Written By Aiden
Aug. 5, 2018, 12:02 a.m.(4/27/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Salvatore
Some first impressions are more memorable than others. Lord Salvatore is one of those.
Written By Aiden
Aug. 4, 2018, 11:59 p.m.(4/27/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Grazia
I don't think anyone will believe it until they see it, or feel it, like I did. It flutters a lot.
I think you'll be a strong role model and mother.
I think you'll be a strong role model and mother.
Written By Delilah
Aug. 4, 2018, 11:33 p.m.(4/27/1009 AR)
Note to self - Velenosan princesses are considerably dangerous when engaged in tugs-of-war.
Note to self - Singing while inspiring rope pullers could be considered to be remarkably good exercise, and I should pursue this with Kenna!
Note to self - Singing while inspiring rope pullers could be considered to be remarkably good exercise, and I should pursue this with Kenna!
Written By Niklas
Aug. 4, 2018, 11:26 p.m.(4/27/1009 AR)
This should be fun.
Written By Pasquale
Aug. 4, 2018, 10:53 p.m.(4/27/1009 AR)
Today I drank good wine with the King of the Compact, the Archlector of Death, a prince, and no less than six princesses (if at different times, and I may be missing one). I feel as if there's a joke of the 'such and such walk into a bar' persuasion to be made out of all that. I may tinker with such this week, see if I can find the right punchline. There is much I miss about living in the Lyceum, but the capital has its amusements some days.
Written By Karadoc
Aug. 4, 2018, 10:43 p.m.(4/27/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Berenice
...the consequences are often more memorable than the act itself.
Written By Lys
Aug. 4, 2018, 10:31 p.m.(4/27/1009 AR)
I dreamt I stood before a king craved from stone. / I carved open my chest for him alone. / And gave, still beating, my heart. / But he remained unmoved, and stone.
Written By Lys
Aug. 4, 2018, 10:24 p.m.(4/27/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Audric
We weren't close when I was younger, but it still feels almost as if we were. It's interesting how easily a family fits together; like links of chainmail.
Written By Brannen
Aug. 4, 2018, 9:33 p.m.(4/27/1009 AR)
I watched the ceremony of a new Godsworn today. I had never met the woman in question, by name mostly and reputation partly, but as far as I'm concerned, that doesn't matter. To devote one's life to the gods is a good one and just as valid as any other quest to something you're devoted to. Though perhaps a bit more personal to some than to other's. And it had occurred to me to think back, think about my own ceremony and initiation. My own and Bree's. I was younger then, or I suppose, we were both younger then. I say that as one who's still rather young in the grander scope of things, even if I feel anything but. I should be a bit more humble about that, but I haven't felt young in a very long time.
Still, I had sat there, and wondered how I'd felt about it. If I felt the same for them as I did for myself when I took my own vows. And after having seen this ceremony as many times as I have, the feeling hasn't really changed. There's a particular respect involved, knowing from experience just what exactly it means to give up almost everything you know. That it's a matter of utter faith, the belief that the choice you're making is the right one. But you'll never know if it was. Maybe not for years. The feeling that it's something you should be doing, but wondering, for time after if it was the right thing. I suppose I'm speaking for myself more than anyone else, but for me, it was a fine line. Some people don't falter and hesitate, born and made for this kind of life, and that there was no question involved in it. Others second guess. Bree never hesitated. I still wonder. Could be that's just how siblings are.
But could that just be how things are. Could be that's apart of the larger plan. That I'm supposed to wonder. Bree likes to say she's sure of everything she does. Not sure I ascribe to that. Certainty has an odd way of blinding you. She would say I second guess too much. She's probably right. I don't question my devotion or my duty or dreams. That's never been the issue. Only this nagging sense that I could've done better or differently. That kind of thinking will drive a person to drink. I suppose it's an effort to keep myself open minded. Grounded and level.
I'm not sure where I was going with all this, I feel like I'm rambling at this point. Just something I was thinking about, I suppose.
Still, I had sat there, and wondered how I'd felt about it. If I felt the same for them as I did for myself when I took my own vows. And after having seen this ceremony as many times as I have, the feeling hasn't really changed. There's a particular respect involved, knowing from experience just what exactly it means to give up almost everything you know. That it's a matter of utter faith, the belief that the choice you're making is the right one. But you'll never know if it was. Maybe not for years. The feeling that it's something you should be doing, but wondering, for time after if it was the right thing. I suppose I'm speaking for myself more than anyone else, but for me, it was a fine line. Some people don't falter and hesitate, born and made for this kind of life, and that there was no question involved in it. Others second guess. Bree never hesitated. I still wonder. Could be that's just how siblings are.
But could that just be how things are. Could be that's apart of the larger plan. That I'm supposed to wonder. Bree likes to say she's sure of everything she does. Not sure I ascribe to that. Certainty has an odd way of blinding you. She would say I second guess too much. She's probably right. I don't question my devotion or my duty or dreams. That's never been the issue. Only this nagging sense that I could've done better or differently. That kind of thinking will drive a person to drink. I suppose it's an effort to keep myself open minded. Grounded and level.
