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At the End of His Rope  by Lindelea 4 Review(s)
TariReviewed Chapter: 90 on 7/11/2007
"'You don't have to do what he did,' Sam said. 'We've each been given our own row to hoe, you know. If we start looking at the weeds in the other fellow's row, we're likely to miss our own weeds, or start chopping out the good plants.' He looked at the other in silence, then added, 'I'd say you've been doing a fair job with the row you've been given."

A take off on Gandalf. I love it. Sam definitely is wise.

Now, one to more of this wonderful tale.

Tari

Author Reply: I hadn't thought of it being Gandalf-y, but you're right.

Thanks!

ImhirielReviewed Chapter: 90 on 12/12/2006
What a wonderful chapter! Very insightful and moving.
I, too, know the grief and guilt, even, of losing (or fearing to lose) the memories of loved ones that are gone. The anguish of not remembering their voices any longer, the faces that seem to blur and become indistinct in memory. And how helpful and reassuring it is to talk with others about that person, how the memories can become clearer once again.

Author Reply: Again, thanks for your feedback. It is good to talk with others, to look through old pictures, to exchange stories and to sing songs. We still do that on occasion in my family, remembering our parents and our brother who have gone before.

LarnerReviewed Chapter: 90 on 5/28/2005
Blessed memories, and Frodo taking the seed cake for Pippin, and willing to take a beating for it for Pippin's sake. This has me weepy.

Author Reply: *hugs* This is the Frodo we know and love, I hope.

DreamflowerReviewed Chapter: 90 on 2/1/2005
*sniff* Oh.

Author Reply: *hugs* Another review without a reply. Am housekeeping... thanks!

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