Written By Mia
Aug. 1, 2021, 11:49 p.m.(12/11/1015 AR)
Whenever I feel the need to be pedantic and condescending, I also feel obligated to put forth the effort to ensure that my arguments are well-researched and factually correct. When one's determined to be insufferable, it's honestly just the polite thing to do.
You may be smug or you may be wrong, but I strongly advise against attempting both simultaneously.
You may be smug or you may be wrong, but I strongly advise against attempting both simultaneously.
Written By Michael
Aug. 1, 2021, 11:01 p.m.(12/11/1015 AR)
Relationship Note on Noah
The Prince of Grayson, Noah, has been responsible for most of my battle injuries of late. A black eye even.
Written By Petra
Aug. 1, 2021, 10:34 p.m.(12/11/1015 AR)
I had an idea, though I am unsure how well it would be received. I thought it could be fun if different families of both the common folk and the peerage could host events sharing some of their interesting family traditions. I think it would be wonderful as it could show the truly human side of who we all are. Though, I also understand that some of the families might like to keep their traditions a secret.
Written By Petra
Aug. 1, 2021, 10:31 p.m.(12/11/1015 AR)
I had the most marvelous time meeting members of the Peerage and of this fine city at the Golden Hart. It was the most marvelous of times. My nephew decided to dance and I /tried/ to sing. Alas, I am out of practice in the singing area. I guess it will just take practice.
Written By Petra
Aug. 1, 2021, 10:30 p.m.(12/11/1015 AR)
I received a letter from Riva. Something is going on there with the fish it seems. The fishermen are reporting that their fish are rotten, dead, or too sick for humans to eat. I am going to work to assemble a team to go and discover the cause.
Written By Raven
Aug. 1, 2021, 9:29 p.m.(12/11/1015 AR)
I will have to thank of a proper way to thank all those who I relied on this past week and more. There are so many.
Lord Jace and Lord Jamie who saved my life in the Whisper House.
Lady Medeia, Lady Eirene and all the other physicians at Saving Grace hospital who tended to my many grevious wounds and even now continue to do all they can to save my life and hasten the healing of my arm.
Prince Raimon who tirelessly watched over me when I was wounded and was there to push his tea into me to tend my aches.
Prince Sebastian who came to see me promptly and did all that he could to keep me safe.
Lord Ian for tirelessly dealing with my endless curiosity and by his mere company reminding me a physical impairment doesn't stop our duty.
Lord Orland and Lord Vitalis with providing me vital information so I might understand exactly that'd happened that night.
Gabriella for returning home finally.
Lord Mirk, Princess Alessia, Lady Khanne, Princess Thrax for sharing their vast knowledge and insight.
There are so many more I've come to rely on, some many more who helped me through what could have been a catastrophic week but instead for all the overwhelming support has been a week to count my innumerable blessings. I am truely deeply grateful.
Lord Jace and Lord Jamie who saved my life in the Whisper House.
Lady Medeia, Lady Eirene and all the other physicians at Saving Grace hospital who tended to my many grevious wounds and even now continue to do all they can to save my life and hasten the healing of my arm.
Prince Raimon who tirelessly watched over me when I was wounded and was there to push his tea into me to tend my aches.
Prince Sebastian who came to see me promptly and did all that he could to keep me safe.
Lord Ian for tirelessly dealing with my endless curiosity and by his mere company reminding me a physical impairment doesn't stop our duty.
Lord Orland and Lord Vitalis with providing me vital information so I might understand exactly that'd happened that night.
Gabriella for returning home finally.
Lord Mirk, Princess Alessia, Lady Khanne, Princess Thrax for sharing their vast knowledge and insight.
There are so many more I've come to rely on, some many more who helped me through what could have been a catastrophic week but instead for all the overwhelming support has been a week to count my innumerable blessings. I am truely deeply grateful.
Written By Jophiel
Aug. 1, 2021, 8:48 p.m.(12/11/1015 AR)
The upcoming Heart in Hand meeting would be a great activity to consolidate what we wish to do going forward. I do feel that we should increase our efforts in improving the lives of the less fortunate, by providing simple education, like agriculture to meet their basic needs. We should look for farmers who are willing to share their crafts, as well as nobles who might be interested in sharing part of their land. For the nobles, the repayment of rent on the land should suffice, assuming we can negotiate a suitable amount. As for the farmers, perhaps we could come up with some incentives for them to share their knowledge?
Written By Regal
Aug. 1, 2021, 8:39 p.m.(12/11/1015 AR)
Everything is made better with an audience. That's why those who seek them out, starve quickly without them.
Written By Regal
Aug. 1, 2021, 8:28 p.m.(12/11/1015 AR)
I've wandered back to Arx again and things seem tense. Need to find some work. Handing out drinks the last time I was in Arx didn't really pay much of anything. I didn't exactly get hired in the classic sense, but no one even slid me a few coins for handing them their whiskey or whatever else.
Written By Mattheu
Aug. 1, 2021, 6:26 p.m.(12/11/1015 AR)
Relationship Note on Petra
My aunt, and one that I will always look up to for all that she has endured, she continues to share her smile with us. I can only repay her by not giving her gray hairs reserved for my siblings.
Written By Martino
Aug. 1, 2021, 5:54 p.m.(12/11/1015 AR)
Rope burn hurts the hands.
Written By Ilira
Aug. 1, 2021, 12:19 p.m.(12/10/1015 AR)
Relationship Note on Ryhalt
You aren't our better.
