Written By Korka
April 19, 2020, 8:26 p.m.(2/22/1013 AR)
Sometimes it surprises me how disappointing people can be.
Not often, since I expect it, but sometimes.
Not often, since I expect it, but sometimes.
Written By Lucita
April 19, 2020, 8:15 p.m.(2/22/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Quenia
Strong and enduring. You'll get through this, too.
Written By Tanith
April 19, 2020, 7:48 p.m.(2/22/1013 AR)
WE HAD A PARTY. YES. Party.
where is my-
where is my-
Written By Valencia
April 19, 2020, 7:28 p.m.(2/22/1013 AR)
Sometimes I dream of past things. What could-have-beens. Dreams of what I deeply wanted with all my heart, now lost. Or those who held my heart and now are gone from my life.
These dreams seem so perfect when I wake. All the ills and scars rubbed smooth by time and faded memories. But with the cold light of day the fissures and fractures are brought into sharper focus and burn my dreamy fancies away.
Will I still yearn and dream? Will I still hope? Yes, I am believe I remain human and have a heart. I want to believe in miracles and hope.
And, should it come to pass that new life is found in barren ground, well, I shall feel blessed and kiss my luck full on the face for such a beautiful gift. But I don't wish to hold breath as the waters of grief to rise up and wash over me while I wait for what could-have-beens. For that is how you drown and I have so much more life to partake in.
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These dreams seem so perfect when I wake. All the ills and scars rubbed smooth by time and faded memories. But with the cold light of day the fissures and fractures are brought into sharper focus and burn my dreamy fancies away.
Will I still yearn and dream? Will I still hope? Yes, I am believe I remain human and have a heart. I want to believe in miracles and hope.
And, should it come to pass that new life is found in barren ground, well, I shall feel blessed and kiss my luck full on the face for such a beautiful gift. But I don't wish to hold breath as the waters of grief to rise up and wash over me while I wait for what could-have-beens. For that is how you drown and I have so much more life to partake in.
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Written By Shae
April 19, 2020, 7:15 p.m.(2/22/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Kedehern
I'm thankful to have Kedehern as my friend and husband, and for his unfailing support. That he is my partner to walk along side me.
Written By Shae
April 19, 2020, 7:12 p.m.(2/22/1013 AR)
It's frustrating to think that you thought you were on the right path, and to find out you were wrong the whole time. I can't change that, all I can do is to find a new way, or a new path forward.
Written By Shae
April 19, 2020, 7:10 p.m.(2/22/1013 AR)
It seems the constant morning sickness has finally passed. The baby seems to be very active though, I think that is a good sign. We just passed six months not long ago.
Written By Sorrel
April 19, 2020, 6:59 p.m.(2/22/1013 AR)
It seems like a popular day to write white journals. The archives are quite full of people eagerly recording their lives and times.
As to me, it's been a week of strange but hopeful dreams. I am eager to see what comes of all the things that we have been slowly working on over time.
What an exciting time to be alive!
As to me, it's been a week of strange but hopeful dreams. I am eager to see what comes of all the things that we have been slowly working on over time.
What an exciting time to be alive!
Written By Sydney
April 19, 2020, 6:53 p.m.(2/22/1013 AR)
Markers of a successful party:
I got a ring, kissed by the bride, kissed the groom, did an obstacle course, got absolutely trashed, accused Korka of being a Shadow, then ran out to retch, and then came back in and drank more.
...I don't remember much else.
It was amazing.
I got a ring, kissed by the bride, kissed the groom, did an obstacle course, got absolutely trashed, accused Korka of being a Shadow, then ran out to retch, and then came back in and drank more.
...I don't remember much else.
It was amazing.
Written By Dycard
April 19, 2020, 6:40 p.m.(2/22/1013 AR)
The groundwork is laid. I still have more people to meet, to smile at and drink with to truly make this plan as prosperous as possible, but the basics are in place - Blackshore will take to the waves and hunt great beasts again, scholar, as we did in the Reckoning. The harpoons shall fly, we'll spill the blood of the ocean's whales on our shores, and the wind will fill our sails.
I would be lying if I didn't feel a sense of pride, standing at the prow of the Gambit and picturing us running the sea's bounty to ground. Do not mistake this for bloodlust - I find no enjoyment in the idea of the kill, but there *is* enjoyment and adrenaline to the hunt, the chase. To pitting our wills and our steel against the mighty beasts of the sea, and winning. The fact that this will put New Hope on the map and further our House's ambitions is but a bonus.
This does lead me to my other concerns, however. As I think of whaling and how it will better Blackshore, New Hope and our subjects, I cannot help but think of the legends that circulate about my family, and the last time we spilt the blood of great beasts on our shores. My uncle's dreams concern me, and my lack of direct progress in my investigations gnaws at the back of my mind as if the very thought itself is hungry. By the same token, when I am not distracted, particularly at night when sleep eludes me, my thoughts are called back to the sea.
Something is down there, scholar, in the unchartable depths. Its call has been quieted of late, but I cannot escape the feeling that it is only a matter of time before it calls again, with renewed strength.
