Written By Valdemar
Dec. 25, 2018, 8:17 p.m.(3/27/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
Whatever has been in the air recently, our marriage stands strong. Such partnerships are not always easy, but if you have a worthy partner and a marriage rooted in more than just emotion, it will endure.
Written By Valdemar
Dec. 4, 2018, 1:53 p.m.(2/11/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
I am blessed that my father had the foresight to suggest the match with my wife, and the tenacity to see the arrangement through. Without Vanora at my side, the recent loss and turmoil would have been much more difficult to bear. I'd have found a way to press on, but she has been just what house Grimhall, and I, needed in troubled times, easing our way forward. I have no regrets my dear, and I know that you will continue to support me and our family, as we will you.
Written By Lore
Nov. 6, 2018, 8:50 p.m.(12/12/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
There is nothing, -nothing- pleasant about any kingdom of Eurus. And if that thirteenth kingdom does exist? It will be a kingdom of nightmares, not dreams. Please, for the love of everything you hold dear, do -not- try to romanticize Eurus in any way. That is how people die. Or worse.
Written By Preston
Sept. 26, 2018, 2:47 p.m.(9/4/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
It is why I was unhappy with the analogy - the fire is the feelings, the parts of us that Tehom forces us to confront, to engage with. And yes. Maybe we quash it, maybe we redirect it, but the danger is that we stoke it. Or so it is in my mind.
The rest, I assume you refer to Marach and I would caution, though I am sure you do not mean to, any whose approach is to view Marach as anything other than a lesson that there are limits to all things. No faithful should seek to 'own' him and his mistakes. Though I think it is fair to view events around it as a tragedy. Sometimes a vow forces us to kill another who is simply holding up their own vow. Sometimes a vow forces us towards death or dishonour. It is not an easy choice, and I am thankful I have yet to have to choose between competing vows.
The rest, I assume you refer to Marach and I would caution, though I am sure you do not mean to, any whose approach is to view Marach as anything other than a lesson that there are limits to all things. No faithful should seek to 'own' him and his mistakes. Though I think it is fair to view events around it as a tragedy. Sometimes a vow forces us to kill another who is simply holding up their own vow. Sometimes a vow forces us towards death or dishonour. It is not an easy choice, and I am thankful I have yet to have to choose between competing vows.
Written By Reigna
Sept. 26, 2018, 1:51 p.m.(9/4/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
One has to find the balance between self-reflection and everything else. Yes, I think we can all agree, and no one has argued that self-reflection is a bad idea. We all get it. We all understand that that is a necessary thing. But we also have other things to do. If one only focuses on the self, that is as much of a pitfall as not being self aware. There are others that need to be seen to, others who have needs that need to be addressed. We are not alone in this world and we all rely on one-another to make it through the trials we face.
Written By Karadoc
Aug. 13, 2018, 10:51 p.m.(5/22/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
That would fuck a kid up, wouldn't it? Who in the Abyss would want to be a Duke? UGH. Better to be the second born. Or in an altogether different family line out of way -- not likely to inherit anything but a cushy title and some ministerial duties.
Written By Prisila
Aug. 13, 2018, 10:24 p.m.(5/22/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
I find it entirely within the realm of possibility and even a little amusing. It'd be very very ironic.
Written By Coraline
Aug. 8, 2018, 11:33 p.m.(5/12/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
I wish to state that the Grimhall event was lovely, while I would have been happy to finish the spar properly but for needing to step out for business, the event elicited a wonderful fight and a lot of great food and drink. It was wonderfully run and a joy to attend.
As to the dangers presented in the field, I can say from personal experience what happens on the sands and what happens in the field are very different. Worry not, he clearly knows how to fight smart.
As to the dangers presented in the field, I can say from personal experience what happens on the sands and what happens in the field are very different. Worry not, he clearly knows how to fight smart.
Written By Eleyna
July 19, 2018, 10:05 a.m.(3/20/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
Vanora and I kind of knew each other as children. Many of the children linked to the Velenosa end up spending a part of their childhood in Lenosia, so that there would be many children wandering the palace and grounds, playing in groups, attending lessons together. We knew each other, but she was close with Isolde while I was only close with myself.
When we first met again after growing up, it was over a negotiation table during the Kennex disaster. I was frustrated and angry, but Lady Vanora met me with honesty and a willingness to answer my questions, no matter how tense they were. It created a good impression. She was determined to clean up the mess that her then-husband made when it seemed like so many in House Kennex were hiding from the consequences of their nobly aimed action.
