The author reflects on blogging in 2026, embracing a flexible writing lifestyle from various cozy locations despite the harsh winter. They find inspiration in everyday experiences and changes within themselves, incorporating practices like Qigong to enhance creativity and mindfulness. The blog evolves alongside the writer’s journey, emphasizing connection and anticipation for warmer, joyful times.
Everyone deserves a fulfilling life, not based on achievements or recognition, but simply because we exist. Our worth transcends external validations, thriving instead in learning, creativity, and connections. Each contribution, no matter how small, enriches the community, reminding us that fulfillment is found in shared moments and passion.
The Itinerant Scribe reflects on a journey that transcends physical travel, evolving from a 14th-century Irish persona to a 15th-century Bruges scribe. This transformation includes a shift from traditional arts to the practice of Tai Chi, which she plans to teach. Embracing movement as a form of art, she continues to share her discoveries.
Last Saturday’s 2025 Calontir Queen’s Prize Tournament event was a wonderful achievement celebration. It showed how joyful—and exciting—the SCA arts and sciences can be. It always starts the same way. There’s that first spark—an idea, a project, a skill you just can’t wait to try. So you dive in, you buy all the necessary materials…
The other day, I curled up with Anne Lamott’s Bird by Bird. It’s a book I’d been meaning to read for ages as writers everywhere recommend it and for good reason. Lamott makes the struggles of writing feel both universal and strangely comforting. I was nodding along and agreeing with what she wrote. I even…
At last August’s Lonely Tower Scriptorium, I picked up a preprint award scroll to finish. By the next event, I had it done and turned in. You know, I wrote about it here. And you know what? It felt amazing to be excited about a scroll I painted again. Even though it was just one…
It’s time for another WIP Wednesday! I’ve been working on a preprint that’s brought me so much joy this week. One I planned to turn in at last Saturday’s Mag Mor’s Cattle Raids event. But I wasn’t able to attend it due to a foot injury. I am happy to report that because of that…
Hey everyone! I’ve been working on a few projects like the fibulae for Baroness Kathleen and the basket I bought. But something new jumped to the front of the line at the last Lonely Tower Scriptorium—a preprint. I’ll need it done in time for this Saturday’s Calontir event! I’m heading to the Barony of Mag…
Hello scribes and historical arts fans! As SCA scribes, we have the incredible opportunity to bring the past to life through our award scrolls. One of the best ways to deepen our craft is by diving into the world of illuminated manuscripts. These historical treasures offer a wealth of inspiration and insight, helping us to…
Hey, friends! I wanted to share a little triumph with you all. As you know from last Wednesday’s post, I’ve challenged myself to do something A&S every week. This week, I decided to revisit an old skill—wirework. This picture shows my accomplishment. It does not look like a big win, but let me tell you…
Hey there, fellow historical art enthusiasts! If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to become a Laurel in the SCA, you’re in for a treat. Let’s dive into the world of artistry, creativity, and what it means to achieve this prestigious title. Creating Art: The Core of the Laurel PathTo become a Laurel, you have…
The greatest among us truly believe they are a work in progress forever, and they are entitled to nothing, and better than no one.” ~ Matt Higgins Welcome to my first “Work in Progress Wednesday” post! I’m excited to share that I finished my very first full preprint award scroll just in time for Calontir’s…
Do you ever find yourself with all the time in the world to work on something, but somehow can’t seem to get started? That’s been my struggle lately—I have so many ideas and plans, but actually getting off the couch to do them? That’s another story. Recently, though, I stumbled upon a brilliant idea from…
Hey everyone! I wanted to share a little adventure I recently had at my local bookstore, which also has this cozy coffee shop. So, I’m sipping on a latte, browsing the shelves, when I stumble upon a book about creating zentangles. Intrigued, I decided skimming this could be the perfect companion for my coffee. As…