Wherever the Prompt Might Lead by Larner
Queen Galadriel · 17 December 2008 · Chapter 7: Thanksgiving for Healing
Ah, I need to read Lesser Ring again...if I don't remain buried alive forever...:)
Author's reply
School is that bad, is it? At least Christmas break is on you--I hope! So nice to hear from you again!
Queen Galadriel · 17 December 2008 · Chapter 6: Requesting Gifts
Awww this is sooo sweet! I love glimpses of the dear royal family being...well, a typical family. Especially love this: “I hope to be back by then. And what would you wish as a gift?” “A monkey!” he said happily. “You are a monkey,” Melian advised him. “Look at you--you just dropped your fork again!” *giggle* The little prince is definitely all boy, bless him, and his prim sister is quite the proper young lady. :D
Author's reply
Oh, yes, a typical brother and sister, him young enough to think a monkey sounds to be a grand gift! Heh!
Queen Galadriel · 17 December 2008 · Chapter 5: Peace Interrupted
LOL! Monkey...hahahaha! Look out, Bilbo.
Author's reply
I love imagining Isengar, who had gone to sea, found the attentions of the children sometimes wearing, particularly when he was trying to sunbathe. I suspect he picked up the habit while serving aboard ship.
Queen Galadriel · 17 December 2008 · Chapter 4: The Mariner's Return
I don't know this bit, but the imagery is lovely, and now I see what you're doing with the elements, very clever.
Author's reply
The tale of Erendis and Aldarion is in "Unfinished Tales," and is a tragic one. An excellent character study of a disfunctional family. He was one of the kings of Numenor, and their daughter followed him, finding herself poorly suited to the role of ruler of the island nation after her mother came to resent her husband's love of sailing.
Queen Galadriel · 17 December 2008 · Chapter 3: The Practice Sail
LOL! Poor Frodo with the violin, oh dear! I tried that once...and I was a wimp and put it away, saying primly when Mom tried to force me, that I couldn't lose my ability to read well just yet. :P
Author's reply
Oh, but I can understand that! My stepdad used to play the violin, and my attempts to play it only brought forth unearthly shrieks from the thing. I understand Little Bro became quite good at it, but then he was bringing out recognizable tunes the first time he tried a bugle, and could play both trumpet and drums well, too. But to callous your reading fingers perhaps to find you had no talent at it--I can certainly appreciate just why you demurred!
Queen Galadriel · 17 December 2008 · Chapter 2: Battle Plans
Wow, "We won the battle with a bottle of wine." :)
Author's reply
Well, actually with an early version of a Molotov cocktail, but we shan't tell them that! Thank you, my Lady!
Queen Galadriel · 17 December 2008 · Chapter 1: The Dedication
Aw, I don't know why, but I really love the way you started this one.
Author's reply
How wonderful it is to be graced with your presence her and all these reviews! Oh, but I needed such a good thing tonight! Thank you!
harrowcat · 16 December 2008 · Chapter 16: At the Wedding Feast
I love Gimli and his Lady interactions.
Author's reply
I like them, too! Heh!
Dreamflower · 16 December 2008 · Chapter 16: At the Wedding Feast
*whoosh*wipes hand across forehead!* You are still getting it! And this one made a nice plausible conversation between Gimli and the Lady. But a fork hanging as a pendant? What a picture that made, LOL!
Author's reply
Well, not worn as a pendant, but hanging pendant so it doesn't hit the floor, at least. Am managing to get it, but it's still difficult to feel comfortable working "cookie" into a Tolkien-based story! Heh!
6336 · 16 December 2008 · Chapter 16: At the Wedding Feast
This one was delightfull, and you nare still getting them all in! Keep them coming, Lynda
Author's reply
So glad you liked it, Lynda. Thanks so much. There are eight more days now.
Linda Hoyland · 15 December 2008 · Chapter 15: Aftermath
A delightful glimpse of young Pippin.
Author's reply
Oh, and I so agree! Thanks so much, Linda!
Linda Hoyland · 15 December 2008 · Chapter 14: Grief for the Living Son
This is very moving,poor Nerdarnel
Author's reply
Ah, always a joy to find the writing moves folks. Thank you, Linda.
Linda Hoyland · 15 December 2008 · Chapter 13: The Miscreant
What a naughty monkey!I feel sorry for the captain!
Author's reply
I agree, Linda--but he's just being true to being a monkey after all. As for the Captain--oh, I pity the man, too!
Linda Hoyland · 15 December 2008 · Chapter 12: Isengar's Treasures from the Mathom Room
What a variety of treasures!
Author's reply
As a sailor, he would have brought home things from all over, and as a Hobbit he would have loved cooking and baking ware, don't you think? And a prism would delight anyone! Thanks so, Linda.
Linda Hoyland · 15 December 2008 · Chapter 11: Assuring his Welcome
I'm sure Diamond will be too pleased with the gift to scold!
Author's reply
I think she'll be gladdest just to be with her husband again! Thanks so!
Linda Hoyland · 15 December 2008 · Chapter 10: The Ringbearer Prepares to Sail
A wonderfully poetic use of the prompts.
