Gimli's Tale by Pearl Took

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Bodkin · 14 June 2005 · Chapter 0

Gimli makes a good minder for Pippin. And I love his story. Which doesn't, by any chance, suggest that elves are a bit shallow - and too overwhelmed by surface appearances, does it? The First Born valued the work of our minds and hands, yet they did not value us. Immortals ought to be rather more discerning! And the beauty stone being shared between Pippin, Merry and Gimli is very symbolic. They seem to have a bond, those three.

Author's reply

Hehehehe Even Tolkien knew them to be a bit full of themselves, but then again, so are the Dwarves and the Numenorians. And actually, even our furry footed hobbit friends. 'Tis a flaw that has always been with this old world, but yes, one would have liked to hope, after their own mess ups, that the Elves would have been less shallow ;) Yes, I felt it proper that Gimli would share this with one of the hobbits, and that Pip would want it shared with Merry. Thank you so much for reading and responding :)

LadyPhated · 13 June 2005 · Chapter 0

Oh, how beautiful. I do think the relationship between the Hobbits and Gimli are quite special, and you wrote this short story really well. :)

Author's reply

Thank you, for both reading this tale but also for the kind response :)

lwarren · 13 June 2005 · Chapter 0

I love Gimli! And there really are not too many stories about with him serving as a central character. This one is very special, especially since Pippin is the other character and Gimli seemed to take care to watch out for that young hobbit! Gimli's story to Pippin is a very personal one for him to tell (I would think he didn't tell it often). I always loved the fact that Iluvatar took pity, not only on Aule, but on the dwarves he had created, and let them live. The idea of a Beauty Stone is a perfect way for telling a story with the lesson "you shouldn't judge a book by its cover" :-). I love rocks (have quite a collection for my class at school) and my favorite is an amethyst geode! They are, indeed, Beauty Stones! I'm glad, too, that Pippin decided to share his with Gimli and Merry! Wonderful story! linda

Author's reply

Thank you so much :) I also enjoy Tolkien's understanding of forgivness and grace. I also love rocks and have fossils, geodes, semiprecious gems and other fun rocks and minerals here and there throughout my home :) Thank you for reading and responding :)

PIppinfan1988 · 13 June 2005 · Chapter 0

Well, I'm happy to see it up here once more! As always, you work your magic with hobbits--and Gimli, too! I loved the spiritual angle, that even Dwarfs have a spiritual side to them. Thank you so much for sharing your Middle-earth! Pippinfan

Author's reply

Thank you for reading - and re-reading - and re-responding! You are welcome, m'dear.

Daynawayna · 13 June 2005 · Chapter 0

I love it pearl! Such a good characterazation (sp?) of the hobbit and the dwarf. I really enjoyed the described couging fits.... you do that well... experience, perhaps? :D

Author's reply

Thank you :) No, fortunately no experience at the coughing other than run of the mill colds. I'm glad they were well done though ;)

Silvae · 13 June 2005 · Chapter 0

Oops, sorry, I seem to have uploaded an blank review! I just wanted to say this was very touching and rang true. Your Gimli is great! Cheers, Silvae

Author's reply

Thank you so much. That it "rang true" is the highest of compliments :) Thank you for your kind response :)

Lindelea · 12 June 2005 · Chapter 0

Ah, yes. *happy sigh* This is an absolutely lovely story, layers upon layers just as with the Beauty Stone. Thank you so much for letting me include it in the collection. Your characterisation of Gimli rings so true. Why, he's a bit of a Beauty Stone himself, isn't he? All rough and gruff on the outside and sparkling on the inside.

Author's reply

Yes, indeed he is :) Most of us are a mystery, a gem waiting to be discovered. Thank you for reading this yet again!

Grey Wonderer · 12 June 2005 · Chapter 0

I am guessing that when you hid this, my original review went away and so I am replacing it with this one. I love this! The minute it was back up here, I read it again. I also loved it in the story that you and others are writing with Lindelea. But, either way, it's a terrific story and your Gimli is perfect!

Author's reply

Well . . . not when I hid it. But when I un-hid it I found it doesn't return to the main pages, just shows up on my list. As it hadn't been up that long first time, I wanted it to have a fair chance at getting noticed, so I deleted it and reposted - that lost the other reviews. Thank you so much for that concern and for reading it so many times :o You are too kind, thank you :)

Tigger · 30 May 2005

Oh Pearl...This is just lovely. I loved it. There's so much to all of us underneath what we look on the outside. What a wonderful way to tell this story. There are beauty stones all around. I have one on my window sill that's been opened to show the gorgeous ameythist crystals on the inside. Just a wonderful feel good story on all counts. Thanks!!

Lindelea · 30 May 2005

Pearl, I do hope I don't distress you by asking this, but... Would you mind "hiding" this chapter until the challenge story is published? I hate to ask you to do that, but I'm still awaiting inputs from several authors, and I'd hate to leave them out. It *is* a lovely chapter but I'd like for people to see it in context first, if possible. Please don't delete it, as that would cause you to lose reviews and hits, but if you see your way clear to hit the "hide" I'd be grateful. Thanks so much. *hugs*

Grey Wonderer · 30 May 2005

You write Gimli so well. You should write more tales for him. I loved this one. When he saw Pippin's foot sticking out of the covers and thought of finding Pippin underneath the troll, it gave such a nice look at Gimi's character. He's really very soft-hearted. I also liked the small discussion of Balin and how musical Dwarf names are. I liked the way Pippin wanted to share the stone with Gimli and Merry too.

Author's reply

Thank you, I'm glad you like my Gimli. I always figured there had to be a tender heart inside of him, I enjoy when I get glimpses of it :) Thank you :)

shirebound · 30 May 2005

Oh Pearl, what a treat! This is a real gem (!) of a story. The books only gave us hints about the depths of Gimli's heart and emotions, and it's wonderful to be given a fresh look at his beliefs, loyalties, and generous spirit. (And who can resist a sniffly Pippin?) :D

Author's reply

Yes, we only get little looks into the hearts of the Dwarves. I've always felt they are rough on the outside, but rather tender on the inside. NO ONE can resist a sniffly, sad wee Pippin ;) Thank you so very much :)

PIppinfan1988 · 30 May 2005

I loved how you highlighted the spiritual beginnings of the Dwarfs--and the tale of the rock is brilliant. I'll be Pippin had lots of tales told to him while recovering. Excellent tale, Pearl! Pippinfan

Author's reply

Thank you. Yes, I find how the Dwarves began and how they stay rather mysterious rather fascinating. Thank you so much :)