Things that are beautiful about the people of faire

[eldatari]

Something that makes me choke up or outright cry when I see it (because it is such a touching sight) is when Twig is interacting with a "disabled" person- child or adult, the magic is the same.  There are many Faire Fairies out there but there is something special about Twig in action.  I don't think that it is something that can be taught, it is an inner beauty that shines through.  I see it and there is no question in my mind why Twig is the most photographed Ren Fairy out there.  Like her or not (because I know that not everyone is a fan of hers) you HAVE to admit that she has magical way about her when she is in action.

I can't imagine anyone NOT loving her.  She really is special.

[Rani Zemirah]

Something that makes me choke up or outright cry when I see it (because it is such a touching sight) is when Twig is interacting with a "disabled" person- child or adult, the magic is the same.  There are many Faire Fairies out there but there is something special about Twig in action.  I don't think that it is something that can be taught, it is an inner beauty that shines through.  I see it and there is no question in my mind why Twig is the most photographed Ren Fairy out there.  Like her or not (because I know that not everyone is a fan of hers) you HAVE to admit that she has magical way about her when she is in action.

I can't imagine anyone NOT loving her.  She really is special.

Oh, yes... Twig is most definitely Magical.  My daughter (who is 9, and becoming more skeptical by the moment) and I are in agreement that she is really a real Faerie, no matter that any of the others may not be the same "type" of real...  Twig is the genuine article! 

[dbaldock]

Do you remember seeing where DeadBishop posted this photo of "Twig" as a Summer Fairy, before she became "Twig" as we know her now?


Take Care,
David Baldock

[Rani Zemirah]

Oh, my!  She looks almost like that heavy noble gown is wearing her!  She's so very... fae!  She seems so very comfortable as a nature elemental, wandering wherever the wind takes her...  A true "Leaf on the Wind"! 

[LadyFae]

Do you remember seeing where DeadBishop posted this photo of "Twig" as a Summer Fairy, before she became "Twig" as we know her now?


Take Care,
David Baldock

Yep, in fact that was the first time I ever went to Faire!  It was the final year of the Faery Court at MNRF.  So, 2002, I think...

[Dayna]

Yup, 2001 and 2002 were the years of the fairie court at MNRF, lead by Gene (previously from TRF) as Oberon.

What I find beautiful about the people of faire is:

how they build a fairemily (tm) out of people from all walks of life, with acceptance of all.

that I can go to almost any faire in the continental US and find someone who knows someone who knows me, so instantly I'm part of their fairemily (tm) as well.

how having a vehicle break down or other calamity brings help from people who might not even know you, but they give, because either someone gave to them or they might need help someday themselves.

we share whatever we have, and figure in the grand scheme of things, it all works out.

every child on a faire site is part of Our Children, even if we've never personally reproduced.

you can be who you are, not who you must be in order to succeed in the "real world".

hugs are free for the asking, I Love You means just that, you're reminded of why you matter!

[bellevivre]

I'm one of these odd people that here, I can be pretty gregarious... in person, I am friendly if introduced, but I'm never ballsy enough to bounce up to someone and say "Hi Im ..."

lol also, when you first meet me, I tend to cover the shyness with a mess of bravado and foolishness... dunno why I do it, I just do.

So, the fact that I have been accepted, welcomed, loved in this community- that I can find kindred spirits who see the whole person and not just some "wierdo who dresses up in silly clothes" means a lot to me... I feel like often (not always, but often) rennies see the TRUTH of people instead of just the facade the rest of the world sees, and that's important.

also beautiful- the fact that I am in my happy clothes, and hundreds of other 'not small' women are too! I never feel sexier and more confident than when I'm in garb (though I still look like a swamp monster in pictures ='D)

[LadyFae]

I'm one of these odd people that here, I can be pretty gregarious... in person, I am friendly if introduced, but I'm never ballsy enough to bounce up to someone and say "Hi Im ..."

lol also, when you first meet me, I tend to cover the shyness with a mess of bravado and foolishness... dunno why I do it, I just do.

So, the fact that I have been accepted, welcomed, loved in this community- that I can find kindred spirits who see the whole person and not just some "wierdo who dresses up in silly clothes" means a lot to me... I feel like often (not always, but often) rennies see the TRUTH of people instead of just the facade the rest of the world sees, and that's important.

also beautiful- the fact that I am in my happy clothes, and hundreds of other 'not small' women are too! I never feel sexier and more confident than when I'm in garb (though I still look like a swamp monster in pictures ='D)

I know some here won't believe it but I am in agreement with you 100% here!!!!!!

