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The Journey Home by Fiondil	10 Review(s)
obsidianj	Reviewed Chapter: 31 on 5/25/2013
I love Maglor's ruminations about forgiving oneself. It is important for his healing to do just that. But it is not easy and there is no simple way to come to terms with ones actions. Is he punishing himself by denying music? It seems to me music is an integral part of him. Not singing and playing does look like a punishment to me. I know how I feel if I can't sing for a while... Author Reply: Hi obsidian. Forgiving oneself is important for everyone, but it isn't easy. You may be right that Maglor is somehow punishing himself by denying his music. Hopefully, though, he will come to acceptance and reclaim that part of him again soon. Thanks for reviewing. I really appreciate it.

demeter d	Reviewed Chapter: 31 on 5/22/2013
I have a grown daughter who knits....constantly! She showed me a story in a book about the art that someone had written. A family was gathered about the death-bed of their aged mother. One of the sons noticed her hands moving rhythically, even tho she was barely conscious. Then one of the daughters began laughing out loud! Her mother's hands were "knitting" without yarn or needles or conscious direction from her brain! Music is deep down more important to Maglor than he realizes! I am enjoying this tale. Author Reply: Air knitting! I love it. And you are correct that music is more important to Maglor than he realizes. I'm glad you are enjoying this story, demeter d. Thanks for letting me know. I appreciate it.

Kevana	Reviewed Chapter: 31 on 5/20/2013
You really make me feel for Maglor here, Fiondil, even more so than usual because of his inner struggle to come to terms with being watched/guarded. Even if it's for his own good, it's also a constant reminder that he can't run away from coming to a solution and personal resolution with his past, what he's done, and why he did it (and of course the radioactive rock o' doom itself). That must be incredibly galling, even knowing the reason for it. Maybe galling enough to get this oyster to make a pearl? I was thinking that perhaps Arthalion at least wasn't as highly functional at the time he was under watch and might not have been as upset by it or entirely realized the implications, though I'm sure he came to understand as he demonstrates here. And thankfully so, because I got the feeling his words helped Maglor hold it together just a bit longer. Air-harping Elf! Rock on, Maglor. Party hard. I light a Zippo in your honor. I know you said his music will be important, and it has been at various points, yet somehow I think you've got a few more stray notes up your sleeve, hm? ;) Can't wait to see what happens once he gets that harp finished. Perhaps there will be more music for all the Ages composed in those towers, and they'll end up singing their way home. A shiny stone for a story involving a shiny stone (though one much less dangerous, haha). I never knew until recently that such a thing as wood opal existed, but I'm so very glad it does. It reminds me of a person's heart, with secrets and joy bubbling up through the cracks of something very plain-looking on the outside. Have a great week, and thanks for an insightful, developing chapter. -Kevana Author Reply: I love opals and wood opals, especially, are so beautiful. And as for Maglor, all that you say about him is true and the importance of the harp will become clear soon enough, I promise. There is something Maglor must do before he can move on, both physically and emotionally, and we will see that shortly. Have a great week yourself, Kevana, and thanks for taking the time to comment. I appreciate it greatly.

Laer	Reviewed Chapter: 31 on 5/20/2013
The harp may have something to do with his healing process, or is there a deeper reason for him to finish it? Only time and your fantastic updates will tell. :D Author Reply: You are correct, Laer, and there is a deeper reason for him to finish making the harp, as we will see. Thanks for commenting. I very much appreciate it.

Larner	Reviewed Chapter: 31 on 5/20/2013
Oh! So, Sam was a new years baby, then. Excellent! Author Reply: Apparently, Larner, though it really has nothing to do with this story or even this chapter. grin At any rate, I'm glad to know you are still reading and hopefully enjoying the story. Thanks.

Fantasia	Reviewed Chapter: 31 on 5/20/2013
There is nothing that I wish more than Maglor being free of that cursed Oath and Jewel. I feel bad for him, the other are doing what they can, but it is impossible not to feel as a prisoner, even if it is for your own good. And now, the mystery of the Harp (insert suspense music here) Author Reply: I think we all want to see Maglor free of the Oath and the Jewel, Fantasia, and this story is very much about that. Until he is free of both, Maglor can't move forward and neither can the others who are with him. Thanks for reading and reviewing. I really appreciate it.

Sunny	Reviewed Chapter: 31 on 5/20/2013
Clearly throwing a snowball at him is one good method of getting Maglor to stop brooding! :) I agree with Arthalion that the harp Maglor is making is important. And the way he plays the air-harp - without even being aware that he does so, just is another piece of evidence to support this. It will be interesting to see what happens when the harp is finished. I wonder if the harp might even play a part in Maglor forgiving himself and dealing with the Oath and the Silmaril. Music has probably been a part of his identity all his life, and being bereft of music, even to the point of refusing to sing, must really be crippling him, and probably also hinders his healing. Author Reply: Well, it worked and that's all that matters. grin Maglor needs to finish the harp. He can not move forward until he does and we wlll see what part the harp plays in all this before the end. Thanks for leaving a comment, Sunny. I very much appreciate it.

Cairistiona	Reviewed Chapter: 31 on 5/20/2013
banishes silly image of Elves sitting around playing Harp Hero on their game consoles So glad that Maglor finally started work on the harp again--playing the music instead of air-harp will be so much more satisfying, and, I would imagine, will be another step forward in his journey. Arthalion is a very wise Elf. Imagining what the Belain will serve them to eat has me that much more eager to see them arrive, but I suspect there's still a very long way to go in the story before we reach that point! Author Reply: Hi Cairistiona. Finishing the harp will prove beneficial to Maglor in many ways, as we will see soon enough. And it will be a while longer before they reach Aman, but I promise it won't be too long a wait for you or the other readers. One thing more has to be done first... Anyway, I appreciate you taking the time to leave a review. Thanks.

shirebound	Reviewed Chapter: 31 on 5/20/2013
“Venison yesterday, venison today, and no doubt venison tomorrow" grins I imagine there will be quite a feast when they finally reach the West. I hope we get to enjoy it with them. :) Author Reply: I'm sure many readers will make the connection with "The Hobbit" when they read this line. grin As for the feast(s), we'll just have to see, won't we? Thanks for leaving a comment, Shirebound. It's greatly appreciated.

Celeth	Reviewed Chapter: 31 on 5/20/2013
With an army of Maiar cooks, the Belain will certainly be able to serve them more than tea when they do show up at Dor Rodyn. Its just that they do have to get there first. It seems that Maglor's music is getting impatient for release and is forcing him to fast track the healing process ;) I am glad of that! And I am also glad that he has Arthalion and Denethor to give him a much-needed push every now and then too. And now it will be another four days before the next chapter (sigh). Author Reply: Hi Celeth. Music is very important to Maglor. It is the way he connects with the rest of the world. It is how he remains grounded. Denying the music by refusing to work on his harp is denying a part of himself, the better part of himself. Arthalion and Denethor pushing him is the best thing they can do for him. We'll see what role the harp plays in all this soon enough. Thanks for reviewing. It's much appreciated.

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