Petal by Armariel
Larner · 15 July 2011 · Chapter 13: Fragrance
She does not wish to lose Frodo's regard, obviously. Poor lad. (Although Frodo's parents died a few years before Merry was born.)
Author's reply
Ouch........usually I look up these things, but this time I was relying on memory....oh well.
Larner · 15 July 2011 · Chapter 12: Discovery
So, her fingers circled like that form a living fairy stone that serves her Took as a magnifying glass/microscope, eh? Interesting indeed!
Author's reply
She knows there's more to wooing this Took than just looking beautiful and dancing in the moonlight...not that those activities hurt her cause or anything! But being his key to unlocking the mysteries of the natural world he longs to discover is definitely the first step in the pathway to his heart....
Larner · 15 July 2011 · Chapter 11: Harm
An excellent question; although from her point of view she did her duty--no harm befell Frodo physically, at least.
Larner · 15 July 2011 · Chapter 10: A Fairy's Burden
Oh, dear--caught in mid-grumble, is he? Heh! And it gets worse--from a fairy point of view, that is?
Author's reply
Most definitely. Butternut is a young 'un still...and as the song goes, he ain't seen nuthin' yet! lol
Larner · 15 July 2011 · Chapter 9: Jealousy
Now, this has me giggling! Yes, he'd best explain that point to Petal--although she's likely to fetch him a wallop to the side of his head for it!
Author's reply
He'd have it coming to him, but I think she'd be more likely to just laugh at him. I did post a picture I found on LJ that looked like my idea of him...and I have to admit, he IS rather alluring, at that....;) Don't you hate it when you end up liking the villain better than the hero...lol
Antane · 13 July 2011 · Chapter 11: Harm
Ah, the poor lad! I hope she will come to him and tell him all will be alright or some sort of sign. Indeed a heavy, heavy loss. Namarie, God bless, Antane :)
Author's reply
Stay tuned:) Yes, quite a loss...and as his guardian angel she has her work cut out for her. Thanks for commenting! ~~~~~{~@
Larner · 12 July 2011 · Chapter 8: Gratitude
Quite a difference between the mortals and the fairy-folk, the use of thanks. And I love the idea of her suggesting painting a streak of gold in this unnamed Hobbit's hair, for some reason.
Author's reply
I came across that tidbit while researching fairy lore yesterday, and it inspired me. And perhaps painting the gold streak will help Butternut overcome his pique in a more creative and constructive way than tying elf-locks! Thanks so much for your input, Larner! ~~~~~{~@
Larner · 12 July 2011 · Chapter 7: Legendary
And how true THAT proved! And she will grow hair upon her feet if it pleases him and he wishes it? She must be very smitten with him indeed!
Author's reply
Somehow I think he will not wish it. I dare say she'll feel obligated to suppress certain of her Fairy characteristics, in order to fit in with his people, but I'm thinking he'll like her feet as they are. What his mother thinks, on the other hand, might be a whole 'nother matter...............
Larner · 12 July 2011 · Chapter 6: Wondering
What a perfect means of describing herself in relation to him, and their relationship with one another! And the wondering Took would capture her attention--and heart.
Author's reply
I'm thinking the Tooks are a sort of "chosen people"...and Petal is the one who will instill that specialness that will eventually give rise to a Bilbo, a Frodo, a Merry and a Pippin, the incipient saviors of Middle Earth. That specialness which will prove an inspiration to Sam and others, as well. I'm thinking that, as Vervain points out, most hobbits were pretty much dull before Petal came along, and she was responsible for making them what they would eventually become--lengendary.
Larner · 12 July 2011 · Chapter 5: Morning Dew
And this was how she took a Took as her own love? And with a rose?
Author's reply
Well, roses are traditionally a symbol of love:) And so adorning herself thusly would be a logical step in the direction of capturing the heart of said Took...but only a step. There's more to it, to be sure;) ~~~~~{~@
Larner · 12 July 2011 · Chapter 4: Tattoo
What a thought, to consider these images of the flowers she loves tattoos, and this one that reflects the blue of this special child's eyes a "mortal tattoo"! Delightful!
Author's reply
I'm guessing she thinks of Frodo as one destined for great things, a sort of spiritual son perhaps. Wearing flowers the color of his eyes is a special way of celebrating that connection. So glad it works for you! ~~~~~{~@
Larner · 12 July 2011 · Chapter 3: Secret
I rejoice she sought to protect her own, and particularly saw Frodo as one of her charges. Is she related, do you think, to Anemone?
Author's reply
In the Armariel-verse, both fairies and waterfolk are a sort of Maiar, but they have different creators. Ulmo, of course, made the water people, including Goldberry, Nimrodel, and yes, Anemone. But fairies were made by Irmo, of whom Tolkien tells us his gardens were "filled with many spirits." Those spirits being what we would term Fairies. So Petal and Anemone are similar, yet different. I'm thinking fairies are less attracted to mortals than are seafolk, which are greatly drawn to them in folklore, at least, usually to their detriment. Petal is a notable exception. I'm thinking she might be a sort of Eternal Feminine...yes, I guess I'm a bit hung up on the idea, but what the heck. We'll just see where it goes! Thanks much for commenting Larner! ~~~~~{~@
Larner · 12 July 2011 · Chapter 2: Omen
Oh, how wonderful to think that Frodo did indeed see a fairy dance--an ancestor to himself, Merry, and Pippin all three! Lovely! I'd forgotten that detail, but am glad you fleshed it out here.
Author's reply
Maybe it was in "Bear Me Away," come to think of it--I don't remember exactly, but he does definitely mention a fairy dancing on his lawn. I wasn't sure who she was then, myself. But now we know!:D
Larner · 12 July 2011 · Chapter 1: Fairy Lady
She does sound very beautiful, and the perfect one to capture the attention of a Took....
Author's reply
Greetings Larner and thanks! Glad you've decided to check this one out. I've had Petal in my head for nearly a year now; I originally conceived of her as a changeling, but scrapped that idea, deciding it wouldn't work. Then thought to write the story of her life with the Took. (It's been done before, I'm sure) And now you see what's come of it! Wasn't sure I could make a drabble-series about an OC work either, but decided to take a crack at it anyway. It was something different, at least! Writing 100-word vignettes takes some doing, but it's fun and challenging, and I thank you for inspiring me to do so;) ~~~~~{~@
Antane · 10 July 2011 · Chapter 2: Omen
Cute! Love little Frodo and his excitement. :) Namarie, God bless, Antane :)
Author's reply
You might like to see pictures of him on my page... http://delroz.bravepages.com/elves/petal.html Thanks for commenting!:):):) ~~~~~~{~@