Dear Laura,
As you're a fellow Treehugger, maybe you can help me. I am currently living in the desert because I was born there. Ever since, I have tried to plant things in the desert, but it doesn't work! The desert is so horrible! The Ettins never talk to me, and the only tolerable place is the pond, but I'm scared I'll drown! Some Grendels are living in the caves below, so I can't go anywhere. What do I do?
- Treehugger In Need
Dear Treehugger In Need,
A Treehugger Norn can't be very happy in the dry heat of the desert, just like our beloved plants. If you really must stay there though, I know that Distracted Ettin, the Ark's newly appointed gardener, is eager to get his paws dirty. Why don't you approach him, with a few gadgets, and let him help you cultivate a garden with some desert-friendly flora? I assure you, life will be more tolerable once you're surrounded by Bramboo, Tubas, Grape Vines and carrots, plus you won't be short of food! As for the other Ettins, just ignore their snootiness. Bake a fresh batch of Quirky Cookies and you'll soon attract some likeminded company. 
- Laura