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October 9, 2946 T.A.
Today I arrived in Dale. The journey here was lonely and uneventful, so I shall not describe it for you, but I will mention that the town of Dale has become busy and colourful since its restoration. The sights, the smells of fish frying and sweet cakes baking, and oh, the toys, Kili! I have seen the power of magic, but did not look for it in the crafts of men! I wish I were a child again!
I looked for Legolas in the crowd, but I did not see his golden head amongst all the busy dark-haired townspeople. We said we'd meet October 10th, so I suppose I am a bit early. Ah well. This at least gives me a chance to retire for the night in a cozy inn and fill another page in my journal.
See you tomorrow, Kili.
Wish you were here,
Tauriel.