Written By Mikani
April 12, 2019, 11:08 p.m.(11/28/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Maru
Maru ... may you have:
For every storm, a rainbow,
For every tear, a smile,
For every care, a promise,
And a blessing in each trial.
For every problem life sends,
A faithful friend to share,
For every sigh, a sweet song,
And an answer for each prayer.
Thank you for the drinks and the celebration. Welcome to the Scholars.
For every storm, a rainbow,
For every tear, a smile,
For every care, a promise,
And a blessing in each trial.
For every problem life sends,
A faithful friend to share,
For every sigh, a sweet song,
And an answer for each prayer.
Thank you for the drinks and the celebration. Welcome to the Scholars.
Written By Calaudrin
April 12, 2019, 8:41 p.m.(11/28/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Sparte
That was undoubtedly Lieutenant Deepwood's messenger tortoise, trying to make its way back to him. I'm impressed it made it back to the barracks so quickly, I just spotted it in the lower boroughs the other day as I was walking to work. I didn't expect it to return for another three weeks at least.
Written By Mikani
April 12, 2019, 7:54 p.m.(11/28/1010 AR)
Fall comes ... and as the leaves are leaving us. I am reminded of the next portion of the cycle. The dreaded snow. Just hope this winter there isn't poison in it.
Written By Nurie
April 12, 2019, 7:01 p.m.(11/28/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Sabine
Protective muse. Beloved sister.
Written By Joscelin
April 12, 2019, 5:31 p.m.(11/28/1010 AR)
Bear with me; I'm about to fly off the handle.
Written By Monique
April 12, 2019, 4:11 p.m.(11/28/1010 AR)
The invitations for the inaugural Tournament of Thorns Planning Committee have gone out! I swore to myself I would never do this again after The Gala but... I lied. This is going to be monumental!
Written By Sorrel
April 12, 2019, 3:56 p.m.(11/28/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
It is a good feeling to feel hope. To feel alive and good. To feel the warmth of the light despite the cold of the weather.
Little boy and baby sister went with me to see Cousin Sophie walk in the light and take her vows as Godsworn in a beautiful ceremony. We were very well-behaved and enjoyed it greatly. It was a wondrous good.
Little boy and baby sister went with me to see Cousin Sophie walk in the light and take her vows as Godsworn in a beautiful ceremony. We were very well-behaved and enjoyed it greatly. It was a wondrous good.
Written By Mikani
April 12, 2019, 1:55 p.m.(11/28/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Athaur
Count Athaur,
I am jealous. I wish I had a sister that loved to gift me boats. You are very blessed to have such a sister. You must gift her back.
I am jealous. I wish I had a sister that loved to gift me boats. You are very blessed to have such a sister. You must gift her back.
Written By Tikva
April 12, 2019, 1:02 p.m.(11/28/1010 AR)
All things are possible.
The world is dark. It is rife with greed, with conflict, with ignorance and pettiness, nastiness and gloom. Poisons lurk in the heart, in the spirit, in the mind. The unpleasant sides of ourselves that we would rather not acknowledge.
Yet _we are_. We stand in the light of day, hand in hand, and fill our lungs to sing and greet the morning. I taste the brisk chill of autumn on my tongue and feel the fire of dawn upon my eyelids and I smile.
Because all things are possible.
Learn for no reason besides the joy of knowing. Give for no reason besides the delight of another heart. And when you feel yourself weighted down by the yoke of spent passion and weariness and a heart teetering on the brink of despair, trust in the giving heart of your friend to lift you up again. Because he can, or she can. Because love is the warmest sunshine, hope is the sweetest drink--
And _all things are possible_.
Not just today, but all days. Sing it aloud, as loud as you can. I know I will.
The world is dark. It is rife with greed, with conflict, with ignorance and pettiness, nastiness and gloom. Poisons lurk in the heart, in the spirit, in the mind. The unpleasant sides of ourselves that we would rather not acknowledge.
Yet _we are_. We stand in the light of day, hand in hand, and fill our lungs to sing and greet the morning. I taste the brisk chill of autumn on my tongue and feel the fire of dawn upon my eyelids and I smile.
Because all things are possible.
Learn for no reason besides the joy of knowing. Give for no reason besides the delight of another heart. And when you feel yourself weighted down by the yoke of spent passion and weariness and a heart teetering on the brink of despair, trust in the giving heart of your friend to lift you up again. Because he can, or she can. Because love is the warmest sunshine, hope is the sweetest drink--
And _all things are possible_.
Not just today, but all days. Sing it aloud, as loud as you can. I know I will.
Written By Sparte
April 12, 2019, noon(11/28/1010 AR)
I nearly tripped over a turtle messenger today walking down the hall at the barracks. I've really no idea who they were delivering something to, but I removed the message and gave it to a proper messenger. The turtle was put back outside. The turtle is lucky it was me and not some guardsman in full plate not looking where he stepped.
Written By Domonico
April 12, 2019, 11:57 a.m.(11/28/1010 AR)
Admiral Alrec is a formidable opponent. Even if there was nothing else he is due respect for that.
Written By Valenzo
April 12, 2019, 10:56 a.m.(11/27/1010 AR)
...Gods damn it all.
Well, you know what they say: you're often your own worst enemy.
Well, you know what they say: you're often your own worst enemy.
