Lindelea · 31 January 2025 · Chapter 1: fish catching and other happenings
Young Estel is a whirlwind! Considering the relative rarity of children in Elven life, or so I've heard, the Elves must treasure him and enjoy watching him grow and learn. Elrond is very good with the child. I also find myself wondering, in his interactions with Estel over the years, if he sometimes sees the ghost of his long-dead brother in Estel's face or gestures. Alas, poor Gilraen. I love hearing Gandalf's thoughts about the present day and the hoped-for future. Lovely story!
Author's reply
Lindelea! Estel is indeed the light of life to the Elves of Imladris. I think there were children in Imladris at one time but as this is their winter of time and are about to leave for the undying lands after what will be the Ring War that no children have been born for a very long time. So Estel brings life! And so much life! Elrond does love Estel as his own son. This is more developed in "The Heir Apparent"...yes I am always trying to get you to read my stories! LOL! Because you have "nothing else" to occupy your time! LOL I have always been fascinated by Gilraen, "I gave hope to the world; I kept no hope for myself" It is amazing how Tolkien can with one sentence can capture interest in a character. You with Beregrond and "Ah an old campaigner, I see." And me with Gilraen. She gave so much and had so much taken. As did Elrond. **Another shameless plug ALERT**! I touch upon the bond they have in "A Heart Seeks Solace." All enough of the self promotion! Have a wonderful day! (((hugs))) MM