[Ansteorra] escorting people to the thrones

[zubeydah at northkeep.org]

As someone who is generally a klutz, and tends to get the nervous shakes when 
called into court, having my husband's strong arm to lean on (or, in his 
absence, that of a friend) is really helpful. I've also had difficulty rising 
from a kneel, and nearly fell flat on my face the last time I was in court from 
stepping on the inside of a long skirt. 

Speaking as (mundanely) a feminist and to use that lingo, I don't feel that 
being escorted into court lessens my 'power' or takes attention away from me in 
any way. It makes me feel pampered, valued, treasured and cared for - it 
increases my sense of femininity. It makes me feel that the endeavors that 
caused me to be called into court are actively supported by my spouse, and that 
he is proud of my achievements. That's really important to me as a woman, and 
as his partner. 

I have had instance where my Lord was not present, and I was called into court. 
And yes, two gentlemen did leap up to provide escort - but it didn't feel 
farcical or as if they were trying to 'steal' the spotlight... To me, anyway, 
it felt as if they were attempting, in the form of their escort, to do 
additional honor to the moment. It didn't make me feel less empowered, less 
honored, less anything - quite the opposite. 

Just another viewpoint,

respectfully,

Zubeydah Jamilla al-Badawiyya