Written By Vandred
Sept. 23, 2018, 9:44 p.m.(8/26/1009 AR)
I met a Lord that seems like one of the decent folks this day. He was able to actually enjoy life without seeming so incredibly stuck up that I instantly felt I couldn't even talk to, nevermind relate to him. Decent person. I'll keep my eye on them.
Written By Sunniva
Sept. 23, 2018, 9:21 p.m.(8/26/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Alarissa
Returning to Arx has been a test in reacquainting myself with the day to day. The truly most joyous things were seeing the family having mostly gathered in support of Harthall's place in the city and that of meeting with the Princess Alarissa Thrax. Her little family has grown and is still growing. Harthall is lucky to have in her an trusted ally and I a friend.
I look forward to her little ones coming to visit at the Keep. I will need to be certain to have the courtyard prepped for the arrival and move the possibly poisonous plants up and into raised containers. I have seen how eagerly they dig into things.
I look forward to her little ones coming to visit at the Keep. I will need to be certain to have the courtyard prepped for the arrival and move the possibly poisonous plants up and into raised containers. I have seen how eagerly they dig into things.
Written By Aureth
Sept. 23, 2018, 9:19 p.m.(8/26/1009 AR)
When I was a boy, I had one little brother to look out for. I never stopped, but family is more than the blood you share. Family is the bonds of love and choice as much as it is who you're born to. Our parents grant us our beginning, but like the Mother of all Beginnings, they do not define what comes next.
The Grayhope family has known this lesson well, and perhaps they have for as long as we've held the name -- or longer, considering what I've learned about our roots. Your family is who you make of it.
I know that when I passed on the reins of the Grayhopes to Magpie a few years ago I could not have made a wiser choice. He was a good boy - a rascal, but a good boy - and he has grown to be a fine man - a scoundrel, but a fine man. And I make him an exemplar of this, because he has taken that lesson to heart. As the love we've borne him, he has taken it into his heart to reach out to others. The trust and loyalty he's granted to my cousin and protege Mayir as voice and business partner has been worth watching, but family isn't limited by pragmatism. Sometimes, love is the only limit there is
I could not be prouder of Magpie Grayhope and Harper Ashdown for adopting Pie together. He could not have better models for generosity of the heart, nor for filial loyalty and friendship.
This is true devotion to Limerance, granting bonds of love and family where otherwise there were none, and to Gild, in whose name charity is done.
For all our Hopes, gods bless you.
The Grayhope family has known this lesson well, and perhaps they have for as long as we've held the name -- or longer, considering what I've learned about our roots. Your family is who you make of it.
I know that when I passed on the reins of the Grayhopes to Magpie a few years ago I could not have made a wiser choice. He was a good boy - a rascal, but a good boy - and he has grown to be a fine man - a scoundrel, but a fine man. And I make him an exemplar of this, because he has taken that lesson to heart. As the love we've borne him, he has taken it into his heart to reach out to others. The trust and loyalty he's granted to my cousin and protege Mayir as voice and business partner has been worth watching, but family isn't limited by pragmatism. Sometimes, love is the only limit there is
I could not be prouder of Magpie Grayhope and Harper Ashdown for adopting Pie together. He could not have better models for generosity of the heart, nor for filial loyalty and friendship.
This is true devotion to Limerance, granting bonds of love and family where otherwise there were none, and to Gild, in whose name charity is done.
For all our Hopes, gods bless you.
Written By Valencia
Sept. 23, 2018, 9:12 p.m.(8/26/1009 AR)
Last night when Captain Marcas inquired about daring drinks and Lady Amari suggested a drinking contest I did not know what would transpire.
Thank you to the very brave and very formidable Missere Captain Marcas Aodh, Lady Amari Keaton, Mistress Nijah and my dearest Archlector Vayne for tasting a very small number of my private collection of daring and rare drinks. Your ability to stand, mostly, after the contest is truly awe inspiring.
My thanks also to Master Draven Bruvir and Wolf Scout Rowenova, as well as my intrepid staff, Missere Master Barkeep Maggnuss, Mistress Lizette, Mistress Anna, Mistress Keiana and Mercy Roan, for their assistance during and after the contest. And to Master Ezekiel for playing his harp so beautifully.
It was a fun night and everyone lived. Thankfully.
I think I shall have to have more such events, and perhaps offer more samplings of the Hart's very special collections.
