Occupational Hazard

When filling out paperwork at the doctor’s office, I always hesitate how to answer the occupation question.

I am paid to dress up like a pirate and lie to children about being a member of Captain Jack Sparrow’s crew while painting their faces in the likeness of Captain Hook or Captain Jack himself or mermaids.

That doesn’t fit in the space provided.

My official title is Pirate Master, and I’ve just come to terms with the fact that in Central Florida people accept Pirate as a legit job description. If they don’t, it makes for a fun conversation.

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