Written By Medeia
April 6, 2021, 1:15 a.m.(3/28/1015 AR)
Scholar, when I asked you to help me find any interesting journals from the past several days so that I might keep apprised of what is happening in the city, I did not expect you to bring me three journals that mention me by name. On three unrelated topics! I feel like I have been doing less and less lately, so it is heartening to see that I am able to affect others in ways they find remarkable.
I thoroughly enjoyed preparing for and conducting the primer on healing herbs. I hope to make this a series, covering a broad range of herbs, flowers, and other plants that are medicinally useful. I spoke on dandy lions (in some regions, the flowers are called swine's snout), sunbride (perhaps known as Mary's gold to some), and sage. It has been requested that I cover nettles in an upcoming lesson, and I am happy to oblige. I am thinking I may host a tea blending workshop - after the twins are born.
I'm already cutting it close, I think, on some upcoming festivities. I'm reasonably confident I will make it through the wedding of Lady Thea and Lord Drake without concern. Marquessa Tyche and Prince Leonel, however? I suppose we will see. Which reminds me, I need to have the bottles of their wine included in the next shipment from Saikland. And the next feast in our hall is somewhere between those two weddings. We (well, someone who is in a condition suitable for dancing) will be teaching the steps to the traditional chain dance of the Eswynds, with music, and of course plenty of food and drink. I already have the plan for the next feast after ready to go! I've had a lot of time for planning.
Quickly, on the topic of planning, I am lucky to have the fantastic assistance of Lady Zoey, Lord Dycard, and Lady Quinley in pulling together a celebration of the Mourning Isles to be held in Crimson Square. I believe it is time for the harsh memory of the attack by traitors to be replaced with jubilant memories of our people coming together and sharing the things that make us all unique and interesting. There will be games and prizes, song and dance and stories, food and drink, displays of art, and more to highlight the houses of the Thrax fealty. I hope many from across the city attend and celebrate with us.
Princess Alarissa and Duke Hadrian both do me a kindness in their journals. Having had the opportunity to speak with both of them privately, separately, has been delightful and enriching. Knowing that the Thrax children are clamoring for the dolls simply means I shall have to commission more of them. But yes, both the princess and the duke provided me much to think about in our conversations. I am eager to follow up with them both (within the next decade, of course)!
Scholar, what is that look? Am I talking too much? Oh. Yes, I will absolutely have a doll commissioned of you. Are you writing this down? So I won't go back on my word. What would make you think I would?! Honestly, at the rate I keep getting you whenever I come to the Archive, you're liable to be my best friend in a week or two. This is getting long, though, isn't it? I suppose I'm done then.
I thoroughly enjoyed preparing for and conducting the primer on healing herbs. I hope to make this a series, covering a broad range of herbs, flowers, and other plants that are medicinally useful. I spoke on dandy lions (in some regions, the flowers are called swine's snout), sunbride (perhaps known as Mary's gold to some), and sage. It has been requested that I cover nettles in an upcoming lesson, and I am happy to oblige. I am thinking I may host a tea blending workshop - after the twins are born.
I'm already cutting it close, I think, on some upcoming festivities. I'm reasonably confident I will make it through the wedding of Lady Thea and Lord Drake without concern. Marquessa Tyche and Prince Leonel, however? I suppose we will see. Which reminds me, I need to have the bottles of their wine included in the next shipment from Saikland. And the next feast in our hall is somewhere between those two weddings. We (well, someone who is in a condition suitable for dancing) will be teaching the steps to the traditional chain dance of the Eswynds, with music, and of course plenty of food and drink. I already have the plan for the next feast after ready to go! I've had a lot of time for planning.
Quickly, on the topic of planning, I am lucky to have the fantastic assistance of Lady Zoey, Lord Dycard, and Lady Quinley in pulling together a celebration of the Mourning Isles to be held in Crimson Square. I believe it is time for the harsh memory of the attack by traitors to be replaced with jubilant memories of our people coming together and sharing the things that make us all unique and interesting. There will be games and prizes, song and dance and stories, food and drink, displays of art, and more to highlight the houses of the Thrax fealty. I hope many from across the city attend and celebrate with us.
Princess Alarissa and Duke Hadrian both do me a kindness in their journals. Having had the opportunity to speak with both of them privately, separately, has been delightful and enriching. Knowing that the Thrax children are clamoring for the dolls simply means I shall have to commission more of them. But yes, both the princess and the duke provided me much to think about in our conversations. I am eager to follow up with them both (within the next decade, of course)!
Scholar, what is that look? Am I talking too much? Oh. Yes, I will absolutely have a doll commissioned of you. Are you writing this down? So I won't go back on my word. What would make you think I would?! Honestly, at the rate I keep getting you whenever I come to the Archive, you're liable to be my best friend in a week or two. This is getting long, though, isn't it? I suppose I'm done then.
Written By Svana
April 5, 2021, 8:40 p.m.(3/27/1015 AR)
Anything I have said in the past about how time doesn't heal all wounds - well, I'm changing my mind.
