Reviews (14)

periannore · 8 May 2022 · Chapter 1: More Than He Bargained For

Dear Grey Wonderer, You began this marvelously humorous story about Frodo's role in the lives of Merry and Pippin with the young Took. One of my favorite lines depicted Pippin as a rocker toys that pops back up just when its about to touch down. Then on to Merry. I could imagine him trying not to squirm as Frodo relentlessly shot down one after another of his excuses and rationalizations: Why don't I take a small nap in the name of gracious hospitality?", "I Don't recall us discussing this.", "I'm not honestly full of energy.", "It's barely light out.", "I doubt I'll be good for much of anything today.", "I'm one of those guests or have you forgot that?", Next he attempts to deny his trick to put Pippin off wanting to go to the Dragon with him stating he thought Pippin would get bored and go to sleep. Merry goes downhill from there That's Frodo, holding his ground until Merry has no choice but to own up to his unkind lack of consideration for Pippin. It was rich when Merry assumed conceding Frodo's point would be enough for him to be allowed to stumble off to bed with a casual, "Now that's settled." But no, Merry may have believed he understood that setting Pippin up for an exhausted day for no good reason was wrong, but after plowing through Frodo's list of chores the point would have been confirmed and felt, loud and clear in his weary bones, muscles and brain. As implacable as Frodo is carrying out the lesson to Merry it is clear throughout that he loves him dearly up to blotting the gravy from his naughty cousin's face and easing him into bed. This story abounds with that gentle hobbity humor that makes hobbits so endearing. This is the kind of slice of life in the shire Frodo will offer up his life to save. Thank you for giving me a hobbity respite from real life and for all the chuckles. You know these characters well and are so talented! Please write more.

GamgeeFest · 23 July 2009 · Chapter 1: More Than He Bargained For

LOL! I love how Merry stopped being so irritated and annoyed as soon as Frodo took him to the parlor to get a good look at his handiwork. Not that he stopped arguing his cause of course, but he knew he would lose the fight in the end. ;) This was delightful, as always, GW!

Claudia · 6 July 2009 · Chapter 1: More Than He Bargained For

Now that's really cute! :))

Agape4Gondor · 3 July 2009 · Chapter 1: More Than He Bargained For

This was such fun! However, seeing as I had a very busy day today, I found myself yawning during the whole first portion of the tale. I think you could have put a 'yawn' warning up for your readers *g*

Larner · 2 July 2009 · Chapter 1: More Than He Bargained For

Ah, cute! Dear Pippin and his so-literal mind! Heh! Lovely images of Merry falling asleep on his dinner plate! Heh! Nice!

Larner · 2 July 2009 · Chapter 0: Notes from the fog

Hope you are now awake, GW. I find I often do my best writing in the mornings, although I also hate to get up in the morning. Am looking forward to this!

lbilover · 1 July 2009 · Chapter 1: More Than He Bargained For

*giggles* *yawns* *giggles again* Poor Sam is going to wonder why Pippin is staring at the top of his head, lol! This was so dear! Thank you. :)

Andrea · 1 July 2009 · Chapter 1: More Than He Bargained For

“I won’t say anything but I just want to look at the top of his head,” Pippin whispered. LOL!!! It's amazing that he was awake enough to remember that particular word. I'm quite sure that Merry learned his lesson well. Frodo's educational skills are really excellent. And concerning what I said before, I'm quite impressed with him that he managed to stay up that long! On the other hand, he might have had a little nap while Merry was at the market ;-) Last, but not least: Happy Birthday, Dreamflower :)

Andrea · 1 July 2009 · Chapter 0: Notes from the fog

So, you're an owl person? But you're in good company! If it is true what many stories tell here, Frodo was, too. And *he* wrote The Red Book ;-)

poppymuddyfoot · 1 July 2009 · Chapter 1: More Than He Bargained For

Oh, thank you, thank you! I needed a good laugh today. And the images of Merry with gravy in his hair and Sam with a flat head should keep me chuckling for the entire afternoon. I hope you enjoy your day as much as I will now.

Kaylee Arafinwiel · 1 July 2009 · Chapter 1: More Than He Bargained For

*laughs* Oh, GW! This is perfect! I just love Frodo's cleverness and Pip's stubborn insistence that Sam is 'flat-headed', not to mention Merry giving Pip an incentive to stay up all night...one he's got no right to give. I wonder if there's a sequel in the works so we can see what Paladin would have to say if Pip did go to the pub? Very well done! Kaylee!

shirebound · 1 July 2009 · Chapter 1: More Than He Bargained For

“Frodo,” Pippin whispered. “Yes, Pippin?” Frodo asked. “I think Merry’s fallen asleep with his face in his plate,” Pippin frowned. “He’s getting gravy all in his hair, Frodo. Should I wake him?” “No,” Frodo whispered. “Just finish your meal. I’ll get Merry to bed afterward. He’s had a long day.” *snortgiggle* Frodo is such a good mentor to these youngsters! What a delightful gift for our Dreamflower. :)

Dreamflower · 1 July 2009 · Chapter 1: More Than He Bargained For

LOLOLOLOL! Oh Thank you for this lovely birthday gift-- it has all sorts of my favorite things in it, like little Pippin and young Merry and Frodo being all parental and stern but loving. Poor Merry! But I am quite sure that this will teach him not to try and trick Pippin in that way--at least not at Bag End--anymore! And Sam's "flat head"! *cackles* That was just too funny! Thank you SOOO much for my wonderful story! *hugs it close* "MINE! THE PRECIOUS is MINE!*

Dreamflower · 1 July 2009 · Chapter 0: Notes from the fog

Aww...poor dear! I used to sleep-write in my highschool typing class (which was right after lunch). I'd doze off with my fingers on the wrong lih3w 9r i36w qhe 297oe 2485e h95y8ht g66 gibberish... tHaNjs fro teh b8rtyda7 w8syes11 Oh, er...Thanks!