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

Lindale · 10-16-2008, 08:59 AM

Full moon and cloudless nighttime skies and the mountains of the Sierra Madre illuminated and a very cool breeze that signifies the coming of the -ber months. And the end of a wacky semester for little Lindale.

TheGreatElvenWarrior · 10-17-2008, 06:55 PM

I assign the Beatles! 'Nough said.

Peregrin Took · 10-17-2008, 11:02 PM

The Full Moon and the rolling clouds that pass it by

Peregrin Took · 10-17-2008, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by TheGreatElvenWarrior

I assign the Beatles! 'Nough said.

AND YES!!! I just saw this...you rock...but not as much as The Beatles!!! Greatest band that ever lived.

Lindale · 10-18-2008, 08:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Peregrin Took

AND YES!!! I just saw this...you rock...but not as much as The Beatles!!! Greatest band that ever lived.

Goodness me, if I don't think they do, does the fact that I was not even conceived back then excuse me? But I love Yellow Submarine anyway. Only Beatles song I know.

TheGreatElvenWarrior · 10-26-2008, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Peregrin Took

AND YES!!! I just saw this...you rock...but not as much as The Beatles!!! Greatest band that ever lived.

Why thank you! I rock to the Beatles!

Mithalwen · 10-18-2008, 01:03 PM

I assign opening what looks like a bill and finding it is a cheque from Ernie. One day it will be the big prize but in the meantime occasional £50 windfalls are still much appreciated .. now handbag or books....handbag or books...

Groin Redbeard · 10-18-2008, 05:40 PM

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now handbag or books....handbag or books...

Get a handbag to carry those books.

Aganzir · 10-19-2008, 04:51 PM

Dark, clear night skies when you can see the stars clearly and the moon shines so bright that it casts shadows on the ground. Rowing on a lake on such a night, and although the temperature is only a bit above zero, the beauty of it all makes you forget to feel cold.

Groin Redbeard · 10-21-2008, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Aganzir

Dark, clear night skies when you can see the stars clearly and the moon shines so bright that it casts shadows on the ground. Rowing on a lake on such a night, and although the temperature is only a bit above zero, the beauty of it all makes you forget to feel cold.

Seconded, Aganzir!

I thought many times of assigning clear night skies to the shire, I don't know why anybody hasn't done it before, it's absolutely thrilling!

Lalwendë · 10-21-2008, 05:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Mithalwen

I assign opening what looks like a bill and finding it is a cheque from Ernie. One day it will be the big prize but in the meantime occasional £50 windfalls are still much appreciated .. now handbag or books....handbag or books...

I think this might solve your dilemma:

http://www.retrotogo.com/2006/10/hardback_book_h.html

Mithalwen · 10-21-2008, 10:01 AM

Oooh I pretty but completely useless fo someone who carries so much stuff on a daily basis as me - I would merely carry it around in a larger bag... and there is part of me that feels there is something fundamentally wrong in destroying a book even a dreadful book even to turn it into a handbag. A mini bonfire of the vanities. Even though I have no qualms about turning part of a cow into a handbag...

Lalwendë · 10-21-2008, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Mithalwen

Oooh I pretty but completely useless fo someone who carries so much stuff on a daily basis as me - I would merely carry it around in a larger bag... and there is part of me that feels there is something fundamentally wrong in destroying a book even a dreadful book even to turn it into a handbag. A mini bonfire of the vanities. Even though I have no qualms about turning part of a cow into a handbag...

"A Handbag!"

I know, getting in a flap over a destroyed book! I was the same! I'd better not show that to davem or he will flip.

Mind, if it was a book on tax law or a Jeffrey Archer or something then I'm all for it

Meanwhile, a simple one. I assign bags of crisps to The Shire. A bit too tasty for their own good, they never fail to hit the spot, and they are made of taters.

Feanor of the Peredhil · 10-21-2008, 02:02 PM

Rainy cold windy blustery October days. *love* Coat and scarf weather. The weather where you're not frozen to the bone by going out, but coming in to the warm becomes so much more delightful than if it was just nice out. Weather that begs for a hot mug of cider to warm you back up.

Mithalwen · 10-22-2008, 06:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Lalwendë

"A Handbag!"

Mind, if it was a book on tax law or a Jeffrey Archer or something then I'm all for it

.

But then you wouldn't want to be seen carrying a Jeffrey Archer gutted or otherwise... oh taxlaw books don't remind me - when I was lowest form of life in an accounts practice it was my task to update the blighters. They were in loose leaf binders and you had to replace the updated pages which had an ever more convoluted numbering system since the updates were seldom the same lengths as the parts updated. Now hopefully superseded by online reference....

