Starlight and Moonlight
· 13 September 2025
· Chapter 99999: Farewell
Lori,
I just wanted to say that I still think about your story sometimes, though it has been nearly a decade since I last read it. I was in the 8th grade back then when I left my last review (also as Starlight and Moonlight) and know you must be gone now, but I just wanted to say still that you have inspired me so much.
I didn’t know how life could be hard back then, but now I do, andTo See a World remains with me as a light, as an example of hope, that it is possible to both suffer and be strong and remain good stilll.
I just thought I would say something here as I feel prompted to, but thank you for bringing magic into my life and for changing it for the better. I wish so much that somehow you could know what a light you were, but alas, that is not the way of the world. Fly high, dear friend. You are still missed very much. 😌❤️
Much love,
Star
Bakoneko
· 10 December 2020
· Chapter 99999: Farewell
Lori ~
I’m so late getting to these last few chapters, I don’t know if you will ever read this. I can only hope that you are still with us and hope that you may have had a turnaround in your health.
I want you to know that I have loved To See A World for years. Even without an ending, I know I’ll be coming back and rereading this story again and again. Thank you for the gift of your imagination and your skill at storytelling. I’m glad that writing it brought you joy, because reading it has certainly brought me joy.
Blessed be. ❤️
Luisa
· 14 February 2018
· Chapter 99999: Farewell
Dear Lori,
I just found "To see a world" a few days ago on fanfiction.net and it's become my favourite story after only a few chapters. Your writing is incredible and I can't thank you enough for the time I got to spend reading it. Personally, I loved the way you wrote Legolas being blind and trying to adjust to everything. To be completely honest, I'd even prefer it if he never regained his sight as I do think that even blind, he's as strong as ever, if not stronger because of all he had had to endure. Also, Aragorn was amazing in this story. The way he was always there for Legolas and helped him through it all, being as selfless as ever, really made me love him even more than I already do and you've done a marvellous job at portraying their friendship. I will for sure read the story again, And more than just once, and I want to thank you again for this beautiful piece of work.
Reading that you got cancer really shocked me, and as saddened as I am, I still do hope that you find a way to win the fight against this terrible illness. I wish you all the best and hope that you find happiness.
With love,
Luisa
Marisa
· 28 January 2018
· Chapter 99999: Farewell
Dear Lori,
I've been reading your story and I enjoyed the suspense. I am so sorry to learn of your illness. I don't know if you will still be able to check these reviews, but may God bless you and heal you and grant you peace in His forgiveness and love. I pray that you turn to Him in your need.
Starlight and Moonlight
· 18 January 2018
· Chapter 99999: Farewell
Lori,
I just wanted to tell you that I am so sorry that you got cancer. When I first read your note, I cried. I'm not kidding. I cried not because the story wasn't going to be finished, but because it really is a shame that cancer found you.
I want to say that you are a really great writer. Your story is unbelievably fascinating; you are my favorite Lord of the Rings fan fiction author. You're extremely talented, and I am sure that if you put your mind to it, you could have published a novel.
I just wanted to say again that you are very gifted in the art of writing. Lori, I am really, truly sorry that you got cancer. Be at peace, mellon-nin.
Hawaiichick
· 6 April 2017
· Chapter 4: In the Arms of Love
That was such a perfect scene with little Legolas and his loving mother. An interesting contrast between how he felt about his mother and how he felt about his father. And well, a liitle Legolas is truly adorable! Aragon's devotion and brotherly love for Legolas is just so very wonderful to picture as well.
Hawaiichick
· 6 April 2017
· Chapter 3: A Heavy Weight of Hours
Well, this was an emotionaly intense chapter....and how wonderful it is! :) Amazing effort and heartbreaking despair by Aragorn. I love their deep brotherly bond.
Hawaiichick
· 5 April 2017
· Chapter 2: When the Night Shadows Fall
Oh, all the wonderful feels! Legolas' pain and Aragorn's fear and despair was just heartbreaking. And I loved that flashback. The banter and brotherly love between the two is written with such talent. I loved the comparison that, despite being centuries older than Aragorn, Legolas still has a lightness that normally only the young have. You described it perfectly. What a beautiful way with words you have.
