“ Then the prophecies of the old songs have turned out to be true , after a fashion !” said Bilbo . “ Of course !” said Gandalf . “ And why should not they prove true ? Surely you don ’ t disbelieve the prophecies , because you had a hand in bringing them about yourself ? You don ’ t really suppose , do you , that all your adventures and escapes were managed by mere luck , just for your sole benefit ? You are a very fine person , Mr . Baggins , and I am very fond of you ; but you are only quite a little fellow in a wide world after all !” “ Thank goodness !” said Bilbo laughing , and handed him the tobacco-jar .
J . R . R . Tolkien The Hobbit Chapter 19 : “ The Last Stage ”
Thank You
Rod ’ s family would like to thank you all for the many expressions of kindness , care , love and support you have shown them at this time , and for your presence here today .
Refreshments
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