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Tweak says, "I feel pretty"

Johnathan Blackfeather (Raven) (writtenonbypoe) wrote in undertherainbow,
@ 2008-12-25 23:16:00

Entry tags:

melpomene, raven, rune parker

What, no 'Merry Christmas' to your old friend, Magpie? I might have it in me to be insulted.

Fuck knows half my tribe was decent enough to bless me, today. I tell you, kids these days. So respectful. But that's a work in progress.

While I'm here, anyone good with computers, or working for the American government- I have a request to make of you. It's almost legal, even.

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	greek_tragedy 2008-12-25 11:50 pm UTC (link)
	Is today a day they ought be blessing you? (Reply to this) (Thread)

	writtenonbypoe 2008-12-25 11:58 pm UTC (link)
	I'm usually the one doing the blessing. Then again, I have the face of a white man, now. I don't blame them for not believing me. Even if it stings a little. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	greek_tragedy 2008-12-26 12:05 am UTC (link)
	Ahh. I suppose telling you it gets a bit easier to deal with won't help much. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	writtenonbypoe 2008-12-26 12:08 am UTC (link)
	I've been dealing with it for a long time, now. I knew picking this face was a gamble, but sacrificing the few to save the many- and my hide- seemed fair. I was hoping this place would be different, and my tribe might look the other way without a spectacle, but I guess not. You seem vaguely familiar. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	greek_tragedy 2008-12-26 12:14 am UTC (link)
	But half a tribe is better than no tribe at all, right? Do I? I don't think I'm particularly memorable... at least in the grand scheme of things. I'm Melpomene. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	writtenonbypoe 2008-12-26 12:19 am UTC (link)
	It would be, if they didn't think I was some insane white new-ager. Which, considering I speak the language better than half of them, is laughable. Ah. I believe I knew a form of you, in the last world. They call me Blackfeather. Raven. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	greek_tragedy 2008-12-26 12:31 am UTC (link)
	I imagine that would be difficult to swallow. I guess I'm just used to having no real followers anymore. Well met, Raven. At least I hope so. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	writtenonbypoe 2008-12-26 12:36 am UTC (link)
	Someone has to believe in you still, or you wouldn't be around. At least, so I hear. And we've got each other, for all that's worth. Well met, Muse. You'll have to excuse me not being in the mood for pomp and circumstance. Being laughed off my land is a new experience for me. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

greek_tragedy
2008-12-26 12:43 am UTC (link)

I don't know that they believe, but they know who we are, at any rate. The renaissance served my pantheon well, I imagine.

I've no need for pomp... so nothing to excuse. I ought apologize really.. it seems my attempt to cheer has taken a melancholy turn. I've a bad habit of that.

They'll come around, you know. Pale face or not (And it's a rather lovely choice really) they'll know eventually the truth, by the way you feel. At least they should, if it's the truth they're looking for.

Or I could be completely full of shit.

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writtenonbypoe
2008-12-26 12:48 am UTC (link)

One of you had told me that tale one time. I don't remember. Except when I landed here, I never bothered to leave my Nation. I never had to.

It's not your fault entirely, I was melancholy to begin with. And it's nice to be able to rant to someone at least.

I don't think you're full of shit. I trust that they'll believe me when they're ready. I'm just not a patient being by nature.

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greek_tragedy
2008-12-26 01:05 am UTC (link)

We tell lots of tales... if it wa my sister Kalliope, I apologize - I adore her to pieces, but she can take an hour to tell you about a 5 minute conversation. I've never left my nation, really... at least, not if I understand what you mean... People just found a new religion, I guess. We just keep doing what we were made to do.

You've an open invitation to rant whenever you'd like. I can't say I totally understand, but maybe a bit more than most?

As for patience... I guess it's not the easiest thing to learn.

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writtenonbypoe
2008-12-26 01:12 am UTC (link)

It was a long story, but I enjoyed it. I come from a storytelling people, as well. And I meant my land, the place. My kind are defined as much by our location as we are by our function. On top of that, I was a chief in the Haida Nation for a few lifetimes.

Thank you, Melpomene. I appreciate that. Other than another bird, I'm the only one of our kind I know here. And while I've met a few who understand, the vast majority don't. It's severely limiting my social life.

I was patient once. When I was older, or at least more mature. But I seem to have moved away from that again.

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greek_tragedy
2008-12-26 01:37 am UTC (link)

Ahhh... yes. Where I'm from, we get to go where ever we need to to do what we do. Which is a good thing, these days. And don't get me wrong - I love a good story... but sometimes long is just long.

You're welcome, of course. I find myself occasionally adrift here, so if I can serve a purpose to another, it's a pleasant situation. I definitely hear you on the social life front. It's a very strange place to me, still. Enjoyable, though.

Maybe the patience will come again with time, or when it's most needed?

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writtenonbypoe
2008-12-26 01:47 am UTC (link)

That it is. I've considered moving away, but... to put it childishly, we were here first. I know many of the trees in that forest, have nests of gifts buried all throughout the res- Huh. Wonder how much weight that'd give me. I'm not above bending a few laws, to at least be allowed to live at home.

What is strange to you? Having a social life? I always have, it was just... with my brothers and sisters, and the people. Spirits.

I would think that 'while I'm debating terrorizing my own people' would count as an important time, but... maybe. It's not like I'd do anything too harmful. At least not intentionally. Or sober.

