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Go Hammitt

We are going to tear something up. Let's Go Hammitt.
by Smith2217 October 28, 2025
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ornamental hermit

Also known as a "garden hermit"; a person hired by wealthy landowners in the 18th century to live in solitude in a specially built hermitage, folly, or grotto on their estate, acting as a living decoration. They were expected to embody the qualities of a druid and live a secluded life, often with specific rules like growing their hair and beard long and not washing. In return for their service, they received lodging, food, and a stipend. Landowners and their guests might occasionally consult their garden hermits for advice, stories, or entertainment.
Landowners placed advertisements in local newspapers seeking ornamental hermits to live on their property for long spans of time (7 years, in one instance).One legend goes that someone's ornamental hermit was found drinking at a local pub 3 weeks into their tenure, thus breaching their contract.
by A. Patmos November 27, 2025
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Someone who loves the shit out of fresh powpow and prefers the silence of the mountains to the buzz of city life.
"I'm going to be a mountain snow hermit all weekend and will return to work as planned on Monday. Peace bitches."
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