~~~~<~<@
Thank you to the very brave and very formidable Missere Captain Marcas Aodh, Lady Amari Keaton, Mistress Nijah and my dearest Archlector Vayne for tasting a very small number of my private collection of daring and rare drinks. Your ability to stand, mostly, after the contest is truly awe inspiring.
My thanks also to Master Draven Bruvir and Wolf Scout Rowenova, as well as my intrepid staff, Missere Master Barkeep Maggnuss, Mistress Lizette, Mistress Anna, Mistress Keiana and Mercy Roan, for their assistance during and after the contest. And to Master Ezekiel for playing his harp so beautifully.
It was a fun night and everyone lived. Thankfully.
I think I shall have to have more such events, and perhaps offer more samplings of the Hart's very special collections.
~~~~<~<@
Written By Elgana
Sept. 23, 2018, 9:06 p.m.(8/26/1009 AR)
I've spent a great deal of time this week just napping with my cat. I can understand now why he hunts out those slivers of early morning sun and contents himself there until they move and he has to slink across the floor to renew his basking in their warmth. Such a silly thing but he's rather wormed his way into my heart.
Though I think it is very much true what they say about you not owning the cat but the cat owning you.
I suppose this means I belong to him now.
Though I think it is very much true what they say about you not owning the cat but the cat owning you.
I suppose this means I belong to him now.
Written By Valencia
Sept. 23, 2018, 8:52 p.m.(8/26/1009 AR)
Things I have learned this week:
~ Some drinks are maybe best left unserved.
~ Good company can bring light to any darkness.
~ Some people are not who they say they promise to be. And, though it can be sometimes disappointing, it is likely a blessing in disguise to find.
~ Some people are not who you or others expect them to be. And that can be the most wonderful thing in the world to learn. Thank you for this.
~ Truly strong people can surprise you with strength you never thought possible.
~ Never underestimate the gifts of trust, friendship, freedom or being kind.
~ True grace and generosity is a gift that should be honoured.
~ I should have more parties and definitely private drinking gatherings.
~ Enduring the Last Sting does not mean it’s the last song of the night.
~ Your path may go in a way you do not expect, but that doesn’t mean you won’t reach where you are supposed to be.
~~~~<~<@
~ Some drinks are maybe best left unserved.
~ Good company can bring light to any darkness.
~ Some people are not who they say they promise to be. And, though it can be sometimes disappointing, it is likely a blessing in disguise to find.
~ Some people are not who you or others expect them to be. And that can be the most wonderful thing in the world to learn. Thank you for this.
~ Truly strong people can surprise you with strength you never thought possible.
~ Never underestimate the gifts of trust, friendship, freedom or being kind.
~ True grace and generosity is a gift that should be honoured.
~ I should have more parties and definitely private drinking gatherings.
~ Enduring the Last Sting does not mean it’s the last song of the night.
~ Your path may go in a way you do not expect, but that doesn’t mean you won’t reach where you are supposed to be.
~~~~<~<@
Written By Aiden
Sept. 23, 2018, 8:51 p.m.(8/26/1009 AR)
There's missives.... missives everywhere...
Does someone know of a good assistant that can write responses for me?
Really... there's far too many.
Does someone know of a good assistant that can write responses for me?
Really... there's far too many.
Written By Delilah
Sept. 23, 2018, 8:49 p.m.(8/26/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Jaenelle
So what you suggest, then, is bring someone else's writings to be assessed by him? I will keep that in mind when someone is foolish enough not to lock their drawers.
Written By Aiden
Sept. 23, 2018, 8:49 p.m.(8/26/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Ainsley
It was great to spend time with my brother this week. He was very happy to hold onto little Aileyna. I hope for more brotherly visits in the future!
Written By Felicia
Sept. 23, 2018, 8:49 p.m.(8/26/1009 AR)
Seriously, how in the Abyss do I keep finding scales in my hair?? This is worse than sand..
Written By Felicia
Sept. 23, 2018, 8:47 p.m.(8/26/1009 AR)
So this week I watched people struggle in small boats. Sang (badly), outdrank Brogan (ha!) and then had my ass handed to me with a dead fish. Overall it was a lot of fun, even if after three baths I cannot seem to get rid of that fish smell completely. Ugh.
Written By Sabella
Sept. 23, 2018, 8:42 p.m.(8/26/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Monique
How can I help?
