Book deviations and film spoilers

[Black Breathalizer]

It is impossible for me not to read spoilers. I have no will power and can't wait to discover anything new about the Return of the King film. But I will admit that the news that...

Frodo sends Sam away when they reach Shelob's lair

...has me more than a little concerned.

I was cool with the news about Arwen and the flight to the ford, I was okay with the news that Boromir has a moment with the ring, I was fine with the wizard's dual....but this news has given me a queazy feeling in the pit of my stomach.

I need to keep repeating to myself what I've told many of you about those other changes: Don't get worked up about what you've heard until you actually SEE how it is handled. I will follow my advice but I will admit that this is one bit of news that I'm a little worried about. The one thing that helps is that all of the early reviews are extremely positive.