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Richard
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| 09/20/2006 6:31 PM |
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My elevation to the OWS this weekend was a happy / sad occasion and it will take me many months to sort out all the sensations of those few short moments. I was thrilled to be recognized, thrilled to be in the presence of so many close friends and family, and little sad that some of my dear friends and mentors could not be present.
Being elevated in a court held within my household was an experience that will remain with me my entire life. I was awed by the pride and joy my family expressed and humbled by the tremendous trust and respect my family has for me that goes hand in hand with pride and joy.
The OWS carries the responsibility to allways be, "ON", and yet it is given to the recipient in the knowledge that that person is already always, "ON". The recipient has been entrusted, is trusted, to be the embodiment of all that is good in the SCA, Honor, Chivalry, Passion, Commitment, Integrity, Pride, Service, and unique to the Order of White Scarf, mastery of the Rapier Sword Form.
Some of these attributes come from the heart, some are learned, all are demonstrated moment by moment with every word and deed. It is a challenge to live by this code. As a kind friend wryly put it to me, "It makes one aware of ones decorum."
I am up for this challenge and, I know it can not be taken on alone.
I look to all of you in turn, and en mass, for your continued and valued friendship and mentorship as I take this next step.
Yours in Service and respect,
Richard Thomas, OWS
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Richarde
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| 09/20/2006 7:07 PM |
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Well Said , Congratulations, big hugs and Looking forward to celebrating at the SOONEST!
My Cadet Brother, now Brother , may you continue with the same passion and glee you always have displayed. Continue to improve and inspire! Looking forward to crossing blades..single sword he he..inside joke. I wish I could have been at the Clan Carn Camp to withness all the happiness from your friends and the look on your face! Banner WAR? see you there? |
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juan_guthrie
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| 09/20/2006 7:17 PM |
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| Well said and welcome Richard. Thank you also for reminding us of what it means to be a white scarf. |
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Draven
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| 09/21/2006 1:55 PM |
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Right on congratulations Don Richard,
I am glad to hear that you made it in. Very proud to have been a part of your journey and continue down the path which you have always followed. Take care and see you at an event soon. BTW what will you call yourself? Don, Mon, Herr *grins* |
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Draven Mac Raith
Cadet to Monseigneur Prospere de Montsegur
"Scar of Tir Righ" Principality Rapier Champion |
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Tabby
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| 09/21/2006 2:03 PM |
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Draven--We're calling him Don Sweetpea. No, really he answers to it!! 
Richard, I am very happy for you, and I think that you will set a great example for all of us. You've always demonstrated great courtesy, level-headedness, and apropos, and you a very picture of a gentleman.
Ok, so I'm biased toward one of my very oldest friends in this community--oh, there's no way to say that very nicely!
Off to drink more coffee....
*hugs and warm fuzzies* |
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Lady Tabytha Morgan/Tanayle Haga
"There is no sin, except stupidity"
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Alvarro
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| 09/22/2006 2:55 PM |
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Richard,
You are one of my all time favourite fights, always fun and ALWAYS an absolute challenge.
Welcome to your new job, I'm looking forward to having you as a co-worker. It wil be busy but very rewarding. Wish I could have been there, but we'll give you a good welcome the first chance we get!!  |
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Prudence. Temperance. Fortitude. Justice. |
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KitH
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| 09/22/2006 3:23 PM |
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Well said Richard. The reception at the Carn encampment was overwhelming to me too. And I was just a witness.
It is very well deserved. |
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Kit Heinrichs
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