This is an absolutely beautiful story. I loved it from beginning to end, especially Sam being able to enjoy such a happy holiday with his family, and remember past events without pain.

Behind them Bag End stood like a proud grandparent, observing the play with its snow-rimed windows, whilst the smoke from its chimneys, climbing in lazy white wizard-curls to the sky, served as a gentle reminder that a warm refuge from the cold was ready and waiting when the festivities were over.

What a stunning, and very moving description.