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I actually wanted (and planned, and got) a contemplation-style vigil with traditional European trappings - white clothing, barefoot, ritual bath, candles and an altar. I asked a few of my friends to come pray with me before the vigil was opened to people waiting to speak to me.
The wonderful Laurel friends who provided food and guarded the door also made it clear that I was *contemplating* in there, not partying, and that surely helped to keep the atmosphere quiet.
I had a personal herald (Owen) and he made sure to go over the ceremony with me ahead of time and to consult Their Majesties on a few points of preference that I expressed to be sure they were OK. Their Majesties were Rolf and Aurora so I can testify that they were quite willing to make small modifications. Ask if you want details. (I can herald, BTW, I just don't do it often.)
I asked a Pelican and a Laurel to speak for me, and would have had a knight except that he was seriously ill. I did arrange to have his banner carried in my procession, a gesture he greatly appreciated. I had two escorts lead me forward, and other than that everything was pretty West Kingdom standard.
I had no friend with a "legacy" Laurel medallion, but friends bought me a new one from my favorite enamelers/metalworkers.
I did invite a special friend and relative or two, but only one of them could come. He took some very well-intentioned photos that, alas, didn't turn out too well.
Barring fire, flood, etc. I am NOT going to miss this elevation! ;)
When you have a "cat wrangler" (as per Owen's good advice) let us know who it is so we can coordinate with them.
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Date: 2011-08-31 01:03 am (UTC)I actually wanted (and planned, and got) a contemplation-style vigil with traditional European trappings - white clothing, barefoot, ritual bath, candles and an altar. I asked a few of my friends to come pray with me before the vigil was opened to people waiting to speak to me.
The wonderful Laurel friends who provided food and guarded the door also made it clear that I was *contemplating* in there, not partying, and that surely helped to keep the atmosphere quiet.
I had a personal herald (Owen) and he made sure to go over the ceremony with me ahead of time and to consult Their Majesties on a few points of preference that I expressed to be sure they were OK. Their Majesties were Rolf and Aurora so I can testify that they were quite willing to make small modifications. Ask if you want details. (I can herald, BTW, I just don't do it often.)
I asked a Pelican and a Laurel to speak for me, and would have had a knight except that he was seriously ill. I did arrange to have his banner carried in my procession, a gesture he greatly appreciated. I had two escorts lead me forward, and other than that everything was pretty West Kingdom standard.
I had no friend with a "legacy" Laurel medallion, but friends bought me a new one from my favorite enamelers/metalworkers.
I did invite a special friend and relative or two, but only one of them could come. He took some very well-intentioned photos that, alas, didn't turn out too well.
Barring fire, flood, etc. I am NOT going to miss this elevation! ;)
When you have a "cat wrangler" (as per Owen's good advice) let us know who it is so we can coordinate with them.