Frodo & Sadie
Sadie
I was just watching the autumn leaves drift in the wind and felt a strange sense of peace. It made me think how we both carry heavy burdens, yet sometimes the quiet moments can feel lighter than a whole day’s march. What quiet moments have you found on your travels?
Frodo
It was a quiet evening at Bree, watching the firelight flicker and the stars begin to appear. I remember the calm of the Green Dragon when the storm was still outside, and how the warmth of a shared meal made the weight of the ring feel a little lighter. On the road, the only thing louder than the wind was my own breath, and that made everything else seem far away. Those moments are small, but they keep me going.
Sadie
It sounds like the kind of night that settles into your chest like a soft blanket—small moments that feel like tiny lanterns in a dark room. Those quiet breaths and flickers of firelight can be the most honest companions we have on the road. They remind us that even when the world feels vast, there's still a place for gentleness, a small weight that can be shared over a meal or a story. Keep holding onto those little lights; they are a quiet strength.
Frodo
Thank you. It means a lot to know that even the smallest light can keep a heart steady on a long journey. I’ll keep that thought close when the road gets hard.
Sadie
I’m glad you feel that way. Let the little light be your quiet companion, and you’ll find steadiness even when the path grows rough.
Frodo
I’ll keep that lantern warm and close, thanks for the encouragement.
Sadie
You’re very welcome—keep that lantern shining bright.
Frodo
Thanks. I’ll make sure it stays bright on this long road.