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09:22 pm December 14th, 2008
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A newcomer approaches
So I woke this morning with great trepidation, because I knew it would be a momentous day, possibly including a great deal of family strife. Most of it coming from one person in particular--someone with a really, really bad temper. I mean... she's thrown things before. And she's been more volatile than ever recently. In the end, though, I was just going to have to bite the bullet and face the music and whatever else you want to throw in there, because there was no way around it:

"Hey guys," I said with forced casualness. "Can you move over a little?"

"EEEEEEEEEE," said Eowyn, who already could see what I was bringing over.

Anna, who was cleaning her pistol on the other end of The Shelf, looked up, and immediately the room went tense. I wasn't sure how she was going to take this, since, number one, the new arrival was not Captain Turner (who she had already approved), and second of all--you know how they say to be careful what you wish for, because you just might get it? Well, I was afraid Anna would not in actuality take all that well to a new alpha female joining the group.

Galadriel glides forward. "Welcome, fair stranger. I am the Lady of Lórien, the Golden Wood, and this is Arwen Undómiel, Queen of Gondor," she says, because she has manners.

The newcomer shakes Galadriel's hand and nods to Purple Arwen: "Elizabeth Swann."




"S'up."

Anna narrows her eyes. "You're not Captain Swann-Turner."

"No. But I will be."

"Oh... snap."

"I'll be Princess of Ithilien when Faramir gets here!" Eowyn blurts out.

"I am already a princess," says Anna loftily.

"Yeah, I heard. Princess of some gypsies or something?"

Anna--ANNA! PUT DOWN THE SWORD! Aw, shit, now Elizabeth's got hers out, this is not gonna end well--

They stare at each other for a few moments, swords drawn, and then suddenly, they--exchange them? Huh. They examine each other's weapon with great interest (Elizabeth gives Anna's a discreet swing; Anna rubs the hilt of Elizabeth's with the sleeve of her jacket), and then they switch back.

Everyone's quiet for a moment.

"I like your swash."

"Thanks. Nice boots."

"I HAVE A SWORD!"

No one really has the heart to remind her that it's Fugagorn's sword.

So... I think that went well, on the balance. Last I saw, Anna was showing Elizabeth around The Shelf, with Eowyn running along behind; I think she's going to take her out to the printer table for some fencing later. I really should look into getting them all some more doll weapons on eBay.


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Thread started by Syd
callmesyd From: [info]callmesyd Date: December 15th, 2008 03:23 am (UTC) (Link)
Don't tell Anna that I think Elizabeth Swann (Pirate King) would totally win, 'kay?

I don't want her to kill me in my sleep.
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 03:26 am (UTC) (Link)
Well, Anna does have a sword, a pistol and a dagger, whereas Elizabeth only has a sword. On the other hand, Elizabeth is five inches taller. It could be a pretty fair fight, I don't know.
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Thread started by bethamabob
bethamabob From: [info]bethamabob Date: December 15th, 2008 03:25 am (UTC) (Link)
Happy birthday! Any wishes your fandom can grant you?
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 03:59 am (UTC) (Link)
Happy birthday's plenty. Thanks!
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Thread started by Born To Lurk
numbedtoe From: [info]numbedtoe Date: December 15th, 2008 03:28 am (UTC) (Link)
Happy Birthday!
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 04:01 am (UTC) (Link)
Thank you!
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padawansguide From: [info]padawansguide Date: December 15th, 2008 03:30 am (UTC) (Link)
Whee! Liz Swann doll! :-) Happy Birthday! I hope it was a good one, with low drama. :-)
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 04:03 am (UTC) (Link)
Reasonably so, yeah (thanks!)--OMG I HAVE TO TAKE PICTURES OF THE DOLL, they even have her little waistcoat lace up in the back! It's made like a real one, you know, how they would use a simpler fabric in the back where no one would see? Her little cuffs have string ties! IT'S SO AWESOME I CAN'T STAND IT.
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From: [info]elisa0984 Date: December 15th, 2008 03:31 am (UTC) (Link)
Aww, Eowyn.

And happy birthday.
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 04:04 am (UTC) (Link)
Thanks!
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Thread started by CacophenyAngel
cacopheny From: [info]cacopheny Date: December 15th, 2008 03:32 am (UTC) (Link)
That was really very awesome XD This has to be my favorite Life of Dolls piece ever. Just so you know.
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 04:05 am (UTC) (Link)
Hee, thanks.
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krzychk12 From: [info]krzychk12 Date: December 15th, 2008 03:33 am (UTC) (Link)
bwahahahaha, awesome. also, Happy Birthday. I hope it is what you want it to be, nothing more, nothing less :)
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 04:05 am (UTC) (Link)
It worked out okay (thanks!).
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divadeanna From: [info]divadeanna Date: December 15th, 2008 03:37 am (UTC) (Link)
Happy Birthday!
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 04:15 am (UTC) (Link)
Thanks!
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Thread started by Robin Sparkles aka Soupface Killah
robinmc From: [info]robinmc Date: December 15th, 2008 03:38 am (UTC) (Link)
I get the feeling that Anna and Elizabeth will circle each other warily for a little while, but then they will become best friends, and you will have no peace...ever.

