#saplingnote Bronwyn is aware of how selfconscious Baur is about his resemblance to her as opposed to the other saplings. That he craves time with Arondir like he needs to reassure himself he belongs with them. But neither can deny their shared love of swimming. It is their 1-on-1 time go-to.
October 25, 2026 at 7:04 PM
#saplingnote Bronwyn is aware of how selfconscious Baur is about his resemblance to her as opposed to the other saplings. That he craves time with Arondir like he needs to reassure himself he belongs with them. But neither can deny their shared love of swimming. It is their 1-on-1 time go-to.
#saplingnote Lira has no problem, even when it's used as an insult at her, she is (almost?) a princess. This helps her get through to a nephew having a bad time.She snuggles up and reminds him that he's in line before her.So he has even MORE power. So he shouldn't let nasty, untrue,words bother him.
October 27, 2026 at 10:37 PM
#saplingnote Lira has no problem, even when it's used as an insult at her, she is (almost?) a princess. This helps her get through to a nephew having a bad time.She snuggles up and reminds him that he's in line before her.So he has even MORE power. So he shouldn't let nasty, untrue,words bother him.
I've missed the first 2 #tolkientober prompts I really wanted to do so I just couldn't miss the OC created during a previous event. Even if I feel guilty 'cause also an animal. Ashfield from my #saplingnote AU is both work + war horse. Debut pic is still best of how I see him.
#fanart #OC #sketch
#fanart #OC #sketch
October 23, 2026 at 1:27 AM
I've missed the first 2 #tolkientober prompts I really wanted to do so I just couldn't miss the OC created during a previous event. Even if I feel guilty 'cause also an animal. Ashfield from my #saplingnote AU is both work + war horse. Debut pic is still best of how I see him.
#fanart #OC #sketch
#fanart #OC #sketch
I've decided that my #saplingnote AU headcanon for the first time Erestor + Glorfindel meet it's when Elrond asks Glorfie to run practice for those that aren't the strongest with sword. Starts with a couple one-on-ones.Erestor, who he picks as the weakest and not being serious, isn't about the 3rd.
September 14, 2026 at 1:06 AM
I've decided that my #saplingnote AU headcanon for the first time Erestor + Glorfindel meet it's when Elrond asks Glorfie to run practice for those that aren't the strongest with sword. Starts with a couple one-on-ones.Erestor, who he picks as the weakest and not being serious, isn't about the 3rd.
#saplingnote When Aniriel is a about a year old, Galadriel seeks Arondir out for a mission.It's the 1st time it really sinks in why elves don't wed/have children during war. He doesn't get back until just before her 2nd. Elf-development genes win in this regard. She remembers him.There are many 🥺😭
September 13, 2026 at 4:34 AM
#saplingnote When Aniriel is a about a year old, Galadriel seeks Arondir out for a mission.It's the 1st time it really sinks in why elves don't wed/have children during war. He doesn't get back until just before her 2nd. Elf-development genes win in this regard. She remembers him.There are many 🥺😭
In my #saplingnote AU headcanon, Valandil was an semi-orphan. Let's just say he might have had a more stable life if his dad wasn't still around for a while. As a result his 'secret' dream is to be able to essentially start an orphanage. (1/2)
September 7, 2026 at 10:52 PM
In my #saplingnote AU headcanon, Valandil was an semi-orphan. Let's just say he might have had a more stable life if his dad wasn't still around for a while. As a result his 'secret' dream is to be able to essentially start an orphanage. (1/2)
Today would be the day I designated Baralira and Baurandir's from #saplingnote au's nameday. Didn't have time to do something to the level I wanted, but scribbly doodle. That I can do. #fanart #ocs
August 23, 2026 at 2:19 AM
Today would be the day I designated Baralira and Baurandir's from #saplingnote au's nameday. Didn't have time to do something to the level I wanted, but scribbly doodle. That I can do. #fanart #ocs
In today's waste of time rabbit hole...was trying to figure out #saplingnote birthdays for saplings. But oh no. Can't stop there. Clearly needed to pin down their big three. Despite knowing nothing about astrology and going on random guides for vibes...did full break down but thinking:
August 21, 2026 at 7:07 PM
In today's waste of time rabbit hole...was trying to figure out #saplingnote birthdays for saplings. But oh no. Can't stop there. Clearly needed to pin down their big three. Despite knowing nothing about astrology and going on random guides for vibes...did full break down but thinking:
I probably shouldn't admit how much time I spent working on a potential past/origin of Arondir 's parents for #saplingnote purposes instead of trying to just draw his mum or,really, anything.Especially when it's probably way beyond plausible and they're still unnsmefbut...I also don't like lying? 😜
August 18, 2026 at 11:49 PM
I probably shouldn't admit how much time I spent working on a potential past/origin of Arondir 's parents for #saplingnote purposes instead of trying to just draw his mum or,really, anything.Especially when it's probably way beyond plausible and they're still unnsmefbut...I also don't like lying? 😜
#saplingnote I've mentioned that El's daughter is a Gran's girl, but she really loves being around adults or on her own. With the exception of Theo's youngest who is close to her age. And they spend a lot of time with his Gran and her horses. other special bonds:
August 17, 2026 at 4:23 PM
#saplingnote I've mentioned that El's daughter is a Gran's girl, but she really loves being around adults or on her own. With the exception of Theo's youngest who is close to her age. And they spend a lot of time with his Gran and her horses. other special bonds:
#saplingnote Baur isn't as calm spirited as El, but he's certainly not violent or temperamental. Until one day when he's thirteen or so and overhears year mates repeating vile things about the mother of the girl El will adopt as well as his brother.
