[Sca-cooks] Coronation Laurels

[Robin Carroll-Mann]

It was a wonderful, crazy day, and much of it slipped through my 
shock-dazed brain.

Jadwiga's elevation was beautiful, and she was glowing with solemn joy.  
She was preceded by attendants scattering rose petals and fragrant 
herbs.  Her regalia included a full-length apron instead of a cloak, 
appliqued with a laurel wreath and a rabbit (the primary charge on her 
arms).  Regretably, the court was held in a high school gym, and the 
accoustics were dreadful.  I could not hear most of the ceremony.

My summons came as a complete surprise.  While my head was still 
spinning, Baroness Paigan and Baroness Merlinia grabbed my arms, and led 
me to a classroom that had been set up as my vigil tent.  The 
sideboard.... oh, my!  Most of it was done by Lady Elizabetta, new 
member of the list (though not new to cooking).  There were all kinds of 
delights, both sweet and savory.  I saw poppyseed cake, orange cake, 
bizcochos, meatballs, salmon-cheese pie, and much more.  There were 
radish mice and sausage cattails.  Phlip brought a large batch of 
shortbread, which she baked at my house under my guidance. She said it 
was a homeowrk assignment for Master Adamantius.  There were also 
candied ginger from Johnnae, and my arms in marzipan, beautifully 
rendered by Lady Olwen the Odd.  And there were messages of goodwill 
from friends near and far.

The regalia and scroll were all beautiful, and were the handiwork of 
many talented friends.  I will be putting up some photos when I get a 
chance.  I'll also be bringing some of the leftovers to Emmaus Fair.

It was a wonderful day, made even more special by the talents and 
kindness of many friends.  Jadwiga's well-deserved elevation was a 
joyous event, and I was honored to share the day with her.

Thank you to all my dear friends who conspired to make my day 
memorable.  Thank you also to the many list members who have taught me, 
encouraged me, inspired me, and pushed me to grow.

-- 
Brighid ni Chiarain, Seedling
Barony of Settmour Swamp, East Kingdom
Robin Carroll-Mann *** rcmann4 at earthlink.net