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Letter to the Rangers of the Northern Lands - March 2025

My Dearest Friends,
I hope this letter finds you well. It is the Fangorn Owl reaching out for your aid. Weeks ago, the Rohan Wildcat departed to tend to their family east of the Misty Mountains. In their absence, I have kept a watchful eye on our land, yet I have noticed deceitful movement in the shadows along our northwest border. I fear a pack of wargs is prowling near, watching closely on our lands as the winter snow thaws into spring. When I first sowed Athelas, I knew it could draw unwanted attention, but I could not have imagined that word would spread so swiftly. I suspect that Orcs seek to destroy the harvest before it can serve any purpose. Once again, I find myself to call upon the Rangers of the Northern Lands. Please ride with hurry, for I cannot hold them off for long. Be wary on your journey, I have armed traps along our border to ward off unwanted visitors.

There is something else. I implore you to arrange aid for the Rohan Wildcat. Their return journey is long and arduous, and the orcs may already be watching. Please send word to the Rangers of the Eastern Lands for my pigeons do not dare to venture east of the Redhorn pass. Their help is vital to ensure a safe return home.

Make haste,
The Fangorn Owl
P.S. You will all find a warm home, a safe roof, and hearty meals awaiting you here.

Poem to an Elf Queen - March 2025

Beauty above all,
Pearly skin,
White waterfall,
A heart for every kin.

Gentle as flowers,
Rooted in ancient powers,
Silver-green cloth,
Soft voice, never wroth.

Gentle as star streams,
Keeper of forgotten dreams,
Soothes the air,
Peace follows her everywhere.

Letter to the king of Rivendell - Feb 2025

May it please Your Majesty,
It is with great pleasure that I confirm the successful sowing of the Athelas seeds so graciously provided to our homestead last fall. The winter’s frost shall strengthen their sprouts and fortify their roots, ensuring an abundant harvest of both leaf and bloom. Within four moons, I shall personally deliver half of the harvest to Your Majesty’s court. I will be accompanied by the Rohan Wildcat, who eagerly awaits the honor of an audience with Your Majesty and Your Queen, and longs to behold the splendor of Your Elven realm. With Your Majesty’s permission, we would humbly request to spend four nights within the walls of Rivendell, and to seek knowledge of additional medicinal herbs and fruits to cultivate upon our land.

May wisdom and light ever grace the people of Rivendell.

With great respect and honor,
The Fangorn Owl

Heartfire Brew - Feb 2025

To restore lost spirits through the cold season. It is said that a single sip grants anyone the strength to walk a thousand paces in the coldest storm. Warms the hearts of those far from home, and lights the paths and souls of all folks.

Simmer milk, cloves and dried apple together for at least 10 minutes on low heat. Add red bush tea and simmer an additional 5 minutes. Add honey, sip hot in front of fire.

Letter to the Rohan Wildcat - Feb 2025

Dear Wildcat,
Winter is here, it snows every day now, the lake is frozen, birds are gone. Outside it reminds me of our time on the eastern mountains years ago, we climbed high for three days straight, legs deep in the snow, waterskins frozen, windchill through our bones. We found that small inn on the pass, there was only us and a bobcat. We had a feast, remember? Today is cold here, the fire is roaring, I will keep our home warm awaiting your return.
Our sheep are safe indoors, I lit a small fire in the stable so the donkey stays warm. A fox stole one of our hens, I heard it four nights ago, sadly I did not arrive in time. Perhpas the foxes cubs needed it to get through the cold, but I will make a stronger fence around us. The cats are all fine, happy, fed, they always sit in a circle around the fire.

I miss you like our flowers miss the spring's sun.

Love,
The Farngorn Owl

Mountain Retreat - Feb 2025

Deep in the forest
Autumn comes fast
Summer gave rest
All leaves are cast

Flee the valley
Follow an unheard call
Through the narrow alley
Climb the sheer wall

Hard is the path to the peak
The cliffs rise steep
Wander slow like an icy creek
The end runs deep

Above the cloud
Eagles dominate
Frost chills the brow
White fauna captivate

Gently on the frozen ground
Stand on the icy mound
Silence
Calm
White peace at last

Owl's First Flight - Jan 2025

Soar high
Glance blue vast skies
Slide low
Uncover green wonders below

Haven free
Shield in yon tree
None shall snare you

Farther than ever before
Beyond every distant shore
None shall sway you

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