Written By Selene
March 31, 2019, 9:50 p.m.(11/4/1010 AR)
I await the hour when a certain few shops restock their works. It falls to me to find my acquisitions of late to be rather blue, and there is certainly more room in my chest for additional beautiful pieces.
Written By Selene
March 16, 2019, 1:24 p.m.(10/2/1010 AR)
Princess Saoirse has conjured a miracle. She deserves only the highest praise for her accomplishments.
Written By Selene
March 11, 2019, 2:29 p.m.(9/20/1010 AR)
To have one of the great statesmen of the Compact speak favorably of my diplomatic endeavors heartens me like an apprentice receiving accolades from the most demanding of dance instructors or a knight-commander impossible to please. It means something, high praise indeed.
Written By Selene
March 4, 2019, 12:27 a.m.(9/5/1010 AR)
I may adore the act of painting as much as the outcome. The dynamism and the dexterity involved are a wonder. Therein too lies a certain remarkable quality to how action lends itself to permanency, a sudden bolt of color to insight.
I could watch this all night.
I could watch this all night.
Written By Selene
Feb. 17, 2019, 7:41 p.m.(8/4/1010 AR)
I have conjured up a vision of white, though not the pristine harsh line of aeterna. Let it be the soft bloom of the cloud, or the misty veils passing in front of a full moon. Explore the creamy vellum or the feathers of the dove, and distinguish between the nacreous shine within oyster shells and this lucency of alabaster held up to the light.
Written By Selene
Feb. 11, 2019, 4:58 p.m.(7/20/1010 AR)
All that's cherished is not gold,
I prefer argent, all told;
Crown me in treasure of old,
Splendors rouse awe to behold
Gilded lustre leaves me cold.
I prefer the rare and bold,
Forgotten graces old
Wake passion's tales to unfold.
Written By Selene
Feb. 4, 2019, 10:22 p.m.(7/7/1010 AR)
Joscelin Artorius, once more, has outdone herself. I may have to convince Radiant Saedrus to instill a warning with the newest apprentices and those newest minted Whispers to exercise caution in the Atelier. For those pieces laid out in a display case will call to them. How unwise to fill their jewelry cases until they are more financially secure, for there is an object lesson in temptation.
Resist the perfection of emerald drops cut in thin spires for the ear or the viridian pendant hanging from a thin chain. Then the danger grows intensely when they hold up a piece to their throat, their earlobe, their wrist. Just imagine, they whisper.
Imagination is the most potent of wines, a liquor distilled that will banish all reason. Oh, these pieces she weaves snare dreams and manifest an echo in the soul. I have conjured up three outfits just to match one of these gorgeous bangles, and I don't even own it. If you want the perfect accessory or signature piece to build an idea around, come to me and I will soothe your soul.
Moonlight tumbles between my fingers, and I am captivated by its fire when caught underneath facets that plunder my focus. No more can I hope to write. This is a sonata without sound, a symphony in warm metal and brilliant minerals that sings for me.
Resist the perfection of emerald drops cut in thin spires for the ear or the viridian pendant hanging from a thin chain. Then the danger grows intensely when they hold up a piece to their throat, their earlobe, their wrist. Just imagine, they whisper.
Imagination is the most potent of wines, a liquor distilled that will banish all reason. Oh, these pieces she weaves snare dreams and manifest an echo in the soul. I have conjured up three outfits just to match one of these gorgeous bangles, and I don't even own it. If you want the perfect accessory or signature piece to build an idea around, come to me and I will soothe your soul.
Moonlight tumbles between my fingers, and I am captivated by its fire when caught underneath facets that plunder my focus. No more can I hope to write. This is a sonata without sound, a symphony in warm metal and brilliant minerals that sings for me.
Written By Selene
Jan. 28, 2019, 8:30 p.m.(6/20/1010 AR)
I must say the Gilded Page is a fine location to spend a few hours productively engaged in losing myself in written delights.
Written By Selene
Jan. 25, 2019, 3:05 p.m.(6/14/1010 AR)
I invite any of you to engage in correspondence with me. Receiving messages is ever a delight. Having a pen friend out there in the world, someone I can build a friendship with on the strength of witticisms and the written word, would be welcome.
