Written By Thesarin
Feb. 18, 2018, 9:35 p.m.(3/20/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
Setting in the Whites my thanks to Samantha Deepwood for the party on the Deepwood grounds.
Folk were happy. Children and men and women grown. Dancing, racing, and laughing.
Don't much dance, and laugh less. But it was a fine thing to stand in.
Folk were happy. Children and men and women grown. Dancing, racing, and laughing.
Don't much dance, and laugh less. But it was a fine thing to stand in.
Written By Saoirse
Feb. 18, 2018, 4:25 p.m.(3/19/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
I have been informed that taking a book to, and reading at, your party may be considered rude. You have my upfront apologies and assurances that I meant to do no more than reassure the public that all is so very well indeed that their royalty may relax and take in a tome in any ol setting. I will attempt to curb my antisocial behavior in the future.
Written By Derovai
Feb. 5, 2018, 8:48 p.m.(2/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
I said none of that, but I'll see you there. Of course I'll buy. I'll even pick the drink.
Written By Derovai
Feb. 5, 2018, 7:12 p.m.(2/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
I live in the Lowers, and I haven't seen you there before. Do you want to have a drink at the Murder of Crows to discuss how to put philosophy into action? Send a messenger. I'll buy.
Written By Jessa
Feb. 4, 2018, 10:49 p.m.(2/14/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
I admit, I was concerned the marquessa -- Samantha -- might take it badly that relatives from some old offshoot branch of Deepwood showed up hoping to seek a better future in their ancestral line. But she's been absolutely welcoming, seemingly glad to have new Deepwoods around. I suppose she's lived the opposite of our lives in Grayridge; you could hardly set foot anywhere without almost stepping on someone else, but here... she must have been so alone. Two people -- and one child -- are not enough to make a lively house. I can only hope that Emily, Grady, and I can help her restore the Deepwood name.
Written By Joscelin
Feb. 2, 2018, 3:21 p.m.(2/9/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
I'm sad to confess that I'd never gone to a play before last night. It took Mae hooting every other line before I finally caught on, even then... it seems so odd to be so noisy when others are on stage! If we're hollering at them, won't we miss something? Won't -they-? But apparently, I worried for nothing. It was fun. I can't wait to go again.
Written By Grady
Jan. 31, 2018, 4:38 p.m.(1/26/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
I'm not sure what I expected of our Marquessa. She was warm and welcoming, by turns shy and straightforward. The Deepwood family has roots here now, and I think we'll enjoy our stay here. I'll admit I wasn't too sure about making the trip but I'm excited now as possibilities open up for all of us. She welcomed us home and it really feels like we're here to stay.
Written By Ainsley
Jan. 26, 2018, 5:56 p.m.(1/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
Can I be a flower too? I'd love to be a petunia.
Written By Arianna
Jan. 25, 2018, 6:03 p.m.(1/14/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
The Inquisition? Really now. I'm pretty sure they investigate crimes of the magical type. Not the stances and opinions of a noblewoman. Since we're on that note, it's so easy to see the corruption in the institutions of the Crown were they to stoop to "leg-breaking" in order to enforce their will on the populace.
Oh wait....would you like a shovel?
Oh wait....would you like a shovel?
Written By Arianna
Jan. 25, 2018, 5:44 p.m.(1/14/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
"Yes, lets reward a princess already bent heavy with her obligations to the Crown and Compact by giving her even more obligation with which to be weighed down." - Marquessa Samantha Deepwood
Okay so let's instead reward her with gross abuse and continue to watch her isolate herself more and more instead? Let me speak plainly. House Grayson has not stood by Reese when she needed them to. I've been present when her family is flippant, at the best of times, and downright disrespectful in others. She has done much for our House and it's time to honor and respect her for her contributions or else I fear that we will lose her to people who /do/ appreciate her for the leader she is.
It takes more than etiquette and diplomacy to be a great leader of men and no one has demonstrated that more than Reese. She's not buckled under the burden of gross negligence and ostracization from her kinfolk and peers in House Grayson, I doubt she'll buckle under the pressure of being in a position she should already occupy.
Okay so let's instead reward her with gross abuse and continue to watch her isolate herself more and more instead? Let me speak plainly. House Grayson has not stood by Reese when she needed them to. I've been present when her family is flippant, at the best of times, and downright disrespectful in others. She has done much for our House and it's time to honor and respect her for her contributions or else I fear that we will lose her to people who /do/ appreciate her for the leader she is.
