Grave Matters

[The Barrow-Wight]

Have a question? Need advice? Require a second opinion? Ask Grave Matters (http://www.barrowdowns.com/gravematters.asp?Size=).

[Iarwain]

Wonderful idea, BW! Very fun. smilies/smile.gif

I'm going to think of one right away.

Iarwain

[Diamond18]

Huh. Scare me why don't ya. I thought this was going to be something like "Due to direct linking, I am being sued by [insert website] for everything I own. Donations can be sent to..."

smilies/tongue.gif

Question:
You don't have to be a BD member to participate, right? So when you say name or nickname, that doesn't mean forum screenname? It can be anything? Forgive me, I took stupid pills just a moment ago. They told me it was jelly beans, but now I realize the folly of my ways. I just want to make sure...

[The X Phial]

It can be whatever, Diamond, but that's a good question. Just know that whatever nickname you sign with will be printed.

[Scott]

This may have been answered elsewhere in this barrow, but I haven't seen the answer yet...
When is the languages forum going to be reopened? Is it still pending on the arrival of an expert to moderate it?

[VanimaEdhel]

Diamond18: I had the same reaction of going "EEP!"...then I decided it may be a pun with the word "Grave", as we are "dead" here. I thought maybe it was a general discussion of what needs improvement here (EDIT: including my typing skills).

I think we should set up a 12-step teenybopper program to de-Orlando, de-Elijah, de-Liv, or de-Cate them. You have to go through the program whether you are addicted or not, then you can Chat. smilies/wink.gif

[ May 11, 2003: Message edited by: VanimaEdhel ]

[Scott]

Hey, is this thread dead already?

[GaladrieloftheOlden]

Wow, that's... strange. I don't believe I will yet send in a question of my own, but would be very interested to see those of others smilies/biggrin.gif

~Menelien

[Sophia the Thunder Mistress]

Scott- You're on the wrong thread, my friend, for that sort of question. But I don't believe the language forum is coming in for reopening anytime soon, though I'm not an expert and could easily be wrong.

As for Grave Matters, BW, I think it sounds fun, but I don't really understand what its about? I think some of Diamond's stupid pills must have rolled across to my barrow. (I thought they were tic tacs smilies/wink.gif)

Sophia

[Carlas]

Just one question for you dear BW, where exactly will the chosen questions be posted?

[Helkahothion]

Question on the way smilies/wink.gif

Who is in the answering panel?

[The Barrow-Wight]

The first group of questions will be answered in the next day or so. The panel is a variety of Middle-earth characters. You never know who might answer.

[The Barrow-Wight]

We have gotten back a few replies from Middle-earth: Grave Matters - 16 May 2003 (http://www.barrowdowns.com/gravematters001.asp).

[Diamond18]

One little kinslaying and you are doomed forever, trust me on this.

This amuses me far more than it really should. Hrmm... I think I'll try one for next time. *Scurries off to ask something*

[Yavanna228]

::applause:: Hurrah! Great job, BW and whoever else. That was excellent! I especially liked Feanor's answer. smilies/biggrin.gif
Peace

[Alatáriël Lossëhelin]

we've just eaten the elf and the humans anyway. There's no need to choose between us because we're going to fight over you anyway. You can have the survivor, which will be me, and we'll eat the runners up to celebrate. How does that sound?

Wow! Who needs 'Dear Abby' with Uglúk around...

[Katt b]

I'm not even sure if I should be posting this here but I need help I don't know whats going on I'm new ...HELP!!!!! smilies/frown.gif

[The X Phial]

OFF TOPIC
Katt b - This thread is for the discussion of the site feature known as "Grave Matters." I'm not sure what it is you don't understand, but you can pm me or any one of the mods with questions. Also, read the FAQ in the Novices and Newcomers thread.

ON TOPIC
I would like to thank the Gaffer, Feanor, and Ugluk for giving so graciously of their time and knowledge.

[The X Phial]

A new Grave Matters is up here (http://www.barrowdowns.com/gravematters002.asp?Size=)

[Sophia the Thunder Mistress]

Oh My! (The stupid pills seem to have worn off...) BW this is hillarious:

But, let's not be hasty, hoom. First you should stop whoever it is that is trying to cut you down.

