Written By Percephon
May 21, 2017, 5:08 p.m.(7/3/1006 AR)
A while ago, for my birthday, a dear friend gifted me with a book about writing poetry. Secretly, I think she might have given it to me in the hopes I'll give her poems rather than make her look at artwork, and if such cunning was the case? I'd have expected nothing less. Regardless, this book offers suggestions on how to start a poem, and one of the thoughts was to find a random line from a white journal and make a poem from it.
'You mumpsimus' ...
I have, understandably, come to a roadblock in this poem. I believe I'll have to read through other of Miss Harper's journals in the hopes of finding more words to mash together to create this particular poem randomly chosen from the white journals.
PS: I believe your advice to Sparte is spot on.
'You mumpsimus' ...
I have, understandably, come to a roadblock in this poem. I believe I'll have to read through other of Miss Harper's journals in the hopes of finding more words to mash together to create this particular poem randomly chosen from the white journals.
PS: I believe your advice to Sparte is spot on.
Written By Aleksei
May 21, 2017, 5:06 p.m.(7/3/1006 AR)
I had to sort of follow the trail of journals back from Fortunato's to find the root of the current disagreement. I was rather surprised to find nobles of Arvum speaking of their intimate knowledge of slavery in response to the reasonable concerns of a native of Eurus. I don't think there are any among us who can claim to know the nature of chains more than someone who hails from the birthplace of slavery -- and fled his homeland in rejection of it.
There is a reason that people don't tend to explain sailing to Islanders, horseriding to Oathlanders, swordfighting to Champions, theology to priests, and so on, and so forth. Prince Mason, in my experience, has a remarkably nuanced understanding of slavery in all its forms, and his opinion and reflections on the subject isn't one I'd so readily toss aside.
It's at least worth thinking that putting a person on an auction block looks a lot different to someone who's seen it happen in Skal'daja. That should be respected and not condescended.
There is a reason that people don't tend to explain sailing to Islanders, horseriding to Oathlanders, swordfighting to Champions, theology to priests, and so on, and so forth. Prince Mason, in my experience, has a remarkably nuanced understanding of slavery in all its forms, and his opinion and reflections on the subject isn't one I'd so readily toss aside.
It's at least worth thinking that putting a person on an auction block looks a lot different to someone who's seen it happen in Skal'daja. That should be respected and not condescended.
Written By Leola
May 21, 2017, 5:06 p.m.(7/3/1006 AR)
I've been watching the celebrations and knightings and honorings of those who fought in the war with a faintly bitter amusement. I'm unsurprised, in truth, but still might hope. The Lyceum has its own priorities, and we are not a nation to praise others, over ourselves.
Written By Sameera
May 21, 2017, 5:05 p.m.(7/3/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
Fish. I will make you fish.
Written By Sameera
May 21, 2017, 5:04 p.m.(7/3/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Ariel
Good for you to be getting married. Since it is what you wanted.
Written By Kima
May 21, 2017, 5:03 p.m.(7/3/1006 AR)
The effort to turn the Verdant Hall into a meal center for the refugees currently residing within Southport Square is going well. Or as well as can be expected. We honestly still struggle with having enough volunteers to adequately serve those who arrive for breakfast or dinner, but it has not prevented anyone from getting something to eat, and all have been remarkably patient and kind. I suppose I am only surprised because, were I without a home, and everything I had ever owned, I would feel bitter.
It seems I have much to learn.
It seems I have much to learn.
Written By Sameera
May 21, 2017, 5:03 p.m.(7/3/1006 AR)
Peopling is difficult. Suppose it gets a little easier as it happens more.
Lady Ariel and Princess Katarina are both getting married. They btoh want me to make their jewels.
Lady Ariel and Princess Katarina are both getting married. They btoh want me to make their jewels.
Written By Abbas
May 21, 2017, 5:03 p.m.(7/3/1006 AR)
Now is the time for the bold and fierce women of Thrax to assert their will into the Salt. If they are worthy then Mangata will see them through the turbulent storms and find them a place within the Leviathan.
