RenaisasnceGrrl · 16 November 2008 · Chapter 20: Sammy's Ouchie
Awww, sweet. =)
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Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed it. :)
Number Three, Bagshot Row by GamgeeFest
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Larner · 16 November 2008 · Chapter 20: Sammy's Ouchie
Halfred and his injuries! Love the care given and the surprise to find the splinters are out and it DIDN'T hurt! Ah, our dearly beloved Samwise! Love Bell's love for her children.
Author's reply
I'm sure Bell could write a book all about Halfred and his injuries! lol! She's even become something of a healer, and apparently an expert splinter remover. Bell might gripe sometimes, but she does cherish each of her children dearly.
Antane · 16 November 2008 · Chapter 20: Sammy's Ouchie
Oh, that would have been hard - Sam not smiling! Namarie, God bless, Antane :)
Author's reply
Oh, he can smile, just not too much. Actually, that might be harder than not smiling at all. Sammy does love to smile. :)
shirebound · 16 November 2008 · Chapter 20: Sammy's Ouchie
This is so loving and 'real', and utterly adorable.
Author's reply
Thank you Shirebound. Helping to baby-sit my nephew, I got a new appreciation for how fearless little boys can be. Bell's got her hands full alright! :)
Dreamflower · 16 November 2008 · Chapter 20: Sammy's Ouchie
ROTFL! Halfred and Hamson are *SOOO* much help! But at least Bell got her wish for a lass! *grin* I do love wee brave little Sammy!
Author's reply
Typical lads! I'm sure they'll be comparing "battle scars" when they're supposed to be going to bed that night - and giving Sammy more ideas to boot. ;) Poor Bell - she deserved another lass!
Antane · 9 November 2008 · Chapter 19: Marigold's Gift
Sorry it's taken so long to get to this! A sweet tale and a sweet gift. Of course loved seeing Frodo, studying and smiling and telling tales and Sam was the loving big brother as always. Like the taste test. Namarie, God bless, Antane :)
Author's reply
Thank you so much, Antane. Frodo was quite enjoying himself, getting to play "big cousin" to the Gamgee children. And Marigold is lucky to have a big brother like Sam to look after her. I wouldn't have minded participating in that taste test myself! ;)
Althea · 3 November 2008 · Chapter 19: Marigold's Gift
That was so sweet, especially the last line.
Author's reply
Thank you, Althea! It's always great to get your feedback! :)
Larner · 2 November 2008 · Chapter 19: Marigold's Gift
RATS! SoA ate my review! Hamfast is so fortunate with his children, particularly as for him they all embody the love he had for their mother! The gift sounds marvelous, and love the way she decorated it, as well as Sam's white bunny! Love the inclusion of Nibbler as an inhabitant of No. 3, although being tortoiseshell you'll probably find Nibbler's a she, as tortoiseshell, calico, and mist coloring are all sex-linked color patterns, and occur in males only when the chromosones didn't split properly--such cats are genetic oddities and are usually naturally sterile. And I love the idea she crocheted mittens for Samwise. I've crocheted many a sweater and scarf, and lots of Christmas stockings; but I've never tried crocheting mittens as yet. Will have to try some!
Author's reply
Hamfast has a wonderful family and he raised them well despite the loss of their mother. They do all in their own way remind him of Bell, and he cherishes each one, for all he might not show it most times. ;) Male tortoiseshells are rare, but that's very fitting for Nibbler. A rare and special kitten for a very special family. And at least he won't be out there making more kittens! ;) I've never crocheted anything, so you're both ahead of me there! Good luck with the mittens!
harrowcat · 2 November 2008 · Chapter 19: Marigold's Gift
Aw.... lovely all through especially the ending.
Author's reply
Thank you, harrowcat! I'm glad you enjoyed it. :D
Grey Wonderer · 1 November 2008 · Chapter 19: Marigold's Gift
I LOVED it! It was perfect. I loved this line: (Part of behaving themselves was not acting daft towards their host.) And I loved how very shy Marigold was at the beginning and how she became more relaxed and braver as the day went on. Sam was, as ever, the patient, caring, older brother. Even at that young age, it is easy to see how he became such a help to Frodo on the Quest. Thank you for this. I really enjoyed it! I hope you keep writing the Gamgee Family for some time. You do it so very well.
