Frodo: Ever-young

9/17/12
Passage from the text:
“‘Here is a friend that you have long missed.’
The dark figure raised its head and uncovered its face.
‘Bilbo!’ cried Frodo with sudden recognition, and he sprang forward.
Pg#:224

Commentary: [Analysis]
Frodo is still very much a kid at heart. I’m pretty sure Bilbo was the only father-figure he ever had in his life. Frodo has missed him much. Like a little kid who sees mom or dad finally come home Frodo jumps up to greet his guardian and friend. Such behavior might not be fitting for one who is to face more Black Riders; but, nonetheless Frodo unashamedly shows his affection for Bilbo in an eager moment’s embrace. Perhaps the welcome is not as childish as I make it to be, though, it cannot be denied that Frodo is very much innocent, unaware of reality.