Written By Amari
Jan. 8, 2019, 10:49 a.m.(4/26/1010 AR)
The spring festivities in Artshall were fantastic. Duke Cristoph and Duchess Nicia were excellent and gracious hosts. Everyone seemed to have a grand time, even Barf.
I hope it was a rousing success! I think it was, but I'm biased. My one disappointment was that I hadn't any armor so I couldn't try to joust. Which is just as well, I suppose, given how scary the competition was.
I hope it was a rousing success! I think it was, but I'm biased. My one disappointment was that I hadn't any armor so I couldn't try to joust. Which is just as well, I suppose, given how scary the competition was.
Written By Sophie
Jan. 8, 2019, 10:11 a.m.(4/26/1010 AR)
It's amazing how wrong we can be when we make judgements of people based on others assessments of them. I have found myself challenging those preconceived notions of people very much in the past few days.
What a pleasant surprise it is when you meet someone, or get to know someone who you had previously only encountered on a surface level who you expect to dislike, and they turn out to be someone you find to be entirely charming and pleasant.
I might have met Lady Margret under unpleasant circumstances, but her kindness and strength have made an impression on me. I hope, one day, to call her friend.
Bliss Whisper... I don't even know what to say. She's more than charming, she's intoxicating (and I am not referring to the whiskey she brought me!). It's like an apothecary bottled up youth, and vibrance, and adventure and that bottle was made human. I have not always sided with her on the matter of Vowkeeper, and the reason why anyone would want to shake the very foundation of a house such as the Telmars by demanding their house sword eluded me. I have never been unwilling to admit when I am wrong, and this is one time when I was wrong. The reverence to which she shows Vowkeeper, and the sincere desire to wield it in a way to reflect positively on the Telmar family have changed my feelings. I knew Arn would make the right decision, no matter what decision he made, and I think he has. I wanted to dislike her. I couldn't. I think she is destined for great things.
It has been a trying time for me here in Arx lately. I think perhaps I shall make a pilgrimage somewhere soon. Just to get away from it all - and away from these infernal ships sitting in the harbor like a shadow of death across our city. They frighten me.
What a pleasant surprise it is when you meet someone, or get to know someone who you had previously only encountered on a surface level who you expect to dislike, and they turn out to be someone you find to be entirely charming and pleasant.
I might have met Lady Margret under unpleasant circumstances, but her kindness and strength have made an impression on me. I hope, one day, to call her friend.
Bliss Whisper... I don't even know what to say. She's more than charming, she's intoxicating (and I am not referring to the whiskey she brought me!). It's like an apothecary bottled up youth, and vibrance, and adventure and that bottle was made human. I have not always sided with her on the matter of Vowkeeper, and the reason why anyone would want to shake the very foundation of a house such as the Telmars by demanding their house sword eluded me. I have never been unwilling to admit when I am wrong, and this is one time when I was wrong. The reverence to which she shows Vowkeeper, and the sincere desire to wield it in a way to reflect positively on the Telmar family have changed my feelings. I knew Arn would make the right decision, no matter what decision he made, and I think he has. I wanted to dislike her. I couldn't. I think she is destined for great things.
It has been a trying time for me here in Arx lately. I think perhaps I shall make a pilgrimage somewhere soon. Just to get away from it all - and away from these infernal ships sitting in the harbor like a shadow of death across our city. They frighten me.
Written By Jael
Jan. 8, 2019, 9:25 a.m.(4/26/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Sorrel
A birth at Artshall! Mama is absolutely beside herself.
Of course now she's giving me significant looks...
Of course now she's giving me significant looks...
Written By Miranda
Jan. 7, 2019, 11:20 p.m.(4/25/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Isidora
For the care I received while at Saving Grace Hospital, I would like to thank my sister-by-marriage, Princess and Doctor Isidora Valardin.
She was calm and protective of me during a time when I could hardly manage myself.
She made me feel safe.
She made me feel as if I was in good hands.
Thank you
She was calm and protective of me during a time when I could hardly manage myself.
She made me feel safe.
She made me feel as if I was in good hands.
Thank you
Written By Miranda
Jan. 7, 2019, 10:38 p.m.(4/25/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Sorrel
Nothing like a party ending with a baby coming!!
Good luck to their royal highnesses, Sorrel and Galen!!
This certainly tops any other events I've been to for climactic endings!
Good luck to their royal highnesses, Sorrel and Galen!!
This certainly tops any other events I've been to for climactic endings!
