[Ponte Alto] Post Pennsic Greetings from Denise

[DCADENISE at aol.com]

Greetings to the Peaceful Folk of Ponte Alto, 
     I write this missive to what I believe is the most wonderful Barony in 
the entire Known World. We were heavily outnumbered at the War and the victor 
of the War was not decided till the last day. All fought hard and well, and 
with courtesy and chivalry. Ponte Alto made its’ might known. I would like to 
thank those who fought with sword, epee, ax and bow, those who volunteered at 
Lost and Found, gave Water to the fighters, lent their Healing arts, sang in 
the Known World Choir, worked Troll, taught classes..... and the numerous 
other activities that sustain us all at Pennsic. The joint Baronial 
encampment with the Barony of Stierbach started off with people not knowing 
each other, but by the end of the war... many friends were made within the 
encampment. I was inspired by Her Highness, Princess Padraigin, as a combat 
archer and wish to take up combat archery myself and join the mighty forces 
of Ponte Alto in battle for next Pennsic.   

     I would like to congratulate our Baronial Bard, Lord Odde ap Tam on 
being elevated to the rank of nobility with his Award of Arms at Atlantian 
Court. Also, Vivats to Lord Thomas Lyon on being awarded the Order of the 
Garland. He is a true inspiration to the rapier community. Lord Christopher 
Hare was also awarded the Order of the Garland. Christopher fought in the 
Baronial heavy weapons tourney at Pennsic (since Erik, our current champion 
was sent to Georgia on business last minute) where he was praised for his 
chivalry and courtesy by the many ladies in attendance. Those warriors who 
fought in the Hadrian's Wall Battle brought great honor to your Barony. Their 
deeds were noted by His Majesty, His Highness, Count Ragnarr, and Baron Sir 
Thomas and thus were awarded with an augmented bead at our Baronial court for 
their courage. I would like to thank Master Kevin for his valor in leading 
our new heavy weapons unit in tabards in the battles. Many thanks to those 
who helped and attended the Fighter's Breakfast. I would also like to 
recognize our new baronial painter, Perronelle La Peintre. Perronelle spent 
most of her Pennsic painting Baronial signs, running walls and Order of the 
Garland garlands. I would like to thank my Ladies in Waiting for being there 
as I brought back victory to the encampment after winning the Queen's tea 
pell mell game ;-)   But most of all I would like to thank Lord Thomas Lyon 
and those members of the Baroness's Guard that made Midnight Madness and my 
birthday the most memorable and enjoyable experience at Pennsic. Thanks to 
All! For those unable to attend Baronial Court at Pennsic please make sure 
you see me concerning beads or campaign ribbons. 

Thanks again for all those who were able to attend Pennsic and show the Known 
World the spirit and enthusiasm of Ponte Alto. 

Yours in Service, 
Baroness Denise Duvalier 





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