Written By Valencia
Sept. 23, 2018, 8:23 p.m.(8/26/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Shard
I disagree, Mistress Shard.
It was not that you won or lost, but that you graciously offered. It is as simple as that.
Even if your motives may have served something that you wanted, I suspect it was to serve a greater good, which does not detract from your generosity in any way.
I agree, there are many things that one should want more than money. And, I would would be very keen to speak further on the matter with you. Please consider this a most heartfelt invitation to join me in a drink and discussion.
Meanwhile, I will remain honoured and inspired by your generous offer.
~~~<~<@
It was not that you won or lost, but that you graciously offered. It is as simple as that.
Even if your motives may have served something that you wanted, I suspect it was to serve a greater good, which does not detract from your generosity in any way.
I agree, there are many things that one should want more than money. And, I would would be very keen to speak further on the matter with you. Please consider this a most heartfelt invitation to join me in a drink and discussion.
Meanwhile, I will remain honoured and inspired by your generous offer.
~~~<~<@
Written By Felix
Sept. 23, 2018, 8:11 p.m.(8/26/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Sasha
The Marquessa has been kind enough to allow me to offer what small assistance I may in a number of matters, and has returned that favor many fold over, by way of the sharing of information in return. I enjoy the study that is presented, and hope that I might have chance to repay it in kind, should the need ever arise.
Written By Felix
Sept. 23, 2018, 8:05 p.m.(8/26/1009 AR)
I regret that I took such time away from my shop, but am glad to once more be back in the forge. For those who had to wait, my apologies, and for those just coming in, I will hopefully make up for my absence before the need is done.
Written By Jaenelle
Sept. 23, 2018, 8:02 p.m.(8/26/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Delilah
Never ask him to edit anything. He is ruthless, especially when it involves poetry.
Written By Delilah
Sept. 23, 2018, 7:25 p.m.(8/26/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Alaric
Who knew the king was such an outstanding master of poetry? He offered excellent recommendations on rhyme scheme and rhyme patterns.
Not to me, naturally. No one reads my poetry for I write none.
Not to me, naturally. No one reads my poetry for I write none.
Written By Brogan
Sept. 23, 2018, 6:48 p.m.(8/26/1009 AR)
Recently, I lost a drinking contest. ME! I lost hard too. I came in fourth. FOURTH. In my defense, trickery was employed by the winner. Friendly competition, certainly. But I lost DRINKING! Well. Congratulations to Felicia, Helia and Arcadia for their drinking victories.
At least I managed to best Felicia with a huge fish!
Oh, right a point to my rambling! Thraxians throw great parties!
At least I managed to best Felicia with a huge fish!
Oh, right a point to my rambling! Thraxians throw great parties!
Written By Monique
Sept. 23, 2018, 6:41 p.m.(8/26/1009 AR)
I often wonder of others, if you could know the absolute and total truth to one question, what question would you ask?
Written By Alarissa
Sept. 23, 2018, 5:43 p.m.(8/26/1009 AR)
It was with heartfelt delight that the Dominus came to the atrium and blessed it. A step forward to mend and tend to ties between Thrax and the Faith. I agree and whole heartedly. I wait still for the portait of Sanctum that is being worked on and then can clearly call that little project closed. He made good on his promise and when I stand in it, my burdens are light and I feel closer. Already the family gathers there to speak and meet, finding the same peace that I find. How well it will hold to the Arx winters, we shall see.
Astrid actually caught a fish and nearly squeezed the poor thing to perishing. She is being taught not to do that ever again. They are for regarding, not squeezing.
The painting from the inquisition's auction is placed away safely for it's eventual hanging in the shackles when the renovations there are finished. They have just begun and going through there with nothing but sail canvas as they work to finish the windows makes me wonder what it will look like with all that light coming into it that did not before. Also, how to give a nod to what it was, without being tasteless. To wipe all of the history of that room away would be improper.
For now though, for now it's time to order materials.
Astrid actually caught a fish and nearly squeezed the poor thing to perishing. She is being taught not to do that ever again. They are for regarding, not squeezing.
The painting from the inquisition's auction is placed away safely for it's eventual hanging in the shackles when the renovations there are finished. They have just begun and going through there with nothing but sail canvas as they work to finish the windows makes me wonder what it will look like with all that light coming into it that did not before. Also, how to give a nod to what it was, without being tasteless. To wipe all of the history of that room away would be improper.
For now though, for now it's time to order materials.
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