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| A Shire Sketchbook by Baggins Babe | 13 Review(s) |
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| Andrea | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 7/18/2005 |
| "I do not need to open my eyes or turn my head to know where he is, for his light calls to me clearly, a beacon of love and duty, demanding no less in return." - Just wonderful, Baggins Babe! Cats are remarkable animals, they cannot be controlled or trained like dogs. And as you say it, *they* choose their master - and Rufus chose very well. These lines made me laugh: "Why, only this morning little Merry sat with me under the table and offered me his dish of porridge. I have heard that diseases can be spread by sharing plates in this way, but he looks clean enough and I am sure I will not catch anything." Cats are really remarkable :) Thank you! Author Reply: I have shared my life with cats - and dogs - for many years, and I find them all remarkable. I love their independence and the way they cannot be 'bought' which makes their affection all the more valuable. I'm sure Rufus will be quite safe in sharing a plate with Merry-lad. :-)) | |
| Dreamflower | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 7/18/2005 |
| I like Rufus! What a wise and thoughtful cat he is! And he describes his family so lovingly. And I am glad that he won't catch anything from little Merry-lad, LOL! Author Reply: I am glad you like Rufus - he has become a real character. As for not catching anything from Merry-lad, I think we can all be glad about that! So pleased it made you laugh. | |
| shirebound | Reviewed Chapter: 2 on 7/18/2005 |
| Now he takes part in the life of the Shire and plays with the children and grows stronger, and as he strengthens so does his light. He is a rare one - tender-hearted, compassionate to all life (I kill my prey quickly because he does not like to see them tormented), reluctant to judge, slow to strike, quick to comfort and heal. I do not need to open my eyes or turn my head to know where he is, for his light calls to me clearly, a beacon of love and duty, demanding no less in return. A lovely chapter! If only everyone could see as clearly as Rufus. Author Reply: I always think that cats are very wise and they see very clearly. Rufus is a very perceptive creature. Thank you for your kind words. | |