Fun weekend, well, mostly

[kumir_k9]

Monique, Chris and I went up to NH for the weekend.  Chris got a new costume for his NERO character from us for Christmas and this weekend is when he actually got the present.

We went to Birka Saturday. Chris and I went pre-garbed.  Monique was hoping not to.  She's not so much into it.  Rules is rules though and we got her something simple at the racks provided for such.  We did much browsing and chatting with many wonderful people.  I did some harp browsing and chatting with some harpists, including my friend Gretchen who I apprently haven't seen in almost two years, based on the fact that she didn't recognize me at first without the beard.

We ended up getting most of what Chris wanted at Threads of Time.  Great folks, nice work, reasonable prices.  In addition, I got a beautiful pair of deerskin gloves there and placed an order for a Warwick coat (available for viewing here):
http://www.threadsoftime.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=TOT&Product_Code=Warwick&Category_Code=NewLo
I got this to be extra fashionable for

keyla87's wedding later this year in which I'll be playing a part.  Well, ok, in all fairness that was a great excuse to get a new piece of Madrigal costuming, but you get the idea.  The coat was heartily approved of by the bride and all the friends with us. 

 

We went to Randy's bardic Saturday night which was the most fun of them for me so far.  I decided to skip the poetry this time, just not in the mood, but the music portion was fantastic.  There were some great new performers this time around.  Andy and Rourkie (hmmm, must look up LJs) have voices that blend beautifully and they've been working together so much they just hit it off.  Their performances were both musical and humorous.   There were just so many wonderful performers, I can't give them all credit.  If you haven't been to one of these, you must come.  Randy has them about once a quarter, so stay tuned for future announcements.

Of course, the highlight for me is always performing with others and in this case it was no exception.  

jjmarika and I performed 3 flute duets and  arianhwyvar and I did a piece for flute and voice.  The three of us retired to the basement for a while after and sight read a whole bunch of quartets on recorder and 2 flutes.  Yeah, I know, we were missing a part.  It was still a lot of fun.

There's one downside to the bardics.  There are so many cool people there, you only get to spend small amounts of time with any of them.  It's like going to a huge buffet with all the world's best dishes there, but you only have enough time to eat one plate full.  You only get a little bit of a few things and none of others.

Sunday, we moved my mom across town.  We were done about 2:00 and then headed home to CT.  We were home by 5:30.  Monique wanted to finish off season 2 of West Wing, so we spent the night relaxing in front of the TV.  Good thing we didn't do much else.  I was pretty sore in the backside from the moving. 

 

All in all, a pretty good weekend.

Comments

Always a true pleasure!

[wargoddess.livejournal.com]

It was so nice to see you and Chris at the bardic. As always, your music is lovely and the ladies with whom you performed were lovely as well and complemented you nicely.

Andy and rourkie were indeed wonderful and it was nice to see them there.

I would like to get a gift for Chris in celebration of his impending fatherhood, have you any suggestions for me?

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Re: Always a true pleasure!

[kumir-k9.livejournal.com]

Suggestions for a gift for Chris. Hmmmm... that's a tough one. Maybe a box of condoms that work? ;-) *Rick slaps his own hand for that one*

What does one get for a man who has never been a father and who, IMO, is not quite prepared to be a father (though I suspect he'll learn fast; kind of like learning to swim by jumping off the boat)? Maybe a book of advice on being a father?

Re: Always a true pleasure!

[wargoddess.livejournal.com]

There is not a person alive who is wholly prepared to be a parent. He doesn't need a book of advice on being a father, he has you and you have obviously done a great job.

What do they need for the baby? What do they have already and what do you know of that they will definitely be getting. I will get them something they need but do not yet have covered.

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Re: Always a true pleasure!

[kumir-k9.livejournal.com]

Well, that's a really tough question. They will get some hand-me-downs from Nick because they are done having kids. They essentially have a two room apartment in our basement, which is where I suspect they will be for the next year, anyway. I think clothes are probably the biggest thing they'll need.

And you're a real sweetie, you know that?

Re: Always a true pleasure!

[wargoddess.livejournal.com]

I do try.

Do we have a gender for the baby yet? A due date would also be nice so I can have an idea of what season and gender to buy for.

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Re: Always a true pleasure!

[kumir-k9.livejournal.com]

We do. They just found out Monday. It's a boy. Monique is so disappointed. She wanted a granddaughter.

The due date is in the middle of June. I don't remember the exact date.

Re: Always a true pleasure!

[wargoddess.livejournal.com]

Hmmm, a couple of cases of diapers sound like a plan. Maybe a few onesies. What new parents don't need diapers & onesies?

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[marlowethebard.livejournal.com]

I LOVE THREADS OF TIME! I have known Lewissa for about 12 years now. She made my bridesmaid dresses - in fact you can see one here - scan all the way to the bottom...
http://www.threadsoftime.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=TOT&Category_Code=WE-GA
She did those for me when she worked out of her apartment in Brockton. I am so happy for her that her passion has taken off!

Fabulous coat btw ;)

[kumir-k9.livejournal.com]

That's really pretty. I take it she did not make your wedding dress?

[mulderitsme.livejournal.com]

Missing Birka was really annoying, but the Bardic made up for it. I am in love with everything from Threads Of Time, and your jacket is GORGEOUS!