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<DIV>I haven't been to an SCA event in several years now (overcommitted
calendar, chiefly), but as a psychotherapist in the mundane world, I'd say: Tell
people they're not period <EM>when they ask</EM>. The exception would be in
preparation for a special event, such as a demonstration. At other times,
does it really matter? </DIV>
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<DIV>I was a newbie who didn't ever get around to creating a persona, so I'll
sign off with my bellydance stage name . . .</DIV>
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<DIV>Xanthippe</DIV>
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