Reviews (21)

LadyMorrigan87 · 21 February 2006 · Chapter 1: Glorfindel's Folly

This was such a sweet story. I can see the twins and Glorfindel doing something like this. It was also lovely to see how much Celebrian and Elrond loved each other.

Lady Saruman · 8 February 2006 · Chapter 1: Glorfindel's Folly

ahahahahahahaha that was SOOOOOOOOOOOO FUNNY! wow, you have a great sense of humor *wipes tears of laughter away from face* i would have given anything, ANYTHING, mind you, to see that scene. well, i would have given 1000 bucks just to see imladris, but now, i would so totally give anything. a tripping accident! well, now we all know that the things we intend to do only turn out to be half as funny as the things that we DON'T intend to do. i can just see celebrian lying on the table with elrond spotless and the twins and glorfindel sprawled out on the floor below. but what a great story. i'm certainly glad erestor laughed. ^_^ i have a new website: www.councilofelrond.com/members/LadySaruman. plz come and visit it in your spare time. and, if you're a member, you can sign my guestbook!!! oh, and on another matter: you know how the author submission thing said that i have to email a completed story to see if it met the requirements of this site? well, the story is almost complete now; i've been making it up along the way. then, when it's done, i can send it and wait for your decision!!! hershey's kisses/hugs, -Lady Saruman ^_*

pipinheart · 28 July 2005 · Chapter 1: Glorfindel's Folly

Very funny... I thinK Glorfindel enjoyes these games...He involved the twins and it became even more interesting... Elrohir had his foot in the wrong place... Very cute...

Bodkin · 26 February 2005 · Chapter 1: Glorfindel's Folly

One itty-bitty mud fight! That's . . . headstrong. Reckless needs more! Much more! And I long to see Ada and Nana dealing with it!

Bodkin · 26 February 2005 · Chapter 1: Glorfindel's Folly

'I was far more reckless,” she confided.' How? How? Please tell us how! '“You must look to Elrond for the inheritance of Elrohir’s comedy!' Ditto!

Dot · 25 February 2005 · Chapter 1: Glorfindel's Folly

Wasn't it a silver dress, though?? Or am I imagining things??? :-)

LKK · 25 February 2005 · Chapter 1: Glorfindel's Folly

Delightful! I loved this quick look at Glorfindel in prime form and the adolescent twins. Not mention Celebrian who clearly is Imladris's true ruler. No one, not even Elrond, can tame her. :) There was a real feeling of joy in this story. It reads as if you were having fun writing it. :)

Dot · 24 February 2005 · Chapter 1: Glorfindel's Folly

What fun! You write humour so well. Has Glorfindel any idea what he’s done by getting the twins involved in the ‘follies’?? Hmm… maybe he does. I see the pink dress incident hasn’t been forgotten, although I think Naneth did a little more than ‘help’ with that ;-) And I’m still laughing at the protests of “I was not naked!”!! I love the differences between the twins – with Elladan all excited about being involved and Elrohir wanting to know *why*… Glorfindel’s answer to Erestor’s claim about the statue in the courtyard was rather, uh, ingenious. I think what I love most about it is the lengths to which he’ll go to help a friend with no thought at all to his own dignity – and the residents of Imladris seem to respond with fond amusement. You know, no matter what story of yours that I read, I seem to end up saying “poor Erestor” at some point! I really did feel bad for him here, though. His melancholy must be deep indeed if it’s affecting him physically. He’s entitled to feel some sense of loneliness and to wallow in it for a while, but I’m glad he accepts the concern of his friends and realises that they’re his family now. I love the idea of Elladan and Elrohir singing the dwarven walking song! Maybe in front of their grandparents… I got completely caught up in the excitement of the twins at the feast! I was just dying to know what OLE would turn out to be but wow, you went one better! Oh, and what a wonderful custom for the young elves to carry out the desserts! Where’d you get that from? My jaw is sore from grinning at the description of what happened. The absolute funniest part has to be Elrohir’s brave “I think this would have been delicious.” LOL! Poor Cook. Elrond still so pristine, trying his best to remain so around his mischievous wife, was just hilarious! And yay, Erestor laughed! So everything was worthwhile. I adore the ending, with Glorfindel’s contentment that everyone he loves is at peace and happy and Erestor not only drawn out of his sadness but openly grateful to his friend. I always love your Erestor and Glorfindel but I think they shine brightest when around each other. You draw their friendship amazingly well, and I was thrilled with this glimpse into the wonderful and rather infamous world of their follies! :-)

Eruanneth_Luin · 22 February 2005 · Chapter 1: Glorfindel's Folly

From Blue: I am honored that you wrote a story because I asked for one. I do not know about mandates, but that is definitely friendship. I have enjoyed all your stories, but especially Glorfindel, the prankster. Elrond and Celebrían made me feel right at home (my wife does the same to me). You need to work less and write more. From (and Nancy): How did I get in this! Blue laughed so often during the ‘reading’ that I had a hard time keeping a straight face. He said he knew from the moment Glorfindel went to ‘help’ that things were going to get interesting. As always I adore your Elrohir; such a tender-hearted, sweet elfling. Any time you put Glorfindel and Erestor in proximity follies are bound to occur, particularly enjoyable for those not directly involved. It is good to see Elves at play, celebrating, free for a brief time from the ever-present reality of endless war and the ‘long defeat’; peace was a rare, precious gift, a time for love, rejoicing and merriment, creating and begetting. Thank you for the glimpse into life as it should have been for the Firstborn. Glorfindel represents to me a shining example of Elvenkind at its best and brightest. Boldly joyful in the face of uncertain times, true friend, faithful companion, fearless protector, ablaze with the Light of Valinor. Thank you for the visions of Arda-according-to-Tolkien.

