#lorient

[retrogeographie]

Lorient, l’hôtel de ville.

[postcard-from-the-past]

Vocational School in Lorient, Brittany region of France

French vintage postcard

[detournementsmineurs]

"Croix de Kerizouët" composée d'une croix monolithe du Haut Moyen-Age, encadrée de deux petites croix modernes remontées sur un socle contemporain à Guidel, Bretagne, décembre 2025.

[lounesdarbois]

"La première grève c'était en 34. Elle a duré 3 mois. On allait à la soupe populaire."

[depassement]

"Airbnb dégage, j'ai besoin d'un appart"

Avenue Jean-Jaurès, Lorient, mai 2025

[atelierscarole]

Florian de Monti est un sympathisant de l'Atelier Scarole. Il est photographe et a un talent fou. Ses images nous transportent, elles sont remplies de douceur. On en postera de temps à autres ici-bas. ----

[aylen-san]

The Myth of the Starry Dance

In ancient times, when the world was younger and the Elven realms flourished, elves were known as the Fae, beings who delighted in merriment and mischief. They lived in forests and secluded places of Middle-earth, such as Lothlórien and Rivendell, and their magic was closely tied to the most ancient and mysterious forces of the world. One of their most popular pastimes was hosting mysterious parties under the stars. These gatherings were not just spectacles of dance and music, but real trials for anyone who stumbled into their trap.

According to legend, if the elves invited someone to a party, that person either danced until dawn or vanished, becoming part of the enigmatic world of the Fae. For example, at a party in Lothlórien, surrounded by magical woods, the dances never ceased until morning. Those who fell into this magical circle lost themselves in endless dances, their shoes weaving into mysterious patterns, while the sounds of flutes and harps blended with the whispering of ancient trees. To taste the food at such a party was not only considered impolite but also dangerous, for anyone who sampled the treats became part of the elven revelers, forever losing their connection to the world of men. The ancient Elvish delicacies, like the pies of Lothlórien, were filled with magic that bound their victims to the Fae revelry forever.

Another notable trait of the elves was their cunning. If someone sought their advice, the elves would always respond ambiguously, leaving questions unanswered. This often led to unfortunate travelers finding themselves in strange and awkward situations, not knowing which path to choose. For instance, if someone asked the elves in Rivendell how to get to Gondor, they might answer: "Follow the stars that shine in your heart, and the path will reveal itself." This could lead travelers to get lost in endless forests or wander high mountains.

So, once, during one of these parties, a group of curious individuals decided to see what was really going on. This time, it wasn’t ordinary guests: it was a band of dwarves and one hobbit known for his adventures. They fell under the spell of the dances and became ensnared by the magic of the Fae. So deeply enchanted were they that they wandered through Middle-earth until they reached a solitary mountain. In desperation, they sought help from an ancient dragon living in the area.

However, even the dragon, with all its power and wisdom, could not break the Fae's enchantments. This fact distressed the dragon so much that it lost the will to live and soon perished. The dragon's death caused great upheaval, and its treasure became the cause of a great battle. Around the treasure, the Battle of Five Armies unfolded, as various peoples of Middle-earth clashed over the dragon's hoard.

This myth tells us that if you ever find yourself part of an elven party, be prepared for a fun yet extremely confusing adventure. And remember, never eat food offered by the elves and never ask them important questions if you don’t want to become part of their revelry.

[queenoftheblacksky]

Lorient vs Paris Saint-Germain (April 24, 2024)