Written By Astraea
Aug. 5, 2018, 10:54 p.m.(5/1/1009 AR)
You can spend time being miserable because of the circumstances in your life but eventually you have to push through it. I went to sleep last night and woke up after a profound but simple message that's not new to anyone but it can be empowering to say so. We are all responsible for our own happiness. You can absolutely decide to wake up and cast off your demons, usher in the morning light and do something just for you. Even if it's as simple as going down to Lottie's for a delicious bite to eat or talking to the Gods over tea and crumpets, I mean I'm not into the tea and crumpets bit but there are so many tea parties within the city I just figured SOMEONE out there gains great enjoyment from the simple things. While I have thoughts about the ceremony Vellichor, I'll save those for my black as they are so very intimate. You already know anyways but still, it's good to write these things down.
Written By Astraea
July 25, 2018, 12:39 a.m.(4/5/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Jordan
Well done Sir Jordan for swallowing your pride and doing the right thing. You're a kind man who means well and we all make mistakes but it takes great strength to own up to what you did and to take it on the chin. As the esteemed Whisper Lumen says,"Kudos."
Written By Astraea
July 23, 2018, 5:11 p.m.(4/2/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Martin
The story of what happened at the Tragedy is indeed such irony, for it was truly a tragedy. Brother Martin was a man of the Faith who lived by the ideals of the Church and the Gods themselves. Everything he did was for the betterment of the children in his care and for the souls of the faithful who were blessed with his guidance. While he did not die by my hands, or the hands of any mortal creature, my heart tells me I failed him none the less. May his sacrifice be remembered for what it was, an selfless act of bravery to protect his charge.
The Faith, The Compact and the children have lost someone special beyond compare. His service was inspiring and has assured me that walking the same path is what is right for me. I am sorry for the pain of his loss, and will strive to live up to his example and those who were touched by him so.
The Faith, The Compact and the children have lost someone special beyond compare. His service was inspiring and has assured me that walking the same path is what is right for me. I am sorry for the pain of his loss, and will strive to live up to his example and those who were touched by him so.
Written By Astraea
July 14, 2018, 2:28 p.m.(3/11/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Thena
After reading through a stack of white journals scholar, I felt I should note that the Grandmaster Thena is an astoundingly exceptional woman. So too is the Grandmaster Preston, but his journal while supportive didn't strike the same chord. Nobles are supposed to conduct themselves in a certain way and commoners are too? I've never been certain about this but likely because I didn't care as much as I should've. Which is why some of the peerage look askance when I work with my bare hands instead of asking someone else to do it for me. What I will say is that Thena, sometimes what we're told as children can seem wrong and that maybe it shouldn't be so. /Anyone/ who has conducted themselves admirably should be looked up to and respected, but it is something that should be earned and not simply expected.
I respect and look up to you Grandmaster Thena Grayhope, I always have and I always will.
I respect and look up to you Grandmaster Thena Grayhope, I always have and I always will.
Written By Astraea
July 11, 2018, 3:58 p.m.(3/5/1009 AR)
Now I'm not the betting kind, usually, but this upcoming match between Master Derovai and Marquis Fairen has me torn. I feel their is no distinct advantage, one is marginally taller than the other and might have more reach but I don't think it's accounting for the unexpected talent or two. After all scholars and people who specialize in the collection of knowledge can always be expected to have an unexpected talent or two.
I'll be bringing plenty of booze...
I'll be bringing plenty of booze...
Written By Astraea
June 19, 2018, 5:32 p.m.(1/16/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Quenia
My cousin. I saw how moved you were the day before and it as saddening. Heart-wrenching to watch you suffer in any manner but most especially in a way that I couldn't comfort you. The beautiful thing about the freedom of choice is that you get to work through this however you want and the people who love you will remain by your side still.
You're an amazing woman through and through and the ordeal you're going through will pass but I can tell you now that your feelings may never be resolved and I think, like myself and no doubt many others, that there will always remain a certain mixture of emotions when thinking of him.
You're an amazing woman through and through and the ordeal you're going through will pass but I can tell you now that your feelings may never be resolved and I think, like myself and no doubt many others, that there will always remain a certain mixture of emotions when thinking of him.
Written By Astraea
June 16, 2018, 10:46 p.m.(1/11/1009 AR)
I hereby renounce the spirits and pledge myself to the Gods alone. From this day forth let it be known that I am a servant of the Aspirations and seek to walk the path that my family has for generations. To acknowledge that I have been blessed by the Gods and that through me they have worked great miracles to the benefit of Arvum. Let my faith never be questioned, nor my stance on the subject of spirits or their correlation with the Faith.
For my father, and my father's father who were so beloved by the Gods.
For my father, and my father's father who were so beloved by the Gods.
Written By Astraea
June 16, 2018, 10:25 p.m.(1/11/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aldwin
For he is Closest to the Gods. The Dominus is unapproachable when it comes to the matters of the Faith. While this is a decision people may be reeling from I can assure you that in some ways I can see how it brings us closer together. By celebrating our differences and respecting the culture and religions of the North and any other Abandoned House that chooses the Path of Shamanism. We can't continue to believe that the divide that has separated people for centuries doesn't exist. What we can do is amend the mistakes that were made in the past and set true our courses. The Gods watch us now and sometimes they act on our behalf. They deserve Disciples who are devoted to them utterly and completely! For anything less is not only a disservice to the Faith but to the Gods. The Dominus has not decried Shamanism or taken away the right for people to choose.
