Tuesday, April 14, 2015

The WOVEN A to Z Challenge: L is for Lars!

I dedicate this A to Z Challenge to Tina Downey, one of the A to Z Challenge founders and one of the brightest bloggers who sadly left us last year. Harder still, she was in a secret support group that I'm part of. The best way I can honor Tina, who was excited about and never had the opportunity to read my debut, I've teamed up with Father Dragon to present short bios and character portraits from Woven. I'll write the bios and all art is created by Al Diaz. I hope you enjoy this visual tribute to our friend, Tina.

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L is for Lars

The strong and dependable blacksmith of Cobblestown, Lars is a hard working man who enjoys passing the time by telling tall tales. He keeps mostly to himself when not in his shop. Nels used to be his apprentice for a short time, and it is rumored that he has a liking for Nels's widowed mother. Time will tell if she ever returns his affections.
 
Tomorrow: M is for Mylan



I'm David, and "tell your mother I said hello!"
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40 comments:

  1. Alex J. CavanaughApril 14, 2015 at 6:06 AM

    She might be more relaxed and open now.
    Great drawing, Al!

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  2. JoApril 14, 2015 at 7:06 AM

    He was such a nice guy. Probably one of the nicest in the book. Another good depiction querido dragon.

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    1. David P. KingApril 14, 2015 at 4:01 PM

      I don't know, he didn't have great things to say about that one group of people... :)

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  3. Chrys FeyApril 14, 2015 at 7:12 AM

    He does look like a strong and dependable guy. Hopefully Nels's mother returns his affections in the future. :)

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  4. Jeremy [Retro]April 14, 2015 at 7:19 AM

    Lars and I would be friends I think...

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  5. Tiana SmithApril 14, 2015 at 7:54 AM

    Hopefully things work out :)

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  6. Brandon AxApril 14, 2015 at 9:18 AM

    Not sure why, but I always enjoy reading about the blacksmith in stories. There is just something about them. Love the picture as well.

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  7. Jennifer HawesApril 14, 2015 at 9:31 AM

    I enjoy passing the time by writing tall tales:) I do like a little romance in my novels.

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  8. MikeApril 14, 2015 at 9:50 AM

    Thanks for sharing! Neat drawing!

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  9. messymimiApril 14, 2015 at 9:52 AM

    A dependable and honest blacksmith is good to have around.

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  10. Hilary Melton-ButcherApril 14, 2015 at 10:00 AM

    Hi David .. I guess if you're the blacksmith - it doesn't really matter about the reality of your stories ... not many would cross you .. another great drawing .. cheers Hilary

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  11. Emily R. KingApril 14, 2015 at 10:20 AM

    Awesome drawing!

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  12. Pat HattApril 14, 2015 at 11:13 AM

    Sure looks always ready to lend a helping hand

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  13. Susan Gourley/KelleyApril 14, 2015 at 11:35 AM

    Sounds like a good guy. And a little romance is always nice.

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  14. SpacerGuyApril 14, 2015 at 11:42 AM

    I think Lars is in with a chance, Hes all thumbs up so that has to be good news.

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  15. nashvillecats2April 14, 2015 at 12:13 PM

    Wonderful post and a great blog you have here.

    Yvonne.

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  16. BirgitApril 14, 2015 at 12:30 PM

    Love the name of Lars and he seems a dependable sort and may know more than he lets on

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  17. Michelle WallaceApril 14, 2015 at 1:52 PM

    Mmm... a blossoming romance in the 'woodworks'...?
    Great drawing! Father D is sooooooo talented!

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  18. LisaApril 14, 2015 at 2:26 PM

    I liked Lars, and truly hope he and Nels' mom get together! Great image of him, especially the smile... Lisa, co-host AtoZ 2015, @ http://www.lisabuiecollard.com

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  19. cleemckenzieApril 14, 2015 at 3:51 PM

    I rather thought she'd pass on Lars. He was kind, but she seemed so genteel.

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  20. Elephant's ChildApril 14, 2015 at 3:58 PM

    Your snippets and Father Dragon's drawings fit soooo well together. Congratulations to you both.

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  21. J E OneilApril 14, 2015 at 4:27 PM

    Ha, before I saw the post, I was thinking it would be a good name for a blacksmith.

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  22. Shell FlowerApril 14, 2015 at 5:20 PM

    I love the blacksmith archetype. I do hope he hooks up with Nels' mom, as long as Nels is cool with it :)

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  23. Christine RainsApril 14, 2015 at 6:10 PM

    He looks like a fine blacksmith.

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  24. Jay NoelApril 14, 2015 at 6:40 PM

    He looks like an old Thor!

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  25. ~Brandy~April 14, 2015 at 6:47 PM

    Why is it that the name Lars is typically given to strong, valiant types?!
    Brandy from Brandy's Bustlings

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  26. UnknownApril 14, 2015 at 6:52 PM

    Hope he gets the gal. Nice blog here. Thinking what name you have for Q and X, xander, Quinn,

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  27. Deb AtwoodApril 14, 2015 at 6:58 PM

    Based on your love comment on my L post, I'm guessing the widow will come around. But then I'm a bit of a romantic.

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  28. Mark KoopmansApril 14, 2015 at 7:04 PM

    Lars is a very nice guy... anyone with a hammer that size is a nice guy :)

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  29. Nick WilfordApril 14, 2015 at 9:38 PM

    He seems like a decent type.

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  30. AnonymousApril 14, 2015 at 11:34 PM

    Hi there! Blacksmiths are such powerful characters. A smithy is a vortex of power in my mind. Thank you so much for visiting my blog. Happy A to Z!

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  31. Tammy TheriaultApril 14, 2015 at 11:35 PM

    Someone replies with some weird crap up there! Haha! You should have that blacksmith tell them a story about no soliciting spam!!

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  32. ElizabethApril 14, 2015 at 11:54 PM

    This looks like an interesting story. I really like the illustrations! I never knew Tina, but it seems you are showing her great honor in doing this.

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  33. Heather R. HoldenApril 15, 2015 at 12:14 AM

    Great picture! Gotta admire a character who's a hard worker... :)

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  34. Tasha Duncan-DrakeApril 15, 2015 at 3:15 AM

    A teller of tall tales, but a hard worker. I take it he regales his customers with great stories then?
    Tasha
    Tasha's Thinkings | Wittegen Press | FB3X (AC)

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  35. UnknownApril 15, 2015 at 12:35 PM

    Dear David,
    My nephew's name is Lars! Love Lars! He's a good man. Thanks for visiting my M is for MAT (FOOD) post.
    Hälsningar(Swedish=Best wishes),
    Anna

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