It hurts less and less these days. When I'm having a dreary day, I go to her and she holds me, and there is rarely time that she doesn't smile when she sees me - and more importantly, she smiles when she sees all the children.
I'm sorry for him, but I have mourned long enough and I've got a few souls who I need to live for - and myself too.
As a note... I owe much to Lord Jyri Whitehawk, who helped me have some closure in the matter of Jules' death. Thank you, Lord Jyri. I am so sorry to hear of you being returned to the wheel, and I am sorry for your children, who we talked about. I am sorry too, Lady Elora. He was a kind man.
It hurts less and less these days. When I'm having a dreary day, I go to her and she holds me, and there is rarely time that she doesn't smile when she sees me - and more importantly, she smiles when she sees all the children.
I'm sorry for him, but I have mourned long enough and I've got a few souls who I need to live for - and myself too.
As a note... I owe much to Lord Jyri Whitehawk, who helped me have some closure in the matter of Jules' death. Thank you, Lord Jyri. I am so sorry to hear of you being returned to the wheel, and I am sorry for your children, who we talked about. I am sorry too, Lady Elora. He was a kind man.
Written By Ilira
April 5, 2021, 11:13 a.m.(3/27/1015 AR)
Relationship Note on Savio
Rarely can I relate so equally with both sides of a story.
Written By Mabelle
April 5, 2021, 9:39 a.m.(3/26/1015 AR)
Relationship Note on Klaus
Everyone certainly has a cousin that convinced them it was perfectly safe to reach into a beehive to grab their doll that was stuffed there by said cousin.
I was itching for three weeks.
Bee careful cousin, I've learned a few tricks since I was seven.
I was itching for three weeks.
Bee careful cousin, I've learned a few tricks since I was seven.
Written By Ember
April 5, 2021, 8:46 a.m.(3/26/1015 AR)
While much of the noble family was away clearing up the shav problem north of Redreef Shores, the Redreef Estate within Arx has been renovated and redecorated. My requests have been honored by the builders, and I find the new look of the place entirely to my liking. It is a fearsome home for a fearsome family.
Written By Savio
April 4, 2021, 10:41 p.m.(3/26/1015 AR)
There once was a gorgeous woman
An exquisite, sharp seductress
With shining hair and ruby lips
Her eyes long-lashed and lustrous
She had a svelte but petite body
And a dancer's natural grace
Long legs and all of the right curves
A stunning heart-shaped face
She set her eyes upon a mark
And said, I'll own that man
His mind will stop, his heart will race
He'll be mine to command
He won't resist the way I look
In this spicy low-cut bodice
No man can keep his wits intact
When I'm deliciously immodest
She swayed her hips right up to him
And was working all her magic when
He backed away from her and said,
"I'm sorry, I like men."
based on a true story
An exquisite, sharp seductress
With shining hair and ruby lips
Her eyes long-lashed and lustrous
She had a svelte but petite body
And a dancer's natural grace
Long legs and all of the right curves
A stunning heart-shaped face
She set her eyes upon a mark
And said, I'll own that man
His mind will stop, his heart will race
He'll be mine to command
He won't resist the way I look
In this spicy low-cut bodice
No man can keep his wits intact
When I'm deliciously immodest
She swayed her hips right up to him
And was working all her magic when
He backed away from her and said,
"I'm sorry, I like men."
based on a true story
Written By Torian
April 4, 2021, 10:28 p.m.(3/25/1015 AR)
Between the school, the shipping, and the tannery, it seems I don't have much time for just, stopping and spending time with family.
Got to do so recently, it was nice, so many of us in one place just enjoying our time together.
Hope we can manage it again soon.
Got to do so recently, it was nice, so many of us in one place just enjoying our time together.
Hope we can manage it again soon.
Written By Raja
April 4, 2021, 10:21 p.m.(3/25/1015 AR)
It is decided. I will build this Library in the Lowers in honor of Sina. I have had an outpouring of support. Soon, as the temperatures warm, we will begin by clearing out an area of the lowers that is practically unihabitable. From here, a plaza will be built followed by the building of a Library. It will be another tool for the people of the Lowers to empower themselves.
Written By Alarissa
April 4, 2021, 10:08 p.m.(3/25/1015 AR)
Lady Medeia had made for Astrid a most beautiful gift. Though the creator is one that makes me turn my head a little to the side. Victus has been rendered into plush form, a fur cloak and all. Upon his shoulder, Scarf has been fashioned and for once, not Lilybelle. There's a small flask that holds a thimble full of liquid, that can be placed at the hip of the otter or within Victus' hand. It looks like him, down to the beard and the scars.
The other one is a doll of myself. I admit that it stung some, to see me rendered in silks and yarn without my left arm. But that was assuaged by the presence of two arms that can be buttoned on that side. A rubicund arm, with the flask hand and then one of the arms that I have never seen fit to wear because there's never been quite a time to wear it. They tuck within the back of the doll and she can be dressed in other dresses.
