Apparently, it's International Talk Like A Pirate Day today. I say "apparently", because, as of nine thirty this evening, I've yet to speak, or be spoken to, like a pirate.

I'm quite relieved, actually. I don't know how I would have reacted had anyone spoken to me like a pirate. Especially since I didn't know it was International Talk Like A Pirate Day until a couple of minutes ago. In all honesty, I would probably have reacted quite violently, because, hey, pirates! You have to be careful when it comes to pirates. You can't be too careful.

I think the moral is, always wear protection against pirates - especially today - be it an eye-patch, a parrot, or a wooden leg. Remember: Pirates could happen to you.  ¶ 15:44