For Love of Frodo and Sam by shirebound
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PSW
· 10 November 2015
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I loved the one about Bill! I love how seriously all the big folk take the hobbits -- and especially Sam, given that he's not only a hobbit but (technically) a servant. Some people might barely notice him at all, but of course not Legolas and Aragorn ... :-)
I also liked the 'practice proposal' at the end ... :-P
Author's reply
You're really taking me back in time, and helping me to re-live these tales all over again. It's such a pleasure to know that you're reading and enjoying these.
H.G.
· 1 November 2015
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Wow, so cute! At the last one I was like, "ack, what?!" then it was for Rosie, and I got happy because I love Sam/Rosie! I hate Sam/Frodo, though....
Author's reply
That last one was my first attempt at 'misdirection', which I've enjoyed experimenting with over the years. I'm pleased you enjoyed these!
Kara's Aunty
· 21 November 2008
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Hello Shirebound,
What a little basket of joyful surpises this was.
From Merry's childhood treasure to Bilbo's tweenage treasure, Bill the Pony's place in his new family (reminds me somehow of Frodo's acceptance by the Elves in your story I reviewed prior to this - but perhaps I'm being fanciful), the honouring of the Ringbearers on Cormallen, and lastly (but not least) dear Sam's nervous preparations for the Big Proposal -all absolutely delighful.
Great work!
M :)
Author's reply
Oh my, thank you so much. These are VERY early pieces of mine (probably 2003), and it's fun to be reminded of them. How I love hobbits.
Larner
· 11 July 2007
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It's been a time since I read this one.
I needed something light and loving today to help me deal with the sore throat and pounding head. Thanks!
Author's reply
"Light and loving" -- my favorite things! I'm so glad to contribute something to help distract you from feeling ill. I hope you're feeling much better soon, dear Larner.
Larner
· 21 March 2006
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Just going through some of your earlier works. I've read the one where Sam practices proposing before, but I didn't remember the rest.
But the image of Frodo's Light shining before all as he was seated on Aragorn's own throne of turves is one that moves my heart immensely.
Author's reply
I'm so thrilled that the older stories are still being discovered and enjoyed. Thank you so much.
Queen Galadriel
· 30 January 2006
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My favourite is the second one! And the Ten Walkers is cute too! I must tell you, Shirebound, that I read these before, all but the last. I just freaked out at the last one and didn't make it through (I know--CHICKEN!), because slash just makes my stomach turn and puts me in a pretty awful mood. But I thought afterward, "Wait a minute! SOA doesn't allow that stuff! And I don't believe Shirebound would do it anyway!" So I went back and finished, and the relief mingled with the comedy of it just about brought me to the floor with laughter! *grin* Very clever!
God bless,
Galadriel
Author's reply
Yes, that last one is tricksy! I'm not very good at misdirection, but this one actually worked. Thank you for reading!
:D
Fwuff
· 26 August 2005
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I loved them! Especially the last one. For a second there I went, omg... Shirebounds writing slash?
Author's reply
Thank you! I enjoyed writing these, and that last one was a lot of fun.
Armariel
· 9 October 2004
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Still giggling! This was so heartwarming. Keep up the good work!
Armariel
Author's reply
Thanks, Armariel! I can't seem to stop writing about our hobbits, even when it's just tiny scenes like these. Glad to make you giggle!
Leah Beth
· 15 June 2004
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This are amazing! I've never read a few of these and I have to say that I *love* the last one. Wonderful work, as always. :)
(I tried to leave you a review at ff.net, but I don't think it went through. If it did, then sorry about the duplicate.)
Author's reply
Thanks, Leah Beth! I seem to have an infinite number of teensy hobbity ficlets inside me, trying to get out. I'm so happy you're enjoying them.
Elendiari22
· 15 June 2004
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I think that I've just died and gone to heaven. I only remember two of these, and the rest are just lovely! Thanks for posting them here!
Author's reply
Awwww... thank *you*!
:)
Lotrgirl1415
· 14 June 2004
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i especailly liked * Humble Hobbits *...i was hoping d make it into a longer fanfiction! lol my silly imagination! lo...
but seriously i loved em!*hugs*
*~*-_-*~KATIE~*-_-*~*
Author's reply
Thanks, Katie! Maybe I (or someone else) *will* expand on "Humble Hobbits" someday!
:)
girlofring
· 14 June 2004
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these were all so endearing. I think I may have read one or two of them on lj. thanks for posting.
Author's reply
Thank you! I'm so glad they're endearing -- that makes me happy!
:)
Meldewen Ilce
· 14 June 2004
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P.S. - And yes, I know I should have known that last one was slash seeing as SoA does not allow those types of story!
I am sorry that should have read:
P.S. - And yes, I know I should have known that last one wasn't slash seeing as SoA does not allow those types of story!
Meldewen Ilce
· 14 June 2004
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Lovely ficlets, shirebound, though you had me scared there for a moment when I read the last one - I thought for a split second you had delved into the slash fandom and I was about to mourn!
LOL - anyway lovely ficlets (and for Varda's sake please don't ever write slash!)
P.S. - And yes, I know I should have known that last one was slash seeing as SoA does not allow those types of story!
LOL!
Author's reply
Sorry for the fright! Sometimes it's fun and challenging to use "misdirection" while writing.
:)
fadagaski
· 14 June 2004
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Bless! That was sooooo cute! The Bill one was new, and I loved Sam's proposal, but my favourite I think was the third one. *huggles Frodo*
Author's reply
Glad you liked them!
*waits in line to huggle Frodo when you're finished*
Esamen/Karen
· 14 June 2004
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Ah, lovely! This has definitely satisfied my craving for lovely Frodo and Sam stories . . . for the minute . . . Thank you shirebound
Author's reply
Those cravings *can* be powerful, can't they? I'm glad I can do my part in helping ease them... for the minute...
:)
Lily Baggins
· 14 June 2004
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Sssssh... I'm supposed to be working! Don't tell anybody.
Oh, I know I've read most of these and loved them, but I don't recall seeing the last two . . . the "Humble Hobbits" and "Sam Proposes." Adored "Humble Hobbits"---what a sweet ficlet, showing Frodo getting exactly what he deserves. I wish he'd been wearing a circlet in the movie, I have to say, as he did here and in the books. That really IS gilding the lily, isn't it... :)
And for a moment I thought I was reading an F/S fic, Shirebound! Hee. So cute---especially Sam's needing to practice. He's just so nervous.
These are so hobbity and excellent gapfillers.
Author's reply
Your secret is safe with me! Sssssh...
Oh yes, I think movie-Frodo would have looked wonderful in a circlet, but I suppose that *would* have been a bit too angelic! Not that we would have minded... After all, it *is* canon!
:)