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Ethel Duath
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Nov 2 2014, 2:08am
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The "what's made you happy this week" thread!
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My sweet and silly dog as we've been taking walks in the park as the leaves swirl down around us, and the trees glow from the inside.
And the electric blue sky (unusual in this part of the country) with perfect white clouds that we had one day last week.
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Starling
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Nov 2 2014, 3:43am
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I planted a crab apple tree last year in memory of my Granny, who made the best crab apple jelly in the world.
The tree is in blossom now and the bumble bees are loving it.
Every time I look at it it makes me smile, and then I think of my wonderful Granny.
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Otaku-sempai
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Nov 2 2014, 3:56am
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Our very first day in our new apartment, my wife decorated in time for Halloween night and we gave out comicbooks (pairs of mini-comics) and wristbands to the trick-or-treaters.
'There are older and fouler things than Orcs in the deep places of the world.' - Gandalf the Grey, The Fellowship of the Ring
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Magpie
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Nov 2 2014, 4:21am
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They have a species of crabapples here called chestnut crabs
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They taste so good and they are very hard to come by. You pretty much have to find and visit an apple orchard to get them and then they're only available for a short time. They're on the larger size for a crab.
I haven't had any in a few years now.
I love apple blossoms.
The flowers that makes me think of my grandmother are hollyhocks. They grew wild back by her garage.
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Annael
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Nov 2 2014, 3:01pm
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I gave my first talk about my book last night and people were very excited about it.
The "rainshadow effect" has been in force this weekend; it's raining all around us but those of us in the lee of the Olympic Mountains have had a very nice weekend. I'm looking out at a pretty sunrise right now.
Falling back. Love that extra hour on a weekend.
To be sane we must recognize our beliefs as fictions.
- James Hillman, Healing Fiction
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The Grey Elf
Grey Havens
Nov 2 2014, 4:27pm
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The thing that's made me happiest
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is being able to stabilize my cat Timothy who has IBD (inflammatory Bowel Disease) using holistic treatments rather than the steroids and prescription food pushed by the vet. 7 whole misery-free days! Now aiming for 7 more. :-)
I need to remain vigilant in his care, but now at least I feel free to enjoy all the things that others are posting about from sweet pups to comic books. They all make me happy, too! And, oh, the sky outside is so blue right now ....
"If not us, who? If not now, when?" HeforShe
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BlackFox
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Nov 2 2014, 6:08pm
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An unexpected Tolkien reference
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This afternoon. It's raining outside. I'm curled up with my laptop on the living room couch. TV is playing in the background. All of a sudden, my ear catches a familiar name. I raise my head. Some cheesy German romance flick is on. The action takes place in a farm. A cute little piglet is shown running around. And guess what it's called? Frodo! Naturally, both me and my mom (another Tolkien fan in the family), also sitting nearby, cheer out loud.
It takes so little to brighten up one's day. 
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Ethel Duath
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Nov 2 2014, 7:45pm
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I'm very privileged.
Congratulations on the book! Sounds like it's gathering momentum and making a difference.
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Meneldor
Valinor
Nov 2 2014, 9:37pm
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It's been cold, windy, rainy, overcast, and drizzly for a couple of days.
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A minute ago, the setting sun, peeked under the clouds and lit up a tree that is still holding onto its yellow and orange leaves. I swear, it glowed.
They that go down to the sea in ships, that do business in great waters, these see the works of the Lord, and His wonders in the deep. -Psalm 107
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The Grey Elf
Grey Havens
Nov 2 2014, 9:44pm
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How could anyone not notice a cloud like that?
"If not us, who? If not now, when?" HeforShe
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Alassëa Eruvande
Valinor
Nov 3 2014, 2:25pm
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I see the apple doesn't fall far from the tree!   (Or, in this case, the nut?!  )
You're very lucky to have your mom at 93 AND to have a good relationship with her. So many do not.
And congrats on the cooking.
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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priell3
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Nov 3 2014, 2:37pm
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Saturday evening, near sunset I was out driving. It was mostly cloudy. At the edge of the horizon there was a break in the clouds where the sun shone through giving things a golden glow amid the gloom.
It instantly reminded me of Frodo and Sam at the Cross-Roads.
MikeP
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Meneldor
Valinor
Nov 3 2014, 4:49pm
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We had that same sunset in eastern Massachusetts.
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The colors were spectacular. I would tell you what they were, but if I learned the names of those colors, I'd have to turn in my man card. 
