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08-24-2006, 11:21 AM
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| | | The Gull's Roost Tavern and Inn
Imagine you have been ambling along a beach for the better part of the day. The raucous crying of gulls and the crash of surf upon cliffs resonates within your ears, while the tang of ocean brine fills your lungs with each breath.
The sun is bright and the wind, blowing in from the west, is invigorating. All of a sudden you see a structure in the distance. As you come closer, you note that it is surprisingly large. Weathered clapboard gives the building a slightly distressed look, but the sign you see above the door looks warm and inviting.
Welcome to the Gull's Roost Tavern, a meeting ground for old sailors, restless spirits and thirsty wanderers
You remember that you are indeed thirsty, and perhaps a little hungry as well. Inspired by the sudden image of your favourite beverage and a plate of food you push open the solid wooden door. As your eyes adjust to the dimmed light you can see a long oaken bar behind which reside rows of gleaming bottles. Ceramic handles indicate a large selection of ales on tap, while the scent of home-cooked food wafts from the kitchen. A band is setting up in one corner of the tavern, and a passing serving wench carrying a tray piled high with food and frothing mugs of ale draws your attention to the extensive menu.
Patrons occasionally wander in and out. It is not bustling, but there is a lively feel to the air.
You find a table and sit down.
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testingtest12Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup.
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08-24-2006, 11:55 AM
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| | Some might think people alcoholics if they ever find this board  |
08-24-2006, 11:59 AM
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Originally Posted by Xandax  Some might think people alcoholics if they ever find this board | Well.... I did say "favourite beverage." I mean, technically, that could also mean organic fruit juices or a nice glass of soy milk  
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08-24-2006, 12:03 PM
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Originally Posted by dragon wench Well.... I did say "favourite beverage." I mean, technically, that could also mean organic fruit juices or a nice glass of soy milk | perhaps in some alternate universe ..... or an alternate to an alternate universe. But nobody would belive that in this  |
08-24-2006, 12:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Xandax perhaps in some alternate universe ..... or an alternate to an alternate universe. But nobody would belive that in this | Hmmm... Though I suppose it could also be fairly said that many of the people who indulge in organic fruit juices and soy milk already inhabit an alternate universe of their own to begin with (well, at least those around the Hippy Coast anyway )
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08-24-2006, 01:04 PM
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Originally Posted by dragon wench Well.... I did say "favourite beverage." I mean, technically, that could also mean organic fruit juices or a nice glass of soy milk | Do people actually drink soy milk for fun? I used to have to drink it as a kid and its disgusting 
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08-24-2006, 01:10 PM
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Originally Posted by mr_sir Do people actually drink soy milk for fun? I used to have to drink it as a kid and its disgusting | Yes, they do
At least along the West Coast of North America anyway. It all stems from the hippy culture of the 60s and 70s.
Actually, I've had the stuff, and it really varies in taste and quality. Some of it *is* godawful, practically to the point of sending you to the porcelain alter. But, I've also tried brands that are surprisingly good. I hate the taste of cow's milk, so consequently I've attempted many of the alternatives.
Still... the health food nuts take it to a real extreme. It's not uncommon while standing in a lineup to get a coffee to hear, "Could I please have a decaf, no-fat, no foam, soy latte."
*shudder* I mean really... why bother?
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testingtest12Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup.
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08-24-2006, 01:27 PM
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| | The point is, of course, to make you feel guilty about your own choice of drink
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08-24-2006, 01:29 PM
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Originally Posted by dragon wench Welcome to the Gull's Roost Tavern, a meeting ground for old sailors, restless spirits and thirsty wanderers
| How welcoming!
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08-24-2006, 01:33 PM
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Originally Posted by Bloodstalker The point is, of course, to make you feel guilty about your own choice of drink | You do have a point there actually Many of these people tend to be a bit on the self-rightious side. These are often the same individuals who join PETA and consider themselves at the vanguard of a new age 
@Greg,
well I thought you'd like that, knowing your fondness for grizzled seafarers and all. Indeed, come to think of it, I probably had you in mind
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testingtest12Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup.
testingtest12.......All those moments ... will be lost ... in time ... like tears in rain.
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08-24-2006, 02:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Greg. How welcoming! | By the use of bold lettering, and pointing out of key words there, one could on deduce that you are, in fact, overjoyed by the company you will gain by coming here. One can only feel love and joy for having made you happy. Perhaps, after you have met the sailor of your dreams, you will send DW a nice gift basket of muffins, or some form of Hippy health food, in appreciation... SLAP
For good measure... |
08-24-2006, 02:46 PM
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And btw Greg, make sure those are flaxseed muffins. That shouldn't be a problem for you since I'm sure there are no shortage of organic ingredients in your particular location.
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08-24-2006, 04:14 PM
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Originally Posted by dragon wench Still... the health food nuts take it to a real extreme. It's not uncommon while standing in a lineup to get a coffee to hear, "Could I please have a decaf, no-fat, no foam, soy latte."
*shudder* I mean really... why bother? | I must be the opposite to the health food fanatics then as I always order the least healthy drink possible if I go out for a coffee - why have something I could make at home when I could have something fancy
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08-24-2006, 07:56 PM
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Originally Posted by dragon wench Imagine you have been ambling along a beach for the better part of the day. | Can I bring my kids in here? 'Cause if I've been ambling on a beach all day, you can be sure that the kids have been nipping at my heels most of that time saying, "I'm hungry. I'm thirsty. Can I have some water? Can we have a snack? My feet are tired. When can we go back? Can we go swimming yet? I'm still hungry! ....."
So do you serve juice boxes and corn dogs here?
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08-24-2006, 08:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Gwalchmai Can I bring my kids in here? 'Cause if I've been ambling on a beach all day, you can be sure that the kids have been nipping at my heels most of that time saying, "I'm hungry. I'm thirsty. Can I have some water? Can we have a snack? My feet are tired. When can we go back? Can we go swimming yet? I'm still hungry! ....."
So do you serve juice boxes and corn dogs here? | Of course! All ages welcome!
As long as they don't come up to the bar asking for a pint though, I don't want to be arrested for serving minors
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