Tag Archives: J.R.R. Tolkien

Why I like Columbo

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Kerry

In memoriam: Peter Falk (September 16, 1927 – June 23, 2011) In recent months, I’ve watched a fair number of Columbo episodes, starring Peter Falk, available on DVD and through Netflix. I well remember enjoying them when they first aired, … Continue reading →

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Storytelling and The Lord of the Rings

Posted on June 25, 2011 by Kerry

Songs are the very soul of The Lord of the Rings. Traveling often recalls my mind to that masterwork of the journey, J.R.R. Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings. On a recent trip, therefore, I listened to the excellent BBC dramatization … Continue reading →

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Thesis pearls

Posted on March 14, 2011 by Kerry

“Pearls” are attained at great price. Frodo once answered Gildor: “It is said, ‘Go not to the Elves for counsel, for they will say both no and yes.’” “Is it indeed?” laughed Gildor. “Elves seldom give unguarded advice, for advice … Continue reading →

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The Joy of Christmas

Posted on November 28, 2010 by Kerry

Index of Christmas holiday posts Just as music gives shape to a few moments of the day, so seasonal celebrations give shape to the years of our lives. With this in mind, therefore, when Candace and I were first married, … Continue reading →

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Rivendell, 1 year

Posted on August 9, 2010 by Kerry

When I first read The Lord of the Rings I dreamed not of visiting Rivendell, but of living there. One year ago today, August 9, 2009, we moved into a new home that is my Rivendell. I’m like Bilbo, a … Continue reading →

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Life metaphors: Journey

Posted on June 23, 2010 by Kerry

The most profound metaphors for life are the journey, music, and dance. In recent weeks I’ve been blessed to experience the richness of each of these through a graduation, the discovery of a new song, and a dance recital. Here … Continue reading →

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Listening long

Posted on May 28, 2010 by Kerry

“A room without books is like a body without a soul.” Cicero Relationships between persons depend upon the art of listening. Listening to music, poetry, and even works of art is deeply personal. The same is true for books. The … Continue reading →

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