Written By Berenice
July 15, 2018, 3:10 p.m.(3/13/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Saoirse
I adore you, cousin.
Written By Thena
July 15, 2018, 2:44 p.m.(3/13/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aureth
Those were the days.
I mean of course you're so ancient that we never did it together, but rotten tomatoes at the market was always a good time.
I mean of course you're so ancient that we never did it together, but rotten tomatoes at the market was always a good time.
Written By Aureth
July 15, 2018, 2:40 p.m.(3/13/1009 AR)
Shopping at the market today, I was entertained to find that there were hockers and gentlemen offering to get me a good price on cheap metal -- we're talking ugly scrap, right, the kind of rusty, garbage scrap metal you use for things when you're literally too poor to use anything else -- from the highest of the Peers.
I bought my bolts of aeterna and went on my merry way, but I have to tell you, when I was a kid, I would have been screaming about this at the entrance to the market and probably getting my filthy little friends together with a basket of slightly overripe tomatoes to throw.
I bought my bolts of aeterna and went on my merry way, but I have to tell you, when I was a kid, I would have been screaming about this at the entrance to the market and probably getting my filthy little friends together with a basket of slightly overripe tomatoes to throw.
Written By Darren
July 15, 2018, 2:21 p.m.(3/13/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Morrighan
It pleases me to read the outpouring of support for Dame Morrighan's fine works in the Whites today. Certainly my wife and I both prize the many fine pieces we have been lucky enough to commission from her. There are many exciting designers in Arx, but when it has to be the best, it has to be the tailor bear.
Written By Saoirse
July 15, 2018, 2:09 p.m.(3/13/1009 AR)
I'll dress weather appropriate when hell freezes over.
Written By Sparte
July 15, 2018, 2:09 p.m.(3/13/1009 AR)
New challenges bring new assignments. With the shift of authority for the safety of the lodge towards the Iron Guard, I went and opened my mouth. In military that is paramount to volunteering, so I was sumarily voluntold to organize efforts.
When those efforts became organized and it was clear it would be primarily mounted patrols of the surrounding regions of the Crownlands, I was moved from command of the Pike to command of the Calvary.
I am not at all troubled by these new duties, but it is a learning curve. The logistics involved in ensuring not just men but horses are well trained and supplied is a notably higher challenge. I gladly accept the guidance and experience of those veteran commanders used to working with mounted forces, should any wish to provide me such. I want to do my best for the men and women, and horses, under my new command.
When those efforts became organized and it was clear it would be primarily mounted patrols of the surrounding regions of the Crownlands, I was moved from command of the Pike to command of the Calvary.
I am not at all troubled by these new duties, but it is a learning curve. The logistics involved in ensuring not just men but horses are well trained and supplied is a notably higher challenge. I gladly accept the guidance and experience of those veteran commanders used to working with mounted forces, should any wish to provide me such. I want to do my best for the men and women, and horses, under my new command.
Written By Saoirse
July 15, 2018, 2:08 p.m.(3/13/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Tikva
"For example, in a blizzard, you don't want silk, seasilk, umbra, or aeterna. You want fur and wool and to get the hell inside. "
What?
What?
What?
What?
Written By Alexis
July 15, 2018, 2:04 p.m.(3/13/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Baltus
#4
I queried Lord Baltus about what being a soldier meant to him while we were discussing what kind of weapon a commander of Darkwater might use.
This is what he said:
"Being a soldier means a lot of things. Defending those weaker than yourself. Protecting your loved ones from harm. Doing the right thing, even when the right thing means cutting another man down..."
I mentioned that what he seemed to say about soldiers resonated with how others had described knights. He clarified for me.
"Knights serve a more lofty cause, in my mind. I suppose that I see soldiers as the every man. Fighting for that which matters to them. Outside of social class."
We made a simplification - there are knights who are not attuned to martial pursuit. That while all knights are soldiers, not all soldiers are knights.
And that is, perhaps, a good thing.
I queried Lord Baltus about what being a soldier meant to him while we were discussing what kind of weapon a commander of Darkwater might use.
This is what he said:
"Being a soldier means a lot of things. Defending those weaker than yourself. Protecting your loved ones from harm. Doing the right thing, even when the right thing means cutting another man down..."
I mentioned that what he seemed to say about soldiers resonated with how others had described knights. He clarified for me.
