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Trotter by Dreamflower	8 Review(s)
Kaylee Arafinwiel	Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 4/2/2015
Goodness, poor Bilbo! But yes, of course he would have nightmares about his own experiences, after reading that! Nothing could be more natural than that. Luckily, as he realized, of course Hildifons turned out all right in the end!

Grey Wonderer	Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 6/4/2009
I can see where Bilbo would be reminded of his most unpleasant adventures while reading this journal. He and Hildifons had much in common. Author Reply: They did have a great deal in common!

PIppinfan1988	Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 5/31/2009
"He leaned out, and felt the brisk breeze on his face, and looked up at the glittering stars, and let the peace of Imladris fill his heart." That's a very beautiful scene of Bilbo in Rivendell. I like what you said about Isembold feeling terrible about his brother's disappearance. That might be a nice side-story to expound upon (if it hasn't already been done, that is!. ;-) Author Reply: Thank you! I think that Bilbo would feel very peaceful there, and that nightmares would find it hard to take a firm hold there in the Last Homely House. It seemed to me that since he had offered to go with his brother, he might feel a little guilty that he had not insisted. I will have to see how the bunny goes-- I do know I will probably be writing some "Trotter" tales once this story is done.

GamgeeFest	Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 4/21/2009
Poor Bilbo, to be reminded of such dark memories and dreams after so many years of peaceful slumber! His uncle's memoirs are already affecting him, but he is sensible, as always, and knows that clearly Hildifons survived whatever adventures he encountered on his road. That may be little comfort though, by the end.... Author Reply: It would not be unreasonable that reading of his uncle's captivity would trigger memories of his own. But Bilbo really is a very sensible hobbit at heart.

Celeritas	Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 4/10/2009
Oh, dear, no, this can't be good for dear Bilbo, unlocking memories like that... I did love to hear the other side of the story, though, what those whom Hildifons left behind thought happened. Poor Isembold! Author Reply: No, I do think it was not good for him to remember such dreadful times, and yet it was bound to happens sometimes. I think a lot of times people forget that in it's own way, Bilbo's adventure with the Dragon was pretty traumatic as well! I had given some thought to that. I know when I read about an adventure I always want to know a little about the folks back home. This was one way to do that.

Elflingimp	Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 4/8/2009
Clever, how you went to Bilbo without letting us know what happened in the last chapter!Well I guess I'll be patient, this story is too good not to be LOL! I do feel for dear old Bilbo, I had a feeling this diary would stir up some memories for him. Can't wait for more Hugs The Imp Author Reply: Well, I didn't do it just to extend the cliffie (that was just a side benefit, LOL!). It just seemed the perfect place to have this interlude, at the point where his uncle was having a similar experience to his own. At any rate you should not have to wait for long. If all goes well, the next chapter should be ready by Friday.

Andrea	Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 4/8/2009
Things had to turn out for Uncle Hildifons, after all, or he‘d not have been able to write his story out. That is very good to know and not only for Bilbo :) So, Bilbo had increasing nightmares about Gollum just before he left the Shire? That's significant. I'd say they were produced by the Ring, which would also explain why they ended abruptly, for he had left It behind. The nightmares he experiences now are of a different nature. They are out of passion for Hildifons whose story brought back many (bad) memories of Bilbo's own adventure. Author Reply: So, Bilbo had increasing nightmares about Gollum just before he left the Shire? That's significant. I'd say they were produced by the Ring, which would also explain why they ended abruptly, for he had left It behind. Bang on target--the Ring had been awakened, which brought on the memories of its previous owner. It was a sign of the Ring's increasing awareness and its efforts to get Bilbo to leave the Shire. Unfortunately for it, somehow it did not reckon on Bilbo leaving it behind of his own free will! And you are right about the current nightmare--he's remembering the part of his adventure that most resembled his uncle's.

shirebound	Reviewed Chapter: 5 on 4/8/2009
Things had to turn out for Uncle Hildifons, after all, or he‘d not have been able to write his story out. Yes, exactly! Whew. And I love all the details, such as Bilbo having his own little kitchen in Rivendell. Author Reply: I always thought that Bilbo might. After all, it would be a very important thing to helping a hobbit feel "at home" rather than merely a guest. I am quite sure that the Elves made him welcome among them at any meal, but what a comfort it would be to know that if he wanted a midnight snack or a cup of tea it was only a few steps away. And he would feel he could offer others his own little hospitality, as well.

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