Lovely little fellow. He'll be handsome when he grows up.

I'm very envious, he's just the kind of dog I would get if I were settled and not in an apartment. I both expect and request more pics as he grows

Thank you fellows, it was a lovely day. Minorly rangery gifts this year, including a merino wool jumper, and a Dixon Low D Irish whistle. Jolly good as winter is coming. :wink: The only downside was that I was working on my brithday, but then again that's also an upside because at least I am employed.

Belain na le Erich.
The Valar be with you.

I'm not sure about particular examples personally, but the following book has tons of information on the cultural use and importance of hair: Encyclopedia of hair: a cultural history By Victoria Sherrow I read a bit of it on google books, and it looks pretty informative. Maybe you have it in a libra...

In that case, take that as a warning not to watch Game of Thrones if there are any minors around...
I was actually quite shocked, as the trailers looked relatively innocuous.

I was impressed, and eagerly await the next episode!

There was certainly a lot for a bloke to enjoy. One graphic scene after another.

Let's hope they continue to provide a solid narrative to go with the illicit treats.

edited until the Junior rangers go to bed...

Looking good Greg, what do you plan to do with the sole? Also, how are you armstreet boots going? (I think I remember you purchasing some...) Re: The leather jacket jerkin, that's the concern I have with doing this. The garment leather is just too useless for a Jerkin. I'll be interested to see what...

Love them, you're becoming a really skilled craftsman Eric. Everything you do just looks better and better.

This site demonstrates that the emblem of Elendil was seven five pointed stars, and the star of Elendil was an eight pointed star. It also states that "The device of Arnor was simple five-pointed star on sable square."

Whether any of that is accurate or not is another question.

Keep in mind guys, that fully waterproofed leather boots (so that you can stand with them submerged) are not the best thing to aim for. A massive amount of moisture comes from your feet, especially when exercising, so if the boot is waterproof the sweat cannot escape. This opens you up to blisters, ...

I just got visuals of Greg stumbling wide-eyed through the bushes, snorting up and down then length of his hatchet haft

Check this out Willrett

http://www.sword-buyers-guide.com/bewar ... words.html

Cinead, could I get a copy of that pattern please?
I have PM'd you my email address.

I wish an awesome birthday, for an awesome woman! Good to have you with us again

I'm just wearing gaiters and old leather ankle boots at the moment. They're comfortable, and I'm not sure about buying shoes from the USA without trying them on. If they don't fit, the postage back and forth would pay for another new pair of boots! I'm actually tempted to make my own somehow, or ord...