Written By Miranda
Jan. 7, 2019, 10:37 p.m.(4/25/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Cristoph
I attended both Artshall events and found them to be very delightful!
Excellent Tournament!
Fantastic Spring Fete!
The songs were beautiful, telling a fabulous story.
Fantastic work!
Excellent Tournament!
Fantastic Spring Fete!
The songs were beautiful, telling a fabulous story.
Fantastic work!
Written By Delilah
Jan. 7, 2019, 5:52 p.m.(4/25/1010 AR)
An act of kindness repays itself. But they're given freely and I'm quietly astonished by the unexpected boons shown to me. And so I thank you. You know whom you are, I dearly hope.
Written By Amari
Jan. 7, 2019, 5:36 p.m.(4/25/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Klaus
I have no recollection of the conversation we had, but I hope it was a good one, if it in fact occurred. If you happened to share a terrible secret as well, rest assured I shall never reveal it.
Written By Sparte
Jan. 7, 2019, 2:27 p.m.(4/25/1010 AR)
Arx is filled with so many creative and caring people. I am frequently touched by the kindness and generosity that people are willing to show towards their fellows, and the ways they find to show their hearts and emotions. Every time I hear about a person showing kindness, especially to those who need it the most, it brightens my heart. I could direct this at so many people. I'd rather thank everyone for the good in your hearts and your will to help others. May I do honor to your examples.
Written By Sophie
Jan. 7, 2019, 11:17 a.m.(4/24/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Ysbail
Sometimes we all make choices and there is no way to know the far reaching consequences. You serve your house well, and those wronged likely see that, even through their pain.
I will pray for your Marquessa. She's going to need it.
I will pray for your Marquessa. She's going to need it.
Written By Samantha
Jan. 7, 2019, 10:28 a.m.(4/24/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Rymarr
e traveled to Artshall for the spring jousting tournament. It says something of the growth of my husband's spirit that where once he would have refused to compete, he now does so willingly, and takes joy from it. I am pleased to report that he was the victor of the tournament. There were others less pleased, but I think that less to do with the fact that he won, and more to do with the fact that Captain Harlex lost to him. But the good Captain did very well in the tournament, and I know Rymarr found his skill resptable and worthy of challenge.
Rymarr and I have been married now for five years or more, and I must confess, when I see him at ease with himself and happy, doing what he loves, my reaction is akin to a teenage girl who has become besotted for the first time. Is it silly? Perhaps. But I don't care. I am blessed with a husband whom I love and whose skill and training provides the March with invaluable service.
I only wish I had brought Nara along with us, so she might have witnessed her father's victory.
Rymarr and I have been married now for five years or more, and I must confess, when I see him at ease with himself and happy, doing what he loves, my reaction is akin to a teenage girl who has become besotted for the first time. Is it silly? Perhaps. But I don't care. I am blessed with a husband whom I love and whose skill and training provides the March with invaluable service.
I only wish I had brought Nara along with us, so she might have witnessed her father's victory.
Written By Sparte
Jan. 7, 2019, 8:19 a.m.(4/24/1010 AR)
I've been speaking with my friend so recently returned from where I grew up, and the talk has turned towards stories from when I was a child. It is a funny thing, many of the characters in those stories seem so very different when I go back to look at them again with more years behind me. I can understand their motives and their passions in ways I didn't before, and the morals of the stories are changed by that.
When I think of the people I've met here in Arx and the interactions I've had with them over the years, I sometimes find a similar story. Something where a person's actions can be seen in so many different lights depending on what you know of the other's motives. Or what you think you know. It is an unfortunate truth that unless someone says something we're always just guessing at what is behind their choices and actions, and even then they may not be fully honest with us or themselves.
That uncertainty challenges us. It even leads some of us to lash out at others, over an inability to understand. Or worse, a choice never to understand.
A moment of self-reflection, then, can change more than how you see your own story.
When I think of the people I've met here in Arx and the interactions I've had with them over the years, I sometimes find a similar story. Something where a person's actions can be seen in so many different lights depending on what you know of the other's motives. Or what you think you know. It is an unfortunate truth that unless someone says something we're always just guessing at what is behind their choices and actions, and even then they may not be fully honest with us or themselves.
That uncertainty challenges us. It even leads some of us to lash out at others, over an inability to understand. Or worse, a choice never to understand.
A moment of self-reflection, then, can change more than how you see your own story.
Written By Elora
Jan. 7, 2019, 5:05 a.m.(4/24/1010 AR)
The wedding is quickly approaching. I simply can't wait to share the rest of my life with the man that I love. I still need to find a dress, as well!