"Knights serve a more lofty cause, in my mind. I suppose that I see soldiers as the every man. Fighting for that which matters to them. Outside of social class."
We made a simplification - there are knights who are not attuned to martial pursuit. That while all knights are soldiers, not all soldiers are knights.
And that is, perhaps, a good thing.
Written By Seth
July 15, 2018, 1:38 p.m.(3/13/1009 AR)
I would like to express my gratitude to Count Duarte and Guildmaster Joscelin for giving House Steelhart the opportunity to support the Grand Opening of the Crafters Gallery at Crossroads. Congratulations on the events glowing success.
I would also like to extend my thanks to Princess Alarissa and Grandmaster Caspian for killing it on stage and representing the Dogs of War in style.
I would also like to extend my thanks to Princess Alarissa and Grandmaster Caspian for killing it on stage and representing the Dogs of War in style.
Written By Derovai
July 15, 2018, 1:26 p.m.(3/13/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Felicia
I could have laughed at you in the process of your Explorers' test, but I take my responsibilities seriously. I consider nothing else to be very serious, mind.
You did an admirable job passing the test, with precious few weak points.
You did an admirable job passing the test, with precious few weak points.
Written By Cambria
July 15, 2018, 1:16 p.m.(3/13/1009 AR)
Princess Isabeau writes words of wisdom I think everyone can benefit from reading. The opening of the Crafters Gallery last night was not merely a veneration of Jayus, but also of Gild.
Written By Cambria
July 15, 2018, 1:11 p.m.(3/13/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
I quite agree with you! I need not get my way all the time, because when I get my way some of the time, I appreciate it all the more. (Or so my House Seraph taught me, and I choose to believe him, even if I still think that if I got my way all of the time I would remain perfectly appreciative).
Written By Isabeau
July 15, 2018, 1:01 p.m.(3/12/1009 AR)
I have, in what short measure of years that I have been permitted thus far, seen in my days linen blouses with stitch-work seams straighter and sharper than the edge of one of Dame Ida's best blades. I have held in my hands cotton skirts that were softer and smoother than rose petals. Also, have I worn a wool cloak that was richer and warmer than the finest fox fur. Of course, I have also been dressed in shimmering seasilk that flowed over me like water and I have beheld the marvel of an aeterna gown which appeared to me more brilliant and bright than the sun. Jayus grants to only a blessed few with the skill to translate His divine inspiration into something made real that the rest of us might witness His gifts. In praising them, we are praising Him.
For the opening of the Crafter's Gallery, I know neither who created nor who modeled the item(s) that my sponsorship on behalf of House Valardin purchased. Nor do I need to. All that matters to me is that Jayus was honored both by the artists and by those in attendance. Silver spent to praise the gods is silver well-spent.
For the opening of the Crafter's Gallery, I know neither who created nor who modeled the item(s) that my sponsorship on behalf of House Valardin purchased. Nor do I need to. All that matters to me is that Jayus was honored both by the artists and by those in attendance. Silver spent to praise the gods is silver well-spent.
Written By Tikva
July 15, 2018, 12:16 p.m.(3/12/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Khanne
That is one anniversary party I shall be very excited to attend!
Written By Khanne
July 15, 2018, 11:56 a.m.(3/12/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Percephon
Recently, my husband wrote in his journal about a certain gown he had gifted to me.
He wrote: "Much like marriage, Dame, the waiting was worth it."
I've already written about Morrighan's beautiful work (the gown is to die for), but this.... this is about my husband.
The waiting was so worth it.
There was a series of moments to wait through... and some times, I thought I might be driven mad for the waiting. Sometimes, I found myself counting the days, which is completely unlike me, truly. But everything, every single moment; from highs to lows and back up, those bits of impatience born from eagerness, the quiet times when I was wanting to shout about love and happiness.... every single moment - worth it.
I cannot believe in just a couple months it will be a full year already! We've been so busy, we never even held the reception Reigna was so anticipating... I suppose an anniversary party will be in order. A whole year of being your Lady-wife. I truly am the luckiest woman in the entire world to be married to the absolute best husband all around.
I could say, I can't wait until we are celebrating our fifth, tenth, twentieth anniversaries and beyond! But.... I know....
It will be worth the wait.
Always.
He wrote: "Much like marriage, Dame, the waiting was worth it."
