Hobbit Birthday Parties

It's been a while since I've been to a hobbit birthday party. I can't say I've been to very many, but if the one I went to on Sunday is any indication then I probably won't go to many more.

It's all about Frodo and Bilbo Baggins, you see. Apparently there are people out there who keep track of important things like fictional characters' birthdays, and they enjoy throwing parties for them whenever appropriate. I don't know how I let my roommate Ryan talk me into going, but lets just say I felt more than a little out of place. I was one of the few not dressed like a hobbit or a wizard. To be fair, there were a few others who did not dress in costume. At the very least, though, they were wearing a Lord of the Rings (TM) T-shirt or carried the One Ring (TM) on a chain around their necks.

Don't get me wrong. The food was good, and it was quite an experience to see such hobbit-like celebrations in real life. I think it's something everyone should go to once, just to do it. Check it off the list...

-chc