August 15, 2026 at 3:08 PM
#saplingnote Baur isn't as calm spirited as El, but he's certainly not violent or temperamental. Until one day when he's thirteen or so and overhears year mates repeating vile things about the mother of the girl El will adopt as well as his brother.
#saplingnote The saplings don't get to visit Rivendell often, save the short time there when the twins were born. On their first trip after, Lira immediately breaks all protocol when she catches sight of Elrond,
August 9, 2026 at 4:50 PM
#saplingnote The saplings don't get to visit Rivendell often, save the short time there when the twins were born. On their first trip after, Lira immediately breaks all protocol when she catches sight of Elrond,
#saplingnote Most kids would 🤢at elders being affectionate. Nope. Not the saplings. Baur might play it a little as a teen. Theo, jokingly. The others? Constantly plotting to give their parents (and as thanks for her frequent assistance, Theo's wife and him) 'dates'. All fun and games...
August 8, 2026 at 4:02 AM
#saplingnote Most kids would 🤢at elders being affectionate. Nope. Not the saplings. Baur might play it a little as a teen. Theo, jokingly. The others? Constantly plotting to give their parents (and as thanks for her frequent assistance, Theo's wife and him) 'dates'. All fun and games...
#saplingnote the aronwyn homestead wouldn't exist if not for Theo committing a random act of kindness for an older woman.She provides them with a forever home, land, and a "grandmother" and "aunt" to look after the saplings when they could/had to be left in Pelargir/be backup babysitters post-war.
August 6, 2026 at 6:37 AM
#saplingnote the aronwyn homestead wouldn't exist if not for Theo committing a random act of kindness for an older woman.She provides them with a forever home, land, and a "grandmother" and "aunt" to look after the saplings when they could/had to be left in Pelargir/be backup babysitters post-war.
#saplingnote All the saplings can appreciate a the beauty of sunrise time. But Ani's the only true early riser. Good luck not provoking crank-monster Lira if you wake her up.El can't recall having a regular sleep schedule. Working by starlight without sun glare on the waves is Baur's ideal.
August 4, 2026 at 11:08 AM
#saplingnote All the saplings can appreciate a the beauty of sunrise time. But Ani's the only true early riser. Good luck not provoking crank-monster Lira if you wake her up.El can't recall having a regular sleep schedule. Working by starlight without sun glare on the waves is Baur's ideal.
Within Our Seams Act III : The Deception (Ch 26)
With Dilgran's plan to even the odds, #Bronwyn asks #Isildur for a painful promise. Vaelah's mission starts rough, gets a helping hand.
archiveofourown.org/works/443638...
#fanfic #saplingnote #aronwyn #arondir #rop #ringsofpower #theo #OCs
With Dilgran's plan to even the odds, #Bronwyn asks #Isildur for a painful promise. Vaelah's mission starts rough, gets a helping hand.
archiveofourown.org/works/443638...
#fanfic #saplingnote #aronwyn #arondir #rop #ringsofpower #theo #OCs
August 4, 2026 at 12:16 AM
Within Our Seams Act III : The Deception (Ch 26)
With Dilgran's plan to even the odds, #Bronwyn asks #Isildur for a painful promise. Vaelah's mission starts rough, gets a helping hand.
archiveofourown.org/works/443638...
#fanfic #saplingnote #aronwyn #arondir #rop #ringsofpower #theo #OCs
With Dilgran's plan to even the odds, #Bronwyn asks #Isildur for a painful promise. Vaelah's mission starts rough, gets a helping hand.
archiveofourown.org/works/443638...
#fanfic #saplingnote #aronwyn #arondir #rop #ringsofpower #theo #OCs
#saplingnote Valandil's Petrel's 2nd fav human is a boy named Denevir. She's rather skeptical of this Aidinas person usually with him. Her commands make Denevir grumble. And she only bothers to come see Valandil when he's bleeding. Giving him nasty smelling stuff,poking him with more pointy things.
August 3, 2026 at 2:44 PM
#saplingnote Valandil's Petrel's 2nd fav human is a boy named Denevir. She's rather skeptical of this Aidinas person usually with him. Her commands make Denevir grumble. And she only bothers to come see Valandil when he's bleeding. Giving him nasty smelling stuff,poking him with more pointy things.
