[MR] Re: Manners and Chocolate

[David Wendelken]

>
> And I would question the propriety of publicly haranguing a relative
> newcomer to Atlantia for not doing research, and for conceivably
> distracting from the period atmosphere at the event.  Much is bought
> and sold at Holiday Faires that is not purely authentic to pre-17th
> century western Europe.  If one can turn a blind eye to such items, or
> conversations about modern concerns (such as computers or mundane
> employment), and indeed the modern edifice in which the event will take
> place, surely one could somehow dig within oneself to seek out the
> capability to enjoy hot chocolate and beignets without having to
> consider whether or not it is period.
>
> And surely making such a public display of "snarkage" will not be
> helpful to those who are considering participating in activities even
> on this scale.  It's one thing if a person is seeking to participate in
> a bake sale, and another if a person is seeking to participate in an
> arts competition.  I see no part of her question where she asked
> whether it would be period, or authentic; only whether it would be a
> good idea.
>
>
> Yours in Service,
>
> Karen Larsdatter
>   combining the "Compleat Anachronist Editor" hat
>   and the "Baronial Chatelaine" hat
>   for a "don't snark away the newcomers" ensemble
>

My compliments to you, gentle lady!

Your words were so fitting, I dared only repeat them, not attempt to improve
upon them.
Let us never turn down the offer of a generous heart.

Andras