This was a really creative and funny story about Boromir! The extended version of LotR movies gave a small glimpse of Boromir as a loving brother and leader, what made him so beloved to Gondor and Faramir and what made him so worthy of greatness. It was a fantastic point that he is an older brother - and the experiences would help him with the Fellowship. And I loved the clever lesson he taught them - laughed really hard at the kabob! You captured the interactions between the members of the group incredibly well. I think that the fact Boromir was a smart, good, respected, and loved leader is often forgotten, and your story reminds me that there was more to him than having been lured by the ring. It makes his fall a greater sorrow, and his redemption a relief that his true nature overcame the madness caused by the ring. This was a wonderful and entertaining short story. Thanks for sharing!

The version I grew up with was 'Nail Soup', which featured a tramp instead of a beggar and a miserly old lady with a well-stocked pantry instead of a village, but it had basically the same message. Very nice spin on a classic tale!

That was a really good story!

I first believed that it was just another Boromir-is-the-bad-guy-story, but I'm glad I finished reading it!

You really had me frowning at Boromirs behaviour and laughing at poor Frodo and his kobab.

I was amazed because of the tale you use; I remember being told a similar story in kindergarden or elemantary school. Caused some childhood-flashbacks

It's great how you make the charakters act... well, human, though only two of them are. They seem convincing.

Best was when Boromir was honestly concerned about Legolas having eaten a bad berry!

Awesome writing,

Coco

This story was well written...but I'm not sure I understand. The text says that Legolas got sick, but then Merry says "He just pretended to get sick! He did it to get our attention!" So, was Legolas wanting attention, or was it supposed to be Boromir who was getting sick? I'm a little confused.

Maybe because it's late, but I'm having a hard time understanding how the moral of the fable ties in with the story. Could you explain it to me in simpler words?

Delightful! What a joy to read something that doesn't make me weep for the fandom! Well done!

Funny and beautfiully done. Great job!

This story is made of Boromir yumminess, LOL! I just adored this. It was just light-hearted enough. Thanks so much!

What a sweet little story! Boromir acts quite unexpectedly, I was really wondering if he hadn't gone bonkers or something. Very good. Thank you for posting.

I saw in the group you were short of reviews and decided to make this a priority to read.I liked your use of the fable very much and it gave the story an unexpected twist as you had me believing Boromir was ill or something.

I don't think the Fellowship have any "cram" from what is implied in the book, as it seems to be something you only find in Dale.

"Cram,' he said under his breath, as he broke off a crisp corner and nibbled at it. His expression quickly changed, and he ate all the rest of the cake with relish.

No more, no more!' cried the Elves laughing. You have eaten enough already for a long day's march.'

I thought it was only a kind of cram, such as the Dale-men make for journeys in the wild,' said the Dwarf."

An enjoyable story, which I'm glad I found the time to read. I can imagine Faramir telling his brother the story !

I really enjoyed this story could u do more fireside chats?

Wonderful! :-) Cute and well written. I love all the extra little details that make the characters seem more real.

That was a very good story! And well thought out! It has a good ending, amd morale...which I always like. :)

My favorite moment, of course..I when they all realized Boromir had tricked them.

(Aragorn's voice was soft, but his eyes held Merry's,"And it is to our shame that he needed to resort to trickery. You see that, do you not?")

One of my favorite lines. Great story! Keep it up.

This was so good! I loved it!

Nela