Maredudd1066 wanted a Japanese "happy dance."

[gurdymonkey]

I rather like this one. Besides, every taiko uchite I know can play it.

Not having been in an apprenticeship relationship with anyone (I'm an equal opportunity brain picker!), I dithered briefly, then decided to ask duchessletitia to make the public announcement to the kingdom list. There have been a number of Laurels in kingdom and out who have been supportive and enthusiastic about the stuff I do but I knew I couldn't count on prying sengokudaimyo out from under his rock with any reliability or timeliness. Edward le Kervere is a campmate and got to beam at me for the rest of the day, including the post event stop at Applebys for dinner. Her Grace was at Purgatorio, involved in The Meeting (DUN DUN DUNNNNNNNNNNNN!), and had to leave before Rolf made The Job Offer, so I asked her to do it. Holy crap, this is like planning a wedding or something!

So here I am stuck at home with a fever I don't want to pass on to folks at work and feeling guilty because it's payroll day, plus the OTHER whirl inside my brain. There is awesomeness to plot! (Yuki no shita or Matsu-gasane? Yuki no shita will at least go with the uwagi I made this year, but matsu-gasane is gorgeous too.) Will try to restrain myself from ordering swatches at least until Payday. At least there is very good tea in the house....

Random Japanophile trivia: I will be making a jump of rank from senior seventh rank or sho-shichi-i (common courtier) to fourth junior rank  or ju-shi-i (courtier with palace access). How could a kuge chick NOT be amped about that? I'm going to have to learn to stifle a twitch when addressed as Sensei.

For those thinking they might like to try to be at Twelfth Night, we think it may be at the Hilton in Concord, CA. If so, Oakland Airport is closest, but it and San Francisco Airport are both served by BART links and the Hilton offers free shuttles to and from BART. I'll post event info as I find out about it.

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[xrian.livejournal.com]

If this round-eye can be of any help in planning Japanese deliciousness, please ask. I'd love to help if I can.

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.

[gurdymonkey.livejournal.com]

All excellent things to know and I will be sure to let you know how you can help. You've been so supportive and encouraging all along. ;-D