Written By Karina
Oct. 1, 2019, 7:17 p.m.(12/9/1011 AR)
What a storm of a week it's been. The kind where you can't help rush to the ship's fore and embrace the wind whipping in your hair. My studio opened to the reception of some truly generous patrons of the arts, and great company besides. I'm so appreciative to those who came, whether they did so for stories or for art. If I could complete a composition in the time it took for them to be lifted from my gallery, I might actually have to worry about running out of concepts. As it is, for every one committed to canvas, three more seem to sprout up.
An unexpected slew of commissions has given me plenty to do, including a rendering of the winning story told by 'Ras the Great and Powerful' at the studio's opening contest. Its now sits in the gallery awaiting his scrutiny. It will be enough just to hear whether or not I did justice to the vision in his own mind.
An unexpected slew of commissions has given me plenty to do, including a rendering of the winning story told by 'Ras the Great and Powerful' at the studio's opening contest. Its now sits in the gallery awaiting his scrutiny. It will be enough just to hear whether or not I did justice to the vision in his own mind.
Written By Rafael
Oct. 1, 2019, 4:11 p.m.(12/9/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Michael
I never thought I'd see the day when my nephew took to the battlefield of bureaucracy over that of sword and shield but here we are! Change takes so many welcome, unexpected forms. His efforts locating a suitable plot of land to donate for use by our local chapter of Mercies, in Faith and in charity, give much continued hope for the future leadership of this family.
Written By Rafael
Oct. 1, 2019, 4:11 p.m.(12/9/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Lailah
I feel highly favored to be in the presence of my niece's intellectual largesse. Even now, she toils on preliminary efforts to curate a library dedicated to the education and instruction of Lagoma's healers. It's a feat I doubt I could have undertaken personally and yet, for Lailah it seems second nature.
Written By Evangeline
Oct. 1, 2019, 3:47 p.m.(12/9/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Gaspar
His first visit to the Whisper House was to visit me for tea! I told him I would gloat about this in the whites and since I am a woman of my word, here I am putting quill to parchment of the Prince's inaugural Whisper House experience. What wonderful company, indeed!
Written By Aureth
Oct. 1, 2019, 3:23 p.m.(12/8/1011 AR)
Magpie and Harper Grayhope have charmingly named their beautiful daughter "Aurelle," after the orneriest old man they know, presumably to give her shrieking toddler tantrums in the future more gravitas.
She carries on the Grayhope tradition of glorious hair.
The blessings of the Mother of Beginnings are bright upon the path of this tiny new child. I finally escaped the dignity of my office long enough to meet her last night and discover that I am being referred to as 'Grandpa'.
It's not an honor that I expected, but it is, of course, as gratifying as it is horrifying.
Bless you, my dearest, most absurd family.
She carries on the Grayhope tradition of glorious hair.
The blessings of the Mother of Beginnings are bright upon the path of this tiny new child. I finally escaped the dignity of my office long enough to meet her last night and discover that I am being referred to as 'Grandpa'.
It's not an honor that I expected, but it is, of course, as gratifying as it is horrifying.
Bless you, my dearest, most absurd family.
Written By Brianna
Oct. 1, 2019, 3:14 p.m.(12/8/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Alecstazi
Yes, things are different now, but I do not think you are any less than you once were. We have much we still can do, much we can still accomplish, and I hope the scholar who reads this to you appreciates the greatness of the man in front of them.
Written By Iseulet
Oct. 1, 2019, 2:50 p.m.(12/8/1011 AR)
I stand corrected - I have been blessed by the cookie goddesses!
Written By Martino
Oct. 1, 2019, 10:42 a.m.(12/8/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Evangeline
Mine thanks darling Whisper and good friend.
Well, it helps, that this time I could remember names and not mix them up.
Age, it seems, has helped grow beyond my more youthful interests.
Well, it helps, that this time I could remember names and not mix them up.
Age, it seems, has helped grow beyond my more youthful interests.
Written By Martino
Oct. 1, 2019, 10:40 a.m.(12/8/1011 AR)
As some would have noticed, the noticeboards and like across the city have gone up with the wedding date between myself and Lady Kaia Bisland after a long engagement after the contractual agreements between our houses.
We have picked and planned for this to occur in spring for the efforts of renewal, hope and a new path for us both with the fresh buds appearing. The snow, perhaps, melting away and growth picking up across the Compact once more.
It has been quite the journey but there is still so much more to do. Like decide what to wear. Lady Zoey has already begun work catering to Kaia's dreams.
We have picked and planned for this to occur in spring for the efforts of renewal, hope and a new path for us both with the fresh buds appearing. The snow, perhaps, melting away and growth picking up across the Compact once more.
It has been quite the journey but there is still so much more to do. Like decide what to wear. Lady Zoey has already begun work catering to Kaia's dreams.
