A Small and Passing Thing by Lindelea
Larner · 23 April 2023 · Chapter 45: The Wizard's Curse
Well, now that the spell has been revealed it can no longer harm. I think Frodo needs to visit Budgeford and where the other rebels dwell, and use the jewel on them all. Many will be in better straits soon.
Larner · 23 April 2023 · Chapter 44: Tea with Mistress Lobelia
Oh, yes, he does. And she understands what he hasn't as yet--that the Queen's jewel is one of healing, of clarity, of bringing all back in tune with the Song. And she's seeing how she can aid the Shire to heal further....
Larner · 23 April 2023 · Chapter 43: Return to Bywater
A good arrival back in Bywater. Now, to find the manner in which to break Saruman's spell.
Larner · 23 April 2023 · Chapter 42: Stuffed to the Gills
The spell has to be strong to have taken Frodo as well. And none within Budgeford or Budge Hall appear to have realized what was happening. Now they begin to see.
Larner · 23 April 2023 · Chapter 41: Home is Where the Hobbit Is
And so the spell again takes hold of poor Freddy.
Larner · 23 April 2023 · Chapter 39: Of People and Places
An arranged marriage, and she doesn't even know to whom she's supposed to have as a bride groom? And she mustn't be too familiar with common folk. Not a pleasant prospect.
Larner · 23 April 2023 · Chapter 40: Thoughts of Home
Love the realization that Frodo himself is also capable of flagging. Now, if Freddy can only hold on properly.
Larner · 22 April 2023 · Chapter 38: Fond Farewell
If Freddy is behind this return to gentility I just might smack him up alongside the head myself!
Larner · 22 April 2023 · Chapter 37: Standing Back-to-Back
It will be good for him to find Budgie there, near his home.
Larner · 22 April 2023 · Chapter 36: Sweeping Troubles Out
A good end for the last year of the Time of Troubles. Glad Freddy could (almost) stay up for the full time, and was able to go to the inn with the other gents.
Larner · 22 April 2023 · Chapter 35: Seeing the Old Year Out
Frodo has a good appreciation for what she feels for Merry, I note.
Larner · 22 April 2023 · Chapter 34: The End of the Chase
At least the lesson appears to have been learned. Now, to realize whom he truly wants as a wife!
Larner · 22 April 2023 · Chapter 33: A Tisket, a Tasket
A out time others see Estella's heart.
Larner · 22 April 2023 · Chapter 32: Black Sheep Shorn
Bless Estella for her determination. I see now why Freddy and Budgie vampire to live with one another. And now two people on the farm understand the spell laid on the former rebels.
Larner · 22 April 2023 · Chapter 31: The Lockholes, Revisited
I've been wondering when someone would notice the lost finger. And far worse evil touched Frodo and left its mark on Frodo than even Saruman could yield. Good realization for the Ringbearer to make.
Larner · 22 April 2023 · Chapter 30: So Much to be Done
Freddy's not the only one to know the Wizard's dreams, I note. Good to see Frodo up and out here.
Larner · 22 April 2023 · Chapter 29: Very Short Pause
A delicate decision made.
Larner · 22 April 2023 · Chapter 28: The Well-Groomed Gaffer
Life is returning for Freddy. Yeah!
Larner · 22 April 2023 · Chapter 27: Wakening Once More
Well, they were right when they thought Estella's return would help hearten her brother. And Sam has proved as insightful as ever in reasoning out the dark memories for both Freddy and 4rodo. Bless the gardener!
Larner · 22 April 2023 · Chapter 26: This and That
One way to get rid of the liver. Love the laughs by Hardy and Mum as the enjoy the better tasting fare they are getting. Heh
Larner · 22 April 2023 · Chapter 25: Midnight Snacks
A disgusting remedy for blood loss. Brewery hops could be better, I've been told. Remind me to tell you the story of hips and hops.
Author's reply
I will, now that I've seen this!
Larner · 22 April 2023 · Chapter 24: Back at the Great Smials
I bet she did. First a wonderful bath and repast, and now more reunions. Glad Merry's finally been seen to and is resting.
Author's reply
One thing Estella's learned over the past months of the Occupation and her life as a lad, hiding amongst the back-country Tooks, is resilience. It will stand her to good stead when she's Merry's wife and becomes the Mistress of a Great Hole. Thanks!
Larner · 22 April 2023 · Chapter 23: ...and Lost, Again
No. How could a regular Hobbit who'd never left the Shire have any idea as to what went on out there that involved Frodo Baggins?
Larner · 22 April 2023 · Chapter 22: Lost and Found
Quite the surprise for all the lads, this revelation. Now, to get Merry resting properly.
Larner · 22 April 2023 · Chapter 20: Seeking a Stray Lamb
An unquestionable proof of both her presence and her thoughts!