The huge conifer clings to the stream bank Passing water left its mighty roots exposed Twisted and curving pillars of strength Foundation of a world reaching into depths unknown Shadowed creatures call, "Come in . . ." Who or what dwells here? Water Rat from The Wind in the Willows? A gnome of Narnia? Orks? Or the foot of an Ent in Middle Earth? A place Harry Potter's friends fear? Yoda's abode on the Bog Planet? Or . . . some character whose tale has yet to be told? Whether one sees a haven from dark forces Or the entrance to the villain's lair Lies in the individual's imagination