Thank you Saucepan Man.
It is interesting to note that Saruman volunteered to become embroiled in ME's troubles and Gandalf went reluctantly. It does seem characteristic of Gandalf to give way to Saruman's leadership in the council as well. He doesn't seem to enjoy the limelight much, and it served him very well to be that way.
I enjoyed your "Final Word"! Very good use of expressive pictures!
