gnu - 'tis a tavern thread I do believe (Leej - correct me If I'm wrong) for general yak and chatter whilst in. I suspect you will find a jello pit belowdecks and don't be surprised if a few flamingos wander around.Unlike the combined literary efforts story telling fiction writing threads - which sometimes start off in much the same manner.
Howsoever - tales are welcome - likewise lyrics, tunes, toasts, general fidgets and framblinations.
EIGHT freekin miles of ice? *shudder* doesn't even bear thinking of...