Ruby

Introduction "Spring passes and one remembers one's innocence. Summer passes and one remembers one's exuberance. Autumn passes and one remembers one's reverence. Winter passes and one remembers one's perseverance." ~Yoko Ono "A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees." ~Amelia Earhart "Order is a lovely nymph, the child of Beauty and Wisdom; her attendants are Comfort, Neatness, and Activity; her abode is the valley of happiness: she is always to be found when sought for, and never appears so lovely as when contrasted with her opponent, Disorder." ~Samuel Johnson [ edit ] Contacts Big Bad Wolf - Death cannot stop true love...All it can do is delay it for a while. No truer words spoken. It has taken me time to remember, but I seek you as I seek my home. Your face was hazy in my memory, but your eyes...your eyes I remember for they have haunted me over the years. I can only hope that you have survived, that you still howl to the moon, and run in the forests. The witch will not be allowed to take yet more from me. Nienna She owns the winery near our home. She struggles to bring it back to life again. It is nothing for me to give her a hand here and there. Asher One of few that I have found to call friend, who shares the views so many do not of the woods. I will enjoy getting to know him better. Riddles Another friend made that I will enjoy getting to know better. I will make sure to have plenty of honey if she ever comes around the house. Wood Spirit I have sensed you, and know you are there. You are always welcome at my home. If you need help ever, merely let me know. [ edit ] RP Hooks Plant Nursery Ruby's good with plants, and can be found working at local nurseries or gardens. Forest When not in town, Ruby can be found out in the woods. Maybe she's a hippie. Library Ruby enjoys a good book, or better yet, a chance to learn more about the world around her. Auctions/Antiques Ruby can be found hunting and foraging for sales. [ edit ] Gallery [ edit ] Personality A little about wood personality... Wood is the most human of the elements. Wood attributes are considered to be strength and flexibility. It is also associated with qualities of warmth, generosity, co-operation and idealism. The Wood person will be expansive, outgoing and socially conscious. The wood element is one that seeks always to grow and expand. Wood heralds the beginning of life, springtime and buds, sensuality and fecundity. Wood needs moisture to thrive. In Chinese medicine, wood is associated with negative feelings of anger when frustrated, and positive feelings of patience and altruism. A little about the oak... The oak is considered a cosmic storehouse of wisdom embodied within its towering strength. Oak trees, throughout literature, are often regarded as wise and humble, due to their usually extended age and wrinkled appearance, referencing them to elders who have known and witness many things. The oak tree endures what others cannot. It remains strong through challenges, and is known for being almost immortal, as is often attested to by its long life and ability to survive fire, lightning strikes, and devastation. The oak represents courage and endurance and the protective power of faith. The tree's noble presence and nurturing habit reassured ancient peoples that, with the good will of their gods, their leader, and their warriors, they could prevail against all odds. As the Tree of the Dagda, the oak offers protection and hospitality without question, although its true rewards are only apparent to the honest and brave. The ancient Celts deplored lies and cowardice. To be judged mean spirited could result in exclusion from the clan, which was one of the most shameful and most feared of all possible punishments. Like the oak, we would do well to receive without prejudice all those who seek our help, sharing what we have without resentment or reservation. The oak reminds us all that the strength to prevail, come what may, lies in an open mind and a generous spirit. Inflexibility, however, is the oak's one weakness and the tree is prone to lose limbs in storms. The oak therefore carries the warning that stubborn strength that resists will not endure and may break under strain. [ edit ]

Ruby [ edit ] Overview Mortal ID: Ruby Hode Real Name: Humans Cannot Pronounce It Date of Birth: Age of Myth Apparent Age: Late 20s Race: Bygone Species: Nymph - Dryad (Oak) Affinity: Wood Demeanor: Caregiver Height: 5'10" [ edit ] Notable Stats ATTRIBUTES Appearance Perception ABILITIES Alertness Awareness Empathy Seduction Survival Linguistics BACKGROUNDS Arcane Merits - Flaws - Advantages Green Thumb: Things just naturally seem to grow around her. Unaging: Ruby's true age is unknown, never seeming to move beyond her prime. Shapechanger: Ruby is able to take on a more human guise. Information Font: Ruby can sometimes spout off the oddest of information without even realizing it. Elemental Touch: Ruby can find her element nearby easily. Chameleon Coloration: Ruby is able to easily hide in shadows, taking on the shades of such as camouflage. [ edit ] Inspirations Little Red Riding Hood A twist on this story makes Grandmother a horrible jealous witch whose lover, the Lumberjack, was discovered to lust for the poor dryad who was in love with the Big Bad Wolf. When I Am Among the Trees ~ Mary Oliver When I am among the trees, especially the willows and the honey locust, equally the beech, the oaks and the pines, they give off such hints of gladness, I would almost say that they save me, and daily. I am so distant from the hope of myself, in which I have goodness, and discernment, and never hurry through the world but walk slowly, and bow often. Around me the trees stir in their leaves and call out, "Stay awhile." The light flows from their branches. And they call again, "It's simple," they say, "and you too have come into the world to do this, to go easy, to be filled with light, and to shine." [ edit ]