Welcome to my journal! While traveling through the Shire recently, I spent some time in Hobbiton and was able to sneak some candid pictures take a few photographs of the beautiful scenery around Bag End. Using my camera's telephoto lens, I managed to take a couple of shots that Frodo and Sam didn't know about that really show off some of the best features of the area. Under the cut you will find several photos that I took as I helped the Baggins-Gamgees prepare for this special holiday. Apologies in advance to those with dial-up. Oh, and definitely not work safe. ( Read more... )