The new colonies in County of Glasgow opened their borders for several days. Four MacTavishes made the move.
Lucifera is in Ardencaple
Maerik and Luthien Bedwyr are in Stirling
Destrata is in Lanark
All four have been given access to the UCS as the Glasgow MacTavishes.
There are three MacTavish Councillors on Galloway County Council
Lady Robin is Spokeswoman
Antek is Constable
Aelin is Public Prosecutor
We lost no-one to Ireland. Some other large clans lost half of their members (O'Broins, Campbells, MacAles, Kennedys in particular). We have been gaining members slightly faster than losing, seem to be holding around 40 MacTavishes. Almost a quarter of us are level 2.
Our homelands lie in counties to the north and the west of county of Glasgow. We might start thinking about the possibility of a big move at short notice in case new colonies of interest open in next few months.
At the moment Dracmuller is busy checking the proposed Constitution through. The clan is debating it before casting a vote for or against it. So far, no-one has said we should oppose it.
Showing posts with label Kennedy. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kennedy. Show all posts
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Saturday, March 22, 2008
The Most Noble and Chivalous Scottish Order of Saint Andrew?
A Campbell, a Kennedy, a Forbes and a Sinclair band together and create a "Noble and Chivalrous" order of knights. To my ear that sounds a little pretentious, a little english even! The most valuable service they might provide, perhaps, is an elite band on permanent station and, if so, good on them. It is more likely that we will have a 'chivalrous' (roleplay) order to fight civilised (nobles) tournaments against similarly well-to-do english. Fun if you are into that kind of thing I suppose.
Perhaps something a little more raucus, a little less chivalrous and a little less noble. Like a cross border raiding society or some such? A little less lords and ladies in the courtyard, a little more good folk and gentle in the cattle byre?
Puts his nose back into joint and wanders off.
Perhaps something a little more raucus, a little less chivalrous and a little less noble. Like a cross border raiding society or some such? A little less lords and ladies in the courtyard, a little more good folk and gentle in the cattle byre?
Puts his nose back into joint and wanders off.
Wednesday, December 26, 2007
More stuff on UCS political party
The following is my recent response to an invitation by Tobbi, Chieftain of the Kennedys, top become involved in the political party called United Clans of Scotland. I reproduce his original letter underneath.
Season's greetings, Tobbi Kennedy!
I note with interest your recent mail. I have previously discussed a similar solitication with Julius of the Campbells. Out of liking for you personally, and respect for your clan, I repeat roughly here what I have said with him.
Politics divides, clans unite. Oil and water. The clans already carry moral authority, they will have legislative power in near future. Many, if not most, of the members of government from both town and county already are members of clans, or clanlike organisations. Their clan identity will already be framing their actions. What need therefore for a separate political party?
We MacTavishes have many and varied political viewpoints, we cannot be bound by any except that which proclaims freedom for scotland. Anything other would be to invite fraction into our midst. Thus, while I am sure that you can count upon a strong MacTavish vote I do not think that you will see us in your party as a clan.
Can individuals join your party as such (as long as they are clanned)? What chance a decent place on your list for such a one?
(raises glass)
Dracmuller of Whithorn
Chieftain of Clan MacTavish
Here's Tobbi's original letter:
This letter is to invite you to join our party which is called United Clans of Scotland. As you see, this party is trying to get all the clans together for a United and strong Scotland. I think our ideas will please you cause our goals are noble and we're not there for power but as people of service for the communities.
I would be very happy to see your Clan being active with us. 3 representatives are allowed per Clan for now so maybe you can talk to your members to see if they would be interested.If you want to become a part of this journey, just hit me back. I'm sure we can do great things all together. ;)
Also, happy holidays Drac.
^o^Tobbi Kennedy
NB - For those that want to get involved as individuals, that is still feasible. Contact me to contact Tobbi to contact JO to gain access (though I note that the list of those standing for election is almost full)
Season's greetings, Tobbi Kennedy!
I note with interest your recent mail. I have previously discussed a similar solitication with Julius of the Campbells. Out of liking for you personally, and respect for your clan, I repeat roughly here what I have said with him.
Politics divides, clans unite. Oil and water. The clans already carry moral authority, they will have legislative power in near future. Many, if not most, of the members of government from both town and county already are members of clans, or clanlike organisations. Their clan identity will already be framing their actions. What need therefore for a separate political party?
We MacTavishes have many and varied political viewpoints, we cannot be bound by any except that which proclaims freedom for scotland. Anything other would be to invite fraction into our midst. Thus, while I am sure that you can count upon a strong MacTavish vote I do not think that you will see us in your party as a clan.
Can individuals join your party as such (as long as they are clanned)? What chance a decent place on your list for such a one?
(raises glass)
Dracmuller of Whithorn
Chieftain of Clan MacTavish
Here's Tobbi's original letter:
This letter is to invite you to join our party which is called United Clans of Scotland. As you see, this party is trying to get all the clans together for a United and strong Scotland. I think our ideas will please you cause our goals are noble and we're not there for power but as people of service for the communities.
I would be very happy to see your Clan being active with us. 3 representatives are allowed per Clan for now so maybe you can talk to your members to see if they would be interested.If you want to become a part of this journey, just hit me back. I'm sure we can do great things all together. ;)
Also, happy holidays Drac.
