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DanielLB
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Oct 9 2012, 9:14am
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Move up gramma and dernwyn! Room for one more!
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And with this post I ascend into immortality! Muahaha! 
So what added perks does posting 10000 times get me then? The password to the secret “immortal board” where all the cool people hang out? Part of the forum named after myself (DanielLB's Nonsense Board has a ring to it)? A special throne to sit on and zap NfB posts when they go astray? No? None of them? Hey, I’ll settle for free premiere tickets for all three Hobbit films. I’ll send you my address admins. (It’s worth a shot, isn’t it?!) 
Having now posted 10000 times, I can only imagine what some of you are thinking at the moment ... And I dread to think how many people roll their eyes when they check their e-mails in the morning to see:
DanielLB has replied to your post in the ....
*DELETE!*
But really, I’d like to thank every single one of you. When I first joined TORn, I hardly ever posted – lurking in the shadows and occasionally popping my head out. The more time I spent on here, the more I realised what a special community this place is. Everyone should be proud of this place. Every single user, from the mods and admins, to the regulars, to the not so regulars, and to the people that have only just joined this week - you all make this place such a great place to “hang out”. Some people might wonder why I’m on here every day, and the simple reason is because I enjoy it. I enjoy it because of all you guys. It’s all of your views, opinions and speculation that keep me coming back everyday ... well ... and the spoilers of course. It sure is exciting speculating with everyone about the upcoming films, and of course, talking to you all about the one person we love, Tolkien. Hugs and handshakes to everyone. You’re all great, and thanks for getting me to immortality! 
So, I’d like to raise a glass of miruvor to TORn *cheers and claps*. I’d also like to raise a glass to all the volunteers across the site, especially the admins and mods of the forum *claps and cheers*. And obviously, I would like to raise a glass to myself, for reaching immortality *woop woop*!
Now that I have your attention, I’d like to make a very special announcement....
I’m leaving the forum.
Those that are cheering, you can stop now please.
DanielLB was actually a disguise. I am, in fact, Peter Jackson, and this has all been an experiment. I have been posting on here to get all your views and opinions ..... Nah ... I’m only joking! Did I fool anyone though?
I will be leaving the forums, but not quite yet, and only for a month or so! The reason ... I’m off to South Georgia!
“Where?!” I hear you ask. No, I’m not going to that state in America, nor the country in the Middle East. I’m going to the remote and isolated island of South Georgia.
As some of you already know, I’m currently studying for my PhD at the British Antarctic Survey in the UK. My research is looking at airflow over the island of South Georgia, and how increasing wind speeds in the Southern Ocean are leading to dramatic climate change on the island. Some of you may know South Georgia as the place where the Falkland’s War begun (in 1982), or from the BBC programme Frozen Planet.
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As a very brief background of my research, wind speeds in the Southern Hemisphere (which blow around the Antarctic continent) have increased within the last 50 years or so. These increased wind speeds can then develop strong föhn winds, causing the island to warm. This has huge implications since the island is so ecologically important. It’s incredibly rich in life, and is one of the most biologically important islands in the entire Southern Hemisphere. This is because it plays a vital role in supporting vast colonies of both marine and terrestrial animals. Understanding the causes of regional climate change on the island is, therefore, of utmost importance. And I really hope my research can make a difference, and tell us something about regional scale climate change.
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That is a very, very, very brief summary of what I do, and why I am doing it (there’s a lot more to it, honest!) I’m super excited about my upcoming trip, so I just had to share. I’ll be going to South Georgia for a month or so in January 2013. And this is what I’ll be waking up to every morning:
Penguins!
Stunning scenery
Snow and glaciers
More stunning scenery
Seals and penguins
Icebergs
I’ll will be keeping everyone up to date (if anyone’s interested, that is). There will a big push to get a lot of public attention, so we will be setting up a Twitter account (etc.) so you can watch us release weather balloons, fly UAVs, take observations, etc. on the island. I’ll be uploading plenty of pictures when I’m back, and I’m sure I’ll have plenty of stories to tell.
So yes, exciting times! Sorry for the self-indulgent post, but I thought immortality and my upcmong trip deserved a joint celebration!
Anyway, this thread was only supposed to be short (I'll be impressed if anyone has read to the bottom  )!
*Hands out free glasses of miruvor and honey-cake!* Let's celebrate!
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Starling
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Oct 9 2012, 9:26am
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because I did read the whole thing.