Written By Iseulet
Jan. 7, 2019, 3:19 a.m.(4/24/1010 AR)
Well, going crazy. Must be the winter we had. It was /so/ long... But now I'm having strange dreams.
Stress and whiskey are not good bedfellows.
Are there any dream experts out there, I wonder? Should I send out a call for them?
Stress and whiskey are not good bedfellows.
Are there any dream experts out there, I wonder? Should I send out a call for them?
Written By Sina
Jan. 7, 2019, 1:18 a.m.(4/24/1010 AR)
I am clearly not getting enough sleep. I am not normally so emotional. With everything that has happened, I feel raw and so, so tired.
This is another reason to take a step back. I need to focus my energy. I am stretched too thin and cannot commit the time and energy the Council deserves. I am sorry if I have let anyone down.
This is another reason to take a step back. I need to focus my energy. I am stretched too thin and cannot commit the time and energy the Council deserves. I am sorry if I have let anyone down.
Written By Ysbail
Jan. 7, 2019, 12:43 a.m.(4/23/1010 AR)
In my ignorance, I may have pained a sweet soul. It is a thing I cannot apologize for, as I shall always give the needs of my house and my people the highest priority. It is not the first such wound I have inflicted, nor do I think it will be the last.
Still, as a healer - as a shaman, I regret such actions. I should strive to mend the balances in the world and heal the harms done not create new ones.
Still, as a healer - as a shaman, I regret such actions. I should strive to mend the balances in the world and heal the harms done not create new ones.
Written By Sina
Jan. 6, 2019, 11:54 p.m.(4/23/1010 AR)
It seems to me, after reading Marquessa Reigna's unfortunate post, that a rash of disrespect is going around these days. After considerable thought and prayer on the matter, I have decided to step aside from the Commoner's Council due to disrespect shown to me by some of its members. I regret that this had to be done, but I wish the Council well and hope that they can find a replacement they feel more willing to work with.
If you have a complaint about one of my Scholars, or myself, you are free to address those concerns to me freely and openly, but preferably privately. Preferably with context, and facts, rather than blatant disrespect and vague passive-aggressive comments that mean nothing to me without an understanding of where they are coming from.
We have enough crises to deal with these days without bickering among ourselves. I had hoped for better. Time is precious and fleeting, and quite frankly, I don't have time for added drama when I would rather be focused on my work.
If you have a complaint about one of my Scholars, or myself, you are free to address those concerns to me freely and openly, but preferably privately. Preferably with context, and facts, rather than blatant disrespect and vague passive-aggressive comments that mean nothing to me without an understanding of where they are coming from.
We have enough crises to deal with these days without bickering among ourselves. I had hoped for better. Time is precious and fleeting, and quite frankly, I don't have time for added drama when I would rather be focused on my work.
Written By Lucrezia
Jan. 6, 2019, 11:49 p.m.(4/23/1010 AR)
Ah, the lovely city of Arx. It's been far too long since I've immersed myself in the charm of this locale. To the taverns I say to keep the spirits flowing, for Captain Lucrezia Pravus has returned to port.
Written By Helena
Jan. 6, 2019, 11:44 p.m.(4/23/1010 AR)
Writer's block's a thing, especially when you have a deadline of a public poetry reading. Hopefully more people will come to this one to keep me from having to read too many pieces of my own work. I've been distracted by so many things lately -- some of them terrifying and some of them wonderful, and all of them worth writing about, except that there are some secrets that I must keep for myself, and some terrors not so easily put in meter and rhyme. Still, quill to parchment, I must write something in case no one else is brave enough to read.
Poets of Arx, please do come and help lift our voices in a more choir of various tones and timbres. Or I will have to inflect another writing prompt as I did last time.
I still may do.
Poets of Arx, please do come and help lift our voices in a more choir of various tones and timbres. Or I will have to inflect another writing prompt as I did last time.
I still may do.
Written By Delilah
Jan. 6, 2019, 10:58 p.m.(4/23/1010 AR)
Good sense prevailing in a time of turbulence brings quiet satisfaction. When someone speaks sensibly and openly of a reasonable path, there is reassurance that stands against the upheavals lashing our craft through this particular part of our voyage. For the upheavals are temporary, great though they may seem. Whatever the uncertainties clouding our view for now, I have the certainty of the solidity and purpose shared by my family. And I am grateful for the compassion and caring, the wit and the wisdom shared within. Lo the wrath of Cabbit.
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