Written By Selene
Jan. 24, 2019, 2:24 p.m.(6/12/1010 AR)
Arx provides spectacular opportunities for self-improvement. Listen to the lives of those around you, and how you might be engaged and studied in ways unimagined.
I have learned of the sea from captains, the nuances of taxes and travel experienced by merchants. I have seen how art unleashed as a gift compares to pieces given for sale, and wondered at the beauty in a sweep of oil, a stroke of silk, a well-written contract.
O city of my heart, I adore you.
I have learned of the sea from captains, the nuances of taxes and travel experienced by merchants. I have seen how art unleashed as a gift compares to pieces given for sale, and wondered at the beauty in a sweep of oil, a stroke of silk, a well-written contract.
O city of my heart, I adore you.
Written By Selene
Jan. 17, 2019, 2:44 p.m.(5/18/1010 AR)
I must say, there is something remarkable happening in the Ward of the Lyceum. Such a celebration of artistic talents spills out from several houses -- Malespero, Igniseri, Saik. In the space of a few days, I have been indulged, thoroughly, in the most imaginative company. Whatever inspires them, I salute with gladness.
Bravo, darlings. Let your creativity shape the world.
Bravo, darlings. Let your creativity shape the world.
Written By Selene
Jan. 16, 2019, 9:07 a.m.(5/15/1010 AR)
A glass of potent Lenosian red, a multitude of lively companions, and engaging conversation: these are the elements of a memorable night.
Let me publicly congratulate Prince Niccolo for his accomplishments with the Black Fox. Entering that esteemed venue is rather like coming home.
Let me publicly congratulate Prince Niccolo for his accomplishments with the Black Fox. Entering that esteemed venue is rather like coming home.
Written By Selene
Jan. 15, 2019, 9:50 a.m.(5/12/1010 AR)
O beautiful city, you never fail to delight me. All the delicious sights and merry sounds gather me into their embrace like old friends.
Can any thrill compare to the tingle of coming home?
Can any thrill compare to the tingle of coming home?
Written By Selene
June 24, 2018, 11:55 p.m.(1/27/1009 AR)
I rather think I need to put myself on a budget as far as ridiculous gowns go. Oh, but they're so much fun.
Written By Selene
June 17, 2018, 11:19 p.m.(1/13/1009 AR)
Aren't we all just feeling fabulous?
Written By Selene
June 4, 2018, 9:31 p.m.(12/2/1008 AR)
I attended a most lovely fashion show today, organized by the eminent merchant and friend to the House Rook Grayward, with Mistress Aurora supplying the outfits and a model by the name of Yasmine showing them off. The whole thing was quite wonderful, and has certainly inspired me that the Whisper House ought consider similar showings. Besides, I've always futzed around with fashion as a second career, what with the shop and all, though perhaps design would be more my forte? Things to consider!
Written By Selene
May 28, 2018, 12:05 a.m.(11/11/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Bliss
Our Champion, and now my newest softest Whisper. She has been doing very well with the King's new project, and I am encouraged she will do wonderfully in other new endeavors now as well.
Written By Selene
April 22, 2018, 11:44 p.m.(8/8/1008 AR)
The Nox embassy party was a delight. I'm sure much will be written on such an historic event, but I would say the highlights included the speech contest and the (private) lounging contest. Also, that Prince Tyrval may deserve a medal for the heroics of his departure.
Written By Selene
April 15, 2018, 11:28 p.m.(7/22/1008 AR)
The King stopped by to discuss some matters of diplomacy with the Abandonned. Naturally, this turned into a rather extended conversation, including all manner of philosophical discussion as well as working through the details of our own role in the matter. Although I've had some success on similar outings, he did emphasize the potential danger, so I offered Bliss the chance to head up our participation, clever that she is with a blade in hand.
Written By Selene
April 8, 2018, 11:19 p.m.(7/8/1008 AR)
Today's assembly proved... well, assembly like. Of course the reports from the war front were disturbing, and the arguments over methods of honoring the dead... unfortunate. Everyone wishes to see their loved ones honored and remembered, of course, so it is a hard thing to draw lines as who is more worthy. I also earned a few silver and found a fellow interested in me facilitating business of a certain variety on his behalf, which we shall yet discuss in greater detail, so I suppose the whole thing was productive!
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