NR - Principality: Time to table this discussion?

[Kevinkeary at aol.com]

Ceridwen comments:

> I have enjoyed the very positive tone of the list of late.  Thanks to
>  everyone for keeping it civil and polite!

Ditto.

>      I do want to restate the wise words of others, however, in suggesting
>  that while it is an interesting intelltectual exercise, we are proceeding
>  too far in our discussions of names, heraldry, etc.  I believe that the
>  suggestion to table this conversation until we've had opportunities to
>  discuss it with the very large number of people who are Not on line with us
>  is a good one.

With all due respect, I do not expect even these few wise but opinionated 
gentles to have reached any kind of consensus before the issue HAS been 
carried to those not on the list (ignoring the fact that it HAS been being 
discussed since before the administrative regions were established, it's just 
more common now.)  I fully expect the end of the weekend to produce a NUMBER 
of messages along the lines of "Well, I spoke with 16 people, and 14 of them 
agree with me that..."  BESIDES anything coming out of Rundel.

>      It is my hope that we can reduce the amount of strong negative feelings
>  by being inclusive of all persons with an opinion in our discussions
>  (whether they're online or not), respectful of the varied points of view of
>  the members of this kingdom, and understanding of the need for lots of time
>  and patience in bringing this thing to pass, if it is to be.

It's waited for years now.  Another one or two is likely to prevent problems 
and won't hurt anything important.
 
>      While we await word from HE Sigen about the possibility of  the first
>  (of no doubt many) discussions at Rundel, could we please table this
>  discussion in favor of other topics?  I'm with HL Estril in wondering where
>  we've left the NR Warlord and NR Tribute Discussions...

As I recall, Etienne put forth a proposal that carried his understanding of 
the apparent developing consensus.  I believe his summation was accurate.  He 
asked for comments.  A few people asked for and received clarification.  
There were no counter-proposals or proposed amendments.  There was no 
decision as to whether to present it to the landeds for review.

Kevin
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