It takes more than etiquette and diplomacy to be a great leader of men and no one has demonstrated that more than Reese. She's not buckled under the burden of gross negligence and ostracization from her kinfolk and peers in House Grayson, I doubt she'll buckle under the pressure of being in a position she should already occupy.
Written By Margerie
Jan. 23, 2018, 12:12 p.m.(1/9/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
What a fascinating idea! I must remember to write to request a copy of the book. When we have had a chance to read it, would it be possible to organize a group to discuss the concepts you have set forth?
I am very much looking forward to reading your work.
M Keaton
I am very much looking forward to reading your work.
M Keaton
Written By Mae
Jan. 12, 2018, 11:59 a.m.(12/14/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
We all have sins in our past, whether they are our own, or whether they are those of our family and ancestors. Some are large, some are great. Some of us benefited for the struggles of the Compact. Some of our families gained piles of silver from misfortune. Some of us were granted great power by the workings of our enemies. I do not believe these actions define who we are - especially when they are wholly the doing of other people. That is not what the Queen of Endings and Mother of Beginnings shows us. That is not the change Lagoma brings. To question the commitment of the Grayhope family to the Compact because one of its members takes issue with the history of the Nox'alfar - a history marked by blood and violation of the Laws of Limerance was we understand them - seems unfair, unkind, and against the virtues of the Gods. Even if one member of the family was not faithful to the Compact. After all, many of this family's members dutifully serve the Gods and the Compact.
It would be on par with questioning the commitment of a noblewoman whenever she disagreed with the majority, simply because she was first made a Marquessa by the Rex'alfar.
It would be on par with questioning the commitment of a noblewoman whenever she disagreed with the majority, simply because she was first made a Marquessa by the Rex'alfar.
Written By Thena
Jan. 12, 2018, 11:31 a.m.(12/14/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
I was going to say it was ironic given that one of his kinsmen is Death’s chosen, but your point is very...pointy.
Written By Leona
Dec. 27, 2017, 3:07 p.m.(11/8/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
As the current Lord Commander of the King's Own, I've given the guards fair warning that any baked goods should be vigorously inspected, but that if some aren't saved for me they'll be doubletiming their daily exercises.
Written By Thesarin
Dec. 21, 2017, 7:28 p.m.(10/24/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
A long while back, at a friend's grave, Eshkorin Greenblood told me a good chief can't spend time dwelling on things happened and can't be changed, and a good chief can't help dwelling.
When I asked him how that worked, he laughed and asked me to share the trick if I worked it out.
Some twenty winters since, I'd ask the same of you.
When I asked him how that worked, he laughed and asked me to share the trick if I worked it out.
Some twenty winters since, I'd ask the same of you.
Written By Samael
Nov. 11, 2017, 7:29 p.m.(7/24/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
Samantha is like my niece and I'm very proud to see how well she is doing. I look forward to getting together with her and catching up. I have to meet her little baby, too, of course.
Written By Saedrus
Sept. 24, 2017, 10:45 p.m.(4/11/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
I had the pleasure to meet young Lady Nara Deepwood at the Shrine of the First Choice. She is beautiful, but I think there are great and wonderful things in store for the little Lady of Old Oak. Her parents are lucky to have such a lovely daughter, and she I think can be considered the same in turn for such devoted parents.
Written By Rymarr
Aug. 23, 2017, 4:42 p.m.(1/27/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
Wife,
It can't read.
Sincerely,
Husband
It can't read.
Sincerely,
Husband
Written By Margot
July 20, 2017, 10:54 p.m.(11/15/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
Despite the many things we agree to disagree on, we have in common the most important ones - a desire to see out families grow, our people thrive, and our children to never know the suffering that brought us to where we are today.
Written By Eirene
June 5, 2017, 4:55 p.m.(8/7/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
Message sent: To Marquessa Samantha Deepwater
Honored Minister -
Knowing Mother Mercy Sophie has her hands full with her work, and not being too aware of the credentials of others in the city, I would accept with honor if no more suitable candidates can be located.
In service to the crown,
Lady Eirene Malvici
As Dictated:
I know Sophie's too fucking busy and damned if I know anyone else who can do it, so tell her I fucking guess so, if I have to?
Honored Minister -
Knowing Mother Mercy Sophie has her hands full with her work, and not being too aware of the credentials of others in the city, I would accept with honor if no more suitable candidates can be located.
In service to the crown,
Lady Eirene Malvici
As Dictated:
I know Sophie's too fucking busy and damned if I know anyone else who can do it, so tell her I fucking guess so, if I have to?
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