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A few of my basement Trolls wanted to go out, into the outside world. And it would be an unkindness, if I kept them from giving it a twirl. Still, they would need a job, you know, to fit their unusual makeup. So, I sorted thru the myths, where the subject of bridges kept coming up. The idea brought several running to build a bridge over our backyard stream. Trolls are hard to fathom, but Low and behold, we’d found the perfect thing! A bridge, dam, waterfall, and cave, all made out of rock, such a beautiful touch! I promptly stocked the pond with fish. And got ready to show it all off. But, my Troll friends had already found a home, and had fishing poles in hand. Now, to step anywhere near the pond, a shiny bauble token must be found. They didn’t get a job, exactly, but, yes, for them a better home was made. The neighbors all wanted to employ them to build one, so beautifully arrayed. That is, until they found the Trolls would make it their home and charge tolls. In the end, I didn’t lose my buddies; a few just moved outside, so very bold. For a few baubles and extra treats, some really great parties were often held. In fact, they built a big barbecue pit, and cook my dinner every night, as well. How did I bring forth this great accomplishment, you might ask? You see, their home is on my land and that’s the token, I choose to demand. We arranged: that my family pays no tokens, and nightly my dinner is on hand… Ready to eat, but I’ll supply the fixings for them, too, that will be my treat. I’m happy to say, they did go into the world, that day, in their own way. And every body’s animals are safe as I supply what’s on the buffet. And let it be known, I offered to pay them for all the great work they did. But Trolls being Trolls, they wanted to eat dinner with us instead. :)
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