
Guardian's Embrace at Snapdragon Vale

by Bill And Linda Tiepelman
Title
Guardian's Embrace at Snapdragon Vale
Artist
Bill And Linda Tiepelman
Medium
Digital Art - Digital Photographic Art
Description
In the heart of Snapdragon Vale, where the flowers bloom in a spectrum of fiery hues, there resides an ancient dragon, known to the valley dwellers as Eirathen. With scales shimmering in the colors of the dawn, Eirathen is a guardian whose wings unfurl to embrace the horizon. Legend whispers that when the vale is at its most resplendent, right at the cusp of day and night, the dragon emerges to watch over the delicate snapdragons, ensuring their vibrancy remains untouched by the shadows of the world beyond.
Eirathen’s presence has long been a blessing for the vale. It is said that the dragon’s breath, warm and life-giving, is the secret behind the snapdragons' year-round bloom. Children of the vale have grown listening to the tales of the dragon's majesty, and in the brilliance of the setting sun, they see the truth of these stories. With each petal that unfolds to the touch of Eirathen's gentle gaze, the vale sings a silent song of gratitude.
On this evening, as the sun dips low, bathing the vale in a golden glow, Eirathen descends, his massive form causing nary a stir among the flowers. His eyes, reflecting the wisdom of aeons, scan the vale with care. The inhabitants watch from a distance, their hearts full of reverence and a touch of fear, for the dragon is as unpredictable as he is kind.
As night falls and the first star appears, Eirathen raises his head towards the sky, and with a beat of his magnificent wings, he reaffirms his eternal vow to protect Snapdragon Vale. The people sleep soundly that night, for with the dragon’s embrace, they know their beloved vale, with all its colors and life, will flourish for generations to come.
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January 22nd, 2024
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