Author's reply
Thank you so, Linda! I love to do my share of Grey Havens scenes, as you know!
harrowcat · 15 December 2008 · Chapter 15: Aftermath
I would pay a lot for a bottle of Pippin-energy. *grin* On second thoughts, I don't need any as all I need is to harness a bit of Jet-power. He is missing the Boss and is constantly pestering me for attention. I am having to type one handed.
Author's reply
Oh, I bet he is missing your dad! The dalmatian when she's feeling ignored can be SO persistent, as can my tomcat! And some days we'd all love some youthful energy again! Heh!
Lindelea · 15 December 2008 · Chapter 15: Aftermath
Rather neatly got round "cookie" this time. What fun!
Author's reply
Well, he's young enough I felt it was worth a go! Heh! Thanks so!
Antane · 15 December 2008 · Chapter 15: Aftermath
oh, no, don't sink, Frodo dear! :)
Author's reply
Heh! Oh, he'll stay afloat for a time yet--but holidays with lots of small children about can be stressful!
6336 · 15 December 2008 · Chapter 15: Aftermath
Still getting them in and still telling a story! Yay!!! Keep them coming, Lynda
Author's reply
I managed, although I kept having to trim out descriptors to keep to a hundred fifty words. Thanks, Lynda.
Cairistiona · 15 December 2008 · Chapter 15: Aftermath
"I feel like a rowboat with a hole in it sinking just short of the wharf." Boy, I can relate to that, this time of year! Another good ficlet!
Author's reply
Oh, don't I know, Cairistiona. And dealing with Paladin and Eglantine's four as well as Merry and whatever other children are at the Yule party at the farm at Whitwell (or at the Great Smials) I suspect they've worn poor Frodo out! Thank you.
Dreamflower · 15 December 2008 · Chapter 15: Aftermath
Oh dear! So Pip will bring an end to the poor monkey! A nice little interlude back in the Shire! How many more of these are to go? And how long will your word list be by the end?
Author's reply
Well, as it's an Advent project, it shall continue to the twenty-fourth. Seven more words to add by the time we're done! And I suspect Pippin will be the end of Isengar's stuffed monkey, as rambunctious as the child is. Heh! Author Reply: Correction--NINE more words. GADS!
Lindelea · 14 December 2008 · Chapter 14: Grief for the Living Son
(I have to confess the word "cookie" bothers me. I know it's in the prompt though, so no help for it.) Very melancholy. Got to tell you, at first I read "for love or money" as "for love or monkey" and thought that was how you worked that challenging word in. How are you doing? Snow or ice there? We have very icy snow, and heavy wind at the moment. *shiver* Our internet keeps going out, and the phone's been out all day.
Author's reply
I know--biscuit is the proper word for Tolkien, but gotta go with what is there. And monkey and violin are often difficult to work in, too, for some reason. But that you read "love of monkey"? Oh, that is funny! We had about six inches of snow, and it's icy here where I work. Compact snow at home. Roads are bare and well sanded, and the Taurus does have studded snow tires, so I'm not too worried. Although Olivia works well with her front-wheel drive. Once I get the headlight replaced I'll be able to drive Olivia again until we can get the transmission functioning properly on the Taurus. Can't get a name for the Taurus--keep thinking "Linda," not that Linda has good connotations associated with it. No problems with power, thank heavens and knock on wood! Most of the lines have been replaced to within a mile of my house--wish they'd get that last mile done, as then I'll finally be able to get cable and DSL, supposedly! Dialup is frustrating! Anyway, thanks so! Supposed to be wind here tonight--we've had some all day long. A light additional dusting of snow this afternoon--now to see what the coming night brings. Author Reply: I know--biscuit is the proper word for Tolkien, but gotta go with what is there. And monkey and violin are often difficult to work in, too, for some reason. But that you read "love of monkey"? Oh, that is funny! We had about six inches of snow, and it's icy here where I work. Compact snow at home. Roads are bare and well sanded, and the Taurus does have studded snow tires, so I'm not too worried. Although Olivia works well with her front-wheel drive. Once I get the headlight replaced I'll be able to drive Olivia again until we can get the transmission functioning properly on the Taurus. Can't get a name for the Taurus--keep thinking "Linda," not that Linda has good connotations associated with it. No problems with power, thank heavens and knock on wood! Most of the lines have been replaced to within a mile of my house--wish they'd get that last mile done, as then I'll finally be able to get cable and DSL, supposedly! Dialup is frustrating! Anyway, thanks so! Supposed to be wind here tonight--we've had some all day long. A light additional dusting of snow this afternoon--now to see what the coming night brings.
Lindelea · 14 December 2008 · Chapter 13: The Miscreant
Cute! I can just see this. Somehow in my imagination your "mate" fits well with my "Third Mate"...
Author's reply
Am so glad you feel this one fits with yours. So glad you like it!
harrowcat · 14 December 2008 · Chapter 14: Grief for the Living Son
You are doing very well with these Larner. Bittersweet memories for her.
Author's reply
That was weird--hit the submit reply and it posted the one to Lindelea a second time instead of the one I did for you! Okay! Thanks so much Harrowcat! Oh, yes, very sad memories, and it must be very frustrating, knowing Maglor is still there, but so far away! Author Reply: That was weird--hit the submit reply and it posted the one to Lindelea a second time instead of the one I did for you! Okay! Thanks so much Harrowcat! Oh, yes, very sad memories, and it must be very frustrating, knowing Maglor is still there, but so far away!