Congratulations on the achievement. Come to think of it, you look...different.
How amazing to be going to South Georgia! Your research is very interesting to me, and it's certainly important.
Actually, I will come out right now and admit to being a total Antarctic geek. 
You might be interested to know that Christchurch NZ, where I live, has very strong current and historic Antarctic connections.
We are currently enjoying Icefest, a celebration of all things Antarctic.
I will definitely be looking forward to hearing about your adventures, and seeing your photos.
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sherlock
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Oct 9 2012, 9:44am
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but what a great opportunity for you to do such important work! I look forward to reading your reports.
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NottaSackville
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Oct 9 2012, 11:42am
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Good to see a new face around here - please feel free to stick around and share your thoughts on all things Tolkien with us!
Notta
 Happiness: money matters, but less than we think and not in the way that we think. Family is important and so are friends, while envy is toxic -- and so is excessive thinking. Beaches are optional. Trust is not. Neither is gratitude. - The Geography of Bliss by Eric Weiner as summarized by Lily Fairbairn. And a bit of the Hobbit reading thrown in never hurts. - NottaSackville
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Patty
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Oct 9 2012, 12:12pm
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Congratulations, DanielLB. I knew it wouldn't be long!
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How's the air up there?
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dernwyn
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Oct 9 2012, 12:31pm
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The key to the executive washroom?
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Well, not quite! Congrats on the new status!
And the trip to South Georgia sounds fascinating, no, really! Doing field studies, especially as far afield as there, is so superior to sitting at a desk. You bet we'll be wanting pics and stories!
I actually did get a bit concerned when you said you were taking off for a month, but that's going to be after The Hobbit is released, so that's okay! At least you'll be able to get in on the earliest discussions!
Let's see...I think Immortals are able to obtain the fur-lined clothing necessary for wandering around the Helcaraxe...
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Patty
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Oct 9 2012, 12:48pm
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But I think only you and Gramma could have Eru status...
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if there were one.
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Patty
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Oct 9 2012, 12:55pm
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to be immortal by the premiere of the first movie, but real life has firmly set in.
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Patty
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Oct 9 2012, 1:13pm
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I could just reply to all of your posts.
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Patty
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Oct 9 2012, 1:24pm
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If there is an endless supply of K &C, then I'm on it./
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Patty
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Oct 9 2012, 1:36pm
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No, no more levels! The admins would probably...
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make it 10,000 posts from the Immortal status, and I should NEVER get there. The distance between Half-elven and Immortal is hard enough.
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Alassëa Eruvande
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Oct 9 2012, 2:03pm
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Woot! Congratulations on both!
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Are you going to have a blog so we can see what you're up to?
Pack your fur-lined undies and don't forget your pocket handkerchief!
I am SMAUG! I kill when I wish! I am strong, strong, STRONG!
My armor is like tenfold shields! My teeth like swords! My claws, spears!
The shock of my tail, a thunderbolt! My wings, a hurricane! And my breath, death!
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grammaboodawg
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Oct 9 2012, 2:09pm
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*skootches over on bench* Wow!
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Welcome to the realm of IMMORTALITY! Or... as some would say... the "GET A LIFE" Club! :D WOOHOO!!!
Here's to you and the wonderfulness of yourself! This is GREAT!
I'm SO IMPRESSED with your research and plans for some serious study! I admit I don't like the cold, but S. Georgia looks incredible! So magnificent! Beautiful! A whole month in January... *shiver* but what an incredible adventure.
The winds have changed here in the US, too. El Niño and La Niña have been affecting our weather and crops for years now. So I'm sure your study will really have an impact on the global interest and not just that area.
How wonderful! Thank you so much... and good luck... and WELCOME TO THE CLUB! :D
I really need these new films to take me back to, and not re-introduce me to, that magical world.
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grammaboodawg
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Oct 9 2012, 2:23pm
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See... you're already one post closer to IMMORTALITY!
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I had no idea where I was going when I arrived, then couldn't believe I got there when I did!
*re-reads*
Yeah... that's right...
I really need these new films to take me back to, and not re-introduce me to, that magical world.
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Lily Fairbairn
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Oct 9 2012, 2:23pm
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Well done, Daniel! I hope you look down upon us mortals from your lofty perch and do NOT smite us with thunderbolts.
And you're off to Antarctica? Wow, even cooler! I hope you can stay in touch and send more photos of that stunning scenery---and that your research goes as well as your career here at TORn.
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