A ficlet for Shirebound, for a terribly belated birthday wish

[gentlehobbit]

A little while ago, shirebound posted a YouTube link of a cat purring. It inspired a delightful ficlet from elwenlj, which in turn prompted me to write this. It has been a long time since I've written in LotR, so please forgive my rustiness

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[shirebound]

'Such small things,' said Faramir. 'Yet they are what we protect. Not only the fortunes of the mighty, but the smallest moments unseen and unsung.'

Ohhhh, this is gorgeous! So gentle and quiet and wise. I absolutely love this story, my friend. I know it comes from your heart, and experiences, and I appreciate it greatly. And what a joy to read more hobbitfic from you! I'm honored.

*purrrrrs with contentment*

[gentlehobbit]

I'm so glad you liked it! It felt good writing in LotR once more. Yes, there was a lot of me in there.

*hugs you and purrrs right back at you!*

[lindahoyland]

Just delightful.

[gentlehobbit]

Thank you!

[bigheart03]

Aw, I always wanted to know how Faramir and Frodo fared after the fall of Sauron in Minas Tirith! It's such a lovely story, full with tenderness. Thanks! I almost want a kitten for myself - for healing purposes of course. :)

[gentlehobbit]

I can't count the times when a cat's purr has helped me relax. Watching a cat move, and also a cat washing itself is rather like a meditation.

[elwenlj]

The cat on the wall stretched, head low and tail like a mast far above its raised hindquarters. It then extended a quivering leg stiffly back.

Absolutely perfect image of a cat stretching. I love this ficlet.

[gentlehobbit]

Thank you! I love watching cats stretch. They do it so deliberately, carefully and yet freely.

[primula_baggins]

This was wonderful. Thank you!

[gentlehobbit]

Thank you too! I like your icon. :)