After fending off trolls, discovering a ring in which made him invisible, escaping goblins, and also experiencing many other life-threatening and incredible events, Bilbo says he is pleased to be "only quite a little fellow in a wide world after all." He wishes to stay comfortably in his safe hobbit hole on The Hill. I can not say that I blame Mr. Baggins. Being a hobbit, it must have been very difficult going days without food! After reading about his adventures and hardships, it is quite understandable why he prefers the comfort of his home.
Personally, I wouldn't be happy to be "only quite a little fellow in a wide world after all." Repeating the same routine every single day would grow old. Sure, I enjoy having a warm meal when I'm hungry and a cozy sleeping place when I'm tired. Who doesn't? Overall, however, I'd much prefer the excitement of an adventure. If along the way I struggle with a few hardships, so be it. It would make going home all the more worth it.
Thoughtful posts from the great minds in Mrs. Dupuy's English I Honors classes.
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