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Anonymous on Thursday, 17 September 2009 21:17

Just a bit of info: I was born in FurthimWald
and have attended Cave Gladium many times. As a
matter of fact my cousin was one of the original
starters of this week long fest. It is so much
fun and would keep growing if they had the space.
I also have a cousin who designs the clothing and
just has a terrific talent. She puts herself into this era. How much will your book cost?

Just a bit of info: I was born in FurthimWald
and have attended Cave Gladium many times. As a
matter of fact my cousin was one of the original
starters of this week long fest. It is so much
fun and would keep growing if they had the space.
I also have a cousin who designs the clothing and
just has a terrific talent. She puts herself into this era. How much will your book cost?
a stitch in time (website) on Friday, 18 September 2009 07:33

Hi there, yes, Cave is very very much fun!
The book will cost 60 Euro - we managed to keep low in the price range : )

Hi there, yes, Cave is very very much fun!
The book will cost 60 Euro - we managed to keep low in the price range : )
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