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Altaira
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Apr 24 2009, 4:03pm
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Welcome to our Long-expected and Long-deserved Party! It’s TORn’s 10th Anniversary Special Edition of Fiesta Friday!!
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Then Friday, April 24, actually dawned. The sun got up, the clouds vanished, flags were unfurled and the fun began! -- The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien ( sort of) _________ __________
Well, the day of the big party weekend has finally arrived - a weekend full of activities to celebrate TheOneRing.net and to honor and thank those who founded it: Xoanon, Calisuri, Tehanu and Corvar. Hip, hip, hooray!
*throws confetti, then madly tries to strain it out of everyone’s champagne*
What a fun weekend we have planned for everyone! From now until Sunday every board will have something going on; even the Welcome Board (where Silverlode just posted the TORn Dictionary) to the Arena, to both Movie Boards and even to Feedback! (well, kind of, sort of, especially to Feedback where you’ll be sure to want to check as the weekend progresses as some, *cough* “Various Interesting Professionals” *cough* may show up).
So, without further delay, let’s get this party started!!!
*kicks Juke box* “Celebrate Good Times” by Cool & the Gang filters into the room
Have fun, TORnsibs and TORNadoes!
Celebrate Good Times – Cool & the Gang Yahoo! This is your celebration Yahoo! This is your celebration Celebrate good times,come on! (Let's celebrate) Celebrate good times, come on! (Let's celebrate) There's a party goin' on right here A celebration to last throughout the years So bring your good times, and your laughter too We’re gonna celebrate your party with you Come on now Celebrate good times, come on! (Let's celebrate) Celebrate good times, come on! (Let's celebrate) It's time to come together It's up to you, what's your pleasure Everyone around the world Come on! Yahoo! It's a celebration Yahoo!
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Milady
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Apr 24 2009, 4:04pm
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I'm somewhat overwhelmed by how relatively new I still am to the boards...
THE ANGELS HAVE THE PHONE BOX
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Altaira
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Apr 24 2009, 4:09pm
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Seriously, I'm sure you'll get settled in nicely. 
A belated welcome, Milady, and wishes for a happy weekend!
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"Life can't be all work and no TORn" -- jflower
"I take a moment to fervently hope that the camaradarie and just plain old fun I found at TORn will never end" -- LOTR_nutcase
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Asclepias
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Apr 24 2009, 4:09pm
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Orange juice with lots of pulp, please
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I am here early today because I actually remembered Fiesta and it is my one day off all week! Of course, I would have to be sick for it. Could you also send some female lesser prairie chickens along? We haven't collared enough of them yet, and nesting season is starting.
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Kelvarhin
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Apr 24 2009, 4:10pm
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Woohoo Happy 10th Anniversary TORn!!!
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Here's to even more 
Yeah our sibs would do well to check out Feedback this weekend, you never know what might pop up
Wouldn't mind one of those champagnes now thank ya barkeep
Thanks to our Famous Four
*big party hug*
Kel x
Kelvarhin's Universe~~~~~~~Laerasea's Travelling TORn Journal
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One book to find them
One book to bring them all
And in TORn bind them
In the land of TORnadoes...where the brilliant play
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Ainu Laire
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Apr 24 2009, 4:11pm
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I cannot even begin to tell everyone how TORn, and the folk here, have helped shaped the last 5 years of my life. I am so honored to be a part of this website for the better part of my teenage years.
I have quite a bit of work to do this weekend, but I'll be popping in every now and then to enjoy the festivities!
My LJ
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NARF since age 8, when I refused to read the Hobbit because the cover looked boring and icky.
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Rosie-with-the-ribbons
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Apr 24 2009, 4:11pm
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To the founders of the boards!
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A big cheer and lots of champagne.
Thanks to all you guys (and of course those few ladies over here also ) for making this a place of special magnificence and wonder. I love being here and can't wait what the future might bring.
Let's start the party, I can't wait.
*blows a confetti out of her mouth* CHEERS to all!
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Altaira
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Apr 24 2009, 4:11pm
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I hope you feel better Asclepias
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At first, I thought you wanted the chickens to make chicken soup for your cold, lol!  
