By Master Erestor

Little elfling, ‘tis time for bed.

The stars, they twinkle overhead.

Little elfling, in his tree,

The leaves, they whisper ‘Reverie’.

Little elfling, shall I tuck you in?

The rocks, they keep you safe within.

Little elfling, in his cave,

The winds, they whisper to be brave.

Little elfling, this kiss doth cast a spell.

The valleys, they keep you hidden well.

Little elfling, in his home,

Rest now until the morning come.

Little elfling, when you wake

The waves, upon the beach shall break

Little elfling, ‘cross the sea

The shores, ‘tis where you’ll always be.

Notes

Each verse was specifically written for certain elflings just before they were born.  Verse three was for Elrohir and Elladan, verse four was for Vilya.