What do you "assign" to the Shire? - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

skip spence · 10-16-2008, 08:56 AM

I assign clear autumn days when the evening sun shines on leaves of many radiant colours and the air is crisp and refreshing.

Lindale · 10-16-2008, 08:59 AM

Full moon and cloudless nighttime skies and the mountains of the Sierra Madre illuminated and a very cool breeze that signifies the coming of the -ber months. And the end of a wacky semester for little Lindale.

TheGreatElvenWarrior · 10-17-2008, 06:55 PM

I assign the Beatles! 'Nough said.

Peregrin Took · 10-17-2008, 11:02 PM

The Full Moon and the rolling clouds that pass it by

Peregrin Took · 10-17-2008, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by TheGreatElvenWarrior

I assign the Beatles! 'Nough said.

AND YES!!! I just saw this...you rock...but not as much as The Beatles!!! Greatest band that ever lived.

Lindale · 10-18-2008, 08:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Peregrin Took

AND YES!!! I just saw this...you rock...but not as much as The Beatles!!! Greatest band that ever lived.

Goodness me, if I don't think they do, does the fact that I was not even conceived back then excuse me? But I love Yellow Submarine anyway. Only Beatles song I know.

TheGreatElvenWarrior · 10-26-2008, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Peregrin Took

AND YES!!! I just saw this...you rock...but not as much as The Beatles!!! Greatest band that ever lived.

Why thank you! I rock to the Beatles!

Mithalwen · 10-18-2008, 01:03 PM

I assign opening what looks like a bill and finding it is a cheque from Ernie. One day it will be the big prize but in the meantime occasional £50 windfalls are still much appreciated .. now handbag or books....handbag or books...

Groin Redbeard · 10-18-2008, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Mithalwen

now handbag or books....handbag or books...

Get a handbag to carry those books.

Aganzir · 10-19-2008, 04:51 PM

Dark, clear night skies when you can see the stars clearly and the moon shines so bright that it casts shadows on the ground. Rowing on a lake on such a night, and although the temperature is only a bit above zero, the beauty of it all makes you forget to feel cold.

Groin Redbeard · 10-21-2008, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Aganzir

Dark, clear night skies when you can see the stars clearly and the moon shines so bright that it casts shadows on the ground. Rowing on a lake on such a night, and although the temperature is only a bit above zero, the beauty of it all makes you forget to feel cold.

Seconded, Aganzir!

I thought many times of assigning clear night skies to the shire, I don't know why anybody hasn't done it before, it's absolutely thrilling!

Lalwendë · 10-21-2008, 05:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Mithalwen

I assign opening what looks like a bill and finding it is a cheque from Ernie. One day it will be the big prize but in the meantime occasional £50 windfalls are still much appreciated .. now handbag or books....handbag or books...

I think this might solve your dilemma:

http://www.retrotogo.com/2006/10/hardback_book_h.html

Mithalwen · 10-21-2008, 10:01 AM

Oooh I pretty but completely useless fo someone who carries so much stuff on a daily basis as me - I would merely carry it around in a larger bag... and there is part of me that feels there is something fundamentally wrong in destroying a book even a dreadful book even to turn it into a handbag. A mini bonfire of the vanities. Even though I have no qualms about turning part of a cow into a handbag...

Lalwendë · 10-21-2008, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Mithalwen

Oooh I pretty but completely useless fo someone who carries so much stuff on a daily basis as me - I would merely carry it around in a larger bag... and there is part of me that feels there is something fundamentally wrong in destroying a book even a dreadful book even to turn it into a handbag. A mini bonfire of the vanities. Even though I have no qualms about turning part of a cow into a handbag...

"A Handbag!"

I know, getting in a flap over a destroyed book! I was the same! I'd better not show that to davem or he will flip.

Mind, if it was a book on tax law or a Jeffrey Archer or something then I'm all for it

Meanwhile, a simple one. I assign bags of crisps to The Shire. A bit too tasty for their own good, they never fail to hit the spot, and they are made of taters.

Groin Redbeard · 10-31-2008, 11:16 AM

George W. Bush shortening the overseas service time for our troops.

I just got off the phone with my dad and he'll be coming home in a few weeks!