I've already written about Morrighan's beautiful work (the gown is to die for), but this.... this is about my husband.
The waiting was so worth it.
There was a series of moments to wait through... and some times, I thought I might be driven mad for the waiting. Sometimes, I found myself counting the days, which is completely unlike me, truly. But everything, every single moment; from highs to lows and back up, those bits of impatience born from eagerness, the quiet times when I was wanting to shout about love and happiness.... every single moment - worth it.
I cannot believe in just a couple months it will be a full year already! We've been so busy, we never even held the reception Reigna was so anticipating... I suppose an anniversary party will be in order. A whole year of being your Lady-wife. I truly am the luckiest woman in the entire world to be married to the absolute best husband all around.
I could say, I can't wait until we are celebrating our fifth, tenth, twentieth anniversaries and beyond! But.... I know....
It will be worth the wait.
Always.
Written By Simone
July 15, 2018, 11:38 a.m.(3/12/1009 AR)
Gentle Readers,
I apologize for not having made an update to the whites for quite some time. Marius and I have been away to the Greenwoods for a short trip. Though I have just returned to Arx, Marius has chosen to stay behind for now. I shall miss him, but I know his reason is wise and our projects at home will be better off for his personal attention. I do hope he can return soon though.
In catching up on the whites, I must admit that sometimes I find it highly amusing to simply see the manner of things that people argue over. It can be quite enlightening to the character and personality of those involved in the argument to simply see what leads them to such impassioned discussions. I suppose everyone has their topics, mundane or otherwise, that they simply cannot walk past without comment.
As to myself, there are a few projects here that require my immediate attention; but if there are other issues then I shall be making contact once more with friends and family to lend my aid as needed. For those that have been waiting on me, please know that I shall reach out to you quite soon so that we may continue our work.
M. Simone Greenmarch
I apologize for not having made an update to the whites for quite some time. Marius and I have been away to the Greenwoods for a short trip. Though I have just returned to Arx, Marius has chosen to stay behind for now. I shall miss him, but I know his reason is wise and our projects at home will be better off for his personal attention. I do hope he can return soon though.
In catching up on the whites, I must admit that sometimes I find it highly amusing to simply see the manner of things that people argue over. It can be quite enlightening to the character and personality of those involved in the argument to simply see what leads them to such impassioned discussions. I suppose everyone has their topics, mundane or otherwise, that they simply cannot walk past without comment.
As to myself, there are a few projects here that require my immediate attention; but if there are other issues then I shall be making contact once more with friends and family to lend my aid as needed. For those that have been waiting on me, please know that I shall reach out to you quite soon so that we may continue our work.
M. Simone Greenmarch
Written By Marian
July 15, 2018, 11:36 a.m.(3/12/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Alarissa
Cotton? Surely if you're going to turn from silk, leather would be the choice fabric. On most given days that is my go to fabric, because my pockets are not deep enough to afford a steelsilk ensemble.
Written By Berenice
July 15, 2018, 11:34 a.m.(3/12/1009 AR)
If anyone thinks I am ever putting _cotton_ on my skin they are _sorely mistaken_.
Written By Khanne
July 15, 2018, 11:12 a.m.(3/12/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Morrighan
My husband is correct! I love the amazing gown he recently gifted to me! (Complete with cloak and slippers.) It is silk, yes. I happen to LOVE silk, truly. Most of my gowns are just that. I know I am -just- a shaman, -just- one of those northerners and who are we to speak of fashion? A fashionista, I may not be... but... I have a wardrobe that many are green with envy over, and yes, many outfits made by the amazing Dame Morrighan. The truth of the matter is, I would wear a gown of BURLAP if it was made by her. For she has the talent to turn anything into an absolute work of art. Whereas.... I could take a piece of the finest fireweave and turn it into something you wouldn't even let your animal companion wear.
The art and the beauty is not in the material, but in the craftsmanship. And if it is made by Morrighan? You can bet the garment is one of the absolute finest in the lands!
The art and the beauty is not in the material, but in the craftsmanship. And if it is made by Morrighan? You can bet the garment is one of the absolute finest in the lands!
Written By Simone
July 15, 2018, 11:05 a.m.(3/12/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Paige
I am saddened to hear of the death of Countess Paige. She was an engaging young woman and she will be missed.
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