Right at the end of the FOTR, when Aragorn is saying "We will not abandon Merry and Pippin to torment and death", I love the look that Gimli and Legolas give each other. Very respectful of each other...and a hint of growing friendship. And of course we've seen the TT picture with Gimli sitting behind Legolas on the horse. PJ obviously didn't blow it off...I'm anxious to see what he has done, too!
I know, you're right, I think sometimes I switch to a "cup is half-empty" kind of guy.
Wow, we've nearly caught up with the NZ Builds Hobbit Hole thread!
I think HOTD should have the honor of making the post that officially puts us over the top.
-Kevin
Well, you know PJ made a big deal out of the elf/dwarf argument at Elrond's council. Then, he shows a little warming up between the two, in the Mines when Gimli says "Soon Master Elf, you will experience the hospitality of the dwarves..." or something like that. So, even before the scene at Amon Hen...PJ has set the stage for the duo to become fast friends (as Tolkien refered to them) in the TT.
Oh, I just can't wait!!