Written By Quenia
Sept. 24, 2018, 10:16 p.m.(8/28/1009 AR)
Thank you for such wonderful entertainment tonight, and an invitation to the Finder's Keeper's festival. It was the sort of fun I really think I needed, plus I have a new bottle of whiskey to add to my collection!
But then, I have always loved Lady Monique's wonderful parties.
But then, I have always loved Lady Monique's wonderful parties.
Written By Quenia
Sept. 24, 2018, 8:56 a.m.(8/27/1009 AR)
I might be crazy enough to start to believe the "Igniseri Curse" we joke about must be real. I know it's not. I don't believe in curses.
My would be suitor has been called away to work on the things he's most passionate about. I understood, of course. When a person has a calling, they should follow their heart. I can't say I wasn't disappointed. I was. But, the world is a better place for the work he does and I could never begrudge him that. I wish him well in his life.
I've read over the many suggestions people provided. Take up a hobby? I might consider it - though to those suggesting artistry, I'm afraid the only artistic thing I can do is work a crowd. Alas, the mechanical arts, performance arts, and artsy arts elude me completely. I can't draw or paint for the life of me, and I haven't a creative bone in my body for coming up with tales or songs. Those talents are better left to my sister and cousin, Baroness Lucita. I shall find something.
So, for now - it's work. My must current task is trying to divine whether or not the mine we found on Igniseri lands us truly haunted or not, and apparently some of the Gyre's forces who took refuge on Igniseri land have been dispatched, but others have gotten away - so we'll need to send another party of people after them, something I'm sure Luis will have well in hand.
I suppose, what I really need, is a goal for my very own. Something to do that's a part from the house that I'd find fun and exciting. Perhaps I'll start looking into dreams once more, as they do so very much intrigue me. And, asking the vintners to design more wines. It's beyond time to have another wine party, and to have people gracing Domus Igniseri once more.
My would be suitor has been called away to work on the things he's most passionate about. I understood, of course. When a person has a calling, they should follow their heart. I can't say I wasn't disappointed. I was. But, the world is a better place for the work he does and I could never begrudge him that. I wish him well in his life.
I've read over the many suggestions people provided. Take up a hobby? I might consider it - though to those suggesting artistry, I'm afraid the only artistic thing I can do is work a crowd. Alas, the mechanical arts, performance arts, and artsy arts elude me completely. I can't draw or paint for the life of me, and I haven't a creative bone in my body for coming up with tales or songs. Those talents are better left to my sister and cousin, Baroness Lucita. I shall find something.
So, for now - it's work. My must current task is trying to divine whether or not the mine we found on Igniseri lands us truly haunted or not, and apparently some of the Gyre's forces who took refuge on Igniseri land have been dispatched, but others have gotten away - so we'll need to send another party of people after them, something I'm sure Luis will have well in hand.
I suppose, what I really need, is a goal for my very own. Something to do that's a part from the house that I'd find fun and exciting. Perhaps I'll start looking into dreams once more, as they do so very much intrigue me. And, asking the vintners to design more wines. It's beyond time to have another wine party, and to have people gracing Domus Igniseri once more.
Written By Quenia
Sept. 19, 2018, 1:39 p.m.(8/18/1009 AR)
Work, work, work. There's always work to be done. I get it done, but I need a break!
I wonder what fun things a good Lycene girl can get into.
Suggestions?
(Yes, there is such a thing as a good Lycene girl. Don't look at me that way!)
I wonder what fun things a good Lycene girl can get into.
Suggestions?
(Yes, there is such a thing as a good Lycene girl. Don't look at me that way!)
Written By Quenia
Sept. 19, 2018, 8:47 a.m.(8/17/1009 AR)
The black cherry and black current wine turned out to be exceptional - just as I imagined it would. We've a few bottles of it at the house. I've given one away for someone to try. Only one, so far. I am considering having a bottle opened at dinner. I really should invite more guests.
Written By Quenia
Sept. 18, 2018, 8:22 a.m.(8/15/1009 AR)
Sometimes I wonder if events over the last year haven't made me too guarded; a stick in the mud who doesn't know how to have fun. I haven't ventured out of the house as much, that's for certain, and even as I'm being woo'd I find myself questioning everything, every decision, rather than enjoying the experience.
It's me. Not the person doing the wooing.
Oh, how he messed with my mind, that Prince who shall not be named. All the things I trusted him with, all the things I revealed to about myself to him. It still haunts me, as do his denials of who he really was the day he died.
