What do you "assign" to the Shire? - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Brinniel · 06-16-2008, 05:06 PM

Hey Rune, I would totally assign your workplace too. I remember those drinks and they were amazing. And I still can't believe I missed a Panic at the Disco! concert there only by a couple days. Lucky you who gets to work at such a cool place.

Volo · 06-16-2008, 05:37 PM

Like I said, not getting a summer job belongs to the Shire. I was ordered to try and get one so I applied for one somewhat against my will. So did 1019 other teenagers. And there were places for 5. Yes, I'm quite good, but luckily not that good. Never had a job so far and ain't hurrying for one. Parents pay for a roof, parents pay for food. That's all I need (I do get much more than I need though, no worry of that.). But free time, that they can't give - how could they, when they'd do anything to get some for themselves. I guess that covers it. Happy summer!

Oddwen · 06-16-2008, 05:43 PM

I assign finding the following books:

Book of Lost Tales vol. I
Book of Lost Tales vol. 2
The Children of Hurin (All three brand new!)
A Guide to Middle-Earth by Robert Foster
Master of Middle-Earth by Paul H. Kocher
Tolkien: A Biography by Humphrey Carpenter
Tolkien: A Look Behind "The Lord of the Rings" by Lin Carter
Plus a Robert Aspirin book

At my fantabulously awesome job at a secondhand store, all for a total of two dollars and fifty five cents after discounts.

Aganzir · 06-29-2008, 05:09 PM

Walking barefoot on wet grass, either in the night or early in the morning when the sun is about to rise and it isn't totally dark anymore and mist is floating all around.

The scent of a forest after days of more or less rain.

Midnights that are lighter than 5pm on my birthday in the midwinter.

Swimming in the night alone (hmm, hobbits might not approve of this, though).

Sunshine.

Good food.

I am feeling more and more hobbit-like.

TheGreatElvenWarrior · 06-30-2008, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Aganzir

Walking barefoot on wet grass, either in the night or early in the morning when the sun is about to rise and it isn't totally dark anymore and mist is floating all around.

The scent of a forest after days of more or less rain.

Midnights that are lighter than 5pm on my birthday in the midwinter.

Swimming in the night alone (hmm, hobbits might not approve of this, though).

Sunshine.

Good food.

I am feeling more and more hobbit-like.

Quite lovely! The things Aganzir has assigned are wonderful!

I assign being outside when the warm sun is overhead, but you are covered by the trees while swinging!

I also assign pictures, not drawings, but genuine photographs!

Thinlómien · 07-07-2008, 03:33 PM

Although I'm quite sure I assigned it already, I must assign walking barefoot. How can such a simple thing make one so happy?

Also, good music (and bad too, actually

), ice-cream, swimming, good company, reading and sleeping. And I could echo Agan about the light - it's wonderful!

Nogrod · 07-07-2008, 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Thinlómien

And I could echo Agan about the light - it's wonderful!

You should all experience the summer in the north. It's 3.30 AM and it is light outside! The sun is about to come back making it even lighter having not been completely away as to allow the darkness to set...

It sure is something one could assign to Shire!

TheGreatElvenWarrior · 07-14-2008, 01:59 PM

I assign painting, Lauri had a birthday party two days ago and it was wonderfully fun, not only the card that I made for her which had numerous Downs references in it, but we got to PAINT!!!! I painted a rather bad looking tree and she painted the Plains of Rohan... with cucumbers? Anyway, I would like to paint today, after my brother and I clean the house, which he doesn't like to do, but that may have something to do with the fact that he's seven...

Eönwë · 07-22-2008, 01:28 PM

Summer Holidays, finally.
And what comes with it- free time.

edit: And getting back your test (SATs) results and finding out you did well in the ones that you got your results back for. As for the others, a trip to Mordor should suffice.

Kath · 07-22-2008, 02:03 PM

Getting a scary number of inches cut from my hair, but finding that I really quite like the results.

Knowing that the next two days will be spent doing fun things with friends, hopefully in the sunshine, just before going to Greece on Friday. 'Tis shaping up to be a good week.

