Arrrgh, mateys!

Ok, so I figured out the plot for my pirate story while jogging today. Of course, I know nothing about the sea or pirates, so I'm going to have to do some research, but I suppose what really scares me is that I'll bet the idea isn't all that original. (Well, really, what ideas are...)

I have until Feb. 1 to send it in to Shimmer, but I'd like to get it off my chest (or is that Dead Man's Chest) before then.

The word limit is 5K. ::shudder, followed by deep breath:: I can do it, I know I can! (I'll keep telling myself that) 5000 words. 5000 words. 5000 words.

5000 words....