They that go down to the sea in ships, that do business in great waters, these see the works of the Lord, and His wonders in the deep. -Psalm 107
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VeArkenstone
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Nov 3 2014, 5:42pm
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I had an incredible job interview today!!!! We just clicked. Hopefully ........
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Please, call me Ve.
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Kim
Valinor
Nov 4 2014, 4:50am
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Join us every weekend for The Hobbit Chapter of the Week discussions!
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Kim
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Nov 4 2014, 4:51am
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Join us every weekend for The Hobbit Chapter of the Week discussions!
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Dame Ioreth
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Nov 4 2014, 4:34pm
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Last night it became official. My son advanced to Life Scout. He is 6 Merit Badges and and Eagle project away from the highest honor in Boy Scouting.
I am sooooooo proud of him. He's not a "typical" Boy Scout. His leadership style is not even remotely similar to most of the other scouts - less testosterone, more thought. The younger, especially the shy, scouts love him. It took awhile to convince him, but I'm really glad he saw that his leadership is as important as someone that is more aggressive about asserting their will. He balances out the troop a bit and I think that was sorely needed. I'm glad he stuck with it. It shows that the program can work for all kinds of boys. (While I'm still waiting for BSA to make certain policy changes, I think they are moving in the right direction.)
And I get the pretty parent pin for my collection. 
Where there's life there's hope, and need of vittles.
― J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings
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dernwyn
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Nov 4 2014, 4:55pm
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And to you, too!
Does he know yet, what he'd like to do for the Eagle project? Our town has benefitted greatly from Eagle projects, such as well-laid trails in the nature preserves, restoration of historic areas, and improvements/additions to our local program which helps our less fortunate families.
Scouting brings out the best in kids.
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"I desired dragons with a profound desire"
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Dame Ioreth
Tol Eressea
Nov 4 2014, 6:02pm
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He was looking at a few ideas but I think he's chosen one
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He will be doing his project in the winter/early spring here in Maryland so most outdoor building projects are not feasible. And he's not really interested in them. He's going to lead a food drive/awareness campaign to replenish a local food bank. He chose that over a blood donation/bone marrow screening drive because the need is so great in this area. He'll be making it sustainable by advocating for a scout leadership position within the troop (written into the By-Laws) so that the drive continues every year.
It's interesting that historically the original settlers in Maryland and Virginia had their "starving time" not in winter but early spring before the crops came in but after everything had run out and the trend is still happening today. Today, there are all kinds of food drives around the holidays and everyone feels really good about themselves donating to make up Thanksgiving or Christmas baskets, but the real struggle comes around March when all that excess runs out and no one is thinking about those charities anymore.
He was also looking at a blood drive/ bone marrow screening because he lost a friend to cancer and screening of certain populations for bone marrow donors is sorely needed. There again he was looking to educate as well as get something concrete done.
I'm looking forward to watching him craft his message. He has a fresh, easy way about his writing and he's getting more and more confident about using that same voice when speaking in public. It's like watching a teacher emerge from his shell.
Yeah, this momma is busting, so I apologize for gushing all over the thread. I've done a lot of different things in my life but I have to say that watching my kids grow into adults has been one of the most satisfying, frustrating, tiring, wonderful, painful, rewarding things I have ever done.
Where there's life there's hope, and need of vittles.
― J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings
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Alassëa Eruvande
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Nov 4 2014, 6:40pm
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Little Eruvande is struggling with completing the required merit badges for Life Scout. He has several that only need one or two more requirements to be completed, but he seems to find 100 other things to do instead. 
His leadership style is similar to your son's. LE is very quiet and not at all like the previous kid who used the sheer force of his will to get things done. I think it helps the newer kids be less intimidated. He is currently Senior Patrol Leader and no one was more surprised than I was when he put himself forward to be voted on for the position.
That's a nifty parent pin!
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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Dame Ioreth
Tol Eressea
Nov 4 2014, 11:41pm
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Yes, I'm only in it for the jewelry
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Son #1 struggled to get to 1st class and didn't make it there until he was 16 so yes, I understand that few requirements here and there thing. My younger son is on the same track. It's frustrating to watch. If we can get him through his scoutmaster review, he'll move from Tenderfoot to 1st class. Fingers crossed.
Senior Patrol Leader is cool! Good for him!
Where there's life there's hope, and need of vittles.
― J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings
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My son made Life Scout!
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