The Tolkien Coming of Age Club 2 - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

mark12_30 · 07-11-2005, 08:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Hilde Bracegirdle

Can't complain. How are you? I haven't run into you for quite a while. Thought you might have run off with a pack of dwarves or elves or something!

Two small hobbits. Very small. And my Strider, of course.

The hobbits are fond of the water, and they don't speak Westron. I am having the time of my life.

They do need hobbit-names. And maybe an elvish name too. Hmmm, something to think about. The elder is a very deep thinker, somewhat Frodo-like, and the younger is very Pippinish.

Edit: Phura and Gamba might be appropriate names...

Hilde Bracegirdle · 07-11-2005, 10:24 AM

Ah, small hobbits and fond of water too! That explains quite a bit. You and your Strider must be having to keep a sharp look out for any mischief that might find them unawares!

Sounds as if some exciting and productive vacationing is going on. I'd even settle for some home renovation, let alone travel.

Some local pirating might be arranged, as there is a swashbuckling moonlight costumed canoe trip in the offering (home in time for breakfast)….and of course the local Medieval Fair, which is in full swing.

EDIT: (Err...the canoes aren't costumed, of course, only the participants as far as I can tell.)

Raefindel · 07-11-2005, 11:45 AM

Remind those Hobbits that boats are tricky enough without talk of "pushing and pulling". I thought of sending them another box of cookies, this time with rubber snakes in it, but didn't think the humor would be appriciated.

Sounds like a kick, Hilde! Our next Faire won't be till August, but I usually end up not going because I have no one to go with.

It's so sad and boring by yourself!

Hilde Bracegirdle · 07-11-2005, 02:13 PM

I already have a little resident someone goading me to go. (Strangely enough she likes water too.) We got her decked out nicely last year, and she even went in for a pair of hobbit ears, but she still passes for elf rather than hobbit despite them...sigh. I don't know if my little money purse can stand for us to go again. I've been told it is my turn this year, and my fashion consultant is rather too good at spending siftly. Now, a good pair boots would be nice....

Raefindel · 07-11-2005, 03:06 PM

Hmmm. I know what you mean. I often cruise the second-hand stores looking for a good find, but then again I'm always buying fabric and patterns for another costume, too. I should have been an actor. I'd love to be in costume all the time.

mark12_30 · 07-15-2005, 07:48 AM

Wow. I mean, wow. I just found Frodo-breeches-- linen-- dark brown-- gorgeous. inexpensive. And at wElf-mart. I thought they were all burnt out on LOTR... guess they saved the best for last.

Not sure when I'll wear them-- fall I suppose; Sept 22-- but I bought them.

Samwise · 07-15-2005, 02:26 PM

I feel bad, ME of all people, forgetting that Mr. Frodo an' Mr. Bilbo's birthday was coming up !!! SHAME, Samwise !

*smacks own wrist*.

Frodo: Now, Sam, it's perfectly all right, you have that nephew coming, after all...

*Snuffles* Maybe, Mr. Frodo, but to me it's unforgiveable, regardless how many little people are comin' into my life, if you follow me...

Any way, speakin' of costumes for fairs and such, I know this lovely Elf lady that lives up North....she's wonderful at makin' such things....

07-11-2005, 10:24 AM	#2
Hilde Bracegirdle Relic of Wandering Days Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: You'll See Perpetual Change. Posts: 1,480	Ah, small hobbits and fond of water too! That explains quite a bit. You and your Strider must be having to keep a sharp look out for any mischief that might find them unawares! Sounds as if some exciting and productive vacationing is going on. I'd even settle for some home renovation, let alone travel. Some local pirating might be arranged, as there is a swashbuckling moonlight costumed canoe trip in the offering (home in time for breakfast)….and of course the local Medieval Fair, which is in full swing. EDIT: (Err...the canoes aren't costumed, of course, only the participants as far as I can tell.) Last edited by Hilde Bracegirdle; 07-11-2005 at 02:00 PM.

07-11-2005, 11:45 AM	#3
Raefindel Sword of the Spirit Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Washington State Posts: 1,313	Remind those Hobbits that boats are tricky enough without talk of "pushing and pulling". I thought of sending them another box of cookies, this time with rubber snakes in it, but didn't think the humor would be appriciated. Sounds like a kick, Hilde! Our next Faire won't be till August, but I usually end up not going because I have no one to go with. It's so sad and boring by yourself! __________________ Blessed be the Lord my Strength, Who trained my hands for war and my fingers to fight. Psallm 144:1 Last edited by Raefindel; 07-11-2005 at 11:49 AM.

07-11-2005, 02:13 PM	#4
Hilde Bracegirdle Relic of Wandering Days Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: You'll See Perpetual Change. Posts: 1,480	I already have a little resident someone goading me to go. (Strangely enough she likes water too.) We got her decked out nicely last year, and she even went in for a pair of hobbit ears, but she still passes for elf rather than hobbit despite them...sigh. I don't know if my little money purse can stand for us to go again. I've been told it is my turn this year, and my fashion consultant is rather too good at spending siftly. Now, a good pair boots would be nice.... Last edited by Hilde Bracegirdle; 07-12-2005 at 04:49 AM.

07-11-2005, 03:06 PM	#5
Raefindel Sword of the Spirit Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Washington State Posts: 1,313	Hmmm. I know what you mean. I often cruise the second-hand stores looking for a good find, but then again I'm always buying fabric and patterns for another costume, too. I should have been an actor. I'd love to be in costume all the time. __________________ Blessed be the Lord my Strength, Who trained my hands for war and my fingers to fight. Psallm 144:1

07-15-2005, 07:48 AM	#6
mark12_30 Stormdancer of Doom Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Elvish singing is not a thing to miss, in June under the stars Posts: 4,349	Wow. I mean, wow. I just found Frodo-breeches-- linen-- dark brown-- gorgeous. inexpensive. And at wElf-mart. I thought they were all burnt out on LOTR... guess they saved the best for last. Not sure when I'll wear them-- fall I suppose; Sept 22-- but I bought them. __________________ ...down to the water to see the elves dance and sing upon the midsummer's eve.

07-15-2005, 02:26 PM	#7
Samwise Faithful Spirit Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: #3 Bagshot Row, Petaluma, Ca Posts: 2,299	Oh, my.... I feel bad, ME of all people, forgetting that Mr. Frodo an' Mr. Bilbo's birthday was coming up !!! SHAME, Samwise ! smacks own wrist. Frodo: Now, Sam, it's perfectly all right, you have that nephew coming, after all... Snuffles Maybe, Mr. Frodo, but to me it's unforgiveable, regardless how many little people are comin' into my life, if you follow me... Any way, speakin' of costumes for fairs and such, I know this lovely Elf lady that lives up North....she's wonderful at makin' such things.... __________________ Giving thanks unto the Father...In whom we have redemption through His blood, even the forgiveness of sins.~Colossians1:12a,14 * * * * * * * I am Samwise son of Hamfast, if by hoe or trowel I can get these weeds out of your garden, I will.You have my shears!;)