Mithalwen · 07-24-2008, 06:36 AM

I assign my car ... a day of public transport in the sticks is enough. Sorry planet - I'll try to make it up to you in other ways. Also living in the kind of area where idiot me can leave her carkeys in the boot lock and discover the fact by them still being there in the morning - rather than the car being absent.

Groin Redbeard · 08-15-2008, 12:22 PM

Reputation points and kind comments to go along with them!

Feanor of the Peredhil · 09-02-2008, 06:14 AM

I assign using school as an excuse to buy books you want.

But mostly? I assign the very nice philosophy professor who is letting me write analytical aesthetics papers on graphic novels instead of modern art so that I can relabel the course as advanced English instead of advance Philosophy and count it toward graduation.

Rune Son of Bjarne · 09-02-2008, 11:05 AM

I love that I have to buy history books for my education. . .before I never could get my self to use that kind of money on books.

Nogrod · 09-02-2008, 11:17 AM

If you chose your careers well - and are lucky enough to succeed - you can continue that in your work! I've bought a host of books with the pretext "this might be useful in my work".

Feanor of the Peredhil · 09-02-2008, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Nogrod

If you chose your careers well - and are lucky enough to succeed - you can continue that in your work! I've bought a host of books with the pretext "this might be useful in my work".

With twenty-three books currently sitting on my bookshelf, ten in the mail, one still in the process of being acquired by the school bookstore (it's out of print and hard to find), and three still to be determined, I'd say it's a record setting semester for book acquisitions.

THE Ka · 09-04-2008, 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Fea

I assign the very nice philosophy professor who is letting me write analytical aesthetics papers on graphic novels instead of modern art

That is amazing!

I know, I'm shooting myself in the foot, but most modern art past Dada is really, really original (I know, mut point, but original in that it is like a restrictive pattern of ideals and goals, and by literally doing so. Something dada did, etc.). I guess it isn't a good sign coming from someone who spent a year on art history, but it's a truth.

I suggest taking a look at the wonderful work of Mr. Clowes. He's lovely and aesthetic in a kooky way.

I assign all my wonderful aunties at work, who without I'd probably still be a bumbling fool. Mabuhay aunties!

~ Ka

06-16-2008, 05:06 PM	#1
Brinniel Reflection of Darkness Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Polishing the stars. Well, somebody has to do it; they're looking a little bit dull. Posts: 2,983	Hey Rune, I would totally assign your workplace too. I remember those drinks and they were amazing. And I still can't believe I missed a Panic at the Disco! concert there only by a couple days. Lucky you who gets to work at such a cool place. __________________ Nolite te bastardes carborundorum

06-16-2008, 05:37 PM	#2
Volo Silver in My Silent Heart Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: the great beauty Posts: 1,611	Like I said, not getting a summer job belongs to the Shire. I was ordered to try and get one so I applied for one somewhat against my will. So did 1019 other teenagers. And there were places for 5. Yes, I'm quite good, but luckily not that good. Never had a job so far and ain't hurrying for one. Parents pay for a roof, parents pay for food. That's all I need (I do get much more than I need though, no worry of that.). But free time, that they can't give - how could they, when they'd do anything to get some for themselves. I guess that covers it. Happy summer! __________________ Fenris Wolf The EVEN NEWER Barrow-Downs Photo Page

06-16-2008, 05:43 PM	#3
Oddwen Drummer in the Deep Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Next Sunday A.D. Posts: 2,145	I assign finding the following books: Book of Lost Tales vol. I Book of Lost Tales vol. 2 The Children of Hurin (All three brand new!) A Guide to Middle-Earth by Robert Foster Master of Middle-Earth by Paul H. Kocher Tolkien: A Biography by Humphrey Carpenter Tolkien: A Look Behind "The Lord of the Rings" by Lin Carter Plus a Robert Aspirin book At my fantabulously awesome job at a secondhand store, all for a total of two dollars and fifty five cents after discounts. __________________ But all the while I sit and think of times there were before I listen for returning feet and voices at the door

06-29-2008, 05:09 PM	#4
Aganzir Woman of Secret Shadow Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: in hollow halls beneath the fells Posts: 4,511	Walking barefoot on wet grass, either in the night or early in the morning when the sun is about to rise and it isn't totally dark anymore and mist is floating all around. The scent of a forest after days of more or less rain. Midnights that are lighter than 5pm on my birthday in the midwinter. Swimming in the night alone (hmm, hobbits might not approve of this, though). Sunshine. Good food. I am feeling more and more hobbit-like. __________________ He bit me, and I was not gentle.