Wishing you lots of vitamin C and as many chickens as your heart desires.
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"Life can't be all work and no TORn" -- jflower
"I take a moment to fervently hope that the camaradarie and just plain old fun I found at TORn will never end" -- LOTR_nutcase
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Eventides
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Apr 24 2009, 4:12pm
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"Huzzah!" :D
Huge thank-you's and congrats are in order to Xoanon, Calisuri, Tehanu, and Corvar-- congratulations on TORn's success, and a very appreciative thank-you for creating it in the first place! :)
I'll take an extra-large Spring Usual, please, Altaira in celebration... thanks; and here's to many, many, many more TORn years to come!! :D
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"I stepped out of my body to let God slide in; although I'm still dressed in flesh that I spiritually died in. Alive in Christ a new creation started breathin', Life exists and through this came completion. ... I'm not that person anymore (more!)! That's what blood was shed for! No longer a failure, livin' life more abundantly, therefore you'll never see me livin' less than victory."
John Reuben.
"Desperation, needing You; every last breath I scream for You. Shatter me into a million pieces, make me new. ... Break me, mold me, make me what You want me to be; I am Yours, for You to use, so take and replace me with You."
Family Force 5.
"Under a light in Bethlehem, I was sifting through the sand; the saline burned my eyes, I was looking for Your hand. I gave up on myself, and left my pride disarmed; I cried out 'I'm alone!' and found myself in Your arms. 'Rest in Me, oh, My love; I have loved you before the world began. Rest in Me, oh, My love; you'll never wander too far to reach My hand.'"
Showbread.
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deej
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Apr 24 2009, 4:12pm
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Has it really been 10 years? Wow...
I'm glad that I got to pop in to join in the festivities, and wish you all a wonderful weekend. Be on the lookout for my trip down Memory Lane over in Moots shortly!
Cheers, my friends - and cheers to the folks that gave us TOR.n.
"...and back again."
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Altaira
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Apr 24 2009, 4:13pm
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Thank-you for the wonderful footers, Magpie!
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They totally rock and so do you!
I'm a First Ager, barely. Still, there are many folks here who've been here a year or two longer than I. A testament to the staying power of TORn.
Happy weekend!
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"Life can't be all work and no TORn" -- jflower
"I take a moment to fervently hope that the camaradarie and just plain old fun I found at TORn will never end" -- LOTR_nutcase
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Aunt Dora Baggins
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Apr 24 2009, 4:13pm
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Woo hoo! *Raises a celebratory glass*
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To the Founders! May the hair on their toes never fall out!
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"For DORA BAGGINS in memory of a LONG correspondence, with love from Bilbo; on a large wastebasket. Dora was Drogo's sister, and the eldest surviving female relative of Bilbo and Frodo; she was ninety-nine, and had written reams of good advice for more than half a century."
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Altaira
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Apr 24 2009, 4:15pm
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*pops MANY corks and pours for Kel*
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Thanks for all your hard work too, dear, and to all the party workers and planners who are yet to be revealed as the weekend unfolds.
*clink*
Enjoy!!
Koru: Maori symbol representing a fern frond as it opens. The koru reaches towards the light, striving for perfection, encouraging new, positive beginnings.
"Life can't be all work and no TORn" -- jflower
"I take a moment to fervently hope that the camaradarie and just plain old fun I found at TORn will never end" -- LOTR_nutcase
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Altaira
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Apr 24 2009, 4:16pm
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Yep, it's a pretty amazing place alright. Luckily, things are timed so they'll happen throughout the weekend. And, of course, the nice thing about message boards is you can peruse them whenever you like.
Have a good and productive weekend!
Koru: Maori symbol representing a fern frond as it opens. The koru reaches towards the light, striving for perfection, encouraging new, positive beginnings.
"Life can't be all work and no TORn" -- jflower
"I take a moment to fervently hope that the camaradarie and just plain old fun I found at TORn will never end" -- LOTR_nutcase
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Annael
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Apr 24 2009, 4:17pm
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A proper 1420 seems the proper drink for today
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Keep 'em coming, barkeep!
