My own theory on what Tom Bombadil and Goldberry are

Squint-eyed Southerner said:

Yes, it's in the poem "The Adventures of Tom Bombadil"; she's the "River-woman's daughter", who pulls him into the water. He escapes, but returns and captures her.View attachment 6078View attachment 6079

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Ithilethiel said:

I wasn't being that literal

It's more her spirit that reminds me of Edith. Goldberry was kind and patient especially with the Hobbits. Edith was kind and patient with Tolkien's writings, his creations. If you've ever lived with a writer than you'll know it takes a lot of patience and kindness to make the relationship work.

I know it's a stretch but it's my impression. If I remember correctly, the Professor answered that Tom was meant to signify the English countryside and Goldberry epitomized the seasons. He is primal land she is primal water. But now I'm going too deep. I just enjoy thinking of them as the Tolkien spirit.

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