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greek_tragedy
2008-12-26 01:58 am UTC (link)

Oh, no... I don't think having a social life is weird at all, it's just... Exactly. I'm used to sharing a home with 8 sisters and a brother, with countless half-siblings all over the place. We traveled, sure, but there was always Olympus. Here - there's other Greeks, but they're a bit different. It's a very strange thing to me to find what social circle I have to be filled with mortals. Nothing wrong with it, just odd. Different. Like there's a learning curve I missed somewhere.

Maybe they need terrorizing? Or to be shaken up?

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	writtenonbypoe 2008-12-26 02:04 am UTC (link)
	I think it's more like being thrown off the learning cliff. But at least it isn't just you or me. Everyone seems to be subject to it. You don't know of anyone who chose this place, do you? They probably do. But all of my ideas are much too close to starting a Holy war, which I'm really not in the mood for. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	greek_tragedy 2008-12-26 02:19 am UTC (link)
	True. Just feel like I haven't found my wings yet, I guess. And no.. no one I know chose it here... though I know some who prefer it to before, or were born here. Holy wars take a lot of commitment. I commend you not starting one now... (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

writtenonbypoe
2008-12-26 02:27 am UTC (link)

You will in time, I'm sure. I've had a bit of help, myself, even if the breeze is harsh, to keep with the metaphor. And that's... strange. I suppose I shouldn't have dared to hope.

I understand why they converted. And my feud is not with Yaweh, or Jesus, but their followers, in that regard. And I've been around long enough to see plenty of gods die at the hand of the Vatican. I'm not interested in a losing battle. My people may not be devoted to me, but I am revered. It is enough to survive on.

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	greek_tragedy 2008-12-26 03:17 am UTC (link)
	I guess it has to be...enough, I mean. As for blame, well... I imagine I'm a bit too pragmatic to really think it worthy of debate. It is what it is, now, and we do what we must to keep on keeping on. Wow, I'm cheerful. Must work on that... (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	writtenonbypoe 2008-12-26 03:26 am UTC (link)
	Pragmatism is one thing. But after seeing my people repeatedly lied to, being 'sold' less-than-idea parcels of our own land, and in general abused by an invading ideal, I feel entitled to a little well-meaning rage. I'm guessing it's this place. I'm usually not so belligerent. But I really can't shake hands with the idea of being an American citizen. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

greek_tragedy
2008-12-26 03:42 am UTC (link)

Oh, no... I'm sorry. I wasn't implying your rage isn't deserved... I was merely speaking for myself. I mean, it's been, oh I guess 1600 years since the Christians stamped out our temples. After that long, it seems silly to argue blame, although I know my fair share of Greeks and Romans willing to do so. In your case, I think blame and rage are still very valid things, as they're still an ongoing concern.

My foot... it's small, see, and fits ever so easily right in my mouth. Unfortunately, I can't blame much of anything on this place... I've always had the ability to send a conversation spirally down into depressive territory, no matter how cheerful I'm feeling. It's a knack.

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writtenonbypoe
2008-12-26 03:49 am UTC (link)

Don't apologize, friend. It's not your fault. I'm restless. It's my due, I guess, having a rather amazing few days before this. And even if the people shun me, the forest is still the same. I think the holiday just has me on edge. I'll get a few shots in me, go fly up to one of the mountains for a while, I'll be fine.

Io Saturnalia, by the way. Late by traditional standards, I know, but I've known some who celebrate half the month.

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	greek_tragedy 2008-12-26 04:00 am UTC (link)
	It's funny, how a holiday not really our own can still affect us. Thank you... a happy solstice to you, as well, and the best for the new year. Late wishes are just as appreciated as timely ones, and I'd not be at all surprised to learn some were still celebrating. Any excuse for a party. If you do go away for a bit, stay safe. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	writtenonbypoe 2008-12-26 09:46 pm UTC (link)
	It's becoming increasingly harder to avoid, especially in America. Just another thing to try and deal with. Thank you, friend. And you know what? Right now, I could use a party. Oh, I will be. There is little, in my home, that could actually hurt me. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	greek_tragedy 2008-12-26 09:50 pm UTC (link)
	Shouldn't be hard to find a party... It's the New Year in less than a week. (Reply to this) (Parent)

	neverbeentold 2008-12-26 10:50 am UTC (link)
	Is it Christmas already? Huh, wonder how I missed that. Well, we can certainly celebrate Boxing Day in the usual style, I've found a woman who makes applemash almost as good as Estsanalehi's, she's ... I'm not quite sure, really, might be Miwuk, might be Maidu, one of the M-tribes I'm fairly certain. (Reply to this) (Thread)

	writtenonbypoe 2008-12-26 09:49 pm UTC (link)
	Mmm. Alright. Do you know how long it's been since I've had good applemash? Where should I be meeting you? (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	neverbeentold 2008-12-27 12:00 am UTC (link)
	London if you like, California if you don't. She's up north, far north, almost Oregon. Almost Nevada for that matter. Found her and haven't actually gone home yet. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	writtenonbypoe 2008-12-27 12:43 am UTC (link)
	I can meet you there. I was actually on the res, anyway. I'll find you, how's that? I need a bit of a friendly face right about now. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	neverbeentold 2008-12-27 12:50 am UTC (link)
	Sounds good. Northeast of Twin Lakes, little old town called Feather Falls. I'm at the only bed & breakfast in town. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	writtenonbypoe 2008-12-27 01:42 am UTC (link)
	Give me a half hour to make my way there. See you then. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	neverbeentold 2008-12-27 01:46 am UTC (link)
	I'll leave the window open. (Reply to this) (Parent)