Dearest Will,

I want you to know that I am doing fine and am in good hands. I cannot tell you where I am, for I am gone to clear my mind. It has been things such as our married life troubling me. It's not as if I don't want to be with you, Will. I do love you. I just needed time to think about what I really want from you, and what I really want in my life. You have to understand. Know that I will return, although the time is unknown. Wherever I have gone surely will not be too far, but the ends of the world to me are still close to you, as I am sure you are with me in heart and soul. Trust me, Will. I do trust you.

I had taken time to write to a dear friend of mine. Who, I cannot say, but it was the reply that sent me such ideas that I need to think about. You would do the same thing, had there been someone who meant so much to you, offerring you an out. I am certainly not taking an 'out' if that is what you think, but I am taking time off. I'm sorry that I won't be there to cook for you for a while, or clean, but I'm afraid that life is what I am out thinking about. How free can I be when I am cooped up all day? You go out and make your swords, you are a wonderful blacksmith; but all I am is a housewife. Do you seriously expect me to cook, clean, and raise children for you through my entire life? I certainly hope not.

I am a wild woman, William Turner, whether or not you are willing to believe me.

I belong on the sea, or at least, I belong in any place but a neat and clean home. I would not have gone on any adventures in the past with pirates if I was not cut out for the life. I would tell you what is going on with me, but at the current moment, I can't. I am quite consumed in my thoughts, and I will reveal my location and my well-being at a more appropriate time. I know that from a woman who loves you, your wife, you would expect a longer letter; but I cannot write all to you. To keep this ending short and sweet, I would like to remind you that I love you, and that I trust in you.

Until another time.

Love Always,

Elizabeth Turner