Jaime Lingle
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I got behind, and then I gave up on finishing Fellowship. But, I just read this book this past spring, so I feel ok about giving up. It is a fantastic book!
Looking forward to The Yellow Wallpaper!
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I finished Book 1 last night, so I’m right on track, for the time being anyway.
Really enjoying the adventure story. It’s refreshing to see men and friends devoted to one another, genuinely caring for each other, and knowing there are no underlying, hidden, same-sex attractions going on. This book reminds us of the value that comes from real friendship. What a terrific story for our teenagers to read, instead of the garbage promoted in the young adult literature genre. Now how to get this book promoted instead of the other books…
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I am trying to practice my Chinese stoicism (we’re learning about Chinese history), and hold my excitement calmly within myself. These books are going to be so fun!! Thanks for the heads up on the schedule.
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I’m not falling behind because I’m listening to it. I actually prefer to read books, but I read this one in the spring, so I don’t feel the need to re-read it. I have really loved listening to it, and I don’t worry about “missing” anything when someone talks to me while I’m listening, since I read the words just a few months prior.
I’m very grateful for knowing that Tolkien likes to keep some things a mystery. I like to KNOW all the background stuff that goes into characters and names and settings and scenarios. It bugs me that there isn’t any other answer to Bombadil and Goldberry besides the fact that they were meant to be mysterious. I do like the leprechaun possibility!
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So…who or what are Tom Bombadil and Goldberry? They aren’t elves. I can’t figure out who or what they are.
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This story is so fun! I am listening to it, which is a real treat since I am the one who does all the reading aloud at home.
One moment I appreciate is that after Bilbo vanishes during his party, the people spin tales of that particular moment, creating of Bilbo something that reminds me of a leprechaun. It gives me the giggles.
I also love the character of Gandalf. There’s something about an old man, full of concern and wisdom for his little friends, who is willing to undertake tasks that are far too great for anyone, in order that he might save his little friends. Reminds me of Dumbledore from Harry Potter. And I’m sure there are other book characters who have a role like this, but none come to mind at the moment.
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Looking forward to this book! What date and what chapters are due?
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Woo hoo! I had no idea about this story! I’ll have to see if I can find it.
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Who is it that always needs to go to bed at a reasonable hour? I relate to him (Pippin?). And definitely Sam…quick to put up a fight to defend my friend, although at times I look like a fool, or am a bit too quick in my response. 🙂
What about you Jacy?