As time has gone on, I've found something of a kindred spirit in Vanora. We look at the world in similar ways. I think we both also epitomize a certain type of Lycene that often gets lost behind the more popular image of the hedonistic, fiery Southerner. It is refreshing to speak with someone that I don't have to explain the reasoning of my thinking. She seems to get it already.
Vanora was there in a moment where I needed help most. She never asked questions or waited for permission. She swooped in to do what needed to be done. I will be forever grateful for that.
When we first met again after growing up, it was over a negotiation table during the Kennex disaster. I was frustrated and angry, but Lady Vanora met me with honesty and a willingness to answer my questions, no matter how tense they were. It created a good impression. She was determined to clean up the mess that her then-husband made when it seemed like so many in House Kennex were hiding from the consequences of their nobly aimed action.
As time has gone on, I've found something of a kindred spirit in Vanora. We look at the world in similar ways. I think we both also epitomize a certain type of Lycene that often gets lost behind the more popular image of the hedonistic, fiery Southerner. It is refreshing to speak with someone that I don't have to explain the reasoning of my thinking. She seems to get it already.
Vanora was there in a moment where I needed help most. She never asked questions or waited for permission. She swooped in to do what needed to be done. I will be forever grateful for that.
Written By Cambria
July 15, 2018, 1:11 p.m.(3/13/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
I quite agree with you! I need not get my way all the time, because when I get my way some of the time, I appreciate it all the more. (Or so my House Seraph taught me, and I choose to believe him, even if I still think that if I got my way all of the time I would remain perfectly appreciative).
Written By Edward
June 20, 2018, 8:04 a.m.(1/17/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
The feast was wonderful. Well thought out and well prepared.
Written By Cristoph
May 23, 2018, 10:07 a.m.(10/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
I extend my apologies to Lady Vanora for my poor lack of reading comprehension the other day. It wasn't my place.
Written By Cristoph
May 22, 2018, 8:01 a.m.(10/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
Search parties aren't typically issued when someone is gone from the house for a few hours. And it doesn't sound as if the duke gave much notice of his intentions, whatever they were.
Written By Thena
May 22, 2018, 7:25 a.m.(10/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
Given that Duke Cassius was, by all reports, never missing, I too would question the credibility of your source.
Written By Jev
May 22, 2018, 2:18 a.m.(10/14/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
I hope you didn't search for him. He was already found!
Written By Valdemar
May 17, 2018, 10:03 a.m.(10/5/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
I thought you were aware that you were marrying a savage brute, an ill-mannered lout without a romantic bone in his body?
After all, I knew I was marrying a strong, capable, beautiful woman who I would be able to count on. Wait, that doesn't sound like a very fair exchange at all.
I suppose I will just have to work at becoming worthy of you, then.
After all, I knew I was marrying a strong, capable, beautiful woman who I would be able to count on. Wait, that doesn't sound like a very fair exchange at all.
I suppose I will just have to work at becoming worthy of you, then.
Written By Lianne
May 16, 2018, 2:31 a.m.(10/2/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
He did not go gently. Pretty words do not undo that, cousin.
Written By Astraea
May 7, 2018, 12:06 a.m.(9/12/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
Congratulations on your betrothal! May your courtship be ever successful and your marriage a good one. House Grimhall is one of the oldest and most illustrious in all the Mourning Isles. To join with them and be family is no doubt a very high honor that you will do justice.
Limerance bless your union.
Limerance bless your union.
Written By Sorrel
May 6, 2018, 11:21 p.m.(9/12/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
There is nothing I like less than an oath breaker. That's what divorce is, after all: a breaking of an oath. It's frankly disgusting to me that a fine house like Grimhall should wish to marry an oath breaker to its heir. As an Oathlander, I'm all for upholding the Isles' traditions of Duty and Honor above all. This betrothal that's been announced is an abrogation of duty and honor, however.
There's nothing to celebrate here. Only sadness and regret. Those involved should be ashamed of themselves.
There's nothing to celebrate here. Only sadness and regret. Those involved should be ashamed of themselves.
Written By Philippe
April 15, 2018, 10:04 a.m.(7/21/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
My sister is one of my best teachers. She taught me to say much with little. Every word is worth something and if you are not careful, you will fall into a debt you can not get out of. I wouldn't call her a schemer because that would entitle that you know something about what she was doing. Secretive perhaps, or resourceful. Her daughter, Vanora, perhaps is the same. I would not know. I have kept my distance to spare me from two Caroles in the same room but I hear that she is very proud of my niece.
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