My device didn't pass.

So, I got a few options, and decided I liked this one, better.



Azure, a chevron cotised between two mullets and a gryphon rampant argent. And yes, I know a few things need tweaked, but otherwise, I think this should work.

This one, at least according to Modar by way of Jib, should pass. I've got my fingers crossed.

Jib sat down with me online last night and we talked heraldry. And I think I may have something that I really like.

For those who speak heraldese, it's azure, a chevron between two mullets and a gryphon rampant argent. For those who don't, I'll be working up a doodle pretty soon. I may even go use Photoshop and make an icon out of it, but that means I have to get rid of one, or pay for an account, both of which I don't want to do. I think this is how it's supposed to look, so bear with me. I know heralds, I yell things, but I'm certainly not a book herald. :P I just go, "Ooh. Pretty colours," and that's it. Anyway, this is what I sat down and blazoned, on MS Paint, no less. And that's a headache.



Tada. So, once it comes back from conflict checking, I'll sit down, and get my stuff together for submission.

Well, I'm getting better. My voice is starting to go, but I can now keep food down. It's a trade-off I'll take. Meanwhile, it gives me time to work on the icon project for Queen's Prize. My current shopping list comes to $60, which just proves that I can do this inexpensively. A lot of the paints will get used for other things (other icons, mayhaps), and it's not like I'll use all of the gold leafing. At least, I hope I don't.

Meanwhile, I've been dealing ( with some unusual circumstances... )

Anyway, I'm going to go to bed. Maybe. Sleep is good.

It is official.

I am music-geeking right now.

I got a birthday present from the Bender today. Songs from the Labyrinth and The Journey & the Labyrinth. It's the music of John Dowland...sung by Sting. And it has a lutenist on it, too. Edin Karamozov. It is beautiful. And I -have- to learn this stuff. It's beautiful.

John Dowland kicked butt.

And hi. I'm Zephyr. And I'm a music geek.

I now officially love the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Byzantine Art!

If only you could see how far my jaw has dropped. I am squeeing now. And this is why I chose what I did. It purty.

I am officially entering panic mode for Raid or Trade.

I don't have a ride yet (eep!), and so I'm trying to see if I even need to buy a tent or not, at least starting off (the answer is yes). Earth pimple (lrdfaelan, great phrase. I'm stealing it!) it will be, no lie, at least until I can afford a nice wall tent. Thankfully, I already own a sleeping bag. That's not something that's scaring me at the moment. I will even meet people in Bethany to save them time and gas, too. And I'm even offering to chip in for gas, provide direction from Bethany to site and back again, and I also don't take up a lot of room. I know it's early, but I figure I better get on the ball now and confirm things. (Mom was an event planner. Can you tell?)

If I don't go, I guess that'll be okay, but I'm jonesin' for a time with my Scadian pals. I don't get to see you guys all that often, and it saddens me. (which isn't to say that I'm not working on getting something started here in the 'Ville. It's just taking time.)

So, BFSers and nearby gentles, if you can't go, but you know someone who is, could you ask for me? If you need my email to give to people, use cowtownchick AT hotmail DOT com. I will be indebted to you! (and it gives you an opportunity to have a servant-for-a-day in payment, with terms to be discussed at a later time and date. An ornery one you'll get, but one nonetheless.)

Thanks. You rock!

Sweet Mother of God, I found pre-made egg tempera!

Sure, it's not making my paint by hand, but it's a cheaper alternative, and it gives me a chance to work with material I've never worked with before!

Hee!

Dammit.

This means I -have- to enter Queen's Prize now.

Cathus, I hate you. Not really. But it sounds good.

So, who wants to make my birthday and get me the deluxe set? :P I kid. Sort of.

Game was crazy, but not as crazy as it has been in past weeks.

( Quotes await. )

I know, I should be in bed, but inspiration hit.



I know, the quality sucks, but I don't have a video camera yet.

And...this is pictorial evidence of what I've gotten done. Granted, this photo is from day one, and not day...uh...four? But, you can see what I still need to do (I will have to BADLY reinforce the neck and arms). Any pointers would be much appreciated! :D