Author's reply
Oh goody! Marigold is so shy, but she does eventually get over it, given time. Sam is the embodiement of patience. If they had dictionaries back in those days, his picture would be next to that word. :D I'm sure there will be more visits to Number Three in the future. They are a fun family to write about. :)
Dreamflower · 1 November 2008 · Chapter 19: Marigold's Gift
Oh, that's so sweet and utterly adorable. I love stories of Sam and Marigold!
Author's reply
Thank you DF! And thanks again for your help on their crafts project. Sam and Marigold are very appreciative. I hope I got all the details right. =)
shirebound · 1 November 2008 · Chapter 19: Marigold's Gift
What a wonderful addition to your tale! I loved every bit of this, and was happy to see Nibbler once again. It's so wonderful how everyone does their best, and the Gaffer (and Bell) truly appreciate the effort and love.
Author's reply
Thank you, shirebound! Nibbler almost got cut as he was requiring quite a bit of attention and dragging out the beginning of the story. But once Sam fed him, he was more than happy to let me go back and trim down his part. :D The Gaffer and Bell created a loving and caring brood, of which they can be very proud.
Antane · 1 July 2008 · Chapter 18: A Father's Work - Marigold
You go, girl!
Author's reply
You know it! *head roll* :D Thanks for reading!
XtremeFrolicker · 1 July 2008 · Chapter 18: A Father's Work - Marigold
*sigh* I'm so glad you're back!!
Author's reply
Thank you! My Muses have finally returned from their long absence. :D
Larner · 30 June 2008 · Chapter 18: A Father's Work - Marigold
Ah, so love this look at Marigold growing up and learning the skills needed to do well in her world! And she got eggs out of the deal as well? Wonderful! Excellent depiction of life in that world.
Author's reply
Marigold will always be on the self-conscience side, but at least she’ll be able to buy her goods for a decent price! Thanks for reading!
Grey Wonderer · 30 June 2008 · Chapter 18: A Father's Work - Marigold
I loved this! I enjoyed the haggling and I liked the way Marigold got more and more sure of herself as she went along. I also liked her confusion as to why it wasn't lying. The Gaffer did a good job of standing back and allowing her to get the feel of it all. I do hope you are planning more of these stories at some point. Loved all of them!
Author's reply
Well, she probably still is confused about the not lying part, but at least she’ll be more sure of herself the next time she goes to market. Gaffer’s a ‘step back and watch’ sort of parent, but he doesn’t let his children flounder about either. He gives them just enough guidance to see them on their way – which is harder to do and get right than he might think. Thanks for reading, GW! I’m sure I’ll be doing more at some point, maybe for next Father’s Day. ;)
Dreamflower · 30 June 2008 · Chapter 18: A Father's Work - Marigold
LOLOL! Oh, I do love this! How wise of the Gaffer to realize that Marigold is going to have to learn this important skill. And I loved the butcher's complicity in her lesson! He really entered into the spirit of things. Not everyone is so obliging. I remember when my son was about eight. He used his birthday money to buy a toy, and it was defective. We went back to K-Mart to get a refund, and I sent him up to customer service to do that for himself. He had his little receipt clutched in his little hand, and went up to get waited on. The clerk at customer service just ignored him, and waited on two adults, before he was finally able to get her attention. Still, he did the transaction on his own, and got his money back. While he went off happily enough to buy another toy, I went over and gave the clerk a polite earful, reminding her that however young he was, a customer was a customer. Still, after that, he never hesitated to take care of things like that himself--and he often found himself making a return! These little stories have been delightful! I do so love your Gaffer!
Author's reply
Old Nolan has seen five other Gamgee children come and learn to haggle in his shop. I think Marigold surprised them all, especially herself, with how good she actually was. And he does enjoy seeing the little ones get their footing. I doubt Gaffer would allow Marigold to learn to haggle with someone who would ignore her completely though! *shakes head at K-Mart clerk* Thanks for reading, dear!
shirebound · 30 June 2008 · Chapter 18: A Father's Work - Marigold
Yay, another wonderful tale! What a marvelous Father's Day series. I should take 'haggling' lessons myself, as I would feel as tentative about it as Goldie!
