I celebrated a bit last night and a lot more this morning… it hasn't been an easy task, but I finally did breathe a sigh of relief.

The mines are not a bad place to train, I’ve certainly been in worse…but the creatures there are tough and drain my strength more rapidly than the beast I’ve battled before. Recovery is costly especially finding yourself having to replenish with every step. … but now with my visit to the trainer last night, I’m able to breathe a bit more easily as I continue my mine quest.

There’s also a rock spider I want to return some venom to! I mean…really. I know ugly things grow in dark and damp places…but this thing was relentless. Killed me twice and I still couldn’t finish him off…but now with my new ring and bit more strength. I think I can show that spider what a little venom taste like.

Over the last few days of my training I haven’t had much time to visit, but words exchanged here and there are always a comfort. Frohste always manages to brighten my day with her flyingbouncy hugs…truly a favorite of mine…Oh and today I did see my friend Gar go soaring thru the air…we had a good laugh, which is one thing I absolutely love sharing with dear friends.

I hurried to speak with Bris for he always makes time for my questions and I seldom can get anything past him, for he knows the ins and outs of all this enchanter stuff, but I manage to give him a surprise today…for I flashed him my new ring, just after he mentioned that I need to get myself one. He complimented me and we both snickered at the surprise of me knowing something. Before our conversation came to a close...He did remind me he still owes me one from way back, but of course I played innocent…but I must admit that is probably one of my best memories I have Still makes me laugh every time I think about the look on his face…truly priceless!

This morning I tested the mountain pass and found it not nearly as bad as before…so I told Pallas that just might be doable now. I can’t recall what’s in the mountains… I was there once a long time ago…so it would be interesting to venture out there once again.

I was hoping to catch up with Elly and Lu… but our timing is a bit off… Pallas said Elly needs her rest and I completely understand... but I miss them and will continue to keep a look out for them…for I so enjoy their company and their heartwarming words

Over the next few days…I’ll celebrate my advancement and wonder the lands testing my new skill ...observing how I can be of more aid in our battle against evil….should be exhilarating…or enlightening especially if the testing goes bad. ..But either way should be fun.

… Observation… it grows stronger with use or atrophies otherwise…