Astrid has delighted at these gifts, and the twins already squabble over it and are demanding their own. Eleyna cares not, she has her own doll of someone she admires. Danse considers himself too old to play with stuffed animals or dolls.
They are a marvel, and a delight and my pride shall get over what it sees and can appreciate the care and detail taken.
The other one is a doll of myself. I admit that it stung some, to see me rendered in silks and yarn without my left arm. But that was assuaged by the presence of two arms that can be buttoned on that side. A rubicund arm, with the flask hand and then one of the arms that I have never seen fit to wear because there's never been quite a time to wear it. They tuck within the back of the doll and she can be dressed in other dresses.
Astrid has delighted at these gifts, and the twins already squabble over it and are demanding their own. Eleyna cares not, she has her own doll of someone she admires. Danse considers himself too old to play with stuffed animals or dolls.
They are a marvel, and a delight and my pride shall get over what it sees and can appreciate the care and detail taken.
Written By Acacia
April 4, 2021, 9:51 p.m.(3/25/1015 AR)
Relationship Note on Kastelon
A Lord of Keaton on my ship. I'll have to remember to hold my pinky out.
I jest. In truth, I'm pleased. I like the man. He's may be the most earnestly unsilky silk I have every met, but in all the best ways.
I'm honored he's asked me to show me the ropes when it comes to sailing. He's good company and I'd like to see him last a little longer.
So with that in mind we'll get him shipshape and rigged up right. I'm glad to do it.
I jest. In truth, I'm pleased. I like the man. He's may be the most earnestly unsilky silk I have every met, but in all the best ways.
I'm honored he's asked me to show me the ropes when it comes to sailing. He's good company and I'd like to see him last a little longer.
So with that in mind we'll get him shipshape and rigged up right. I'm glad to do it.
Written By Kiera
April 4, 2021, 9:47 p.m.(3/25/1015 AR)
i went to the balista launches housted by House Sanna today. I enjoyed observing and everyone seemed to have a good time. Baron Norwood even took a turn in the ballista . It was worth going just to see that
Written By Porter
April 4, 2021, 9:35 p.m.(3/25/1015 AR)
I think my head is going to hurt forever.
Written By Olivian
April 4, 2021, 9:29 p.m.(3/25/1015 AR)
I should try and catch up with the Maestra soon, it's been too long
Written By Olivian
April 4, 2021, 9:29 p.m.(3/25/1015 AR)
Things are getting intense at the Tragedy, things are beginning to move now it seems
Written By Raven
April 4, 2021, 9:07 p.m.(3/25/1015 AR)
Trust is a tricky business. The willingness to assume one understands what is seeing is strong but how often do we really know the truth of things?
Written By Hadrian
April 4, 2021, 8:57 p.m.(3/25/1015 AR)
Relationship Note on Medeia
It was a grand opportunity to sit down and hold a long discussion with Lady Medeia. She's certainly grown into grand company! She can carry on a conversation and keep both parties interested with effortless ease. I look forward to the next opportunity for she and I to sit down and chat about whatever we please.
It is my goal to make certain our next discussion doesn't take ten years to arrive.
It is my goal to make certain our next discussion doesn't take ten years to arrive.
Written By Rosalind
April 4, 2021, 8:48 p.m.(3/25/1015 AR)
Relationship Note on Triton
Dear twin,
I miss you! Come back soon. I could really use you right now. Even if you did get annoyed with me more often than not. You understood.
I miss you! Come back soon. I could really use you right now. Even if you did get annoyed with me more often than not. You understood.
Written By Rosalind
April 4, 2021, 8:28 p.m.(3/25/1015 AR)
Time seems to be going still, scholar. So very very slow. Maybe it's time to create something? Travel? Ummm....Why are you looking at me like that?!
Written By Thea
April 4, 2021, 8:23 p.m.(3/25/1015 AR)
Relationship Note on Santi
You take that back! Auntie Eirene is definitely not! I bet she reads your entry and is giving you the middle finger. Cackling.
Written By Aaron
April 4, 2021, 8:13 p.m.(3/25/1015 AR)
I had my new assistant, Thorlek, cleaning out some of the storage rooms in the back of Sew Civilized. He found what amounted to many boxes of glass. So much glass.
Did Balakay order this? Did I ask him to? I honestly don't remember.
I guess I'm going to have to figure out what to do with all this glass. Maybe it'll inspire me. Or maybe I'll just have Thorlek hide it in the back of the storage room.
Come to think of it, maybe I asked Balakay to do the same thing, some time ago. Hmm.
Did Balakay order this? Did I ask him to? I honestly don't remember.
I guess I'm going to have to figure out what to do with all this glass. Maybe it'll inspire me. Or maybe I'll just have Thorlek hide it in the back of the storage room.
Come to think of it, maybe I asked Balakay to do the same thing, some time ago. Hmm.
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