Hawaiichick
· 5 April 2017
· Chapter 1: Forms of Fear
Oh wow! What an amazing start. I love how you've shown Aragon and Legolas' friendship. How their friendship is effortless and natural even though they are from two different species. Your Legolas sonetimes has this ethereal otherworldly gentleness and distinction, it's pure perfection. I am so excited to read more of this story.
Molly
· 27 March 2017
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I have followed this story since it began and it has always been--will always be--one of my favorites. My heart is heavy that someone who has brought me so much enjoyment and has such talent should be facing such a diagnosis. I am profoundly sad--and profoundly touched that facing what you are, you thought to give us one last update. Thank you for the many, many hours of reading this beautiful story. I wish you peace.
Bev
· 27 March 2017
· Chapter 99999: Farewell
Dear Lori, I have no words, the sadness is overwhelming. TSAW is gold. Farewell
Shearwater
· 25 March 2017
· Chapter 99999: Farewell
Dear Nightwing (Lori),
I just left a long review in FF. net for your story. When I checked the reviews I saw a recent one saying the reviewer had seen your farewell here on Stories of Arda. I came straight here to read it myself. It is with no small amount of sadness that I write this, because my heart breaks that the world is losing another great artist. And you are truly great, Lori. I have been reading my whole life, fanfiction for the last several years. TSAW is one of the best stories I have ever read, fanfiction or otherwise. You have a gift. Stories make us human. They remind us who we are and were, where we come from, where we might be going, why we love and live and keep on living. They also give us the ability to become someone else, to transcend our own petty realities and play pretend again. The great artists are the alchemists, they become immortal, their work weathers centuries, and gives us back a piece of our youth. I cannot presume to understand what you are going through right now. But I want you to know this: I will not forget this story, and I will not forget its author, who shared with the world, with strangers and readers she would never know, a work of art that made me feel. This story brought me joy and pain, excitement and fear and anger and love. It was a wild and wonderful ride, I feel grateful to have read it, and I know I am not alone. And I am grateful to you. Thank you, Nightwing, Lori, for sharing with the world this piece of art. Thank you for continuing the story of the characters we love so much. Thank you for adding your voice to a rich forest of creativity, for planting a tree unlike any other, one I have been gifted to, like Legolas, climb into and find refuge. May we stay here long, and one day sing together.
I wish you well in your next journey. Good luck. May your stars be bright.
Thank you.
Shearwater
Maryland, USA
Legolass
· 25 March 2017
· Chapter 99999: Farewell
Dear Nightwing,
I never had the privilege of knowing you personally, but I did have the privilege of reading your story. It will remain very dear to me for a few reasons: first, it was one of the first few fanfiction stories of any kind that I'd ever read; second, it demonstrates writing and plot of the highest quality; and last but not least, it captures the friendship of Aragorn and Legolas so beautifully that it inspired my own story (For the Love of the Lord of the White Tree). Your name shall remain cited in my humble tale.
In the face of your illness, what you wrote may seem less important, but I hope you see it as a legacy to everyone who had the pleasure of taking the journey with you. It has entertained and inspired. As you go through the next part of your life, I hope you find the kind of love and support you wrote so articulately about, from the people around you.
Gandalf said: "All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.” I know you will spend it with wisdom and fortitude (I remember how you took care of your daughter), and I wish for you much peace and serenity in the days to come.
With the greatest respect,
Legolass
Ryanwe
· 21 March 2017
· Chapter 99999: Farewell
Dear Lori, I'm deeply saddened by this news and I want to wish you to live fully the days that remain to you and to find peace at the end of the road. This was the first LOTR fanfiction I ever read and I loved it. It was one of my comfort reads, the one I turned to when I needed support. Thank you from the deep of my heart for this wonderful tale.
Jay of Lasgalen
· 5 March 2017
· Chapter 99999: Farewell
I'm so sorry to hear this. I have enjoyed the story very much, and always knew things would come right in the end! Wishing you all the best.