Written By Catalana
Oct. 1, 2019, 5:18 a.m.(12/8/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Alarissa
The truly beautiful thing about children is that they never see our imperfections. To them, they will always see the beauty in us. They see the brightness of your voice. The way you laugh at their jokes and how much you love them.
That is always what they will remember, as it will be all they know. That they are loved entirely by their mother. Past. Present. Future.
That is always what they will remember, as it will be all they know. That they are loved entirely by their mother. Past. Present. Future.
Written By Iseulet
Oct. 1, 2019, 4:54 a.m.(12/8/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Mabelle
Lady Mabelle possesses a singular spirit that, even on a dark and cold day, managed to make me feel the warmth of the kindness she radiates like a sun.
I feel refreshed, and I'm sure that wasn't even her intention. I didn't even have one of her famous cookies (yet). I look forward to working with her.
What a lovely lady.
I feel refreshed, and I'm sure that wasn't even her intention. I didn't even have one of her famous cookies (yet). I look forward to working with her.
What a lovely lady.
Written By Mabelle
Oct. 1, 2019, 4:04 a.m.(12/8/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Zoey
What a boon to have my cousin Zoey in the city.
Not only does she share my passion for fashion, but also my sense of mischief, love of food and then some.
Not every thought should be written down.
Not only does she share my passion for fashion, but also my sense of mischief, love of food and then some.
Not every thought should be written down.
Written By Zoey
Oct. 1, 2019, 1:28 a.m.(12/7/1011 AR)
One down, two to go. Darion handled himself very well. I'm thinking about setting up a mock office for him. He might be four years old, but he will lead this house one day.
Written By Evangeline
Oct. 1, 2019, 12:04 a.m.(12/7/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Declan
Lord of Stone and Ice. Winter's chill is balmy in your presence. It is but a boon the cold never bothered me. He is the epitome of the staunch, stalwart men from the Mourning Isles and I was genuinely surprised by his invigorating company.
Written By Evangeline
Sept. 30, 2019, 11:54 p.m.(12/7/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Thea
My lady is exceptional in all she does. I have enjoyed her company every time and always look forward to the next time we meet. It is only a shame I did not get to meet her when I first met her brother so many years ago.
P.S. Do not tell Martino, but she is my favorite Malvici sibling.
P.S. Do not tell Martino, but she is my favorite Malvici sibling.
Written By Evangeline
Sept. 30, 2019, 11:51 p.m.(12/7/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Martino
It is official! One of my oldest and dearest friends will be a married man very soon! He has come such a long way from when we first met and I could not be happier for him. I am doubly impressed he was able to win over the lovely Lady Kaia without the help of a professional writer *ahem* Not that he ever needed someone to write love letters for him. I wouldn't know of such things.
Written By Evangeline
Sept. 30, 2019, 11:42 p.m.(12/7/1011 AR)
I did a thing! I made a notification in search of a potential protege. It sounds odd for some, but I am of the belief that there could be someone out there who seeks a patronage relationship with someone like me.
As a Whisper, part of my experiences involves providing exceptional Courtier services. Perhaps there is someone who has recently come of age who seeks to learn what it takes to be not just a Courtier, but a Whisper! I was trained at the esteems Courtier Academy in the Silken City of Setarco and spent many years after completing my education traveling all over Arvum.
Perhaps there is someone who seeks to expand their circle of friends and acquaintances. Or perhaps yet, there is someone out there who seeks this sort of partnership because we are both so different, we can provide balance to one another's life. I am excited to se where this prospect goes.
As a Whisper, part of my experiences involves providing exceptional Courtier services. Perhaps there is someone who has recently come of age who seeks to learn what it takes to be not just a Courtier, but a Whisper! I was trained at the esteems Courtier Academy in the Silken City of Setarco and spent many years after completing my education traveling all over Arvum.
Perhaps there is someone who seeks to expand their circle of friends and acquaintances. Or perhaps yet, there is someone out there who seeks this sort of partnership because we are both so different, we can provide balance to one another's life. I am excited to se where this prospect goes.
Written By Evangeline
Sept. 30, 2019, 11:24 p.m.(12/7/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Tyrus
My patron is most benevolent and it is truly an honor to work alongside him. Together we have been able to move and allocate funds and resources for his various projects and charitable works. I am forever grateful for his hands on instructional approach to navigating these unchartered waters. He has been quite instrumental in my life thus far. I hope to be able to give back all he has bestowed upon me.
Written By Lisebet
Sept. 30, 2019, 10:30 p.m.(12/7/1011 AR)
The Altar dedication for Vellichor was very inspiring. The altar and the canticle are breathtaking, and the gifts left by everyone were so thoughtful. I was impressed with how generous all of the folks of Arx are.
Written By Bree
Sept. 30, 2019, 8:34 p.m.(12/7/1011 AR)
As a knight, my sword is for honor and protection. I seek to defend those in need and to uphold my sacred vows to the Faith. Each day I strive to do this, I realize I can always do more. I need to do more.
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