Those who came beforeext_2617461June 4 2014, 00:39:30 UTC
I'm still relatively new to the SCA (starting my 3rd year, I think), so I do not hold any awards or regalia, but your article has shown me a new way of thinking with regards to the circlets, pointy-hats, and spiffy doo-dads that others wear.
I already knew that those with coronets, white belts, laurel leaves or pelican pins were very knowledgeable and experienced individuals with a great deal of potential advice and wisdom to share, but I never stopped to consider that the regalia they wear can be seen as a symbol not just of *their* accomplishments, but of the efforts and acknowledgements of the mentors and other gentiles whose patience, instruction, and support helped lead them to position they hold now.
Now they are in position to inspire and support others, just as their mentors inspired them. As you said, that piece of regalia isn't just about them, is it? It's about all those who came before.
It's definitely something for me to consider as I continue my career in the SCA.
This popped up in my feed on FB and I wanted to leave you a note to say "thank you" for your perspective.
Like you, I'm not terribly fond of wearing things on my head at events. I'm a heavy fighter and, if I'm not fighting, I'm often in the kitchen or running around doing something else. Thank you for the reminder that we do the things we do in service to the Dream.
I've stepped down as landed baroness, and my county coronet was "in planning" for so long my husband and several others are in process of designing it for me. Darn it! ;)
My big project now is finishing my heavy armor, and getting some training. I hope sincerely to meet you on the field.
If I'm ever out at an An Tir event and have my armor (or if we both happen to be at Pennsic), I would be happy to meet you on the field for a pickup or two. ^_^
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I already knew that those with coronets, white belts, laurel leaves or pelican pins were very knowledgeable and experienced individuals with a great deal of potential advice and wisdom to share, but I never stopped to consider that the regalia they wear can be seen as a symbol not just of *their* accomplishments, but of the efforts and acknowledgements of the mentors and other gentiles whose patience, instruction, and support helped lead them to position they hold now.
Now they are in position to inspire and support others, just as their mentors inspired them. As you said, that piece of regalia isn't just about them, is it? It's about all those who came before.
It's definitely something for me to consider as I continue my career in the SCA.
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Your encouragement meant so much to me.
How can I help further your journey?
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Like you, I'm not terribly fond of wearing things on my head at events. I'm a heavy fighter and, if I'm not fighting, I'm often in the kitchen or running around doing something else. Thank you for the reminder that we do the things we do in service to the Dream.
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I've stepped down as landed baroness, and my county coronet was "in planning" for so long my husband and several others are in process of designing it for me. Darn it! ;)
My big project now is finishing my heavy armor, and getting some training. I hope sincerely to meet you on the field.
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If I'm ever out at an An Tir event and have my armor (or if we both happen to be at Pennsic), I would be happy to meet you on the field for a pickup or two. ^_^
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