Milady Luaithrend, I am a reasonably attractive noble lady with an modest dowry provided by my late Lord Father, but I am dependent upon my Uncle’s hospitality as I dwell with he and his family. Their country estate is very nice, and they treat me with every courtesy, but it is not my own home. … Continue reading Waiting, and waiting, and waiting… →

My Lady Aunt and I have been enjoying our third season at court. I have the opportunity to serve Her Grace and often share Her sitting room with other gracious and accomplished women of the court. This also gives me the opportunity to meet the noble Gentlemen of the court, and make alliances that might … Continue reading Wayward Ways →

Dear Traitorously, My Baron had asked me to dine with him and his Baroness this evening, and I had gratefully accepted, but then a handsome young knight asked me to go vigiling–at the same time as supper is scheduled! I really like this knight, and I think that if an agreement could be reached with … Continue reading Lost in the Knight →

Milady: My most excellent sons and daughter have grown into Lords and Lady of good fortune. My eldest son is a hospitaller in the service of St. John, my second son serves the Holy Church in Rome, and my daughter has made a sound marriage to a magistrate in the neighboring city. Because my esteemed … Continue reading You Don’t Call, You Don’t Write… →

Dear Traitorously Phillip, I hope this message makes its way to you, I had to get it past the watchful eye of my lady mother. I was recently fortunate enough to be presented at court. There I made the acquaintance of several young men of interest and cannot wait to get back to court to … Continue reading Daring Daughter →

Dear Loyally Luaithrand, I simply do not know what to do about my daughter. I am at my wits end and I do beseech you give me good counsel. We recently presented our daughter at court. We have managed to secure her a place with Her Royal Highness’s retinue which is a very good placement … Continue reading Mortified Mother →

Dear Loyally Luaithrend, My greatest joy in life is riding to the hunt. My horse Sunset Princess is my dearest friend and brings joy to my life. Now my Lord Father has instructed me that I am to cease riding, shooting and even visiting the stables forevermore, as I must dress and look the grand … Continue reading Hopeful Huntress →

Oh Traitorous One, I would appreciate your wise guidance. My husband the King is tiresome and unlovely. I’ve redecorated the palatium. I’ve learned to shoot, and to ride. Our children are grubby, noisy and annoying. I’ve dallied with many of my husband’s men; they were all dull, singleminded soldiers. I finally escaped with a neighboring … Continue reading Bored Housewife →

Milady the Loyal, My eldest son, who has a responsibility to uphold our proud family name, is nearing 30 years of age while still dwelling idly in our carriage house. He has showed no inclination toward making a good marriage, or any sort of marriage at all. He will not turn his hand to managing … Continue reading Frustrated Frau →

Milady the Loyal, My brother and I are proud knights of Castile and servants of Her Majesty Isabella of Spain. Our family is an integral and storied part of Spain’s triumphant history of superiority and Christian conquest in the name of Our Lord. We were raised to the Church and the Sword, not necessarily in … Continue reading Castillian Conundrum →