Points of Light by Larner
Fimbrethel · 27 November 2025 · Chapter 1: Faith
Faramir is amazing! The blood of Elros Tar-Minyatur runs true in Aragorn, and the blood of his brother Elrond runs true in Arwen Evenstar, so the people of Gondor should have no complaint of Eldarion's lineage, or his Elvish heritage. I wonder when Faramir realizes Boromir wasn't there in his visions with the king...
Antane · 29 December 2015 · Chapter 4: Trust
That would have broken Aragorn's heart to be late but then he received the consolation of that bright light. Great to see that. :). Happy Yule :) Namarie, God bless, Antane :)
Author's reply
I cannot imagine that knowing so many he honored and loved were leaving on that ship must have torn at his heart, but he would have been relieved to know they were truly on their way to reunion and healing. Thank you so!
Antane · 29 December 2015 · Chapter 3: Love
Sorry to be late again in reading and loving this little piece. Wonderful stuff, Frodo holding the light up and Gandalf's power and its blessed answer. ;) Namarie, God bless, Antane :)
Author's reply
Yes, blessed indeed, Antane. Thank you so much!
Marianel · 26 December 2015 · Chapter 4: Trust
So beautiful chapters, both sweet and bitter. I had tears in my eyes for Frodo with his little lamp and Aragorn when he was late for the ship.But he felt the straight road within him it seems. Well he has a bit of the elves about him from uncle Elros.Merry Christmas and a happy new year to you🎆🎉
Author's reply
With Elrond as his ever-so-great uncle and foster father and Elros as his ancestor he definitely had a strong Elvish strain in his blood, I'm certain. And I had to have Frodo sustained to hold up the Phial of Galadriel as long as he could! Thank you so! Had a nice Christmas and a wonderful new year so far! Hope you knew the same!
Andrea · 26 December 2015 · Chapter 4: Trust
With you by my side I will go forward indeed in trust. And that they will do, I'm quite sure. For they are not alone. They have each other and many friends who are still in Middle Earth and the letters of those who already left.
Author's reply
Yes, they are encompassed with love now from both sides of the Sundering Sea as well as from the Creator. Trust is easier when one knows such love, I find.
Raksha The Demon · 25 December 2015 · Chapter 1: Faith
I begin to sympathize with Denethor for having to parent a kid of Faramir's imagination and persistence. We know how important both qualities will be in his development and maturity; and the young Faramir is well written here. Love the ending!
Author's reply
For Faramir to be so like him but more willing to let his heart lead him must have been both wonderful and frightening. Am so glad you liked the ending--it makes me so happy! Good to hear from you, by the way. Hope you'll add to your stories!
Linda Hoyland · 25 December 2015 · Chapter 4: Trust
This was lovely. M-e is in good hands with Aragorn and Arwen.
Author's reply
Thank you so, Linda. Indeed, Aragorn and Arwen will do their utmost to do well by all they come across.
shirebound · 25 December 2015 · Chapter 4: Trust
Ohhh, what a long, desperate ride that must have been. But he returned with a heart still full of hope, and a vision of what life will be like for them in the Fourth Age of peace and plenty they helped bring about. This is a lovely conclusion to your tale.
Author's reply
Thank you so, Shirebound. I believe that all of the virtues were shown forth by our beloved heroes from LOTR.
UTfrog · 25 December 2015 · Chapter 4: Trust
Thank you. I enjoyed these. Merry Christmas.
Author's reply
You are so welcome, UTfrog. And I hope that the new year proves a particularly bright one for you. Thank YOU!
Linda Hoyland · 23 December 2015 · Chapter 3: Love
This was so very moving, Poor Frodo. I hope Gandalf's prayers are answered.
Author's reply
I am sure that they were. Thanks so, Linda.
Andrea · 23 December 2015 · Chapter 3: Love
So sad and still full of hope! Just beautiful! Thank you very much. And since I don't know if or when another chapter follows: Merry Christmas and a happy New Year to you and your family :-)
Author's reply
Again, thank you so for all your comments. And I hope your Christmas was filled with love and that the New Year is a good one for all!
Lindelea · 22 December 2015 · Chapter 3: Love
Alas, poor Frodo. We can hope for his healing, and that is a comfort, at least. *hugs*
Author's reply
Oh, yes, we can and do hope for just that. And hugs to you and yours. Will see you this week!
Tari · 22 December 2015 · Chapter 3: Love
I can't watch the end of the third movie because it breaks my heart. This would have been a wonderful addition to the end, and would have eased the pain a bit.
Author's reply
I am so glad that it does offer you comfort. Thanks so, Tari!
curiouswombat · 21 December 2015 · Chapter 3: Love
Those form a lovely triptych. The thing I love the most of all is the idea of baby Aragorn being 'Ari'!
Author's reply
I am glad you like them, although there will be a fourth on Christmas Eve. Then there will be a quartet! Thanks so, CW!
PSW · 21 December 2015 · Chapter 2: Hope
Very nice! Hope indeed -- what a proud, hopeful grandmother! :-)
Author's reply
Ah, yes, proud and hopeful indeed! How the prophecies regarding this heir to Isildur must have spread amongst both his people and through the High Elves remaining within Middle Earth!
nancylea57@yahoo.com · 21 December 2015 · Chapter 3: Love
How come you can make me cry in less than a thousand words, and I'm smiling the whole time?
Author's reply
I am so honored, Nancy! Thanks so!
shirebound · 21 December 2015 · Chapter 3: Love
Ohhhh, I'm all teary now. This just radiates love.
Author's reply
I am so glad that it moved you so, Shirebound. Thank you so!
eliza · 21 December 2015 · Chapter 3: Love
Aah Jeez Larner, now I'm crying like a baby over my keyboard. What a wonderful glimpse. I echo Gandalf and pray for love.
Author's reply
I am honored, Eliza, and Frodo so deserves the love he receives. Thanks so!
harrowcat · 21 December 2015 · Chapter 3: Love
Oh, This is just beautiful Larner. It brought tears to my eyes
Author's reply
This one appears to have done that to many. I am so glad it moved you, too, Harrowcat. And my love to all, and hugs to the dog!
Andrea · 20 December 2015 · Chapter 2: Hope
...even for the Hobbits, though such people know not that they need such Hope as you embody What a wise woman and what a peaceful moment! It is only sad, that this time of peace was far too short for Aragorn!
Author's reply
I so agree. In less than three years his father would be dead and the child in hiding! Thanks so!
Tari · 16 December 2015 · Chapter 2: Hope
So beautifully said.
Author's reply
Thank you so, Tari!
Linda Hoyland · 15 December 2015 · Chapter 2: Hope
What a lovely scene. I can just imagine this.
Author's reply
I am so glad you can, Linda. Thanks!
harrowcat · 15 December 2015 · Chapter 2: Hope
You make me think of Elizabeth and Anna and many another wise woman. Lovely Larner.
Author's reply
Thank you so, Harrowcat. And so glad you are able to read this!
UTfrog · 15 December 2015 · Chapter 2: Hope
Lovely
Author's reply
Thank you so, UTfrog!
someone · 15 December 2015 · Chapter 2: Hope
It is really nice to see Iworwen's thoughts, her point of view is quite rare! I do hope that she lived to see Aragorn bring peace, and to see her great-grandchildren.
Author's reply
It's wonderful to have a good reason to imagine her thoughts here, Someone. Thank you so!