Ficlet: The Right Thing to Do

Nov 10, 2016 20:48

Title: The Right Thing to Do
Character: Sam Gamgee
Words: 703
Rating: G
A/N: Inspired by Shirebound's beautiful story Giving Thanks. You advised me to write this on the plane home, and I did. :-)

The Right Thing to Do )

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lavendertook November 11 2016, 03:25:28 UTC
A great title and perfect little companion piece to SB's story. I love the halo and a few grains on his brown curls to speed his healing.

It fit his hand perfectly, and as he ran his thumb lightly across the lid and the silver 'G' rune inscribed on it, the wood seemed to warm at the touch: alive as anything the Elves touched was alive, imbued with their reverence and joy in their craft.

I love that line. Beautiful tale.

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lbilover November 11 2016, 16:18:03 UTC
Aww, thank you so much, Carole. I loved the image of Sam that Janet painted and found it very inspiring!

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periantari November 11 2016, 04:16:30 UTC
What a beautiful story and something sorely needed during these times.
Thanks.

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lbilover November 11 2016, 16:18:27 UTC
Thanks, Peri. I think we have to cling to our hobbits very tightly now... *hugs*

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aliensouldream November 11 2016, 04:59:11 UTC
Beautiful and so interesting to see this scene from another pov. Thank the lady! xxx

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lbilover November 11 2016, 16:19:17 UTC
Thanks, ASD. Janet's story definitely called out for a companion piece from Sam's POV. I found it very inspiring.

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dodger_sister November 12 2016, 05:04:00 UTC
Perfectly fitting companion to shirebound's piece. The addition of Galadriel's presence was brilliant and the thought of the soil going where it knew it was needed, in all directions, is enough to bring a smile to my face. I can just imagine what Samwise's delighted reaction to the outcome will be come spring!

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lbilover November 12 2016, 15:20:10 UTC
Thank you very much for the lovely comment! I'm so glad you think it's a fitting companion to Janet's beautiful story. I've always loved to imagine the expression on Sam's face as he went from place to place and saw how fast his trees were growing!!

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layne67 November 14 2016, 07:15:46 UTC
This is a lovely companion piece to Janet's Giving Thanks

As Sam tucked the little grey wood box against his breast once more, he felt no sense of loss, for to him the box was still full: with his hopes, dreams and aspirations, and most of all with his abiding love for his dear land.

My favourite part. This.

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lbilover November 14 2016, 15:07:02 UTC
Aww, thanks, Layne. Janet's beautiful story was so inspiring. I'm glad you liked that particular part. <3

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