DAYNA · 22 February 2005 · Chapter 1: Glorfindel's Folly

Absolutely wonderful story, Nilmandra! What a lark! I'd love to know what they'd REALLY planned! hee hee!!

Karri · 22 February 2005 · Chapter 1: Glorfindel's Folly

Oh, this is marvelous, Nilm. I just adore adore your Glorfindel, and he is always at his best when Erestor's around, too. Very entertaining! :-)

paranoidangel · 22 February 2005 · Chapter 1: Glorfindel's Folly

That was funny. I could see the pudding mishap coming, but of course none of it gets on Elrond. I love Celebrian's method of Elrond-management - I can just see his whole family run rings round him. And now I have this fabulous mental image of Glorfindel standing naked (with a loin-cloth) in the fountain with a dove on his head.

pereleth · 22 February 2005 · Chapter 1: Glorfindel's Folly

Yessss! Is this to be taken as an appetizer before HLIII? If so, it works wonders!! When I finished reading this, I went back and re-read the Epilogue of HLII, just to regain that beautiful glimpse of Elrond and Celebrian's relationship. I enjoyed this piece very much. For one thing, the humour is taken very seriously, why, it is a MISSION!, it even has a code name ( OLE, congrat for the choice, it's great fun, even though we can safely say there were no bullfightings in Middle Earth, it suited this piece very well. OLE,OLE y OLE, as they say in the "Plaza" after a good "Faena")So that trick made it all more fun. Glorfindel's lethany "I was NOT naked" was fun too, and the result was hilarious. But, above all, it had a "movie quality" to me, not sure how to put it, but I'll try to explain. You see, you've managed to divide the attention between the clumsy, funny mess and the endearing, soft and tender moment between Elrond and Celebrian. It seems as if a "second camera" were following them and they managed to steal away the whole scene, at least for me. I loved it, and that's what made me run and search for HLII epilogue. I suppose writing the tale of the third age is going to be hard for you, since you've managed to penetrate so deeply in their relationship. Nice and lovely, and...waiting!!! ;-)

Soledad · 21 February 2005 · Chapter 1: Glorfindel's Folly

Melancholy is unhealthy for Elves - I like that! But I'd have paid good money to see not-quite-naked Glorfindel, standing in the fountain, with a dove on his head. And what was that with a pink dress? We must have that story, too! I challenge you to write the pink dress story!

Antigone Q · 21 February 2005 · Chapter 1: Glorfindel's Folly

I enjoyed this story very much, not least because it contained a (not) naked, wet Glorfindel. Wish I could have sketched him, too...

meckinock · 20 February 2005 · Chapter 1: Glorfindel's Folly

Love and joy and warmth just permeate this story. It feels like being curled up in a warm, fuzzy blanket in front of a fire. I have to say, first of all, that I cannot remember reading a better grabber for a story - naked ("I was NOT naked") Glorfindel posing in a fountain. Oh, yes, you had me from "hello." The twins' gleeful complicity and Celebrian's slightly more circumspect assistance only added to the delight. Glorfindel's genuine concern for his friend (and his willingness to suffer embarrassment for his sake) was heartwarming, and Erestor's loneliness at being the only member of his family left behind was poignant. I also found his rationale for staying quite intriguing - I have often wondered why Elves chose to stay when a life free of pain and strife was waiting for them on the other side of the sea. The humor and mischief were done just right - one of my favorite parts was this: I agree!" agreed Glorfindel, laughing. "That is why I have enlisted the aid of two who are quite funny, usually when they do not intend to be." The setting for the feast was lovely, and Cook's pride in his creation was so thoughtfully drawn and realistic. I think we all laughed with Erestor at the end. Lovely story, Nilmandra.

The Karenator · 20 February 2005 · Chapter 1: Glorfindel's Folly

I was smiling happily up until I got to the part about the strawberry stuck on Elrohir's forehead, then I just whopped out loud! Glad I'm home alone. What a delightful story. Life in Imladris is never dull. Even the statues are something 'delicious' to behold. What a wonderful snapshot of friends, family and the mischievous natures of certain elves. I'm still laughing.... Karen

Jay of Lasgalen · 20 February 2005 · Chapter 1: Glorfindel's Folly

It was sad to see poor Erestor so downhearted, but very kind of Glorfindel to still want to cheer him up - despite standing naked in the fountain! (Oh, sorry, he wasn't naked, was he? I forgot!) I'm glad he involved the twins as well - and I liked how you showed their closeness, and their distinct personalities at the same time. I knew as soon as you introduced it that someone would drop the magnificent pudding, and make Erestor laugh! I wonder what the original plan was? Jay

Bodkin · 20 February 2005 · Chapter 1: Glorfindel's Folly

Perfect. Although, Glorfindel might think he can control E2 now, but JUST WAIT. And what a gorgeous Celebrian. I just love her method of Elrond-control. (I wonder if Galadriel has learned that it is easier to manage elves with honey?) The adolescent twins are great - I hope you are thinking of writing more about them.

daw the minstrel · 20 February 2005 · Chapter 1: Glorfindel's Folly

What a wonderful story! The OLE indeed. I presume that rhymes with what you say at a bull fight. And Glorfindel has no idea of the force he has just unleashed in involving the twins. Well done.

Leaward · 20 February 2005 · Chapter 1: Glorfindel's Folly

This is hilarious! And the best laughs are always the ones unplanned! This is a great read to pick up the spirits. I found myself literally Laughing out Loud! I can just imagine Celebrian being in on the joke, as well as the hijinks the elves must have got up to. Thanks, Nilmandra!