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Altaira
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Aug 1 2014, 4:32pm
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*Rolls in late and opens bar doors* Come on in to Fiesta!
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Whew, busy, busy, distracting morning. But, I finally made it and it looks like the Dwarves have stocked the bar and the Elves have stocked the buffet. So, let us know how you've been doing!
*kicks juke box* "Boys of Summer" by Don Henley starts to play.
Happy weekend, everyone!   
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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Riven Delve
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Aug 1 2014, 4:56pm
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We just got back from North Carolina, where we were visiting my stepdaughter and her family--including their youngest, who was just born at the beginning of June. He's adorable, of course. As is his big sister. But I'm glad to be home again, where my own kids can fight in larger confines than our car. 
That said, I only just saw the BOTFA trailer yesterday and am still absorbing it. I showed it to my daughter today, and she said, "Wow, Mom, this is the last movie, right? What are you going to obsess over after that?" Not to worry, my dear, the movies will last me for years to come. 
Hope all is well with you, Altaira! Can you whip me up a nice mocha frappachino?
“Tollers,” Lewis said to Tolkien, “there is too little of what we really like in stories. I am afraid we shall have to try and write some ourselves.”
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Lily Fairbairn
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Aug 1 2014, 5:02pm
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We went off to Austin for an f/sf convention last weekend, and of course the temperatures went back up to anvil-of-the-sun normal, making for a very hot drive. Now it's cool and cloudy again---well, cool is relative, it's still about 80F, but that's positively chilly by our standards this time of year.
We're getting new neighbors in the house next door and I bet they're REALLY glad to have nice weather for all the back and forthing!
The Gaffer's gone off to have lunch with a friend and probably see Guardians of the Galaxy. Me, I'm reading a mystery, playing Freecell, and doing the NYT Friday crossword puzzle, which today verges on vindictively hard. I know, I know. Lazy Lily. 
Have a great weekend, y'all! 
*grabs a mocha Frappuccino and a few snacks, admires certain hairy dwarves and elves (NOT wearing hair nets, despite the food service ) and heads back to the puzzle*
Where now the horse and the rider? Where is the horn that was blowing?
Where is the helm and the hauberk, and the bright hair flowing?
Where is the hand on the harpstring, and the red fire glowing?
Where is the spring and the harvest and the tall corn growing?
They have passed like rain on the mountain, like a wind in the meadow;
The days have gone down in the West behind the hills into shadow....
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Altaira
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Aug 1 2014, 5:06pm
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It's cooled off here too, Lily
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It's going to be mid-80s here today, and all next week, which will be a welcome break from the mid- to upper-90s we've had of late. A nice surprise for early August, too!
They say the BOFTA trailer is playing with Guardians. You'll have to ask the Gaffer how it looks on the big screen!
It sounds like you're having a lovely Friday. I hope the weekend is more-of-the-same.
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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acheron
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Aug 1 2014, 5:10pm
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thanks for everyone's well-wishes last week
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My son's operation went fine; he handled everything ok and the dr said everything was easy. So that's good. We'll find out biopsy results in a week or so.
Also unrelatedly, I had an operation of my own -- dermatologist removed a large mole on my temple. They don't really expect it to be cancerous at this point or anything, just mainly precautionary. Anyway there's a going to be a giant bandage on my face for the next week.
Too many medical issues here! Hopefully we're done for the moment.
For instance, on the planet Earth, man had always assumed that he was more intelligent than dolphins because he had achieved so much -- the wheel, New York, wars, and so on -- while all the dolphins had ever done was muck about in the water having a good time. But conversely, the dolphins had always believed that they were far more intelligent than man, for precisely the same reasons. -- Douglas Adams
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Eventides
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Aug 1 2014, 5:14pm
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I was a bit distracted today, too! ^-^;
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But I did finally get a chance to log on now, so I guess it's all good. :)
I'll have a Summer Usual, please; thanks, and I hope you have a great weekend, Altaira! :)
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"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."
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"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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Altaira
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Aug 1 2014, 5:24pm
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It sounds like your little boy was quite the trooper - and his dad was too!
Good luck with the results. Take your mind off of the medical things this weekend and do something fun and distracting!
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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Aug 1 2014, 5:25pm
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An icy-cold 7-up sounds really yummy right now. I think I'll join you!
Have a wonderful, enjoyable weekend, Evey!
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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Elberbeth
Tol Eressea
Aug 1 2014, 5:27pm
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Not sure I would trust the dwarves to stock the bar,
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or the table, for that matter!
Things are looking up for my hubby, he's doing much better this week, although still having considerable pain. The hardest part for him is not *doing* anything as he's an A type who really isn't into relaxing! We've had to cancel a couple of camping trips, but in a couple of weeks I will be going with my daughter, my g'son, my sister, my niece and her family, up to a beautiful lake where we will spend several days. If this gorgeous weather holds, it will be great. By then jubby should be well enough to do some small stuff, and my son will be here to help him.
I just took the dog for a couple of miles this morning, so I could use a really cold refresher, thanks Altaira!
Happy weekend, everyone, especially for us here in Canada, it's a 3-dayer!
