Written By Gregory
June 2, 2019, 8:10 p.m.(3/18/1011 AR)
I was sorry that I could not attend the first of Vellichor's renewals, organised by cousin Sparte. I need to try and make sure that I attend the next. I truly approve of the concept that he has not only put forward, but also taken forward into practice. If you like reading and like book, I encourage you seek him out and ask him what it is all about.
Written By Gregory
June 2, 2019, 8:07 p.m.(3/18/1011 AR)
Huzzar! Archscholar Sina approved the construction of the tearoom at the Academy. I have no idea of what I wanted to look like but my desire to make it perfect has hindered the actual plans to make it functional. My goal for this coming week is to make sure that I finally start putting things in place to make the tearoom functional. I promise.
Written By Gregory
May 26, 2019, 6:36 p.m.(3/4/1011 AR)
I have discovered in my travels recently that I am poorly suited to be an adventurer. I did enjoy the traveling, but the exploring seemed to be for those more... athletic than myself.
I also wish to apologise to Lady Ysabel for being the cause of her falling down a staircase, however accidental it may have been.
I also wish to apologise to Lady Ysabel for being the cause of her falling down a staircase, however accidental it may have been.
Written By Gregory
May 21, 2019, 11:59 a.m.(2/22/1011 AR)
I in no way encourage or endorse the sending of messangers to Archscholar Sina, asking her about rumors of a teahouse on academy grounds, nor do I recommend suggesting your favorite flavours of tea to her. I will not recommend that you ask how to donate towards this allegedy amazing idea.
However, I am reminded that Skald encourages us to be free in our choices, so you could just do it anyway, I can't stop you.
However, I am reminded that Skald encourages us to be free in our choices, so you could just do it anyway, I can't stop you.
Written By Gregory
May 21, 2019, 10:48 a.m.(2/21/1011 AR)
I have finally had a change to speak to Archlector Sina about taking my scholars vows and moving up the ranks to being an actual scholar. We agreed on a private ceremony sometime in the coming week. I don't see the need to make a big deal about what is an oath between me and Vellichor, I had one of those when I became a Godsworn, and I don't need another.
I also spoke to her about my senior scholar project, and we agreed that I could look into the Crusade of Shattered Mirrors. We don't know a lot about that time, and with the Thirteenth now being a member of the pantheon, it is a lot less contraversial than it used to be.
Finally, I suggested the opening of a teashop in the academy, the working title is "A Cup of Teaology". Teaology is the kind of priestly duties I enjoy the most. Sitting down with people over a cup of tea and talkin about them and the gods. I get tea, and I seem much less imposing. Plus, I get to sit down, so its always nice. Archscholar Sina said that she would look into finances to see if such a thing was viable. I've offered what little resources I have towards the cost, and offered to drum up support, but I truly do not know how much it will cost to build. I should start gathering donations...
I also spoke to her about my senior scholar project, and we agreed that I could look into the Crusade of Shattered Mirrors. We don't know a lot about that time, and with the Thirteenth now being a member of the pantheon, it is a lot less contraversial than it used to be.
Finally, I suggested the opening of a teashop in the academy, the working title is "A Cup of Teaology". Teaology is the kind of priestly duties I enjoy the most. Sitting down with people over a cup of tea and talkin about them and the gods. I get tea, and I seem much less imposing. Plus, I get to sit down, so its always nice. Archscholar Sina said that she would look into finances to see if such a thing was viable. I've offered what little resources I have towards the cost, and offered to drum up support, but I truly do not know how much it will cost to build. I should start gathering donations...
Written By Gregory
May 19, 2019, 6:50 p.m.(2/18/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Sparte
I am ever grateful that I have a cousin in Arx who is there to help me find my way. I can say with certainty that without him, I would not have settled as quickly, nor found my feet on as solid ground as I have.
Written By Gregory
May 19, 2019, 6:37 p.m.(2/18/1011 AR)
I feel as though I have settled into a routine here in Arx; which is not to say that it is a bad thing, but I need to be wary of limiting my social circles to the same people. It does not help that I have a dislike of crowds, trying to have a conversation in a crowded room makes it far too easy for me to get distracted. To anyone reading this who I don't know, come and say hello, have a cup of tea, and chat.
Written By Gregory
May 19, 2019, 6:37 p.m.(2/18/1011 AR)
I feel as though I have settled into a routine here in Arx; which is not to say that it is a bad thing, but I need to be wary of limiting my social circles to the same people. It does not help that I have a dislike of crowds, trying to have a conversation in a crowded room makes it far too easy for me to get distracted. To anyone reading this who I don't know, come and say hello, have a cup of tea, and chat.
Written By Gregory
May 19, 2019, 6:33 p.m.(2/18/1011 AR)
I have been working on my teaching technique recently. As much as I joke about my standard teaching technique being to hit students over the head with a ironbound book of Vellichor while shouting "Wrong", I am aware that teaching takes all manner of skills, from the ability to speak in a way that conveys information, to understanding your student and their motivations, to knowing the material you are teaching. I think I may have finally managed to understand how to be a good teacher.
Written By Gregory
May 19, 2019, 6:32 p.m.(2/18/1011 AR)
I have been working on my teaching technique recently. As much as I joke about my standard teaching technique being to hit students over the head with a ironbound book of Vellichor while shouting "Wrong", I am aware that teaching takes all manner of skills, from the ability to speak in a way that conveys information, to understanding your student and their motivations, to knowing the material you are teaching.
Written By Gregory
May 12, 2019, 11:35 p.m.(2/5/1011 AR)
You know that you have a lot to talk about when at the end of a conversation with someone, you realise that you need to make an agenda for the next time you have an opperuntity to talk to them. An Agenda. For a two person chat.
