[Ravensfort] Autocrats Rant >:o(

Marivs byzy at charter.net
Mon Feb 3 20:43:22 PST 2003


Brian,

I too wish things were more... harmonious.  As you know, in the past I have
worked very hard for OUR BARONY on events and other projects.  I am sorry
that at this event I will not be able to return the favor for the numerous
times you helped me when I was Autocarting.  At this time, however, I am
frightened by the real threats that has been promised me.  I will be more
than happy to once again contribute as I have in the past if the ³problems²
that lie in wait for me in OUR BARONY become... stable.

In service to the Barony,
Marivs

> From: "Brian du Val" <cobalt60 at lcc.net>
> Reply-To: ravensfort at ansteorra.org
> Date: Sun, 2 Feb 2003 15:47:45 -0600
> To: <ravensfort at ansteorra.org>
> Subject: [Ravensfort] Autocrats Rant   >:o(
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> This is a complaint. this is a letter that needs to be written and I know that
> I will offend some, upset others and get my butt chewed.
> The basic idea of a hobby is to have fun. To attend events and compete in
> activities is how we have fun. If no one hosts an event and GIVES some of
> their time when THEIR GROUP hosts an event for others to have fun then NO ONE
> HAS FUN.
>
> Master Robert sent a letter to the Raven's Fort list. It was to the point and
> right on the mark about working together and being a group. I only wish that
> OUR BARONY would be more friendly with each other, learn to some times put
> aside differences and move on.
> It is not that easy. Some member of OUR BARONY can not leave well enough alone
> and have tried to take things to far. Some people ( active and inactive SCA
> members) have tried to misrepresent OUR BARONY to others in our local
> community. Others have done nothing but complain to every one about the fact
> that OUR BARONY is not using the Stones Site for the event and have even
> considered not attending the event due to that fact.
> Some think by not using the site I am avoiding some type of political issue.
> Some are mad because they can't camp in their camp at a Raven's Fort event.
> Others in OUR BARONY offer assistance and become non committing and evasive
> when work needs to be done.
> I hear the words " WHO IS BRIAN?, WE WANT TO KNOW.", "WHO DID YOU ASK?"
> " WHO'S NOT WANTING TO HELP?"
>
> Well hear ya go!:
>
> Chrystal made and sent the event invites . Very few have came to the scribes
> meeting to help her with this important task. My self included. I was a work
> some of those night but could have at least stopped by to see how things were
> going.
>
> Malcolm is the Gate Keeper. He has worked hard to set up the Gate Roster and
> will more than likely not be able to stay for the event due to his work
> schedule. He helped build the Viewing stand for the event.
>
> Isobail has been sewing the Gallery covers and doing what she can to help with
> the gate forms and teaching people how to use the updated forms.
>
> Artorious is my CoAutocrat with Malcolm. He has been helping all around.
>
> Ayla Putting up with me and my lack of attention to her and our unborn child
> is helping with site tokens and hair braiding for the Knife Axe and Spear
> Comp.
>
> Clarissima...  Secured the Livingston Trade Days site, Contacted the Regional
> K,A,&S Marshal to help authorize new KN&S marshals at the event so we can hold
> the Competition. Doing the Hat Lunch and has had no real offers to help her.
>
> Jacinth.... Our Feastocrat.  Who even hesitated to commit because the job is a
> lot of work and after doing some research to plane a period feast is trying to
> complete it before it gets to the site. Not one person is helping her that I
> know of.
>
> Elaine is running the Bardic Comp. with Pu Bear if he is able to make the
> event.
>
> Isabeau is running the A&S comp.
>
> Plachoya, Running the Archery event Has not asked for help but well more than
> likely need it before the event is over.
>
> Sir Alexis  Running the Equestrian Comp. He is running an EMPRISE which is
> like the Pas d' Armes but with Horses! I know he will need help!
>
> Once again we have 10% working 90% and 90% complaining they don't get
> Recognition for showing up to events and doing 10% of the work. For those who
> want to help and not be a part of the 90% category we have lots of things that
> need to be done. See the list below.
>
> We will need Heralds for announcements
>
> We will need Servers for the FEAST.
>
> We will need a Water Barer Coordinator and Water Barers.
>
> We will need tables loaded and taken to the site.
>
> We will need a lot of other equipment taken to the site.
>
> We will need kitchen equipment taken to the site.
>
> We will need to load the Gallery and assemble it on site.
>
> We will need to decorate the site.
>
> If I forgot some one I apologize.
>
> HERE IS MY BIG RANT
>
> 1.  Very few came to the first work day at my house. It was posted on the
> RAVEN'S FORT LIST but no reply. It did not happen. Maybe I should have called
> some folks but would that not be considered intrusive and violating some ones
> idea of privacy and personal time.
> 2.  Artorious and  David St. David came to the second one and a few others who
> were wrangled to help who did not know it was a work WEEKEND. BTW it was
> posted too.
> 3.  Sunday several people said that they would return to help finish the
> Gallery........NO ONE CAME OUT! I wanted call them but they knew we had work
> to do.
> I have had to beg, plead, persuade and even bribe some people to help with
> this event.
> I DON'T THINK OUR BARONY WANTS TO HOST AN EVENT.
> I have been getting the clues and hints to that fact but have refused admit
> it,.....until now.
> As for the use of the Livingston trade day site. I thought it would be great
> to hold an event at a different site for just once that was in our own lands.
> The added bonus of not having to  PUT UP THE BIG GREEN TENTS AT NIGHT, CUT THE
> GRASS FOR A WEEK, SPRAY FOR ANTS and RENT 10 PORT O' PRIVIES was just the
> fringe on the pillow. The site comes with running water. Having lights in the
> two big covered halls would actually be nice for once. Did I say flush toilets
> with hot water in the sink for washing hands, " GIMMY AN AMEN!". The Fact its
> a DRY SITE was not an issue until the Brewing and Vintner Comp. was brought
> up. It was moved to DEFENDER for those who do not know.
>
> If you are still wondering why the B&B are not on my list here is why.
>
> NICKOLAS AND KEZIA have been pointing out things that I may have missed, made
> sure the horse insurance was paid, telling other groups about our event and
> getting interested people to come and compete. Not only do they have aspects
> of the event to be responsible for and are organizing, They have been getting
> members of OUR BARONY interested and motivated to help. The have been speaking
> at populace and officers meetings that I was unable or forgot to attend. With
> out Kezia, Nickolas, Clarissima and Isobail we would not be hosting this
> event. With out the rest of  OUR BARONY we will not have an event.
>
> My feet have splinters, and my soap box creaks.
>
> If you have a problem with this letter answer me privately.
> BTW, I have never played this game for recognition.
> I want people to have as much fun at our events as I
> have had at their events.
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