I would be lying if I didn't feel a sense of pride, standing at the prow of the Gambit and picturing us running the sea's bounty to ground. Do not mistake this for bloodlust - I find no enjoyment in the idea of the kill, but there *is* enjoyment and adrenaline to the hunt, the chase. To pitting our wills and our steel against the mighty beasts of the sea, and winning. The fact that this will put New Hope on the map and further our House's ambitions is but a bonus.
This does lead me to my other concerns, however. As I think of whaling and how it will better Blackshore, New Hope and our subjects, I cannot help but think of the legends that circulate about my family, and the last time we spilt the blood of great beasts on our shores. My uncle's dreams concern me, and my lack of direct progress in my investigations gnaws at the back of my mind as if the very thought itself is hungry. By the same token, when I am not distracted, particularly at night when sleep eludes me, my thoughts are called back to the sea.
Something is down there, scholar, in the unchartable depths. Its call has been quieted of late, but I cannot escape the feeling that it is only a matter of time before it calls again, with renewed strength.
Written By Lucene
April 19, 2020, 6:32 p.m.(2/22/1013 AR)
Everyone has a choice. Everyone should have that freedom and that power.
But I do wonder if choosing to make somebody else make a choice to you falls under that, as well. I reckon it would, what about you, Scholar?
But I do wonder if choosing to make somebody else make a choice to you falls under that, as well. I reckon it would, what about you, Scholar?
Written By Corrigan
April 19, 2020, 6:27 p.m.(2/22/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Tanith
Not the worst party I've been to. Shame about the ending, but I guess it's inevitable in certain company.
Congratulations, I guess.
Congratulations, I guess.
Written By Cristoph
April 19, 2020, 6:24 p.m.(2/22/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Alis
Princess Alis is an excellent co-host of meetings.
Written By Cristoph
April 19, 2020, 6:22 p.m.(2/22/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Jael
Sometimes even now, Jael and myself are prone to moments of sibling bickering. But there's also many more moments where she knows my mind as well as I do and there's a comfort to that. I've never for a moment regretted the decision to bring her on as a Voice for our house.
Written By Bhandn
April 19, 2020, 5:34 p.m.(2/22/1013 AR)
I have not been writing as much lately. Too much of my time has been spent in research and frustration. This is not to say I've been shirking at duties, but rather that any time for myself has been a grueling slog through text after text, hoping to find something that's relevant to the topic. I can only stand so many allusions in one day; I don't know how the lad can be happy going through so many treatises, let alone keep track of them all, but he actually said to me that it was fun for him. I can't judge a young man for doing what he wants.
Still, I suppose complaints are something I should not be putting to paper. It's good to be able to repay others for their aid. While I don't mind a bit of charity myself, it leaves me feeling as though it should be a favor returned. Perhaps that's my father's influence; merchants typically don't give out something for free, but rather expect payment for their goods. I think it was that as well as knighthood that makes me feel this need.
I will have to think on that, once I have finished this current project.
Still, I suppose complaints are something I should not be putting to paper. It's good to be able to repay others for their aid. While I don't mind a bit of charity myself, it leaves me feeling as though it should be a favor returned. Perhaps that's my father's influence; merchants typically don't give out something for free, but rather expect payment for their goods. I think it was that as well as knighthood that makes me feel this need.
I will have to think on that, once I have finished this current project.
Written By Delilah
April 19, 2020, 5:11 p.m.(2/22/1013 AR)
Strongly considering I need a new hobby.
Written By Delilah
April 19, 2020, 5:11 p.m.(2/22/1013 AR)
Language is not a servant of perception. It -is- perception, giving form and shape to ideas.
Written By Tanith
April 19, 2020, 5:09 p.m.(2/22/1013 AR)
What a party. I am tired.
Chandelier swinging!
Orphans!
Worms! Shoes!
-Lies-.
It was fantastic.
Chandelier swinging!
Orphans!
Worms! Shoes!
-Lies-.
It was fantastic.
Written By Reese
April 19, 2020, 4:26 p.m.(2/22/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Arianna
Princess Arianna Pravus - You will be very missed and I have every expectation your soul will be reborn again.
Reese
Reese
Written By Sunaia
April 19, 2020, 4:17 p.m.(2/22/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Avary
Having finished reading Killian's white journals, I've turned next to Avary's - as you know, scholar.
It's interesting to read her thoughts written upon vellum when I haven't had the faintest idea of what might be going on in her mind during my entire life. She's been an impassive, silent force - and, though she is the Archlector of the Sentinel, I haven't felt myself to be under her watchful gaze at all; I've felt, rather, so distant, so hidden from her view that it's as if I didn't even exist to her at all. But, that's what she wanted, isn't it?
She has a brilliant mind, of course; and, if it is that to which I am compared, when others say I'm like her, then I'm honestly humbled and honored. Though, I'm more certain it has to do with the fact that they simply don't know me well.
It's interesting to read her thoughts written upon vellum when I haven't had the faintest idea of what might be going on in her mind during my entire life. She's been an impassive, silent force - and, though she is the Archlector of the Sentinel, I haven't felt myself to be under her watchful gaze at all; I've felt, rather, so distant, so hidden from her view that it's as if I didn't even exist to her at all. But, that's what she wanted, isn't it?
She has a brilliant mind, of course; and, if it is that to which I am compared, when others say I'm like her, then I'm honestly humbled and honored. Though, I'm more certain it has to do with the fact that they simply don't know me well.
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