Written By Vitalis
April 12, 2019, 9:26 a.m.(11/27/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Apollo
I visited the Leather Paean and found Messere Apollo’s wares to be unlike any others in the City. The cloaks he has on offer - which grew legs as I watched - are as durable and well-made as they are exquisite with colors that must be seen to be believed.
Go. Get something. You will not walk away disappointed. Unless you go tomorrow, because there won’t be anything to see.
Go. Get something. You will not walk away disappointed. Unless you go tomorrow, because there won’t be anything to see.
Written By Arcadia
April 12, 2019, 9:24 a.m.(11/27/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Iliana
You are hardly my mother!
Written By Radhilde
April 12, 2019, 6:54 a.m.(11/27/1010 AR)
I always have a wonderful time at Kaia's gatherings and I enjoy the mingling and interactions with others who I am beginning to see quite regularly. It's nice not to be so unknown anymore.
Written By Athaur
April 12, 2019, 6:22 a.m.(11/27/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Eshra
Some sisters get you thoughtful gifts. They consider the various options and interests you have. They take the time to scour the city to find just the right thing for you.
Mine got me Boats. So many boats...
Your sisters should take a lesson.
Mine got me Boats. So many boats...
Your sisters should take a lesson.
Written By Nurie
April 12, 2019, 4:01 a.m.(11/27/1010 AR)
A bouquet of fall leaves just as colorful and lively as spring flowers, the silvery light of the moon making the shadows draw long and inky black, the still pleasant nip of cold air at noses and cheeks, and a sweet companion to stroll with.
Sometimes despite whatever pain or fear or uncertainty that may envelop us, there is a blessing of something near-magical to ease heart and mind. At least for a little while.
Sometimes despite whatever pain or fear or uncertainty that may envelop us, there is a blessing of something near-magical to ease heart and mind. At least for a little while.
Written By Fairen
April 12, 2019, 3:35 a.m.(11/27/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Arcadia
Cady, I believe I made it quite clear it would be Captain Grandt of the house guard who would be eating Carrots.
The man has an unnatural taste for rabbit and probably other vermin as well; I swear I caught him snatching a rat away from an old tom once.
(Hullo, Grandt!)
The man has an unnatural taste for rabbit and probably other vermin as well; I swear I caught him snatching a rat away from an old tom once.
(Hullo, Grandt!)
Written By Elfriede
April 12, 2019, 2:51 a.m.(11/27/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Rinel
Rinel, the goodwoman;
If your gaze could hold weight much like they beheld expectation, you'd have anvils for eyes. I was scarce on details about the sea in person due to reasons I'd rather not elaborate deeply, but know it esteems from a particularly selfish place unrelated to you or your demeanor.
Even those you agree with or find particularly likeable you'll learn to hate if you spend thirty, sixty, ninety days at sea with them. The most loving, the most thriving and welcoming of entities, you'll grow to scorn and disdain after you've found yourself staring at them dizzily, afternoon after the morning, having puked the remainder of your dinner out over the deck's edge due to hard rocking, product of hard stirring.
And don't let me get started on the wind. Some sailors prefer to hang their hammocks on the top deck, I'm not one of such sailors. And sometimes you won't, don't have a choice. And the cloth doesn't stop the wind from seeping in from below, so you'll feel as being caressed by a tedious, never-ending feel of wind on the flesh that's almost torture.
Stay away from boats. We're land creatures.
If your gaze could hold weight much like they beheld expectation, you'd have anvils for eyes. I was scarce on details about the sea in person due to reasons I'd rather not elaborate deeply, but know it esteems from a particularly selfish place unrelated to you or your demeanor.
Even those you agree with or find particularly likeable you'll learn to hate if you spend thirty, sixty, ninety days at sea with them. The most loving, the most thriving and welcoming of entities, you'll grow to scorn and disdain after you've found yourself staring at them dizzily, afternoon after the morning, having puked the remainder of your dinner out over the deck's edge due to hard rocking, product of hard stirring.
And don't let me get started on the wind. Some sailors prefer to hang their hammocks on the top deck, I'm not one of such sailors. And sometimes you won't, don't have a choice. And the cloth doesn't stop the wind from seeping in from below, so you'll feel as being caressed by a tedious, never-ending feel of wind on the flesh that's almost torture.
Stay away from boats. We're land creatures.
Written By Helena
April 12, 2019, 1:10 a.m.(11/27/1010 AR)
I haven't always been the most pious. I have always loved the pageantry and poetry of tradition and ritual, but of late, the gods and goddesses and spirits alike have made themselves known to me in myriad ways.
Congratulations to the former Princess Sophie, now Crownsworn, on her dedication to the Faith. It is not a path I think I would ever be strong enough to follow. I am sure she is, and that the Faith is the stronger for her.
Tonight I asked a question at a shrine, and I was given answers, which lead to more questions -- such is the way with faith, is it not?
It was enlightening and terrifying at once, and I am not quite as I was before. There will be more nightmares, I fear, but there is also hope and there are actions I can take -- I have a path I hope I can be strong enough to walk.
At least I am not alone.
Congratulations to the former Princess Sophie, now Crownsworn, on her dedication to the Faith. It is not a path I think I would ever be strong enough to follow. I am sure she is, and that the Faith is the stronger for her.
Tonight I asked a question at a shrine, and I was given answers, which lead to more questions -- such is the way with faith, is it not?
It was enlightening and terrifying at once, and I am not quite as I was before. There will be more nightmares, I fear, but there is also hope and there are actions I can take -- I have a path I hope I can be strong enough to walk.
At least I am not alone.
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