Dear Gandalf ...

Dear Gandalf,

I'm not sure we can hold out against Angmar much longer. I've heard Gondor has been having trouble but they don't seem to be doing too badly. Do you think we could call on them for help? BTW -- We're still looking for a fair maiden. Sadly, they all seem to be spoken for when we introduce them to Old Bombadil. Araphant.

Dear Araphant,

Don't worry about Bombadil. He's the patient sort and will know just when he meets the right girl. As for your relations with Gondor, well, seems to me you could make it a little less one-sided. I hear they have a rather strong-willed lass who has refused every suitor. Pack up young Arvedui and send him down there to sue for her hand in marriage. Gandalf.

Dear Gandalf,

Just wanted to drop you a line to say, "Thank you!" Firiel is the best thing that ever happened to me, and I'm not saying that just because her dad has a couple of really large armies. I can foresee great things for Arnor. Arvedui, future king of Arnor and Gondor.

Dear Arvedui,

Glad to hear the marriage is working out fine. But leave the foresight to Malbeth and the Elves, if you will. They've been at this a little longer than you and have a better feel for it. Gandalf.

Dear Gandalf,

This is to inform you that Arnor will no longer require your services. Nothing personal, old chap, but we've been run out of town and have no immediate prospects for returning. Thanks for centuries of good advice, and best wishes in all your future endeavors. Win one for the Dunedain! Arvedui.

P.S. I think I now understand what you were trying to say. Must go. Have to see a man about a horse.

Dear Arvedui,

As you can expect, your letter came late due to the fortunes of war. I wish you hadn't sent it by way of Bree! Checked out Fornost Erain but didn't find anyone save a few thousand Orcs and Trolls. Will try to see if you're in Lindon. Whatever you do, don't head north. I hear there's a frightful winter in store. Gandalf.

Dear Gandalf,

Word has it you're no longer working in Eriador. I was wondering if you could stop

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