The first line belongs to Claudia. :) Written for the drabble meme on LiveJournal.

Growing Strong

Frodo shifted on the stone edge to the fountain. He looked down, fingering the White Jewel the Queen had just given to him. There was peace and light, and when he closed his eyes, he saw sunshine and green lands far away; yet he thought he could reach out and easily step ashore.

Warmth radiated from the jewel as he put the chain around his neck. Hope blossomed inside him, defeating the feelings of guilt and the yearning for the Lost Jewel. Frodo smiled with tears in his eyes.

The blossoming Tree grew strong, ready to face a new age.