Groin Redbeard · 10-31-2008, 11:16 AM

George W. Bush shortening the overseas service time for our troops.

I just got off the phone with my dad and he'll be coming home in a few weeks!

Gollum the Great · 10-31-2008, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Groin Redbeard

George W. Bush shortening the overseas service time for our troops.

I just got off the phone with my dad and he'll be coming home in a few weeks!

Nice.

Morthoron · 11-04-2008, 05:12 PM

I assign the polling precinct where I voted a few hours ago. The workers were polite, knew their business, and I was in and out in less than 15 minutes.

Groin, let's hope the next president eliminates the need for servicemen to go to Iraq at all. I do not believe that any soldier should be subjected to combat based on outright lies that go beyond the border of criminality. But that specific assignation belongs to Mordor, I believe, so I shan't sully this thread with further comment.

Feanor of the Peredhil · 11-05-2008, 10:23 AM

Having three classes canceled in the next week or so because it means I can cook dinner. This afternoon when I'd normally be in class? Vegetarian chili with corn muffins (served with honey butter) for all.

Oddwen · 11-05-2008, 06:33 PM

There's nothing quite as refreshing to body and mind as the scent of an orange.

Bêthberry · 11-05-2008, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Oddwen

There's nothing quite as refreshing to body and mind as the scent of an orange.

Unless it's a Terry's orange-infused chocolate.

And in other matters:

Dreams coming true, hope fulfilled, knowing you can.

Feanor of the Peredhil · 11-13-2008, 04:18 PM

Cooking for oneself, luxuriantly. With white wine as an ingredient.

I rather enjoy being home alone at times...

Groin Redbeard · 11-13-2008, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Feanor of the Peredhil

Cooking for oneself, luxuriantly. With white wine as an ingredient.

I can relate to that, I like cooking alone when everyone is gone. Although, I've never tried cooking with wine, yet.

Feanor of the Peredhil · 11-13-2008, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Groin Redbeard

I can relate to that, I like cooking alone when everyone is gone. Although, I've never tried cooking with wine, yet.

I didn't intend to and then I quite suddenly remembered that we had cooking wine in the fridge. I thought the melding flavors would be good...

And, in fact, they were.

Feanor of the Peredhil · 11-14-2008, 05:23 PM

Organic maple yogurt. First two ingredients: milk, pure maple syrup.

I'm desperately in love.

Did hobbits eat yogurt? I wonder...

Groin Redbeard · 11-21-2008, 11:45 AM

I assign cold fronts to the shire. It's around sixty-degrees today, everyone is running around with heavy overcoats and bushy hats, I'm the only one that's still in a T-shirt and shorts.

It's nice to have some cooler weather after the hot summer that we've been having.

Gollum the Great · 11-21-2008, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Groin Redbeard

I assign cold fronts to the shire. It's around sixty-degrees today, everyone is running around with heavy overcoats and bushy hats, I'm the only one that's still in a T-shirt and shorts.

It's nice to have some cooler weather after the hot summer that we've been having.

What the???

Oh yes, Texas is hot place. Where I live 60 degrees is a nice warm day.

Lhunardawen · 12-12-2008, 08:48 AM

I assign chorale singing, and doing such a good job at it (or so others say) that even those who bested you in a competition think you should have won.

10-16-2008, 08:59 AM	#1
Lindale Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: midway upon... in a forest dark Posts: 975	Full moon and cloudless nighttime skies and the mountains of the Sierra Madre illuminated and a very cool breeze that signifies the coming of the -ber months. And the end of a wacky semester for little Lindale. __________________ The heart does things for reasons Reason itself cannot comprehend. - Blaise Pascal Legal Madness.

10-17-2008, 06:55 PM	#2
TheGreatElvenWarrior Mighty Quill Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Walking off to look for America Posts: 2,230	I assign the Beatles! 'Nough said. __________________ The Party Doesn't Start Until You're Dead.

10-17-2008, 11:02 PM	#3
Peregrin Took Animated Skeleton Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: The Shire Posts: 38	The Full Moon and the rolling clouds that pass it by __________________ "I am not a fighter. But it would be politer in any case for the challenger to say who he is." Formerly MatthewM, joined Jun 2006.