Written By Cesare
Aug. 1, 2021, 12:13 p.m.(12/10/1015 AR)
It has been one of my greatest fortunes as a Whisper to have had - and continue to have - the opportunity to commingle with people from all walks of life. Our Compact is tremendously full of gifted individuals, and I consider myself deeply lucky to have met, worked alongside, and befriended so many of them. As a Whisper, my perspective has benefited from hearing the many varied histories, thoughts, opinions, and approaches of these folk. Whispers inevitably do people-focused work, and it's always necessary when doing such work to come at it from myriad angles; people are as varied as snowflakes, if you'll pardon the simile, no two alike, and one must adjust one's approach each time. So each new thing I learn - customs, likes, dislikes, folklore, traditions, et cetera - benefits me in some way. And I've been doubly fortunate this week, in the wake of what happened at our beloved House, to spend some with many of my most cared-for, and to feel not just cherished, but understood.
I have found in my personal experiences that condemnation and anger are not difficult to muster. It is understanding and forgiveness which require the deeper examination of oneself and another, and are therefore much harder to summon in true sincerity. And it is forgiveness which is perhaps the most healing, because it absolves oneself of the weight of anger. I've always found anger difficult to hold onto, however - my devotion as a Disciple of Jayus is very true in that regard; I always seem to settle into joy and hope as a sort of equilibrium. Nonetheless, I am not immune to resentment.
I've found myself increasingly drawn to contemplation lately, too. Many would tell you that is not a new development, if you asked. But contemplation, learning to be alone and at home with oneself and one's thoughts, has long been a balm. In troubled times, it is only moreso.
I have found in my personal experiences that condemnation and anger are not difficult to muster. It is understanding and forgiveness which require the deeper examination of oneself and another, and are therefore much harder to summon in true sincerity. And it is forgiveness which is perhaps the most healing, because it absolves oneself of the weight of anger. I've always found anger difficult to hold onto, however - my devotion as a Disciple of Jayus is very true in that regard; I always seem to settle into joy and hope as a sort of equilibrium. Nonetheless, I am not immune to resentment.
I've found myself increasingly drawn to contemplation lately, too. Many would tell you that is not a new development, if you asked. But contemplation, learning to be alone and at home with oneself and one's thoughts, has long been a balm. In troubled times, it is only moreso.
Written By Auda
Aug. 1, 2021, 11:51 a.m.(12/10/1015 AR)
Every time I go for a walk, I notice new flowers around the city. It's the little things, truly.
Written By Thea
Aug. 1, 2021, 11:49 a.m.(12/10/1015 AR)
Relationship Note on Kiera
After watching my sister in law work, I've come to the conclusion that she is like my brother. Minus the continuous flirting. It's an enjoyable thing.
Written By Rosalind
Aug. 1, 2021, 11:36 a.m.(12/10/1015 AR)
Relationship Note on Cadern
A shame. You didn't even notice. Don't worry. I'll try harder next time.
Written By Rosalind
Aug. 1, 2021, 11:33 a.m.(12/10/1015 AR)
And just like that, I have 6 guards! 6! How did this happen scholar?! So do you know what I decided to do? We all went to the mudpit and practiced there. All of us. I mean, I had to see how good of guards they would be, keeping up with me. 3 of them came from Sanna. Which was very kind of the Marquessa. And I think that Marquis Cirroch would be proud of them. Though I think we all may have left a bit of a mess when we got home. I'm just making the best of a.....not ideal situation.
Written By Elizabetha
Aug. 1, 2021, 11:21 a.m.(12/10/1015 AR)
Attending Queen Symonesse's symposium taught me that there are far more wonderous and terrifying things in the world than one might even dream of. While I take pride in the depth of my studies, it is becoming clear that what I have discovered is but a sliver of the mysteries to be unveiled. It is quite exhilirating. I was also heartened to hear so many speak of the power of Art and how essential it is and shall be. Even with the gloom and worry passing over the city in these times, a ray of hope can penetrate the clouds.
Written By Haakon
Aug. 1, 2021, 10:37 a.m.(12/10/1015 AR)
Too many folk cling too bloody hard to their need to feel superior to other bodies, with all too few deeds to deserve it.
Fuck the lot of them, I'm going reaving.
Fuck the lot of them, I'm going reaving.
Written By Quenia
Aug. 1, 2021, 8:59 a.m.(12/10/1015 AR)
I have been journeying a lot lately, more than usual. I find that its sometimes useful to get out into the world, explore it a bit, and see what other people are doing. You never know what you might learn on a journey, what new thing will come your way. Or, what old thing might come your way.
I've been piecing together bits and pieces of history. Igniseri history, world history, just history. I've been looking at it from all angles, trying to see if there are any patterns or clues from what happened to see what might happen in the things to come.
I am no fool, with blinders on. I know there are things to come, and it stands to reason these are things we'll need help with. It may yet prove more challenging than even the battle of Eurus was. I hope the Queen's speech the other eve is enough to spire people into action, to know that we must not sit silent. We may have to bend, if we do not want to break.
I've been piecing together bits and pieces of history. Igniseri history, world history, just history. I've been looking at it from all angles, trying to see if there are any patterns or clues from what happened to see what might happen in the things to come.
I am no fool, with blinders on. I know there are things to come, and it stands to reason these are things we'll need help with. It may yet prove more challenging than even the battle of Eurus was. I hope the Queen's speech the other eve is enough to spire people into action, to know that we must not sit silent. We may have to bend, if we do not want to break.
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