I know I cannot let this one thing shape my whole life. I must rise above it and be stronger for it. But how do I let myself vunerable enough to trust again? That's the rub.
How much time is enough time?
It's me. Not the person doing the wooing.
Oh, how he messed with my mind, that Prince who shall not be named. All the things I trusted him with, all the things I revealed to about myself to him. It still haunts me, as do his denials of who he really was the day he died.
I know I cannot let this one thing shape my whole life. I must rise above it and be stronger for it. But how do I let myself vunerable enough to trust again? That's the rub.
How much time is enough time?
Written By Quenia
Sept. 17, 2018, 4:19 p.m.(8/14/1009 AR)
I try not to dwell on my siblings too much. My two older brothers, Vincere and Pietro, are dead. One younger sister, Iovita, is in Granato. The other younger sister, Leena, is lost to her passions as an artificer or engineer. There's nothing I wouldn't give to be able to talk to any one of them at length. They are all missed terribly.
Written By Quenia
Sept. 5, 2018, 8:32 a.m.(7/15/1009 AR)
I find myself once more being woo'd. I think I shall take my sweet time this time, to decide if this is a venture I want to consider. At least once reference given has rejected knowing him enough to give word to his character. We shall see, in time.
I find, of late, that my skill in gauging economic commerce has grown with the help of the Silver Consortium. It is new to me, being so flush with economic favors. I am considering what ways that I can provide for the people of my house with them.
And, of course, I have not forgotten my lovely protege, Lucita. I gifted her recently with enough aeterna so she can commission herself a dress and slippers, if she so chooses. I cannot wait to see what designs she and whoever she chooses to craft it will put together.
Luis will soon journey back to Igniseri lands to deal with the horrible creatures that have escaped from the Gyre war and taken up residence there. I hope that whatever the outcome that he and those go with them return home safely. The people of Igniseri will be sure to love him for it, and I'm certain that Lucita is likely ready to pen something in his name, should he be especially heroic. No pressure, there, honest!
My cousin, Yelana, has arrived back in Arx and having her here has been a breath of fresh air. I do hope that she and Ennettia have a good reunion, and they exchange tales of their journeys.
Meanwhile, I believe Ariella and Zebulon are off hunting pirates. They could not leave quick enough as soon as that letter of marque came in. I do hope that they are careful, and the return home safely soon. It would be nice to have a full house of people again.
I find, of late, that my skill in gauging economic commerce has grown with the help of the Silver Consortium. It is new to me, being so flush with economic favors. I am considering what ways that I can provide for the people of my house with them.
And, of course, I have not forgotten my lovely protege, Lucita. I gifted her recently with enough aeterna so she can commission herself a dress and slippers, if she so chooses. I cannot wait to see what designs she and whoever she chooses to craft it will put together.
Luis will soon journey back to Igniseri lands to deal with the horrible creatures that have escaped from the Gyre war and taken up residence there. I hope that whatever the outcome that he and those go with them return home safely. The people of Igniseri will be sure to love him for it, and I'm certain that Lucita is likely ready to pen something in his name, should he be especially heroic. No pressure, there, honest!
My cousin, Yelana, has arrived back in Arx and having her here has been a breath of fresh air. I do hope that she and Ennettia have a good reunion, and they exchange tales of their journeys.
Meanwhile, I believe Ariella and Zebulon are off hunting pirates. They could not leave quick enough as soon as that letter of marque came in. I do hope that they are careful, and the return home safely soon. It would be nice to have a full house of people again.
Written By Quenia
Aug. 20, 2018, 1:51 p.m.(6/7/1009 AR)
Almost as soon as it was started, it was over. Though, admittedly, it was not as scary as I imagined it could be. It was an amicable parting, both of us remaining good friends. So, please - friends of mine - do not give Lord Cullen a hard time. He was polite, as he ever was, and honest.
Written By Quenia
Aug. 18, 2018, 8:33 p.m.(6/3/1009 AR)
Well, I made an appearance at least, even if I did not stay long. Congratulations to Fecundo for winning the first cloak.
Written By Quenia
Aug. 18, 2018, 7:35 p.m.(6/3/1009 AR)
Cullen informed me that he was called away on some other duties at the last minute. I have to say, I'm not quite as excited about going to this thing on my own. I have this pretty new dress, and a new pair of iridescite earrings to go with it, and no escort.
Perhaps I'll just do a quiet night in, instead.
Perhaps I'll just do a quiet night in, instead.