Remember that the Spirit Walkers /are/ the institution that belongs to Shamanism and adheres to the Old Ways.
Remember that the Spirit Walkers /are/ the institution that belongs to Shamanism and adheres to the Old Ways.
Written By Astraea
June 16, 2018, 3:54 a.m.(1/9/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aurelian
So many people have already said the things I want to say but...the truth is. When you came to that family dinner, I loved you then. I opened my heart and my arms to you and embraced you as one of us. Even though the circumstances have proven you were duplicitous I can't believe that you were always so. Somewhere, deep inside I think you cared for us and enjoyed spending the time that you did.
Maybe you regretted your decisions, maybe you didn't but...people can't just be traitors or heroes. If anything you've taught me that people make decisions, and good intentions don't equal righteousness. May you find peace on the other side and a new chance to make better choices next time.
Maybe you regretted your decisions, maybe you didn't but...people can't just be traitors or heroes. If anything you've taught me that people make decisions, and good intentions don't equal righteousness. May you find peace on the other side and a new chance to make better choices next time.
Written By Astraea
June 11, 2018, 12:13 a.m.(12/18/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Melody
Such a sweetie. I really like her. She's like sunshine after a long winter.
Written By Astraea
June 11, 2018, 12:12 a.m.(12/18/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Violet
Congratulations on the contracts you've succeeded on. I don't know why but as I was sitting down to write I thought about it and wanted to document it because it seemed important to note. I was going to write something else pertaining to this but it's fled my mind. Which reminds me, that I'm pretty sure there was something else I was supposed to be doing.
Written By Astraea
May 31, 2018, 10:31 p.m.(11/21/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Mirari
Mistress Mirari Corsetina makes some of the greatest perfumes and sets of jewelry I've ever seen. Now I'm just finding out that she also makes clothes! Is there anything this impressive lady can't do?
Written By Astraea
May 20, 2018, 3:29 p.m.(10/11/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Monique
Do you love yourself?
What aspirations do you have?
I think those two are the ones that are most important in being able to identify the truth of someone.
What aspirations do you have?
I think those two are the ones that are most important in being able to identify the truth of someone.
Written By Astraea
May 13, 2018, 11:43 p.m.(9/26/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Ectorion
Just...filled with stuff. It's going to be fun invading and conquering your domain. Thanks.
Love you. <3
Love you. <3
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 Astraea
April 29, 2018, 11:41 p.m.(8/23/1008 AR)
Valeria, Alyssa, Serice?
Hmmm....or...or...Kaelyn, Hector, no no...ugh. So bad at this!
Hmmm....or...or...Kaelyn, Hector, no no...ugh. So bad at this!
Written By Astraea
April 22, 2018, 12:43 p.m.(8/7/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Itzal
Sir Pounce, Prince of the Paw, Master Mittens, or my favorite Albrecht. You're welcome Itzal.
Written By Astraea
April 22, 2018, 2:10 a.m.(8/6/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Alaric
See you know me so well, now of course taking Calithex captive and being able to sell him for a king's ransom -- successfully mind you, seems like it's just much more hassle than a single kitten.
You would think.
Yet still...I would, if he understood the jest (yes scholar, I do think he would), then he would quickly see why. I heard him and Prince Tyrval love kittens. Specifically. This, I have heard before.
You would think.
Yet still...I would, if he understood the jest (yes scholar, I do think he would), then he would quickly see why. I heard him and Prince Tyrval love kittens. Specifically. This, I have heard before.
Written By Astraea
April 21, 2018, 11:47 p.m.(8/6/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Sorrel
I would shamelessly pay a king's ransom, don't get triggered Alaric, for a single kitten from such a union Sorrel! It would no doubt be a champion of champions and the cutest, but don't share that with the Claw of Arx.
...blast. My days may genuinely be numbered now.
...blast. My days may genuinely be numbered now.
Written By Astraea
April 16, 2018, 4:09 p.m.(7/23/1008 AR)
Prince Ectorion will not be dying suddenly! Although it's always possible for any of the Compact's warriors considering all of the conflicts being waged on Arvum at the moment. People die. It's always sad but my husband was slain in battle, my poor cousin Lucita's husband was more recently slain in battle, my sister Echo. Yea. Her husband died in battle too.
Pietro. Vincere....the losses go on and we have all suffered from them.
I don't find it funny to jest about the misfortune of people who have died protecting the very same way of life that allows us to do so in the first place. Normally I am content to live and let live, but this was something that I was experiencing emotionally and felt I needed to document. For anyone reading my white journal now or in the future this shouldn't serve as commentary on the persons involved, just an observation and perhaps a way to state my displeasure in a productive manner!
Pietro. Vincere....the losses go on and we have all suffered from them.
I don't find it funny to jest about the misfortune of people who have died protecting the very same way of life that allows us to do so in the first place. Normally I am content to live and let live, but this was something that I was experiencing emotionally and felt I needed to document. For anyone reading my white journal now or in the future this shouldn't serve as commentary on the persons involved, just an observation and perhaps a way to state my displeasure in a productive manner!
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