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Sylvrfalcn

Sylvrfalcn

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Still doing my medieval thing.

Today I won the archery tournament, and the knife throwing competition, and the axe throwing competition. Later, much later, after a sumptuous feast, we all gathered around the fire circle for singing, storytelling, etc.. But, not just any fire circle, one I've invested much sweat and toil in. The last several days I've worked alone (plenty time on your hands when you're retired) to build something that'll be around for many years to come. The fire pit is six feet wide, lined with rock, and encircled with large rocks/small boulders. Ringing the fire pit are six, five foot long benches, their tops made of 2" x 12" planks, supported by 4" x 4" posts, each sunk two feet in the ground and firmly cemented into place. Positioned at one end of the circle are two large iron torches, illuminating the spot where I'll eventually build a small stage for the various "performers".

Tonight the whole rig underwent it's "christening", roaring fire of khukuri chopped wood crackling away merrily. I even got in on the act, telling a couple of hair raising, but absolutely true, ghost stories, as the kids in attendance roasted marshmallows. As the fire got low, as well as my previously supposed unending supply of Guinness, I looked up at the moon shining brightly in a clear sky, and felt my heart smile.

Sarge
a.k.a. Lord Robert of Yorkshire, King's Archer
 
oh man, sounds like heaven.
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Agreed:thumbup: :) My fire pit is full of water at the moment--and it is not a pit like yours to begin with, but it's fun.
 
That reminds me of my Boy Scout years, and times in the Order of the Arrow. Late at night, tired and full, dirty as hell, and singing by the bright warm fire. What boy wouldn't want a sumer full of those memories?

You seem like a formidable opponent Sarge, I'll bet your troops were happy to have you by their side.

Andy
 
Nice work, Sarge. Archery, knife AND axe?

Damn, the man's a triple threat!

That must be a treat, hanging out and enjoying the food, fuel, and friends. You have pictures stashed somewhere?

Congratulations.
 
Good times, good days. These are the "Good ol' Days" of the future.:thumbup: :D :cool:
 
Sound slike fun, Sarge. You should open up a summer camp. I'd sign up:)

Jake
 
Medieval archers were immensely strong. Not many today could match them.

Sounds like all the right stuff today, Sarge.



munk
 
Sound slike fun, Sarge. You should open up a summer camp. I'd sign up
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Not to drift off topic, but Adult summer camps are actually on the rise. And by that I don't mean Hugh Heffner type camps....;) :D

Sarge, I'm afraid I'd have to go with old Hugh's camp over yours, but you'd be my next choice if the grotto was down for repairs;) ;) :D
 
MauiRob said:
Sarge, I'm afraid I'd have to go with old Hugh's camp over yours, but you'd be my next choice if the grotto was down for repairs;) ;) :D
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Uwinv, you are young and therefore to be forgiven but all of us old timers know that an Old World Wench is much better than a Playboy Bunny, and 'sides, they're just as pretty or prettier and they don't yell and they don't tell.:rolleyes: And *You* are the one grateful as hell.:p ;) :cool: :D

This is your old ndn teaching for today.;) :D
 
Uwinv, you are young and therefore to be forgiven but all of us old timers know that an Old World Wench is much better than a Playboy Bunny, and 'sides, they're just as pretty or prettier and they don't yell and they don't tell. And *You* are the one grateful as hel
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:D LOL:D So since I'm young you'll forgive me if I just HAVE to find out for myself---through detailed and "scientific" comparisons between the two...in the interest of science only of course:rolleyes: :p ;) :D
 
MauiRob said:
:D LOL:D So since I'm young you'll forgive me if I just HAVE to find out for myself---through detailed and "scientific" comparisons between the two...in the interest of science only of course:rolleyes: :p ;) :D
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By golly Rob, nothing beats good old "hands on" experience. :rolleyes: :D
Just be sure and pay heed to what Grandpa Anderson told me; "boy, if you keep chasing them girls, pretty soon one will catch you". :eek:

Sarge
 
Just be sure and pay heed to what Grandpa Anderson told me; "boy, if you keep chasing them girls, pretty soon one will catch you
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Good advice for sure, but since I'm already married you could change CATCH to KILL;) :D
 
MauiRob said:
Good advice for sure, but since I'm already married you could change CATCH to KILL;) :D
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No worries Rob, us single gents will step up and shoulder the "bachelor's burden" on your behalf. :) Was chatting with a sweet thing yesterday at the highland games, she was a drummer in one of the pipe and drum bands, I was a bit curious to see if she was all nice and "regimental" under that kilt. Was there with some friends and wound up having to go before I had a chance at the answer. C'est la vie, c'est la guerre. :cool:

Sarge
aka Thumbcutter Goodbeard, bearded and bristling and suspected of lycanthropy, prowling at will unfettered and free, nothing is safe, lock up your women, hide your beer, and beware the moon :eek: Arrrrgh, I mean woo woo ow oooooooooh
 
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