Author's reply
I would be hopeless at haggling. I can’t always think on my feet that quickly! Thanks for reading, dear!
harrowcat · 30 June 2008 · Chapter 18: A Father's Work - Marigold
Well done Marigold! I wonder where along the historical timeline we Brits lost our natural talent for haggling. I would be totally hopeless at it, with or without the Gaffer's help.
Author's reply
Probably around the time they started putting up standard prices for everything. Though you can still haggle in some places, though I would never think to try it either. Marigold doesn’t have a choice though and so must learn, and she learned quite well! Thanks for reading!
Baggins Babe · 30 June 2008 · Chapter 17: A Father's Work - Sam
This was adorable! How wise of Hamfast to explain fishing and the balance of Nature to Sam in gardening terms.he is a very wise father. I loved Sam's concern for the fish, and Goldie releasing one and then calling it to come back was hilarious. I love your Gamgee family.
Author's reply
Hamfast realized that Sam needed to work things out on his own, and he knew that gardening was something Sam already understood. Gaffer may not realize it, but he’s not pretending to know what he’s doing anymore. Goldie is a sweetie, she just wanted to help the fish out. ;) Thanks for reading!
Althea · 29 June 2008 · Chapter 17: A Father's Work - Sam
Sam has such a sensitive soul. His first fishing experience could have become a disaster but for the Gaffer's patience and understanding. The Gamgee children are adorable. The Gaffer is doing a wonderful job raising them alone. I love these stories.
Author's reply
Sam does have a soft heart for anything living, but thanks to his Gaffer he understands that fishing and hunting aren’t bad things. He will probably always feel a little sad for the things he brings home, but he’ll know that it’s just another necessity of life. Thanks for reading!
Andrea · 29 June 2008 · Chapter 17: A Father's Work - Sam
“Come back fishy!” LOL!!! That's so cute! I loved it how the Gaffer explained the balance of nature to Sam. He's very good at it. But Goldie's too young to understand it yet, it seems :)
Author's reply
I’m sure the Gaffer called upon the lessons he learned from his own father many times while he was raising his children, but he can also adapt those lessons to his own children, as he does here with Sam. Hehe Goldie knows hobbits don’t belong in water, but she also knows that for some odd reason fish seem to like it. ;) She’s got a couple more years before she’s ready to go fishing with her Gaffer. Thanks for reading!
Grey Wonderer · 29 June 2008 · Chapter 17: A Father's Work - Sam
I like the way the Gaffer is amazed by Sam's story-telling and how he recalls the details. I love that you've included his interest in Elves in these stories. Another wonderful story. I love Sam's family more all the time.
Author's reply
Amazed, or slightly scandalized while still privately impressed? ;) But at least Sammy included a proper hobbity happy ending. I think Sam would have been interested in Elves the moment he heard about them; they’re so far removed from anything he’s known or experienced, and the idea of living forever would have especially appealed to him at this early age.
Grey Wonderer · 29 June 2008 · Chapter 16: A Father's Work - Hamson
Poor little Sam worrying that his older brother was gone like him mother way. I did like the way the Gaffer made it easier for Hamson to go. Another wonderful story. You do such a great job with all of the Gamgee family!
Author's reply
This isn’t the first time Hamson’s left home for a visit to Tighfield, but Sam senses that this time is different, and Bell’s death is still quite fresh on his mind. He would mistake this for ‘disappearing’ – but be assured the Gaffer has a plan for that. ;) Gaffer may have wanted to blubber and sob, but that isn’t his way and he knew it would only make the parting harder. He sent his son off with everything he needed to make a new life for himself, along with a memento of his mother, instead – much more practical and proper.
Larner · 29 June 2008 · Chapter 17: A Father's Work - Sam
Ah--these are out beloved Hobbits! Love little Sam learning about fishing and the balance of nature; and Marigold letting the fishie go and then trying to call it back! Heh! Wonderful!
Author's reply
Sam understands that balance when it comes to gardening, it was just an extra step towards applying it to fishing and hunting. Marigold is a dear, wanting to save the fish. Maybe they should have explained *before* why they had taken it from the water in the first place. ;)