There are so few right now but upon their shoulders are the dreams of strong Thraxian women like my mother.
There are so few right now but upon their shoulders are the dreams of strong Thraxian women like my mother.
Written By Leola
May 21, 2017, 5:02 p.m.(7/3/1006 AR)
Since the resurgence of texts from the Forest Lord, I've been intending to dig into them, to find more and read and to learn more of his ways. Instead, though, I've found myself busy; assisting organising hunts, prayer meetings, and the Gray Forest takes up increasing amounts of my time. Brier is always tired, poor girl, and Lindsey has been falling asleep on the table as she read one of the reports to summarise for me.
I'm tired. I have much to do, still, and my work with the Ministry of Agriculture is important.
I'm tired. I have much to do, still, and my work with the Ministry of Agriculture is important.
Written By Abbas
May 21, 2017, 5 p.m.(7/3/1006 AR)
We must not grow soft in the rest between battles. The war is not one. One does not snuff out centuries of plot and fiendish behavior after centuries of preparation. I have watched as people breathe, rest, and lose sight that before us is the time ripest to take the fight into the depths of those whose foolishly stand before the will and feats of mortal man.
Written By Kima
May 21, 2017, 4:56 p.m.(7/3/1006 AR)
Now that the siege is over, so too is my vow to offer martial training without cost.
I have found other means to pay homage to the venerable goddess Gild, and they are without the double edged sword that is freely teaching others how to take life.
Honestly, scholar, I think that is the best prayer I have ever written.
I have found other means to pay homage to the venerable goddess Gild, and they are without the double edged sword that is freely teaching others how to take life.
Honestly, scholar, I think that is the best prayer I have ever written.
Written By Aiden
May 21, 2017, 4:42 p.m.(7/3/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Tikva
She bid on me at auction... and won. I'm not sure what to expect.
Written By Aiden
May 21, 2017, 4:34 p.m.(7/3/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Valerion
It wasn't your fault. As I always said Cousin, girls are weird. The trip we're going to take will help get your mind off things for a while. The world is so vast and there are so many people in it. You'll get through this.
Written By Aiden
May 21, 2017, 4:28 p.m.(7/3/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Arcelia
I would marry you, if such possibilities were broached. You are a fine woman and I do think you'll have no trouble finding a good match for your House. I hope you do not look terribly on me for changing my outlook on love. Even so, I think the trip we're all planning will be well worth it, for a break away from Arx and in spending more quality time together with our friends.
Written By Reese
May 21, 2017, 4:27 p.m.(7/3/1006 AR)
The celebrations are nice to see. Celebrating still existing is good!
But I know there is much work to be done and I will be continuing my patrols.
But I know there is much work to be done and I will be continuing my patrols.
Written By Aiden
May 21, 2017, 4:25 p.m.(7/3/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Estaban
You are the finest quality of a friend. I do hope you can secure us a ship. I think we all need the break from the city.
Written By Rymarr
May 21, 2017, 4:22 p.m.(7/3/1006 AR)
I should probably get some sort of duty beyond the manor and patrols with the household guard. Stop being a shiftless layabout. A job, perhaps.
Written By Karadoc
May 21, 2017, 4:16 p.m.(7/3/1006 AR)
I think today I should learn to not hurt myself in a sparring ring... Before I go into one with someone I am quite certain means to hurt me in one.
Written By Karadoc
May 21, 2017, 4:08 p.m.(7/3/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Eirene
I was auctioned off last night. I am near to certain it was a pity bid, but, 20 thousand silver is still a not inconsiderate sum.
I had thought those with highest titles would go for the most. Generally, that was true. Edain garnered 5 times my amount, and didn't even show.
But.... Auntie Eirene? That was something to behold. I'll never forget that night, when we learned her worth!
I had thought those with highest titles would go for the most. Generally, that was true. Edain garnered 5 times my amount, and didn't even show.
But.... Auntie Eirene? That was something to behold. I'll never forget that night, when we learned her worth!
Written By Serafine
May 21, 2017, 3:49 p.m.(7/3/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Harper
I'm a big fan of 'Eat a dick'.
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