Ooh la la, Lúthien...

[the mortal elf]

Remember Maglor?

*shudders* actually, I'd rather not. [img]smilies/smile.gif[/img]

Anyway, I was just reading through these continually excellent points of view when a quote came to mind. I perceive it as having relevance, but I'm having trouble putting it into words. Infer all you like. [img]smilies/smile.gif[/img]

Elrond:

...On him alone is any charge laid.....The others go with himas free companions to help him on his way. You may tarry, or come back, or turn aside into other paths, as the chance allows. The further you go, the less easy it will be to withdraw; yet no oath or bond is laid on you to go further than you will....

(other conversations)

Gimli:

Yet strong word may strengthen quaking heart.

I'm trying to put my connections into words, but it probably won't make much sense. We were talking about how as long as you're devoted to the person, marriage is just an official ceremony, possibly to help you in times of trouble because "strong word may strengthen quaking heart." I related marriage to the fellowship, which might not be proper or relevant, but you can draw your own conclusions.