I hope it's been a good day.
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more_dragoncelt From: [info]more_dragoncelt Date: December 15th, 2008 03:42 am (UTC) (Link)
I agree with this statement. On both counts.
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editornia From: [info]editornia Date: December 15th, 2008 03:38 am (UTC) (Link)
Happy Birthday. I hope it goes (quietly) well for you. :)
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 04:16 am (UTC) (Link)
Thanks! I seem to have made it out alive. : )
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particle_person From: [info]particle_person Date: December 15th, 2008 03:44 am (UTC) (Link)
Most of it coming from one person in particular--someone with a really, really bad temper.

You're talking about Anna, right? I SEE WHAT YOU DID THAR.

Edited at 2008-12-15 03:45 am (UTC)
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 04:16 am (UTC) (Link)
Yeah, I thought some of y'all would enjoy that... : )

Edited at 2008-12-15 04:17 am (UTC)
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Thread started by Quark
quark101 From: [info]quark101 Date: December 15th, 2008 03:51 am (UTC) (Link)
Happy Birthday!
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 04:17 am (UTC) (Link)
Thanks!
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evilbearhunter From: [info]evilbearhunter Date: December 15th, 2008 03:52 am (UTC) (Link)
Happy birthday! I hope your shelf remains harmonious.
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 04:17 am (UTC) (Link)
Hee, thanks. They seem to be doing pretty well at the moment. I don't really anticipate any trouble until, you know, the fateful day that the Swan-Cullens might turn up.
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Thread started by Mackenzie
getawayx From: [info]getawayx Date: December 15th, 2008 03:52 am (UTC) (Link)
Happy birthday! :D
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 04:18 am (UTC) (Link)
Thank you!
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kelcea From: [info]kelcea Date: December 15th, 2008 03:54 am (UTC) (Link)
Happy birthday!
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 04:18 am (UTC) (Link)
Thanks!
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wolfsilveroak From: [info]wolfsilveroak Date: December 15th, 2008 03:54 am (UTC) (Link)
ROTFLMAO
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stareyednight From: [info]stareyednight Date: December 15th, 2008 03:55 am (UTC) (Link)
Just wanted to say Happy Birthday!! Hope it's a good one and you spent it doing exactly what you wanted to.

PS: Am extremely jealous. My Barbies cannot compare to your collection. Also, mine won't talk to me. *pouts*
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 04:19 am (UTC) (Link)
Hee, thanks.
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manekikoneko From: [info]manekikoneko Date: December 15th, 2008 04:01 am (UTC) (Link)
Hey, happy birthday before it's gone. I saw this site the other day, and I thought of you, actually. AND I actually doubt many other people have sent it to you. It has nothing to do with Twilight, for one.
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 04:21 am (UTC) (Link)
Hee, no one has, actually. Thanks!

It has nothing to do with Twilight, for one.

*snorfle*
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fallingmallorn From: [info]fallingmallorn Date: December 15th, 2008 04:04 am (UTC) (Link)
Is it wrong that I kind of want to loudly announce, "A CHALLENGER APPEARS!" regardless of who may or may not understand it?

Because if so, then I'm not sure I wanna be right. 'Cause Anna vs. (Pirate King) Liz may or may not be the Real Ultimate Showdown.

I'm just sayin'.
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 04:21 am (UTC) (Link)
You know, that was very nearly the title of the entry.
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wtfbrain From: [info]wtfbrain Date: December 15th, 2008 04:07 am (UTC) (Link)
Happy birthday!
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 04:22 am (UTC) (Link)
Thank you!
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Thread started by Marci
headphone From: [info]headphone Date: December 15th, 2008 04:15 am (UTC) (Link)
Happy Birthday!
I lurved the Elizabeth doll when I first saw her, but I think my very first Tonner purchase will be an Edward doll.
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 04:23 am (UTC) (Link)
Thanks!

See, this is why I'm panicking--I've got to make sure I get in on the Twilight doll thing before everyone snaps them up. I think these are going to be hard to get hold of, quite honestly. And even if they kind of freak me out--how can I not get them?
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cmdr_zoom From: [info]cmdr_zoom Date: December 15th, 2008 04:17 am (UTC) (Link)
Happy Birthday to you and the dolls. :)
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 04:23 am (UTC) (Link)
Hee, thanks.
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Thread started by Leo Princess
leoprincess From: [info]leoprincess Date: December 15th, 2008 04:18 am (UTC) (Link)
Happy Birthday, Ms. Jones!
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 04:24 am (UTC) (Link)
Thank you!
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Thread started by RoseRedHoofbeats
roseredhoofbeat From: [info]roseredhoofbeat Date: December 15th, 2008 04:23 am (UTC) (Link)
I demand to know what Fugagorn thinks of this development. =P
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 04:25 am (UTC) (Link)
Heh. Or Ellowyne, for that matter.
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elirrina From: [info]elirrina Date: December 15th, 2008 04:24 am (UTC) (Link)
Eeeee! Nice.

Happy birthday!

For a second I thought Lyra was the newcomer, then Faramir. Elizabeth should have some good opinions.
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cleolinda From: [info]cleolinda Date: December 15th, 2008 04:25 am (UTC) (Link)
Hee, thanks. I have high hopes of getting a Lyra for Christmas, actually. : )
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