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<DIV><FONT face="Lucida Handwriting, Cursive">House Bloodstone would like to thank each of the lovely Ladies of the Rose who were so gracious and generous of their time to attend our little tea for the newcomers at this years Steppes Warlord. Each of these ladies told a wonderful tale of their experiences. We were even graced with a few moments of Her Highness's time. All this led to the newcomers feeling so welcome that, I was told, some went up to Her Highness after court to ask questions. To my knowledge this has not happened before.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face="Lucida Handwriting, Cursive">I, personally, would also like to thank each of you. Without you the tea would not have gone half as well. You each truly showed why our Queens are known as the "Roses of Ansteorra". </FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face="Lucida Handwriting, Cursive">Dear Duchess Willow, no one can match you when it comes to telling the history of Ansteorra. <BR>Duchess Larissa, your matchless grace and beauty would be most welcome at any gathering.<BR>Countess Octavia, the warmth of your presence did much to keep the chill off that damp day.<BR>Your Highness, Princess Saereid, the warmth & genuine welcome of your smile did brighten the day.<BR>And to our own Baroness Valeria, Your enjoyment of the day did put the newcomers at ease. Thank you so much for allowing us to do this tea at your event. </FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face="Lucida Handwriting, Cursive">Thank You.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face="Lucida Handwriting, Cursive">Your humble & still unworthy servant,</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face="Lucida Handwriting, Cursive">Ly Gabriele</FONT></DIV>
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