Written By Quenia
Aug. 9, 2018, 8:24 a.m.(5/13/1009 AR)
Thus, the object of my earlier posts to the journals, about being truly frightened, has come to pass and announcements have been made. In spite of fears, which I'm certain many can understand considering my last fiancee was executed for treason, I truly look forward to moving forward and getting to know Lord Cullen. I didn't expect to be put at ease so easily, not after Aurelian, but speaking to him over these last few months has been a generally pleasant experience.
I just hope my family and friends don't put him through the ringer too much over these next three months. Tomorrow night's dinner ought to be an interesting experience for the both of us.
I just hope my family and friends don't put him through the ringer too much over these next three months. Tomorrow night's dinner ought to be an interesting experience for the both of us.
Written By Quenia
Aug. 8, 2018, 8:15 a.m.(5/11/1009 AR)
I enjoyed myself quite a lot the other evening at the Champion's jousting tournament. I was accompanied by Lord Cullen, and had a thoroughly enjoyable evening. He decided entering the tournament. I found myself fretting over Lord Cullen as he was taking passes in the jousting ring against Tristan, but neither was unseated. It was a really close match, but in the end he was eliminated without being unhorsed or unharmed.
It was actually quite dashing and daring of him.
It was actually quite dashing and daring of him.
Written By Quenia
Aug. 7, 2018, 11:15 a.m.(5/6/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Alarissa
Please do not buy up all the aeterna. I have an idea for a very important dress. I'll need at least some for that, and for slippers. And, I've decided on aeterna for the fashion, as seasilk was going to be used for the last dress and well - I do not want to repeat that.
Written By Quenia
Aug. 4, 2018, 7:54 p.m.(4/27/1009 AR)
Here I go, standing on the precipice again. Holding my breath, I've jumped over the cliff. We'll see if I come up for air later, for there was nothing so scary as what I did today. Truthfully. Terrifying.
Written By Quenia
July 30, 2018, 11:51 a.m.(4/16/1009 AR)
Some time ago, I set the vintners to working on new wines for Igniseri. They have been slowly working on creating the new concoctions and flavors, and soon enough, I hope, they will have aged enough in order for House Igniseri to have another wine tasting. It's been ever so long since the last one and I feel that I've been neglecting our wines of late.
Written By Quenia
July 30, 2018, 11:46 a.m.(4/16/1009 AR)
I find that I have been enjoying my time lately working with one of the crafters within the city in designing a new dress to replace those that I had taken apart not all that long ago. I now have a new, lovely seasilk dress complete with a pair of slippers that is stylized for parties. It's created in the most perfect shades for reds, oranges, and golds, and looks like the dress itself is on fire.
I may have, perhaps, gone a bit overboard with this whole phoenix design, but I absolutely adore it. I can't wait to show it off in a few weeks.
I may have, perhaps, gone a bit overboard with this whole phoenix design, but I absolutely adore it. I can't wait to show it off in a few weeks.
Written By Quenia
July 17, 2018, 8:41 a.m.(3/16/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Lumen
Unfortunately, we haven't a whole case left any longer. But, I gave you one of our more exceptionally brewed sparkling wines. In the interests of brokering peace, of course. I do hope you enjoy Citrus Delight!
Written By Quenia
July 16, 2018, 3:58 p.m.(3/15/1009 AR)
Speaking of Galas, it seems I have a real, honest to goodness date to the next one. That will be a change. Now I need to simply find someone who can change my seasilk into stuff made of legends. Or, some such.
Are there any tailors out there not already busy with Gala work? I have just the design I want. Assuming you are not daunted by challenging work!
Are there any tailors out there not already busy with Gala work? I have just the design I want. Assuming you are not daunted by challenging work!
Written By Quenia
July 16, 2018, 3:53 p.m.(3/15/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Edain
When did the Oathlands invent sparkling white wine? Igniseri had a sparkling white wine that debuted during the Glittering Gala in the last year, and my understanding, from Lady Monique anyway, was that it was the first of its kind.
It is, at least, not in the wine books at the archives of Vellichor.
Mind, neither are Igniseri's wines, but I have bottles left over from the Glittering Gala that I give out as gifts.
It is, at least, not in the wine books at the archives of Vellichor.
Mind, neither are Igniseri's wines, but I have bottles left over from the Glittering Gala that I give out as gifts.
Written By Quenia
July 12, 2018, 8:13 a.m.(3/6/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Fecundo
I wish you all the luck on your up and coming joust! I'm sure you'll learn everything you need to know to see things through.
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