10-18-2008, 01:03 PM	#7
Mithalwen Pilgrim Soul Join Date: May 2004 Location: watching the wonga-wonga birds circle... Posts: 9,461	I assign opening what looks like a bill and finding it is a cheque from Ernie. One day it will be the big prize but in the meantime occasional £50 windfalls are still much appreciated .. now handbag or books....handbag or books... __________________ “But Finrod walks with Finarfin his father beneath the trees in Eldamar.” Christopher Tolkien, Requiescat in pace

10-19-2008, 04:51 PM	#9
Aganzir Woman of Secret Shadow Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: in hollow halls beneath the fells Posts: 4,511	Dark, clear night skies when you can see the stars clearly and the moon shines so bright that it casts shadows on the ground. Rowing on a lake on such a night, and although the temperature is only a bit above zero, the beauty of it all makes you forget to feel cold. __________________ He bit me, and I was not gentle.

10-21-2008, 10:01 AM	#12
Mithalwen Pilgrim Soul Join Date: May 2004 Location: watching the wonga-wonga birds circle... Posts: 9,461	Oooh I pretty but completely useless fo someone who carries so much stuff on a daily basis as me - I would merely carry it around in a larger bag... and there is part of me that feels there is something fundamentally wrong in destroying a book even a dreadful book even to turn it into a handbag. A mini bonfire of the vanities. Even though I have no qualms about turning part of a cow into a handbag... __________________ “But Finrod walks with Finarfin his father beneath the trees in Eldamar.” Christopher Tolkien, Requiescat in pace

10-21-2008, 02:02 PM	#14
Feanor of the Peredhil La Belle Dame sans Merci Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: perpetual uncertainty Posts: 5,517	Rainy cold windy blustery October days. love Coat and scarf weather. The weather where you're not frozen to the bone by going out, but coming in to the warm becomes so much more delightful than if it was just nice out. Weather that begs for a hot mug of cider to warm you back up. __________________ peace

10-31-2008, 11:16 AM	#16
Groin Redbeard Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Facing the world's troubles with Christ's hope! Posts: 1,635	George W. Bush shortening the overseas service time for our troops. I just got off the phone with my dad and he'll be coming home in a few weeks! __________________ 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

11-04-2008, 05:12 PM	#18
Morthoron Curmudgeonly Wordwraith Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ensconced in curmudgeonly pursuits Posts: 2,515	I assign the polling precinct where I voted a few hours ago. The workers were polite, knew their business, and I was in and out in less than 15 minutes. Groin, let's hope the next president eliminates the need for servicemen to go to Iraq at all. I do not believe that any soldier should be subjected to combat based on outright lies that go beyond the border of criminality. But that specific assignation belongs to Mordor, I believe, so I shan't sully this thread with further comment. __________________ And your little sister's immaculate virginity wings away on the bony shoulders of a young horse named George who stole surreptitiously into her geography revision.

11-05-2008, 10:23 AM	#19
Feanor of the Peredhil La Belle Dame sans Merci Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: perpetual uncertainty Posts: 5,517	Having three classes canceled in the next week or so because it means I can cook dinner. This afternoon when I'd normally be in class? Vegetarian chili with corn muffins (served with honey butter) for all. __________________ peace

11-05-2008, 06:33 PM	#20
Oddwen Drummer in the Deep Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Next Sunday A.D. Posts: 2,145	There's nothing quite as refreshing to body and mind as the scent of an orange. __________________ But all the while I sit and think of times there were before I listen for returning feet and voices at the door

11-13-2008, 04:18 PM	#22
Feanor of the Peredhil La Belle Dame sans Merci Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: perpetual uncertainty Posts: 5,517	Cooking for oneself, luxuriantly. With white wine as an ingredient. I rather enjoy being home alone at times... __________________ peace

11-14-2008, 05:23 PM	#25
Feanor of the Peredhil La Belle Dame sans Merci Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: perpetual uncertainty Posts: 5,517	Organic maple yogurt. First two ingredients: milk, pure maple syrup. I'm desperately in love. Did hobbits eat yogurt? I wonder... __________________ peace

11-21-2008, 11:45 AM	#26
Groin Redbeard Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Facing the world's troubles with Christ's hope! Posts: 1,635	I assign cold fronts to the shire. It's around sixty-degrees today, everyone is running around with heavy overcoats and bushy hats, I'm the only one that's still in a T-shirt and shorts. It's nice to have some cooler weather after the hot summer that we've been having. __________________ 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

12-12-2008, 08:48 AM	#28
Lhunardawen Hauntress of the Havens Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: IN it, but not OF it Posts: 2,538	I assign chorale singing, and doing such a good job at it (or so others say) that even those who bested you in a competition think you should have won.