[LadyStitch]

What I find beautiful about the people of faire is:
-how they build a fairemily (tm) out of people from all walks of life, with acceptance of all.
-that I can go to almost any faire in the continental US and find someone who knows someone who knows me, so instantly I'm part of their fairemily (tm) as well.
-how having a vehicle break down or other calamity brings help from people who might not even know you, but they give, because either someone gave to them or they might need help someday themselves.
-we share whatever we have, and figure in the grand scheme of things, it all works out.
-you can be who you are, not who you must be in order to succeed in the "real world".

Daya,  I have to say I agree with you 100%.  The Ren community is one of the few places I do not feel like an outsider.  I do not have to be someone else. I can just be me, and all of you accept me for it.
There is a reason our camp's table and door is always open.  Once upon a time someone was kind to us, and now we pass it forward. 
When I went to Rendevous this year I wasn't sure what would happen.  To be honest it was the most comfortable I have felt in.... well years.  I may have just met most of the people but I felt more at ease than I had in years.
The closest word I have to describe it is Whanau (pronaounced Fah-No)  It means family in Maori.   Once you have been greeted properly you are Whanu where ever you go.   Where ever there are members of your Whanu you are welcomed to share their food, roof, and company.  Sounds kind of like some people I know.

[Mairte]

I have gone to renn faires but only recently started participating.
I am always impressed by how accepting and decent most of the people I come across are and make me feel like I dont have to be as shy.

[Lady Kett]

What I love about Faire, which is directly related to the people at and of Faire, is that you oftentimes become "who" you are in the mundane world based on circumstances of your history. You act certain ways because of your job, family, friends, etc. and sometimes can get stuck in that "who" which is not entirely the way you WISH you could be.

When I dragged our 20 year old daughter to Scarborough this year, I forced her to dress in garb and set the stage with her sort of along these lines:

No one here knows who Katy is. So YOU walk in the gate and BE the Katy you WANT to be and that's the Katy they will know. There are no preconceptions, there is no personal history, it's a clean slate, so to speak.

About an hour after walking through the gate, the lightbulb went off and she understood why her parents have gone off the deepend (as she likes to say) and love Faire so much. It's because we can really be who we want to be, and really be ourselves and not be boxed into what our coworkers, family or friends think we should be. Sort of an anti-peer-pressure, if you will. And in the meantime you are surrounded by other people being exactly who they are and want to be, and who fully accept this as the way the world should be.

Hopefully that makes some sense to someone other than us!

[Bonny Pearl]

That makes absolute sense Lady Kett!

[Tygrkat]

What I love about Faire, which is directly related to the people at and of Faire, is that you oftentimes become "who" you are in the mundane world based on circumstances of your history. You act certain ways because of your job, family, friends, etc. and sometimes can get stuck in that "who" which is not entirely the way you WISH you could be.

When I dragged our 20 year old daughter to Scarborough this year, I forced her to dress in garb and set the stage with her sort of along these lines:

No one here knows who Katy is. So YOU walk in the gate and BE the Katy you WANT to be and that's the Katy they will know. There are no preconceptions, there is no personal history, it's a clean slate, so to speak.

About an hour after walking through the gate, the lightbulb went off and she understood why her parents have gone off the deepend (as she likes to say) and love Faire so much. It's because we can really be who we want to be, and really be ourselves and not be boxed into what our coworkers, family or friends think we should be. Sort of an anti-peer-pressure, if you will. And in the meantime you are surrounded by other people being exactly who they are and want to be, and who fully accept this as the way the world should be.

Hopefully that makes some sense to someone other than us!

Huzzah! and well said, Lady Kett! 

[Tripletap]

So much beauty, inside and out, garb and souls, so much ale inside, and unfortunately sometimes out.
Faire people show so much talent, and creativity, and humor, always warm even when it is raining.
I have been going to Faire since I was a very young boy, and one day, I will have children that will go too.

[DonaCatalina]

Yes I love the garb. Anyone who knows me more than 3 minutes can tell you that.
But Lady Kett also has a valid point.
We can be the beautiful, friendly, easy going generous people that we wish we could be everyday if real life demands didn't darken our spirits quite so much.