[GaladrieloftheOlden]

BW, if you're the one writing these, I'd like to compliment you on an amazing sense of humor smilies/smile.gif The Barrow-Downs is not responsible for anything that happens as a result of following the suggestions found here. Was that supposed to be a joke, or did you feel that somebody would *really* try something like that? smilies/wink.gif

~Menelien

[Iarwain]

I still love the idea, and I thought those were quite laughable, especially Smeagol's response. smilies/biggrin.gif I'm slightly dissapointed that mine wasn't up there... smilies/confused.gif


Iarwain

[ May 18, 2003: Message edited by: Iarwain ]

[Bêthberry]

Goodness, Iarwain, I am sure that they are swamped with questions.

Most likely they have to choose the treasures blindly in the dark of their barrow.

On the other hand, does Tom need the attention of the wights? I wouldn't think so.

*curtsies*
Bêthberry

[ May 18, 2003: Message edited by: Bêthberry ]

[Iarwain]

I'm sure they are, Bethburry. I suppose I shouldn't be rude... smilies/rolleyes.gif I just hoped that someone with, um, influence smilies/rolleyes.gif might come in contact with that post *hint,hint, nudge, nudge*. smilies/wink.gif

Iarwain

[Helkahothion]

Yay, my question is answered. I loved the riddle. Maybe I should send in one that has no answer. Oh I know it now smilies/evil.gif Nah let's not do it. Gollum will get confused.

[Tinuviel Took]

I agree, they are hilarious! Particularly the thought of ANYONE leting Feanor give advice on younger sibblings. We Love Treebeard! Go Treb! Go Treb!

[Lyra Greenleaf]

I'm not surprised poor old Bordarigorn has no time for homework, what with rescuing Anuion, hanging around with potatoes...
It's a really good idea! Go BW!

[The Barrow-Wight]

Grave Matters #3 (http://www.barrowdowns.com/gravematters003.asp) has been published.

[Helkahothion]

HAHA, saruman the many coloured about fashion. Perfect! I could not agree with him. Taste is personel and you should not worry about it. I say that everybody that has a problem with your taste, should mind their own business. What do they know right?

Suilad,

Anuion

[The Barrow-Wight]

When we publish Grave Matters today, it will be the 10th edition!! We plan to continue this feature, so be sure to get your questions in soon for next week's Grave Matters.

[The Squatter of Amon Rûdh]

It's the tenth week already? My, how time flies when you're having fun. Since Grave Matters always has the answer, someone would have to be stark raving mad not to send in their questions.

[Diamond18]

I have been following the feature, and it's quite funny. Unfortunately I haven't been able to think of a question I want to submit, since the first week or so (and those were lame smilies/tongue.gif). I have been eyeing up the Dear Abby and Carolyn Hax colums in the newspaper, though... Inspiration...

[Yavanna228]

Happy 10th edition, Grave Matters! I've found that the one from Maeglin was quite amusing, and the one from Legolas is a wonderful way to handle all the fangirls. I'll have to remember that...
Again, congratulations and good job!
Peace

[Luthien_ Tinuviel]

BW, if you're the one writing these, I'd like to compliment you on an amazing sense of humor

Yes, I've followed them since the beggining, and I enjoy them very much! I love seeing my favorite characters answering questions, and the answers are quite funny! I just wanted to add that I loved today's Sam feature. Very satisfactory, if I do say so myself. And very clever, too, to make it so that Sam could legitimately answer every one! (If you follow me). I believe I've thought of a question. I shall send it in! smilies/biggrin.gif

[burrahobbit]

I really liked the one today about being obsessed. I think I might write a letter this week.

[Diamond18]

I quite enjoyed Hurin's thoughts on boredom and torture this week. My compliments to whoever wrote that one up. smilies/smile.gif

[Bêthberry]

Too funny that two characters replied to Wee-Willy. Might it have had something to do with his double Billing?

And hey Ted, look at that walking tree who stalked you. lol

Serendipidy doo dah. I really have to get a letter in myself.