07-07-2008, 03:33 PM	#6
Thinlómien Shady She-Penguin Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: In a far land beyond the Sea Posts: 8,093	Although I'm quite sure I assigned it already, I must assign walking barefoot. How can such a simple thing make one so happy? Also, good music (and bad too, actually ), ice-cream, swimming, good company, reading and sleeping. And I could echo Agan about the light - it's wonderful! __________________ Like the stars chase the sun, over the glowing hill I will conquer Blood is running deep, some things never sleep Double Fenris

07-14-2008, 01:59 PM	#8
TheGreatElvenWarrior Mighty Quill Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Walking off to look for America Posts: 2,230	I assign painting, Lauri had a birthday party two days ago and it was wonderfully fun, not only the card that I made for her which had numerous Downs references in it, but we got to PAINT!!!! I painted a rather bad looking tree and she painted the Plains of Rohan... with cucumbers? Anyway, I would like to paint today, after my brother and I clean the house, which he doesn't like to do, but that may have something to do with the fact that he's seven... __________________ The Party Doesn't Start Until You're Dead.

07-22-2008, 01:28 PM	#9
Eönwë Flame Imperishable Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Right here Posts: 3,928	Summer Holidays, finally. And what comes with it- free time. edit: And getting back your test (SATs) results and finding out you did well in the ones that you got your results back for. As for the others, a trip to Mordor should suffice. __________________ Welcome to the Barrow Do-owns Forum / Such a lovely place Last edited by Eönwë; 07-22-2008 at 03:34 PM.

07-22-2008, 02:03 PM	#10
Kath Everlasting Whiteness Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Perusing the laminated book of dreams Posts: 4,533	Getting a scary number of inches cut from my hair, but finding that I really quite like the results. Knowing that the next two days will be spent doing fun things with friends, hopefully in the sunshine, just before going to Greece on Friday. 'Tis shaping up to be a good week. __________________ “If more of us valued food and cheer and song above hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world.”

07-24-2008, 06:36 AM	#11
Mithalwen Pilgrim Soul Join Date: May 2004 Location: watching the wonga-wonga birds circle... Posts: 9,461	I assign my car ... a day of public transport in the sticks is enough. Sorry planet - I'll try to make it up to you in other ways. Also living in the kind of area where idiot me can leave her carkeys in the boot lock and discover the fact by them still being there in the morning - rather than the car being absent.

08-15-2008, 12:22 PM	#12
Groin Redbeard Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Facing the world's troubles with Christ's hope! Posts: 1,635	Reputation points and kind comments to go along with them! __________________ I heard the bells on Christmas Day. Their old, familiar carols play. And wild and sweet the words repeatof peace on earth, good-will to men! ~Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

09-02-2008, 06:14 AM	#13
Feanor of the Peredhil La Belle Dame sans Merci Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: perpetual uncertainty Posts: 5,517	I assign using school as an excuse to buy books you want. But mostly? I assign the very nice philosophy professor who is letting me write analytical aesthetics papers on graphic novels instead of modern art so that I can relabel the course as advanced English instead of advance Philosophy and count it toward graduation. __________________ peace

09-02-2008, 11:17 AM	#15
Nogrod Flame of the Ainulindalë Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Wearing rat's coat, crowskin, crossed staves in a field behaving as the wind behaves Posts: 9,308	If you chose your careers well - and are lucky enough to succeed - you can continue that in your work! I've bought a host of books with the pretext "this might be useful in my work". __________________ Upon the hearth the fire is red Beneath the roof there is a bed; But not yet weary are our feet...