"There are some things that it is better to begin than to refuse, even though the end may be dark."
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Kim
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Aug 1 2014, 5:32pm
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It's been another roller coaster week at work, but have been able to balance that out with a few concerts/picnic in the park in the glorious sunshine and mid-80s. This weekend is Seafair, the big annual Seattle festival with the hydroplane races and Blue Angels airshow. I'm going to a beach tomorrow to watch the show, then head off to check out Guardians of the Galaxy and the BOTFA trailer on the big screen. Then, more sun!
I'll just help myself to a dwarven beverage--mmmmm, tasty. Happy weekend all!
“Will you follow me, one last time?”
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Altaira
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Aug 1 2014, 5:34pm
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The Elves are keeping an eye on them
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...and vice versa, lol.
I'm glad to hear your husband is on the mend. Tie him down if you have to! Sounds like a nice walk you had this a.m.. Here's a tall, ice cold pink lemonade for you.
Enjoy the 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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Altaira
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Aug 1 2014, 5:37pm
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Your weekend plans sound like a lot of fun! Since B.G. used to be in the NZ airforce, we go to lots of airshows.  I hope the weather holds up so those Blue Angels aren't lost in the clouds.
Help yourself to another Dwarven beverage. They were VERY generous when they stocked the bar (probably because they intend to stay after-hours, lol).
Happy 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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Lissuin
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Aug 1 2014, 5:44pm
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Did I miss anything this week?
While braving the California urban highways and byways, I spotted a familiar character who had also left the green forests of home to sample the delights of the city. Good luck to him, I say (and me).
Wellington was cold and windy when I left. Now a jug of California's official summer beverage, iced tea (with a bit of lemon, thank you), would be very much appreciated.
Cheers, Tornfolks!
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Eventides
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Aug 1 2014, 5:47pm
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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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BlackFox
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Aug 1 2014, 5:49pm
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Nothing for me, thank you. I'm stuffed. It's my mom's birthday and we've been feasting the entire day. *burps* Excuse me.
“Our truest life is when we are in dreams awake.” - Henry David Thoreau
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Altaira
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Aug 1 2014, 5:56pm
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I'm guessing that's a 'no.'
Enjoy the weekend and the rest of your vacation, Lissuin!
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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Aug 1 2014, 5:57pm
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Oooh! Besides birthday cake (I'm assuming), what else have you been feasting on? Your mom's favorites?
I hope you have a great weekend, and happy birthday to your mom!
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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Aug 1 2014, 5:58pm
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**Self-serve from here on out, everyone. Happy Weekend! //
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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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BlackFox
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Aug 1 2014, 6:17pm
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It might be easier to list things that weren't on the table. Though I spent most my time with the cake. 
“Our truest life is when we are in dreams awake.” - Henry David Thoreau
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Eruvandi
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Aug 1 2014, 7:06pm
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Happy weekend everyone!
It's been pretty quiet for me this week, other than digging my way out from other school assignments. But one thing that did happen is that my aunt made and sent me the absolutely, positively, cutest tote bag ever! She made it so that the bag looks like Bilbo's outfit in the movie, the handles are supposed to be reminiscent of the reins on the pony that he rides away from Hobbiton when he leaves on his adventure, and the "scarf" is actually a pair of ties to help keep the bag shut so nothing falls out. I can't get over how adorable it is and I love it so much! She even included a little pocket in the front of the vest, to match the one that Bilbo keeps the Ring in!
She also sent me a Precioussss of my own to go in the pocket. (Just realized I had Ring upside down when I took the picture. Oops.)
The tote bag is going to get put to good use, because I'm going to take it with me whenever and wherever I can. I'm so grateful to have such a talented and crafty aunt who does things like this for me and I love her to pieces!
"Love woke me up this morning
With a memory
Love came and whispered a story
That awakened a dream,
I am a dreamer, take me higher
Open the sky up, start a fire
I believe even if it's just a dream"
~"Dreamer" by Bethany Dillon
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Eruvandi
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Aug 1 2014, 7:44pm
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Happy birthday BlackFox's mom! //
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"Love woke me up this morning
With a memory
Love came and whispered a story
That awakened a dream,
I am a dreamer, take me higher
Open the sky up, start a fire
I believe even if it's just a dream"
~"Dreamer" by Bethany Dillon
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Jazmine
Tol Eressea
Aug 1 2014, 7:46pm
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Argh, its been far too long since I stopped by. Life has been getting in the way!
Loved seeing the trailer this week, but also feeling a bit sad that this truly is the end of the journey. I was 13 when I first caught rumour of the LOTR films, 15 when Fellowship was released. Such a huge part of my life and it will feel weird not having another installment to look forward to!
Hope everyone is well. I will hang out by the bar for a while, supping on my Old Mout cider :)
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Jazmine
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Aug 1 2014, 7:51pm
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Nice to see you, hope you are well. Sorry to hear your hubby has been unwell, wishing him a speedy recovery.
Enjoy your trip with the family! X
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Starling
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Aug 1 2014, 7:58pm
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It's great to see you. It's sleep-in-Saturday here.
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