Reviews (47)

Elwendell · 23 March 2007 · Chapter 2: A Hobbit Hole

Oh my goodness . . . this is amazing! It speaks to me in so many ways. Thank you for sharing.

shirebound · 23 March 2007 · Chapter 3: The Dance of the Sea

As long as he danced, he would not be overcome. Oh, how lovely! If more of us could that this lesson, we would all be much freer and happier.

GamgeeFest · 25 February 2007 · Chapter 2: A Hobbit Hole

Poor Frodo. I know that feeling. He needs to get out of his head, step back and just observe for awhile, I think. Let himself just be. I enjoy that Celebrain is helping him to see those walls he keeps running up against, and to hear Frodo talk about Sam was nearly heartbreaking. Ironic that Frodo wished for Sam to be one and whole and now Frodo is the one torn in two.

lovethosehobbits · 20 February 2007 · Chapter 2: A Hobbit Hole

Oh you write so lovely!! I can't wait for the next chapter. Your fics always bring a little tear to my eye as I think (and, yes, feel) what Frodo is feeling. I think this is how it must have been for him. Did you hear?? WE'RE GETTING TOGETHER AGAIN!!!! *does gleeful jig around the room chanting hobbitshobbitshobbitshobbits* SQUEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!

Andrea · 20 February 2007 · Chapter 2: A Hobbit Hole

Celebrian gave Frodo good advice, but the task that lies before him is not easy. He came to Tol Eressea to forget all the bad, traumatic things that happened to him. And now he finds that he has to remember them to find himself again. But I'd say there will be lots of good memories, too. And *this* was the first one: "I like the last name the best," said Celebrían. "Why?" asked Frodo. He tilted his head and regarded her closely. "It was the only name that you said with a soft voice," she answered. I'm looking forward to reading more!

shirebound · 20 February 2007 · Chapter 2: A Hobbit Hole

"You never came home," said Celebrían "No," said Frodo. "You are a hobbit, Frodo," she said. "But you are also something more. And perhaps you need a house in which the Frodo you have become can feel at home. Fascinating insight, GH. I look forward to the home Frodo ends up with, one that reflects his true Self.

aprilkat · 20 February 2007 · Chapter 2: A Hobbit Hole

This chapter is so full of melancholy and sadness it makes me ache. You catch that feeling of not knowing where one fits or who one is, feeling disoriented in a strange land when anywhere one is is strange.

harrowcat · 20 February 2007 · Chapter 2: A Hobbit Hole

This is lovely Gentle Hobbit. The anguish, frustation and sadness comes through so well. I love your Celebrian.

Queen Galadriel · 19 February 2007 · Chapter 2: A Hobbit Hole

Oh, poor Frodo! This makes my heart ache for him. What a terrible feeling that must be. The discussion of "Mr. Frodo" made me cry. God bless, Galadriel

Larner · 19 February 2007 · Chapter 2: A Hobbit Hole

That he would be most gentle saying the name Sam gave him is just right, for Sam didn't see him as a Hobbit or a great lord or and adventurer or a scholar, but as the one person he loved just for himself. And when Frodo can love himself as Sam does, then he will be healing indeed.

Althea · 16 January 2007 · Chapter 1: Arrival

This is a most promising start. I'm very interested to learn how Frodo will find healing and himself.

pebbles66 · 15 January 2007 · Chapter 1: Arrival

Very nice beginning. Celebrian is very understanding, and I look forward to reading about Frodo's recovery, his hobbit-sized house, and his explorations of the Blessed Realm. I do have a question - possibly stupid though it may be. What exactly does Iorhael mean? I've seen it in many stories - but I guess I've never learned what it means. Anyway, I look forward to reading more soon!

Antane · 13 January 2007 · Chapter 1: Arrival

This is a lovely beginning with these two kindred spirits talking. I think Celebrian will be very good for Frodo and he will adjust just fine to the brightness without as it spreads within. He will indeed discover his place in the universe and I hope the One Who made him. Namarie, God bless, Antane :)

GamgeeFest · 13 January 2007 · Chapter 1: Arrival

How wonderful to see another story from you! This is immediately intriguing. I love stories of Frodo in Valinor and seeing everyone's different interpretations of his time spent there. Yours is quite unique and I look forward to seeing where this goes. I imagine that Bilbo is doing so well because of all that time he spent living with elves in Middle-earth. He also does not have the sense of loss that Frodo does, and while he may have been getting old, he was not as physically weak as Frodo was. The brightness of the island make this all seem a dream to Frodo, and to a certain extant it probably is. Celebrian is a gentle and soothing presence for him, and just the right person to help Frodo on his journey of self-discovery and healing.

lovethosehobbits · 12 January 2007 · Chapter 1: Arrival

How are you, my dear? I loved this and the implied hope it gave me. I look forward to many more chapters and the ultimate healing, whatever that may end up being.

Andrea · 10 January 2007 · Chapter 1: Arrival

Great start! I like your characterisation of Frodo very much. He has not adjusted yet to the Blessed Realm and I can understand his frustration and his jealousy of Bilbo, because the old hobbit managed the situation much better and faster. But in order to heal he must first find himself again. Building a home will help him do that indeed, but it will also help him to get "grounded" again. That's what he needs most, I think: to have a place, he can call home! I'm looking forward to reading more!

Larner · 9 January 2007 · Chapter 1: Arrival

To find the healing he needs, Frodo will need to make adjustments indeed.

Cuthalion · 8 January 2007 · Chapter 1: Arrival

He must build a house? Splendid idea... creating himself a home, quite literally. This is quite intrigueing, dear - can't wait to see more! Cúthalion

Telpethoron · 8 January 2007 · Chapter 1: Arrival

This is very well written. I find it interesting that Frodo has been given something that he doesn't even realize at the time that he needs - a purpose to his life. In building a home, Frodo will come to find out just what kind of person he is. Looking forward to the next chapter!

aprilkat · 7 January 2007 · Chapter 1: Arrival

I love stories of Frodo in the Undying Lands. Each person, as you say, has a very different take. I can see is that your Frodo has a lot of healing to do just to adjust. I think having Celebrian help him is wonderful. (Also, it makes me happy to think of her reunion with her loved ones, although her pain at realizing that she will see none of her children again must be agonizing.)

Queen Galadriel · 7 January 2007 · Chapter 1: Arrival

I've enjoyed your stories before and I'm delighted I get to read this one from the very beginning! You write Frodo with such respect; his feelings come across as very real, and in character. I truly think Tolkien would approve. And I love your portrayal of Celebrian; very wise. She seems to understand Frodo very well, and I hope he takes her advice to heart. Yes, he must build a house, more than physically. I can't wait to see this continued! God bless, Galadriel

shirebound · 7 January 2007 · Chapter 1: Arrival

"I did not know who I was here," Celebrían mused. "I had not come willingly, and I did not know this place. It was the Final Refuge, and it promised me healing, but I was alone. And I did not know who I was." "As I do not," Frodo said then and he raised his head. "Everyone has names for me: Ring-bearer; Iorhael they called me on the ship. But I don't know who I am any more. Everyone else seems to know, but I have lost myself." "And so," said Celebrían, "you must find yourself again. Oh my, this seems the beginning of a very Grand Tale. As you know, I'm most fascinated by Frodo's life in the West, canon or AU, as long as there's a chance of a happy ending (hope hope). :D