Patience is a Virtue
(Robin Hood is practicing his archery, while Taylor Swift sits nearby, strumming her guitar and writing in a notebook.)
TAYLOR SWIFT: (Singing softly) "Long live the walls we crashed through. I had the time of my life, with you."
ROBIN HOOD: (Lowering his bow) That’s a catchy tune, Taylor. What’s it about?
TAYLOR SWIFT: It’s about taking chances and chasing your dreams. But it’s also about the importance of being patient.
ROBIN HOOD: Patient? That’s not exactly my forte.
TAYLOR SWIFT: (Giggles) I can see that. You’re always leaping before you look, aren't you?
ROBIN HOOD: Sometimes a quick arrow is needed! But go on…
TAYLOR SWIFT: Well, I heard the silliest story about 58 actors auditioning for a play. They were all so desperate for a part, they got incredibly impatient, and some very strange things started happening.
ROBIN HOOD: Oh? What sort of strange things? Did they start dueling with swords, like in one of your music videos?
TAYLOR SWIFT: (Laughing) Not quite. It was much more… whimsical. One actor, so eager to be noticed, accidentally glued his wig to a potted fern. Another, trying to subtly move ahead in line, tripped over a stack of scripts and landed in a laundry basket full of feather boas.
ROBIN HOOD: (Chuckles) Feather boas?
TAYLOR SWIFT: Yes! And it got even weirder. A group of them, convinced that wearing matching socks would bring them good luck, ended up accidentally swapping all their footwear. They were hopping around in mismatched socks and shoes for the rest of the day.
ROBIN HOOD: (Laughing harder) Imagine! Did anyone get the part?
TAYLOR SWIFT: Eventually! But the director, after watching all the chaos unfold, decided to give everyone a small role. He said he admired their enthusiasm, even if it was a little… misplaced. He even wrote in a scene where everyone wears mismatched socks and one character has to carry a fern.
ROBIN HOOD: So, their impatience… sort of worked out?
TAYLOR SWIFT: In a very roundabout, silly way. But the point is, if they’d just been patient and waited their turn, none of those ridiculous mishaps would have happened. They learned that sometimes, the best way to get what you want is to simply wait for the right moment.
ROBIN HOOD: I suppose you’re right. It sounds like a right mess, though.
TAYLOR SWIFT: It was! But it taught them a valuable lesson: patience is a virtue, even in show business.
ROBIN HOOD: Well, I’ll try to remember that next time I’m tempted to shoot an arrow before thinking.
TAYLOR SWIFT: Good. (Smiles) Now, where was I? (Starts strumming her guitar again) "Long live the walls we crashed through…"
(They both smile. Robin Hood picks up his bow and resumes practicing his archery, carefully considering each shot. Taylor Swift continues to strum her guitar and write in her notebook.)
FADE OUT
Hark, and lend thine ear to the most intricate and laborious method of discerning the hour of six of the evening, using that cunning device known as a horologe, or watch. Attend closely, for this be no simple matter, but a journey through the very bowels of timekeeping.
I. Of the Watch Itself:
First, thou must possess a watch, a small clock worn upon the wrist or carried within a pocket. This instrument, crafted by skilled artisans, doth possess a circular face, upon which are marked divers symbols, most commonly the numerals from I to XII, representing the twelve hours of the day and night. Upon this face traverse two slender pointers, known as hands.
The Short Hand: This, the stouter and slower of the two, is named the hour hand, for it doth indicate the present hour.
The Long Hand: This, more delicate and swifter in its motion, is called the minute hand, and doth measure the passage of minutes within each hour.
Some watches may also possess a third, even more slender hand, which sweeps continuously around the face, marking the seconds. This, however, is not essential for our present purpose of determining the hour of six of the evening.
II. The Sun's Descent and the Division of the Day:
Know ye that the day is divided into two equal parts: the time of light, from the rising of the sun to its setting, and the time of darkness, from sunset to sunrise. The hour of six of the evening marketh the transition from day to night, when the sun hath descended below the western horizon, and twilight doth begin to enshroud the land.
III. The Observation of the Hands:
Now, observe the face of thy watch with the utmost scrutiny.
The Hour Hand's Position: The hour hand, being the slower of the two, will move but a small distance within the space of an hour. To determine if it be near the hour of six of the evening, thou must seek its position relative to the numeral VI upon the watch's face. If the hour hand doth point directly at the VI, or is very near thereto, then the hour is six.
The Minute Hand's Role: The minute hand, in its ceaseless journey around the face, completes a full circuit in one hour, or sixty minutes. When the minute hand pointeth directly at the XII, which is also sometimes marked as 0 or 60, it indicateth the beginning of a new hour. Thus, if the hour hand is near the VI and the minute hand is upon the XII, the time is precisely six o'clock.
Distinguishing A.M. from P.M.: This is the most crucial distinction. The watch itself cannot tell thee whether it be six in the morning (6:00 A.M.) or six in the evening (6:00 P.M.). Thou must use thine own powers of observation and reason. If the sun be high in the sky, it is clearly not evening. If, however, the sun hath set, and darkness is gathering, then thou canst be certain that the hour of six as indicated by thy watch is indeed 6:00 P.M.
IV. Further Refinements and Considerations:
The Gradations Between the Numerals: Between each numeral on the watch face are smaller markings, representing the minutes. Each of these small divisions represents one minute, and five such divisions make a space corresponding to five minutes. Observe these carefully to ascertain the time with greater precision.
The Movement of the Hands: Observe the steady and continuous motion of the hands. The hour hand moves slowly and smoothly, while the minute hand moves more rapidly. This relative motion is essential for understanding the passage of time as indicated by the watch.
The Importance of Light: In darkness, it may be difficult to discern the position of the hands. Thou mayest need a source of light, such as a candle, a lamp, or even the light of the moon, to illuminate the watch face.
Thus, by careful observation of the hands of thy watch, and by considering the state of the sun and the presence of light or darkness, thou canst determine with reasonable accuracy when the time is six of the evening. This be a skill worthy of practice and diligent attention.
Pete’s Famous “Nottingham Pud” Recipe
Ingredients:
1 cup boiling water
1 small box (3 ounces) lemon-flavored gelatin
1 cup cold water
1/2 cup dill pickle juice
1 cup chopped dill pickles
1 cup cooked ham, cubed
Instructions:
In a medium bowl, dissolve the gelatin in the boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved.
Add the cold water and pickle juice. Stir to combine.
Refrigerate for 1 hour, or until the gelatin is slightly thickened.
Stir in the chopped pickles and ham.
Pour the mixture into a serving dish or mold.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
Tips:
For a sweeter jello salad, use sweet pickle juice instead of dill pickle juice.
Add a few drops of green food coloring to enhance the color of the jello.
Serve the jello salad chilled.
Variations:
Add chopped celery, green peppers, or onions to the jello salad.
Use different flavors of gelatin, such as lime or orange.
Substitute cooked chicken or turkey for the ham.
Origin:
This recipe is a classic mid-century American dish. It was often served as a side dish or salad at potlucks and family gatherings.
Enjoy!
Just kidding Ben!
The cast of Nottingham will star… piglets from Natick Organic Farm in every SINGLE role.
WHY YOU CLICK? THIS IS NOTtingham THE CAST LIST! THIS IS A PICTURE OF HAM-MAN!
This monstrosity of an AI-generated cast list is what you get when you click 3 hours early!