I have been reading Tolkien this week, and came across the most incredible quote... When the burden of the ring he was called to bear was too much for him and he couldn't go any further on the journey on his own strength, the one who was sent to walk with Frodo, his good friend Sam said. "C'mon Mr. Frodo... I can't carry it for you... but I can carry you! C'mon!" Sam then picks up Frodo and starts to carry him up the mountain. I LOVE THAT! What a vivid picture of hope!