ANST - Permission request: Given recent postings

[Alan J. Boertjens]

Greetings Ihon:

I was wondering if I could get permission to put this wonderful poem
in the poetry section of my SCA website.  Here's the URL in case
you want to check it out first...
   http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Aegean/4269/johan.htm

The poetry section is in a "Candle-Lit Room" in "The Tavern" on the
website.

Also, does this poem have a title?

In service for The Dream,
~Ld.Johan Bjornsson



John F. Hirling wrote:
> 
> I thought you might all enjoy this paean.  What follows is a revision and
> "Ansteorrizing" by H.L. Kat Aretino (with permission) of a song written by
>  Lady Rosalind of Paradox Keep, Atlantia.   Lady Rosalind permits use of
> her works, provided they are properly attributed.  H.L. Kat gives her
> permission for this posting.
> 
> I sing in praise of Chivalry,
> Of those who wear the belt and chain,
> Of prowess and whose gallantry
> Have stormed the field with might and main.
> But Squires who defend their land
> And swashbucklers with blade in hand
> And archers who refuse to yield,
> These too have honor on the field
> 
>         Nobility is not a crown
>         Valor not the sword you bear
>         Courtesy not empty words
>         They are the heart of what we share.
> 
> I sing in praise of Laurels great
> Those artisans who serve the land
> Unparalleled in skill creating
> Masterworks of heart and hand.
> But clothiers with pins and threads
> And cooks who work to bake our breads
> And children painting in the lines
> These, too, bring beauty to our minds.
> 
>         Refrain
> 
> I sing in praise of Pelicans --
> Those noble birds of ancient days
> Whose sacrifice and selfless acts
> Enable us to play this game.
> But marshals who attend the fight
> And gate guards who stay up all night
> And stewards who prepare the hall
> These, too, give service to us all.
> 
>         Refrain
> 
> I sing in praise of Roses fair --
> Of ladies who have worn the crown
> In service to our kingdom bear
> The weight of judgment good and sound.
> But ladies who inspire their lords
> To greatness and to chivalry,
> With honor and with grace accord
> Their love, and serve majestically.
> 
>         Refrain
> 
> Of course, its best savoured when poured by H.L. Kat.  Blessings!
> 
> ivm
> 
> Ihon Vinson macFergus
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