Inspiration and Intimidation

[gabri]

For years in the SCA, and often in my professional life, I've scared people. It was clearer in the SCA, because people are more willing to joke or talk about how fearsome I am

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[gabri]

You are so very kind. Thank you

[gabri]

And I value you for the same traits. Your titles scared the dog out of me, not the person.

Natasha, not truly anonymous

[anonymous]

I have often heard the same things about myself. You have told me I scared you in the long ago. I am still not comfortable with being thought to be intimidating, and I try hard not to be. Not, I suspect, with the success I'd like...

And for your revelation? That's absolutely the truth of who you are. Of what you are. Of how you live your life. It's not something you set out to do or be. It's simply Heather, and Gabrielle, and Mom.

Re: Natasha, not truly anonymous

[gabri]

Again, it was the title, Vox Leonis, that scared me, not the person. I greatly admired the person, but shied away from someone so obviously important that I shouldn't be talking to them.

I have been grateful beyond words you reached out and we have built an epic friendship of trust, help, and silliness.