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| Realizing Attractions by Larner | 3 Review(s) |
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| Lindelea | Reviewed Chapter: Epilogue 2 on 5/11/2025 |
| there are indications that Frodo at least was considered to be among the Wise How fascinating! I hadn't considered that idea before, but it makes sense. Frodo was resistant to the temptation to take vengeance on those who put aside their own assumed belligerence toward those seen as weaker than themselves, and sought not to allow his people or friends to become corrupted by the desire to avenge themselves upon those who had done them physical and emotional harm. I have heard several lightworkers talk about not wishing ill on those who, in our time, seem to delight in evil and cruelty; their reasoning is along the lines of it hurting the "wisher" more than the recipients. They advise people to seek to send thoughts of "light" instead. (I'm not exactly sure how the whole idea of sending light works, but it sounds intriguing all the same.) Sort of like the scripture verse about "coals of kindness" heaped on an enemy's head, I imagine? Fascinating thoughts about Saruman. It seems that even though he might have found relief in releasing his physical form, he was ultimately lost, however, or so it appears from the description JRRT presents: To the dismay of those that stood by, about the body of Saruman a grey mist gathered, and rising slowly to a great height like smoke from a fire, as a pale shrouded figure it loomed over the Hill. For a moment it wavered, looking to the West; but out of the West came a cold wind, and it bent away, and with a sigh dissolved into nothing. Somewhere I got the impression that a hobbit (i.e. Bilbo or Frodo or Sam) allowed to sail into the West would be able to live as long as he wanted to, without experiencing the deterioration that comes with aging (sort of like the way the Elves' gift of maintaining works, only stronger, perhaps intensified by the location of Tol Eressëa), and then, at will, lay down life as easily as lying down to sleep. Thus, Frodo was able (enabled?) to wait for Sam's arrival. But I don't know if my mind pieced that together from reading JRRT's writings decades ago, or if I picked up that notion from reading fanfic? The last three paragraphs were very helpful in understanding the story; thanks. Sometimes (too often, really) nuances go right over my head. Author Reply: It's been quite a time since I read the Master's letter on the fact that those Mortals who entered Tol Eressea must yet in time die in accordance with their nature, but don't remember what limits might be placed upon the length of those lives. I was certain, however, that Frodo would do his best to remain for Sam's coming, allowing Sam to set the timetable for when they might leave. Saruman's passing was a shadow of the passing of Sauron himself, Sauron a tall, black shape crowned with lightning, reaching toward the West until a great wind from the West blew it all apart. Saruman received the same ending--just on a smaller scale as he never reached Sauron's level of malevolence or power. In Go Out in Joy it is much the same for the spider removed from Frodo's neck, and lesser yet. As for how I've depicted it elsewhere, on Tol Eressea the Elven Healer who removes the spider merely flicks it into the fire and that's that for Ungoliant's attempt at reconstituting herself. As for nuances--I can be totally unable to see them at times. You're certainly not the Lone Stranger! Thanks so for your comments! | |
| Lindelea | Reviewed Chapter: Epilogue 2 on 4/8/2025 |
| I've no time to read today (we'll be without electricity for the rest of the day and probably all day tomorrow and maybe the day after, so, no internet during that time while we get some much-needed work done on the house). But I'm looking forward to chewing over these notes later! How I love to explore Tolkien's world and world-building! And you'll be here next week? Or this week (the end of this week?)? Sorry, I'm writing in haste before the power gets turned off. In any event, I'm looking forward to seeing you! No doggie news, I'm sorry to say. The cats, however, are not at all sorry. Author Reply: K.'s attempt to rehome Euphrates was a bust, as the kitten screamed for her mommy and refused to even investigate the food bowl or catbox. As a result, I still have three to rehome. Bummer! But today for the first time Euphrates, Tigris, and Halo all came into my bedroom with their mom and older brother and sister. All had a good deal of fun. | |
| shirebound | Reviewed Chapter: Epilogue 2 on 4/7/2025 |
| I enjoyed writing about the connection Frodo and Goldberry might have retained even when he sailed West ("All Rivers Run to the Sea" -- http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=5787&cid=34673). Your notes are so thoughtful. Thank you for continuing to share your tales with us. Author Reply: Hope to read this story soon, as time permits. Thanks so, Shirebound. | |