I'm not sure where I was going with all this, I feel like I'm rambling at this point. Just something I was thinking about, I suppose.
Written By Berenice
Aug. 4, 2018, 8:22 p.m.(4/27/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Karadoc
You should _definitely_ be thinking about consequences, Evergreen.
Written By Quenia
Aug. 4, 2018, 7:54 p.m.(4/27/1009 AR)
Here I go, standing on the precipice again. Holding my breath, I've jumped over the cliff. We'll see if I come up for air later, for there was nothing so scary as what I did today. Truthfully. Terrifying.
Written By Thena
Aug. 4, 2018, 6:29 p.m.(4/27/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Karadoc
Sometimes not thinking about the...conservatories is the conservatories.
Written By Riagnon
Aug. 4, 2018, 6:17 p.m.(4/27/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Karadoc
Conservatories?
Written By Karadoc
Aug. 4, 2018, 6:15 p.m.(4/27/1009 AR)
Why do we put ourselves through the rigors (trials -- pains -- you choose, Scholar) of undertaking vows without even once considering the conse --
No, not finishing that question.
No, not finishing that question.
Written By Cullen
Aug. 4, 2018, 5:59 p.m.(4/27/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Edain
Got a rare chance to spar with the High Lord in this morning, and it reminded me of how fortunate we are to have him. House Valardin is full of exemplary individuals, paragons of knighthood and chivalry and faith, but I do not know if any combine them all - as well as wise and compassionate leadership - as Prince Edain. Ever since I took my vows of knighthood in Sanctum, I've never been anything but proud to belong to their fealty - and he is a perfect example as to why.
Written By Vanora
Aug. 4, 2018, 5:51 p.m.(4/27/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Valdemar
Beloved,
I am as proud of you in this moment than I can ever remember being. I could list the qualities that I admire about you and they might sound sweet and be worthy of anniversary toasts and the like.
However I wish to convey, to you, to our son when he reads these one day...that it is not our accomplishments but our accomplishments combined with our reactions to them that make up who we are. You and your family have gone through trying times, which I pray are slowly becoming less trying. You have had to reevaluate the relationships around you, and lost people who mattered to you. I never forget that I play no small part in this, that I cost you the camaraderie of old sailing companions, that you might have this marriage.
If I had the power to, I would have begged Eleyna to take you under her wing perhaps, to help us get onto our feet...and out of love, especially if a plan presented itself, she would have.
Yet this I had no control over, no influence over, beyond one suggestion to you months ago. You were approached by the Mirrorguard because they know you to be a worthy member, skilled at fighting but also at leading. You were named to that position as the best man for the job. I am proud of you for being that man. Proud of you for being as tenacious as I am.
We are well matched, my dear one.
I am as proud of you in this moment than I can ever remember being. I could list the qualities that I admire about you and they might sound sweet and be worthy of anniversary toasts and the like.
However I wish to convey, to you, to our son when he reads these one day...that it is not our accomplishments but our accomplishments combined with our reactions to them that make up who we are. You and your family have gone through trying times, which I pray are slowly becoming less trying. You have had to reevaluate the relationships around you, and lost people who mattered to you. I never forget that I play no small part in this, that I cost you the camaraderie of old sailing companions, that you might have this marriage.
If I had the power to, I would have begged Eleyna to take you under her wing perhaps, to help us get onto our feet...and out of love, especially if a plan presented itself, she would have.
Yet this I had no control over, no influence over, beyond one suggestion to you months ago. You were approached by the Mirrorguard because they know you to be a worthy member, skilled at fighting but also at leading. You were named to that position as the best man for the job. I am proud of you for being that man. Proud of you for being as tenacious as I am.
We are well matched, my dear one.
Written By Monique
Aug. 4, 2018, 5:44 p.m.(4/27/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Derovai
I'm all aquiver to receive it.
Written By Gerard
Aug. 4, 2018, 5:37 p.m.(4/27/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Ida
Never tempt a knight, especially with something he was very much planning to do anyway! Now to plan the wedding in a few months, which I'm sure will be delightful. You make me happy in the best of all possible ways every day, and I am besides myself that you actually said yes. To all the years to come, dear.
Written By Ida
Aug. 4, 2018, 5:34 p.m.(4/27/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Gerard
Had tea with Sir Gerard, who often makes me forget my name in the best ways possible. I'm going to marry this one. I mean it. He asked and I said yes. The patrons of the Mercier seemed pleased and far more comfortable once we got off the floor.
Written By Vanora
Aug. 4, 2018, 5:24 p.m.(4/27/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Cassima
It was so good to catch up with an old friend for even a few hours and let the hot springs handle this aching back.
I emerged feeling reborn almost, freshly clean, smoothly scented, the day mine to take on at whim.
I emerged feeling reborn almost, freshly clean, smoothly scented, the day mine to take on at whim.
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