[Hartwood] Sable Hound

[Allison]

Oh my goodness, such lovely words. Thank you to everyone who wrote...I'm just going to finish drying my tears. 
Aline

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> On Sep 19, 2016, at 2:39 PM, D Bevan <dbevan at topfloor.ca> wrote:
> 
> I am not very good at standing up in front of people and speaking. It actually makes me very nervous, and those nerves are only soothed by the fact you are all my good friends — so it’s more like just talking louder than everyone else at a party. ;) That having been said, when I’m on the spot the words I had planned fly out of my head.
> 
> Here is some of what was said about those who received the Sable Hound this weekend:
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> 
> Halima:
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> “She is very encouraging and helpful not only with gate but also keeping us focussed and true on our SCA journeys.”
> “There are so many reasons why this Lady should have this award, her teaching, her willingness to undertake things that need to be done.  She steps up whenever needed, and she is approachable.  She is knowledgeable and one of my heroes.”
> 
> Aline:
> 
> “For all her contributions of time and also her work and efforts with helping with the children of Hartwood"
> “Aline always puts forth her ideas and her thoughts, … she climbed onboard for the TW Marshals when it was decided that we were bringing them up, she is always willing to help out anyone with information, and is very knowledgeable, she never makes anyone feel left out or apart.  She is a kind soul that has embraced us wholly.”
> 
> “For helping to transform the shire with her experience, enthusiasm, friendship and sense. If it’s Archery, painting, or managing an event, she facilitates other’s participation with her own very hard (often behind-the-scenes) work.”
> 
> Aniko: 
> 
> “Although … relatively new to the SCA and Hartwood (she has) jumped off the deep end into service. (She) would be an excellent leader and inspiration to others in receiving their Sable Hound. “
> 
> “(We) cried when she said she was leaving us, why? because she was/is such a warm and giving person.  She found her place amongst us and was not afraid to try out things and then teach them to the rest of us.  She was enthusiastic about it all, running the best newcomers we've ever had.”
> 
> ** Note, she’s not leaving us! She’s just very, very remote. South-SOUTH Hartwood. ;P **
> 
> John:
> 
> “For being an inspiration to archers and ALWAYS quietly helping and giving on the sidelines”
> 
> “I want to say John should get a sable Hound he does alot for out shire and asks for nothing back.”
> “… He is one of the hearts of Hartwood, and if he left us we would all feel it immensely.  Why? because he is involved, he is supportive (If you know what to ask) and sometimes things would not happen without him.  He is a committed member of Hartwood and for that he deserves this award.”
> 
> Ulf:
> 
> “For being a cheerful, helpful, starting COW from a concept to an amazing event"
> 
> “… cooking up a storm for several events (taking over for Morraine when she broke her leg comes to mind which was for the Barony of Seagirt). (He) is ready to help any way (he) can at any time and often drives from Nanaimo to the Courtenay area to do so. “
> 
> “He would anything for the Shire as he loves it to his core.  He has built things, gathered things, traveled places, all on his own time and dime to see that the Shire has a comprehensive list of "Stuff".  He has moved things, put up and taken down signs late into the night, and will do whatever needs to be done.  He has really come out of his quiet shell to see that Hartwood is successful in whatever she attempts.”
> 
> ——————
> 
> These words are important. Volunteer burnout is real, but you would be surprised how refreshing a kind word and a ‘thank you’ can be — it isn’t why any of us work so hard for this community, but it is an incredible feeling to know you are seen, and appreciated. The truth is that many of you deserve this recognition, and -I- thank you, but the Sable Hound isn’t about my gratitude; it’s the Shire’s. So look at those around you, see them, and give me your words to offer them. Our gratitude can give someone else strength.
> 
> 
> Cunegonda van den Bossche
> Seneschal of Hartwood
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