It’s time to put the blog in Balrog, baby! Today kicks off the Lord of the Rings (re)readalong being hosted by sj of Snobbery, and I am really excited about this one. My introduction to this series came in the form of cartoon movies that I watched with my dad when I was a little kid. Then I read the books when I was ten-eleven-twelve (I can’t remember exactly). I haven’t read the series since then, so I’m going to feel like I’m reading them for the first time (no, I haven’t seen the most recent movie adaptations).
If you’re interested in joining us–anyone is welcome–here are a few links where you can find more information about the readalong, the reading schedule, and some fantastic posts about The Silmarillion, which sj was nice enough to summarize for those of us who haven’t read it and don’t intend to anytime soon. She rocks!
Puttin’ the Blog in Balrog, main page
(includes reading schedule)
“Why You Probably Shouldn’t Read The Silmarillion”:
Middle-earth, here I come! Enjoy your weekend, everyone!
(Credits: The readalong button above was designed by sj, and the blog title is a line from The Hobbit.)
June 23, 2012 at 12:46 pm
When I was in high school in the 70′s, my friends and I formed a Tolkien Society reading the books and having hobbit dinners. One of my friends made us all Gandulf symbols in jewelry class to wear. So much fun.
June 23, 2012 at 12:50 pm
That’s FANTASTIC–I would have loved to have been a part of something like that. Thanks for sharing!
June 23, 2012 at 2:12 pm
Thanks for all the pings! I haven’t had much time to read today, yet, but I plan on locking myself in my room after dinner (husband is making lasagne!) and reading until I fall into a food coma.
June 23, 2012 at 2:17 pm
Mmmm… lasagne… *rubs belly and drools a little*
Make sure you eat a few extra bites for me!
June 23, 2012 at 2:17 pm
Definitely!
June 25, 2012 at 8:38 am
I’ve heard so much about Lord of the Rings from my boys who have been watching the series on TV, though I only half listen to them. I wish you an enjoyable read, Heather.
June 25, 2012 at 10:08 am
Thank you, Celestine! It’s a great series, as far as the books go. I hope your boys are enjoying it on TV!
July 2, 2012 at 9:20 am
Good luck! I seriously don’t know how you find the time to do all this reading. Looking forward to reading about your trek through Middle-earth!
July 2, 2012 at 4:20 pm
Well, I don’t watch TV, and I’ve really limited my screen time computer-wise. That really helps. Also, my kids are grown enough to entertain themselves most of the time, so that helps, too.
July 3, 2012 at 11:36 am
Ah yes….grown children. As much as I yearn for more me time, I am thoroughly enjoying my 3 year old. I keep reminding myself that the day will come when I won’t be the center of his world, so I may as well enjoy it now!
July 19, 2012 at 1:48 pm
Karen, I’m the same way. At some point, I’m going to look back and lament the fact I never watch Dora anymore
July 20, 2012 at 8:44 am
Haha! I read a great quote in a pregnancy book when I was expecting “The days are long but the years are short”. It comes back to me every so often with my son. Thanks for visiting.
July 20, 2012 at 11:36 am
Re: the days and years — SO true. I just hope I remember enough of it to enjoy it in hindsight.
July 20, 2012 at 8:48 am
Oops, I meant, thanks for replying. I’m sure Heather appreciates the visit
July 20, 2012 at 11:14 am
Haha! I do!