Gollum the Great · 10-31-2008, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Groin Redbeard

George W. Bush shortening the overseas service time for our troops.

I just got off the phone with my dad and he'll be coming home in a few weeks!

Nice.

Morthoron · 11-04-2008, 05:12 PM

I assign the polling precinct where I voted a few hours ago. The workers were polite, knew their business, and I was in and out in less than 15 minutes.

Groin, let's hope the next president eliminates the need for servicemen to go to Iraq at all. I do not believe that any soldier should be subjected to combat based on outright lies that go beyond the border of criminality. But that specific assignation belongs to Mordor, I believe, so I shan't sully this thread with further comment.

Feanor of the Peredhil · 11-05-2008, 10:23 AM

Having three classes canceled in the next week or so because it means I can cook dinner. This afternoon when I'd normally be in class? Vegetarian chili with corn muffins (served with honey butter) for all.

Oddwen · 11-05-2008, 06:33 PM

There's nothing quite as refreshing to body and mind as the scent of an orange.

Feanor of the Peredhil · 11-13-2008, 04:18 PM

Cooking for oneself, luxuriantly. With white wine as an ingredient.

I rather enjoy being home alone at times...

Groin Redbeard · 11-13-2008, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Feanor of the Peredhil

Cooking for oneself, luxuriantly. With white wine as an ingredient.

I can relate to that, I like cooking alone when everyone is gone. Although, I've never tried cooking with wine, yet.

Feanor of the Peredhil · 11-13-2008, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Groin Redbeard

I can relate to that, I like cooking alone when everyone is gone. Although, I've never tried cooking with wine, yet.

I didn't intend to and then I quite suddenly remembered that we had cooking wine in the fridge. I thought the melding flavors would be good...

And, in fact, they were.

Feanor of the Peredhil · 11-14-2008, 05:23 PM

Organic maple yogurt. First two ingredients: milk, pure maple syrup.

I'm desperately in love.

Did hobbits eat yogurt? I wonder...

Groin Redbeard · 11-21-2008, 11:45 AM

I assign cold fronts to the shire. It's around sixty-degrees today, everyone is running around with heavy overcoats and bushy hats, I'm the only one that's still in a T-shirt and shorts.

It's nice to have some cooler weather after the hot summer that we've been having.

Lhunardawen · 12-12-2008, 08:48 AM

I assign chorale singing, and doing such a good job at it (or so others say) that even those who bested you in a competition think you should have won.

10-16-2008, 08:56 AM	#1
skip spence shadow of a doubt Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Back on the streets Posts: 1,125	I assign clear autumn days when the evening sun shines on leaves of many radiant colours and the air is crisp and refreshing. __________________ "You can always come back, but you can't come back all the way" ~ Bob Dylan Last edited by skip spence; 10-16-2008 at 09:26 AM. Reason: Not telling

10-16-2008, 08:59 AM	#2
Lindale Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: midway upon... in a forest dark Posts: 975	Full moon and cloudless nighttime skies and the mountains of the Sierra Madre illuminated and a very cool breeze that signifies the coming of the -ber months. And the end of a wacky semester for little Lindale. __________________ The heart does things for reasons Reason itself cannot comprehend. - Blaise Pascal Legal Madness.

10-17-2008, 06:55 PM	#3
TheGreatElvenWarrior Mighty Quill Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Walking off to look for America Posts: 2,230	I assign the Beatles! 'Nough said. __________________ The Party Doesn't Start Until You're Dead.

10-17-2008, 11:02 PM	#4
Peregrin Took Animated Skeleton Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: The Shire Posts: 38	The Full Moon and the rolling clouds that pass it by __________________ "I am not a fighter. But it would be politer in any case for the challenger to say who he is." Formerly MatthewM, joined Jun 2006.

