The Gaffer did love Sam! If he didn't, Sam wouldn't have taken care of him the way he did. Like lots of people I know, Gaffer Gamgee is just not all that great at saying, "I love you". And personally, in this situation, I don't think it need be said. Sam just seems to KNOW that his dad loves him, even if he calls him a ninnyhammer. And my mum calls me a ninnyhammer too (though not in so many words [img]smilies/wink.gif[/img]). It never seemed to be an issue; its one of those things that just WAS, like magic and wizards and that Eru guy.
Although I never heard about the slapping around bit. Did Gaffer Gamgee hit Sam? I'm no expert, so I'll trust those who are [img]smilies/smile.gif[/img]
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