[Steppes] Re: Steppes digest, Vol 1 #579 - 9 msgs

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In a message dated 10/15/02 5:41:50 PM Central Daylight Time,
steppes-request at ansteorra.org writes:


> >>> I am very aware of the live grenades and the misunderstandings
> >>> of the "definitions" of the words "Medieval" , "Wicca" ,
> >>> "Norse" , "SCA" , etc.,etc.
>
> Actually, this is not it AT ALL.  The Festival has in the past been very
> warm and welcoming to the SCA, and in fact they were the ones who were
> surprised that the SCA would not be present, from what I have heard.
>
> You will also find that people in the Celtic world generally do not have
> the misunderstandings that you seem to blame for this situation.  At least,
> in my years, that is what I have found.
>
> You are making assumptions based upon prejudices that are completely
> misplaced in this situation.  Before you talk any further, I strongly
> suggest you follow the instructions you were given to talk with the people
> involved.
>

It is very apparent that you have misunderstood.
You are mistaken if you think I was speaking of the "general" Celtic
community.
I have been around this community for over 5 years now.  I am very aware of
the fact that most of them are very knowledgable of the SCA and other
communities and that they understand "old and ancient" traditions.
I am not speaking of THESE types of folks.  I am speaking in regards to
people who are "new" to the Celtic community.  And ... whether you realize it
or not ... there are many coming into the Celtic community ... many who are
inquiring.

I believe that you are the one that is "assuming" things.  So please , before
accusing me of "blaming" or accusing me of misplaced prejudices , you should
ask me what I mean if you are not clear. :)

Blessings
Priestess Rain Dove ^!^