I need more tea.
I need more tea.
Written By Gregory
May 10, 2019, 1:30 p.m.(1/28/1011 AR)
I keek having a suggestion about an extension to the academy, a place to drink and study, or have freindly discussions. I need to talk to Archscholar Sina about it. I mean, I also need to talk to her about taking my vows, and what project I want to work on as a scholar, but tea as usual takes priority. At least in my thoughts. What follows in my journals my not be suitable for those not fond of puns about tea. For those that get angry over such things, let us not brew emnitea!
Written By Gregory
April 21, 2019, 9:12 p.m.(12/18/1010 AR)
I was asked a question today that shows to me the failings of speculation. If I had not become godsworn, had the accident never happened that prevented me from taking on my fathers farm in time, would I have been happier as a farmer? When we look back at the choices we made, or that were made for us, we must always bear in mind that the grass is greener on the other side, for when we look back, we look back with fondness for what might have been. What do we know of that grass from a distance?
Written By Gregory
April 21, 2019, 9:06 p.m.(12/18/1010 AR)
If I am to be a senior scholar one day, I must complete a project. My only project thus far is into the canticle of the dawn, and that has led me to a place that I fear I cannot go. It is acceptable to put together an expedition and count that as part of my research? I should spepak with Archscholar Sina to confirm the details. Otherwise I need to look for something else to research.
Written By Gregory
April 21, 2019, 9:03 p.m.(12/18/1010 AR)
Recently I have been spending time within the shrine of The Thirteenth, as part of the preerations to take the vows that will mark me as Scholar in the name of Vellichor. I have been reading the White Journals to see what others make of their time in the shrine, and one of the themes that emerges is that of an oppressive silence. This is a concept that I can both relate to, any yet wonder why those who experience it allow it to be so. In silence, you are with your own thoughts; and if your own thoughts are opressive and bear down upon you, then is that not the time when you need the silence the most in order to reflect upon them?
There is a dual reason to my pressence here though. The first is reflection upon what I am about to do, which for most would be a bigger step I feel. As a Godsworn, my life is already in service to the gods first, and to myself second. This furhter binding of myself to Vellichor is a step which within my heart I have already taken, though I have not spoken the words of the Scholar's vow to him.
The second is more cynical. It is to see the consequences of a vow not kept. Look and see those with one hand, with no tongue and no face. They were found lacking, and so have been punished, their penance is to serve as a silent reflection. Channel well your passion and beware your failings, for they are no excuse for a vow not kept.
There is a dual reason to my pressence here though. The first is reflection upon what I am about to do, which for most would be a bigger step I feel. As a Godsworn, my life is already in service to the gods first, and to myself second. This furhter binding of myself to Vellichor is a step which within my heart I have already taken, though I have not spoken the words of the Scholar's vow to him.
The second is more cynical. It is to see the consequences of a vow not kept. Look and see those with one hand, with no tongue and no face. They were found lacking, and so have been punished, their penance is to serve as a silent reflection. Channel well your passion and beware your failings, for they are no excuse for a vow not kept.
Written By Gregory
April 14, 2019, 7 p.m.(12/4/1010 AR)
I have spoken recently about the importance of a good cloak. It was not it's object that I was previously aware I held such a strong opinion on. A cloak should impart gravitas, not necessarily to those who view it but the feeling of such to he or she that wears it. To that end, a flimsy cloak will simply not do. Occlude should have whipped it should not blow all around in the breeze, but be sturdy and resilient like those whom wear it
Personally I'm a fan of the heavy woollen cloak with light embroidery, to protect from the wind and rain, with a simple thick clasp.
Personally I'm a fan of the heavy woollen cloak with light embroidery, to protect from the wind and rain, with a simple thick clasp.
Written By Gregory
April 14, 2019, 6:50 p.m.(12/4/1010 AR)
My cousin comes up with the wonderful pieces of interesting yet obscure information. I recommend asking him about the street lights.
Written By Gregory
April 14, 2019, 6:45 p.m.(12/4/1010 AR)
Achscholar Sina has put out the call internally for assistance reorganizing and filing the stacks. I spend enough time browsing and reading the contents to know what an invaluable resource they are and how annoying it is when someone put something back in the wrong place. My only regret is this I will not be much use in moving books around so I will have to assist in moving people around instead. And of course providing copious amounts of tea (in another room).
Written By Gregory
April 7, 2019, 5:56 p.m.(11/18/1010 AR)
As may have been gathered from my other entires today, I have joined the scholars, and almost immediately graduated to Adept, or as it is now called, Graduate. I must wait at least some time before I can advance further, which gives me some time to plot out what I will be doing as part of a lecture I must give. I am not sure what I will talk on. Do I have enough knowledge in any particualr subject that I can give such a lecture without boring the audience? It is strange, I have no issues with preaching, with delivering a sermon or taking a service, but when it comes to a talk with those who are to be my peers, I find myself nervous and anxious. As one often is when one is worried about making a good impression, I guess.
Written By Gregory
April 7, 2019, 5:52 p.m.(11/18/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Ysabel
Baroness Ysabel Gilden is a very interesting person, and the two of us seem to have made friends with each other fairly quickly. How it all got started, I am not sure, but I think it comes from both being novices in the Scholars, an offering of assistance in searching the stacks for knowledge about herself, assisting in finding out about what happened to her brother, and teaching her about theology. I don't think I have spent as much time with a person I have just met as with her, not gone so deeply into so many different and complex topics. I should be lucky if I find more such as her to be friends with.
Please note that the scholars may take some time preparing your journal for others to read.