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.
What could you try for the first time This year, I’m stepping into something completely new—I’m preparing to teach Tai Chi! I’ve already written a few blog posts about my journey so far, but now it’s becoming real. On November 8, I’ll be taking the Tai Chi instructor training class, the next big step toward…
After seven years of practicing Tai Chi for Balance, I’ve been accepted into a Tai Chi Teacher Training Program. Motivated by the absence of Qigong at Lilies War, I aim to teach balance and mindfulness to others. This journey combines my passions for art, history, and personal growth into a new adventure.
The AI roundtable at the 2025 Lilies War focused on the responsible use of AI tools in creative projects. Participants discussed AI’s helpfulness in research and editing while raising concerns about content generation. Emphasizing the importance of honor and integrity in the SCA, the group acknowledged the need for clear guidelines on AI usage.
At this year’s Lilies War, a merchant’s sample of Lavender Lemonade captivated attendees. The drink’s refreshing floral and tart flavors make it ideal for Baronial events. The recipe was shared, and the writer plans to recreate it for future gatherings, though it may not align with persona period authenticity guidelines.
Even with several storms, forgoten meds, and unintended dog food, I found joy at the 2025 Lilies War. It was full of surprises, laughter, and perfect moments in all the chaos. Read about the classes, vigils, and a few “oops” moments that made it unforgettable! Packing Adventures (a.k.a. “Why is my hip mad at me?”)…
“They travel for devotion’s sake, but often find their own desires.” Marguerite of Navarre (1492–1549) humorously observes that people may set out on a pilgrmage for religious reasons, personal motives often slip into the journey. Hey, all! At the June 2024 Calontir Lilies War, I had the pleasure of taking a unique class taught by…
Hey everyone! Can you believe it? Calontir Lilies War is less than a week away, and I can hardly contain my excitement! This year is going to be epic, and I’ve got a list of must-do activities that’s already pretty long—and that’s before I’ve even peeked at the official schedule. There’s so much to look…
Hey all! Let me tell you about the amazing time I had this year at Lilies War 35. It was an eight-day extravaganza filled with sensational sights, engrossing experiences, and informative classes. Of course, there were a few meetings thrown into the mix to add variety. In fact, there were so many activities and picture-perfect…
Kingdom of Calontir 2019 Lilies War Photos
My spare room being used for Lilies prep. Every year I go to Calontir Lilies War and this year is no different. What’s different is what I’ve realized from doing this annually. It is important you purge your hygiene and health products each year. When I started paying attention to dates on the personal products…
Selfie . just after camp set up. This year I did things differently. Saturday, June 10th, I set up my camp and spent a day enjoying its wondrous sights and fun. Then visited high school friends for a few days before returning to the War. In the early evening, Their Royal Majesties Ashir and Ashland held opening court…
Calontir‘s Lilies War is XXX. I spent five of its ten days enjoying wondrous sights and adventures. Sadly I could not do them all. Not in the day’s numbers nor the picture possibilities. I missed opportunities. Even so – even with the sweltering heat – I had the best of times. Arriving late I set…