10-18-2008, 01:03 PM	#8
Mithalwen Pilgrim Soul Join Date: May 2004 Location: watching the wonga-wonga birds circle... Posts: 9,460	I assign opening what looks like a bill and finding it is a cheque from Ernie. One day it will be the big prize but in the meantime occasional £50 windfalls are still much appreciated .. now handbag or books....handbag or books... __________________ “But Finrod walks with Finarfin his father beneath the trees in Eldamar.” Christopher Tolkien, Requiescat in pace

10-19-2008, 04:51 PM	#10
Aganzir Woman of Secret Shadow Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: in hollow halls beneath the fells Posts: 4,511	Dark, clear night skies when you can see the stars clearly and the moon shines so bright that it casts shadows on the ground. Rowing on a lake on such a night, and although the temperature is only a bit above zero, the beauty of it all makes you forget to feel cold. __________________ He bit me, and I was not gentle.

10-21-2008, 10:01 AM	#13
Mithalwen Pilgrim Soul Join Date: May 2004 Location: watching the wonga-wonga birds circle... Posts: 9,460	Oooh I pretty but completely useless fo someone who carries so much stuff on a daily basis as me - I would merely carry it around in a larger bag... and there is part of me that feels there is something fundamentally wrong in destroying a book even a dreadful book even to turn it into a handbag. A mini bonfire of the vanities. Even though I have no qualms about turning part of a cow into a handbag... __________________ “But Finrod walks with Finarfin his father beneath the trees in Eldamar.” Christopher Tolkien, Requiescat in pace

10-31-2008, 11:16 AM	#15
Groin Redbeard Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Facing the world's troubles with Christ's hope! Posts: 1,635	George W. Bush shortening the overseas service time for our troops. I just got off the phone with my dad and he'll be coming home in a few weeks! __________________ I heard the bells on Christmas Day. Their old, familiar carols play. And wild and sweet the words repeatof peace on earth, good-will to men! ~Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

11-04-2008, 05:12 PM	#17
Morthoron Curmudgeonly Wordwraith Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ensconced in curmudgeonly pursuits Posts: 2,515	I assign the polling precinct where I voted a few hours ago. The workers were polite, knew their business, and I was in and out in less than 15 minutes. Groin, let's hope the next president eliminates the need for servicemen to go to Iraq at all. I do not believe that any soldier should be subjected to combat based on outright lies that go beyond the border of criminality. But that specific assignation belongs to Mordor, I believe, so I shan't sully this thread with further comment. __________________ And your little sister's immaculate virginity wings away on the bony shoulders of a young horse named George who stole surreptitiously into her geography revision.

11-05-2008, 10:23 AM	#18
Feanor of the Peredhil La Belle Dame sans Merci Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: perpetual uncertainty Posts: 5,517	Having three classes canceled in the next week or so because it means I can cook dinner. This afternoon when I'd normally be in class? Vegetarian chili with corn muffins (served with honey butter) for all. __________________ peace

11-05-2008, 06:33 PM	#19
Oddwen Drummer in the Deep Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Next Sunday A.D. Posts: 2,145	There's nothing quite as refreshing to body and mind as the scent of an orange. __________________ But all the while I sit and think of times there were before I listen for returning feet and voices at the door

11-13-2008, 04:18 PM	#20
Feanor of the Peredhil La Belle Dame sans Merci Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: perpetual uncertainty Posts: 5,517	Cooking for oneself, luxuriantly. With white wine as an ingredient. I rather enjoy being home alone at times... __________________ peace

11-14-2008, 05:23 PM	#23
Feanor of the Peredhil La Belle Dame sans Merci Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: perpetual uncertainty Posts: 5,517	Organic maple yogurt. First two ingredients: milk, pure maple syrup. I'm desperately in love. Did hobbits eat yogurt? I wonder... __________________ peace

11-21-2008, 11:45 AM	#24
Groin Redbeard Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Facing the world's troubles with Christ's hope! Posts: 1,635	I assign cold fronts to the shire. It's around sixty-degrees today, everyone is running around with heavy overcoats and bushy hats, I'm the only one that's still in a T-shirt and shorts. It's nice to have some cooler weather after the hot summer that we've been having. __________________ I heard the bells on Christmas Day. Their old, familiar carols play. And wild and sweet the words repeatof peace on earth, good-will to men! ~Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

12-12-2008, 08:48 AM	#25
Lhunardawen Hauntress of the Havens Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: IN it, but not OF it Posts: 2,538	I assign chorale singing, and doing such a good job at it (or so others say) that even those who bested you in a competition think you should have won.