Jay
Spiced Wine
· 2 March 2017
· Chapter 99999: Farewell
Dear Nightwing,
All my deepest love and blessings go out to you. I hold you in my heart and thoughts and always will, not only because of your wonderful story, which was one of the first I found when entering fanfic, but because when I ever interacted with you, you have been such a lovely person. It is my deep belief we will one day meet 'in person' as it were. Sending you peace, my dear.
Love Siân
GraveKim
· 27 February 2017
· Chapter 99999: Farewell
Nightwing,
I've been following your writing over the years and have loved this story. Know that you have a real talent and we are all blessed by the fact you've shared it with us.
None of us know how many days are left to us. May yours be filled with sunshine, warm breezes and clear starlight. I wish you strength and peace for your journey.
Blessed be.
Kim x
Naledi
· 23 February 2017
· Chapter 99999: Farewell
I don't know what to say apart from thank you for sharing this wonderful story, which has become one of my 'comfort reads', and has captured the imaginations of so many people. Wishing you comfort and peace in return.
Marianel
· 22 February 2017
· Chapter 99999: Farewell
Im so truly sorry to hear about your illness.I still hope you can enjoy the time you have as
much as you are able.I dont know what else to say because words are not enough.I enjoyed your story from the bottom of my heart. Im sure one day you will join the elves in Valinor.All my love to you and your family./ Marianel
ainisarie
· 20 February 2017
· Chapter 99999: Farewell
I am sorry to hear this sad news. I wish you peace and strength, and that you find joy at the end of the road.
eliza
· 20 February 2017
· Chapter 99999: Farewell
My Dear Lori,
It is with great sadness that I write this. I know anything I, a stranger may write will seem hollow but please believe that your story has brought me many hours of enjoyment. I love your writing and TSAW will forever be a favorite.
Be Blessed Mellon, prayers and love go out to you and your family
Eliza
Noor
· 20 February 2017
· Chapter 99999: Farewell
Dear Nightwing/Lori,
I was very saddened to hear your news. You have had a very difficult time obviously and I cannot imagine how you have managed to write despite everything. Thank you for this tale - the relationship between Aragorn and Legolas was beautifully detailed. It has given me great pleasure to have followed this tale over the years.
I had wondered at times at the time intervals between updates but it all makes sense now. I am so sorry.
I wish you peace and no pain and blessings. With all my love. Noor
eldawisdom
· 20 February 2017
· Chapter 99999: Farewell
Lori,
I'm so sorry to hear about your situation. You fought a hard fight. Just know that you made a wonderful impact on us all and you won't be forgotten. Your writing is just great and I will miss it greatly. I have downloaded the story to a doc file for my own personal use that way I can read it and re-read it. Many blessings to you and your family.
Eldawisdom (Teri)
Jenniem
· 20 February 2017
· Chapter 99999: Farewell
Nightwing,
I am so deeply sorry to read your sad news.
Thank you for the pleasure you have given me with your writing, and please do not give up hope just yet.
I shall think of you, and hope for better news, for miracles can and do happen.
Celeth
· 19 February 2017
· Chapter 99999: Farewell
Dear Lori,
I have tears in my eyes as I write this, but I do not know what to say. I am so sorry about the cancer, and that it is incurable.
First of all, I must tell you that I really enjoyed TSAW, and I especially loved the way you wrote and characterized Legolas and Aragorn in your stories: still young and adventurous, with just a bit of innocence and "recklessness" that they had already lost by the time we meet them "again" in LOTR. And I loved Tarnan and his relationship with our heroes. I was so looking forward to the rescue, and it saddens me that the tale will no longer be finished.
But more than that, I hope that you continue enjoying what you can. Middle Earth is indeed a great place to play and have fun. But the world is a great place too. Looking at the flowers, breathing in the fresh air. The sea, the sky...friends, family. Taking them all in is a blessing. And we appreciate them, just when we realize that we won't always have them. I know, because I have an incurable condition too. And though I might have much longer than you, it will not be any easier.
“I wish it need not have happened in my time," said Frodo. "So do I," said Gandalf, "and so do all who live to see such times. But that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.”
I hope you decide to breathe and enjoy life with the time that is given to you.
Take care always!