To change how we see things takes falling in love. Then the same becomes altogther different. Like love, a shift of sight can be redemptive. - James Hillman
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Altaira
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Apr 24 2009, 4:18pm
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To the Founders, Rosie-w-ribbons!
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*clink*
Uh, oh, I'd better pace myself. Oh, what the heck - grabs another glass of bubbly.
Happy weekend, and enjoy!
Koru: Maori symbol representing a fern frond as it opens. The koru reaches towards the light, striving for perfection, encouraging new, positive beginnings.
"Life can't be all work and no TORn" -- jflower
"I take a moment to fervently hope that the camaradarie and just plain old fun I found at TORn will never end" -- LOTR_nutcase
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diedye
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Apr 24 2009, 4:18pm
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A toast to those who left us for the Grey Havens...
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... (Widfara, Reverend and Balin, come to mind)... and one for those who are still around to see the coming of a new age (or a new Hobbit, as the case may be).
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, TORnsibs, TORnadoes, Tolkien geeks, whatever you choose to call yourselves! May the next ten years be as flaming eventful as the past decade. 
What is it that one gets for a 10th year anniversary? Tin, isn't it? Well, besides having a tin ear, I thought I'd do the honors and pass out the tins of chocolate chip cookies... here ya go...
Blessed are the cracked,
For they are the ones who let in the light!
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Altaira
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Apr 24 2009, 4:19pm
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That's the cutest avatar ever!
Koru: Maori symbol representing a fern frond as it opens. The koru reaches towards the light, striving for perfection, encouraging new, positive beginnings.
"Life can't be all work and no TORn" -- jflower
"I take a moment to fervently hope that the camaradarie and just plain old fun I found at TORn will never end" -- LOTR_nutcase
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Apr 24 2009, 4:19pm
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*raises glass* Three Cheers for TORn and its illustrious Founders!
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*picks a bit of confetti out of champagne* Ten years - one decade, if I may be so bold - let's celebrate!
Here's to the Professor, to PJ and his vision, to the Four Founders and their vision, and to TORn - and to us all!
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"I desired dragons with a profound desire"
"It struck me last night that you might write a fearfully good romantic drama, with as much of the 'supernatural' as you cared to introduce. Have you ever thought of it?"
-Geoffrey B. Smith, letter to JRR Tolkien, 1915
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RosieLass
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Apr 24 2009, 4:19pm
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Yahoo! Happy anniversary, everybody!
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I was trying to work from home this morning, and it wasn't happening, so I'm giving up and going into the office anyway.
But I had to stop in to the party first!!!
I'll have a celebratory non-alcoholic, high-caffeinated...something. Whatever you've got! I've been staying up playing LOTRO again, and I'm so tie-tie! (honk shu!)
And I'll check back in when I get to work later.
"Rabbit's clever," said Pooh thoughtfully.
"Yes," said Piglet, "Rabbit's clever."
"And he has Brains."
"Yes," said Piglet, "Rabbit has Brains."
There was a long silence.
"I suppose," said Pooh, "that that's why he never understands anything."
- A. A. Milne
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Lily Fairbairn
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Apr 24 2009, 4:19pm
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All right -- I returned from the Brown Lands of the deadline just in time. Happy Anniversary, one and all!
I first found my way here in early 2002, after FotR came out, and lurked for an entire year. That's seven years, then, to go along with the seven stones and the seven stars and the one white tree I now wear as a tattoo, in honor of LotR and TORn.
What a treat it was to meet Tehanu herself last spring in Middle, er, New Zealand, and to thank her personally for TORn. And what a treat it was to meet you, Altaira, and several other highly esteemed TORnsibs last summer, and ditto.
I'll just sip the champagne right now, thank you -- I'm still putting the finishing touches on the manuscript. But I'll be in and out over the weekend, never fear!
TORn
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Do we walk in legends or on the green earth in the daylight?
A man may do both. For not we but those who come after will make the legends of our time. The green earth, say you? That is a mighty matter of legend, though you tread it under the light of day!
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*Cheers wildly* :D
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