It is plain indeed that in spite of later estrangement Hobbits are relatives of ours: far nearer to us than Elves, or even than Dwarves. Of old they spoke the languages of Men, after their own fashion, and liked and disliked much the same things as Men did. But what exactly our relationship is can no longer be discovered.

Many children make up, or begin to make up, imaginary languages. I have been at it since I could write.

Don't go getting mixed up in the business of your betters, or you'll land in trouble too big for you.

J. R. R. Tolkien Quotes