Pirate hook trouble

Question:
My son's got his hook caught in me wooden leg. Any tips for getting it unstuck? It's in there real good.

signed,

Captain Peggy Leg

Answer:
Ahoy Captain Leg!

This happens all the time at sea. In fact, the mast of me ship, The Frightened Flounder, has a dozen hooks stuck in it. Two of the hooks still have members of me crew attached.

There's a quick way and a slow way to remove the hook. The quick way is to use black power and blow it out. Since you's already lost your leg and your son his hand, there may not be any further injury. The slow way is to find a lot of termites and set them to eating around the hook. It will take a few days which will be a good chance for you to talk to your son about hook safety.

Happy sailing and keep those hooks away from yer eyes,

Cap'n Billy "The Butcher" MacDougall
Author, Guide to Pirate Parenting
http://www.pirateparenting.com/