#saplingnote Nanu inspires a division of battle trained dogs assigned to high ranking or talented soldiers. Valandil is one of the first to jump at the opportunity. His companion is a black based German shepherd like female with silver-white markings named Petrel after the speedy sea bird.
August 2, 2026 at 2:15 PM
#saplingnote Nanu inspires a division of battle trained dogs assigned to high ranking or talented soldiers. Valandil is one of the first to jump at the opportunity. His companion is a black based German shepherd like female with silver-white markings named Petrel after the speedy sea bird.
#saplingnote Nanu and Berek are, shall we say, frenemies. There can only be one bestest boi after all. They find a common cause in putting Arondir's father's stallion in his place after he keeps intimidating ickle Ani and making moves on a mare Berek's been eyeing.
August 1, 2026 at 4:48 PM
#saplingnote Nanu and Berek are, shall we say, frenemies. There can only be one bestest boi after all. They find a common cause in putting Arondir's father's stallion in his place after he keeps intimidating ickle Ani and making moves on a mare Berek's been eyeing.
#saplingnote When Nanu crosses the 🌈 🌉 it's not El who takes it the hardest despite their unique bond.Or Theo,Bronwyn, or Arondir with how dedicated a protector and companion he's been. It Baur.He not only loves the pack papa but thinks without him to pick it out, he won't get his own pup someday.
August 1, 2026 at 5:21 AM
#saplingnote When Nanu crosses the 🌈 🌉 it's not El who takes it the hardest despite their unique bond.Or Theo,Bronwyn, or Arondir with how dedicated a protector and companion he's been. It Baur.He not only loves the pack papa but thinks without him to pick it out, he won't get his own pup someday.
Given what I'm seeing going around for speculation, if I haven't already shared this my #saplingnote au Arondir, despite being Silvan that would lead him towards Mirkwood, but strong ties to Galadriel, The closest he comes to establishing an 'home' in the third age is on the edges of Rivendell.(1/3)
July 28, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Given what I'm seeing going around for speculation, if I haven't already shared this my #saplingnote au Arondir, despite being Silvan that would lead him towards Mirkwood, but strong ties to Galadriel, The closest he comes to establishing an 'home' in the third age is on the edges of Rivendell.(1/3)
#SaplingNote The night Arondir + Bronwyn return home at war's end, during bed-time checks, Ani (9) asks her mom what her first memory was and at what age. Bronwyn answers, asks the return, and then why Ani's curious.
"If you were four and I was three...I think...
"If you were four and I was three...I think...
July 28, 2026 at 12:49 AM
#SaplingNote The night Arondir + Bronwyn return home at war's end, during bed-time checks, Ani (9) asks her mom what her first memory was and at what age. Bronwyn answers, asks the return, and then why Ani's curious.
"If you were four and I was three...I think...
"If you were four and I was three...I think...
#Saplingnote Of all the saplings, there was absolutely no doubt on where Ellothion's path.Some kids play with stick swords. He used leaves as bandages and mud for salve.
He also got very pouty/foot stompy one day. Not like him. Cause? Ada never gets boo boos or sick so he can't play. (kid logic)
He also got very pouty/foot stompy one day. Not like him. Cause? Ada never gets boo boos or sick so he can't play. (kid logic)
July 27, 2026 at 4:39 AM
#Saplingnote Of all the saplings, there was absolutely no doubt on where Ellothion's path.Some kids play with stick swords. He used leaves as bandages and mud for salve.
He also got very pouty/foot stompy one day. Not like him. Cause? Ada never gets boo boos or sick so he can't play. (kid logic)
He also got very pouty/foot stompy one day. Not like him. Cause? Ada never gets boo boos or sick so he can't play. (kid logic)
#saplingnote Contrary to the general rule that healers are good cooks, Vaelah is.... adequate. Delicate poultice requiring utmost balance of ingredients so it's 🚫 poisonous? No prob. Getting spice balance in stew and veggies of meat pie the right texture? Meep.
July 5, 2026 at 4:40 AM
#saplingnote Contrary to the general rule that healers are good cooks, Vaelah is.... adequate. Delicate poultice requiring utmost balance of ingredients so it's 🚫 poisonous? No prob. Getting spice balance in stew and veggies of meat pie the right texture? Meep.
#saplingnote while they love each other fiercely, Ani and Lira aren't really close. Complete opposites. Ani doesn't mind some feminine things, but would rather be training or spending downtime at an inn. Closed off to relationships. The one to lend an ear to anyone. (1/2)
July 1, 2026 at 5:18 AM
#saplingnote while they love each other fiercely, Ani and Lira aren't really close. Complete opposites. Ani doesn't mind some feminine things, but would rather be training or spending downtime at an inn. Closed off to relationships. The one to lend an ear to anyone. (1/2)