^o^Tobbi Kennedy
NB - For those that want to get involved as individuals, that is still feasible. Contact me to contact Tobbi to contact JO to gain access (though I note that the list of those standing for election is almost full)
Sunday, December 9, 2007
Clan policital proposal rejected (again)
I recently received a letter from leader of Clan Forbes, seeking our involvement in 'The United Clans of Scotland' (a newly proposed political party). This was my reply:
Jefferson Davis Forbes,
I have put my views on this matter to the one who first raised it, JO. I promised him I would not publicly voice my critique and keep an open mind and eye. I continue to do so. When you have Munro, MacGillivray and O'Broin (and MacGregor, if they are still active) on the list, then you will have surprised me and convinced me at the same time. Until then, I maintain position that clan and political party are separate entities and should remain so.
Clan MacTavish has some very divergent political opinions within it. So far, we have a happy house. If we as a clan get involved in the political fracas and compromise (which is the art of politics in a democratic society, afterall) then survival there could lead to troubles at home. Have already seen Scottish Nationalist Party fall apart on the rocks of ego and grudge. What makes you think this proposed party would be any different?
Politics divide. Clans pick up the pieces. Politics about power. Clans about culture. Oil and water.
I am sure that, even if we are not in 'the party' our votes would strongly tend towards your candidates. As I see it, that is the way it should be.
I assure you, as I have others who have brought this proposal before us, we keep an open but sceptical mind on the issue and remain to be convinced.
Yours in unity,
Dracmuller
Here's the letter I received:
Dracmuller, Chieftain of the Great Clan Mactavish.
Presently there is a building of the United Clans of Scotland. So far there are 3 reps from each of the following clans. The Campbells, The Forbes, The Macales, 3 coming from both the Wallaces and the Kennedys.
I'm contacting you and the other chieftains to build on this list. Giving this body your strongest arms and your brightest minds. It is our intention to put forth a list of canidates in Galloway and hopefully Ayr, for those who have relocated there. Providing a platform that will be the front line of the coming english political parties.
I've never been more proud to be a parts of Scotland and her clans. Without the MacTavishes, the body would be nothing more then a empty suit and with you, .... courage, commitment, and commonality.
Sincerely Jefferson Davis
Discerning readers will note that of the clans mentioned in Forbes' letter, only one of them is a 'heavy hitter'. It was their rep's who deserted the Scottish Nationalist Party when things appeared to be getting too personal and bygones couldn't be let be bygones (sorry Robin). The 'litmus test' clans I mentioned fell on the other side of the barrier. If the hard heads of those clans all agree with the UCS proposal, then I would say we should re-evaluate present stance. Until then, there is nothing here that cause me to feel inspired...
PS - check our clans forum for details of upcoming Christmas get-together at Wigtown on the weekend before Christmas...
Jefferson Davis Forbes,
I have put my views on this matter to the one who first raised it, JO. I promised him I would not publicly voice my critique and keep an open mind and eye. I continue to do so. When you have Munro, MacGillivray and O'Broin (and MacGregor, if they are still active) on the list, then you will have surprised me and convinced me at the same time. Until then, I maintain position that clan and political party are separate entities and should remain so.
Clan MacTavish has some very divergent political opinions within it. So far, we have a happy house. If we as a clan get involved in the political fracas and compromise (which is the art of politics in a democratic society, afterall) then survival there could lead to troubles at home. Have already seen Scottish Nationalist Party fall apart on the rocks of ego and grudge. What makes you think this proposed party would be any different?
Politics divide. Clans pick up the pieces. Politics about power. Clans about culture. Oil and water.
I am sure that, even if we are not in 'the party' our votes would strongly tend towards your candidates. As I see it, that is the way it should be.
I assure you, as I have others who have brought this proposal before us, we keep an open but sceptical mind on the issue and remain to be convinced.
Yours in unity,
Dracmuller
Here's the letter I received:
Dracmuller, Chieftain of the Great Clan Mactavish.
Presently there is a building of the United Clans of Scotland. So far there are 3 reps from each of the following clans. The Campbells, The Forbes, The Macales, 3 coming from both the Wallaces and the Kennedys.
I'm contacting you and the other chieftains to build on this list. Giving this body your strongest arms and your brightest minds. It is our intention to put forth a list of canidates in Galloway and hopefully Ayr, for those who have relocated there. Providing a platform that will be the front line of the coming english political parties.
I've never been more proud to be a parts of Scotland and her clans. Without the MacTavishes, the body would be nothing more then a empty suit and with you, .... courage, commitment, and commonality.
Sincerely Jefferson Davis
Discerning readers will note that of the clans mentioned in Forbes' letter, only one of them is a 'heavy hitter'. It was their rep's who deserted the Scottish Nationalist Party when things appeared to be getting too personal and bygones couldn't be let be bygones (sorry Robin). The 'litmus test' clans I mentioned fell on the other side of the barrier. If the hard heads of those clans all agree with the UCS proposal, then I would say we should re-evaluate present stance. Until then, there is nothing here that cause me to feel inspired...
PS - check our clans forum for details of upcoming Christmas get-together at Wigtown on the weekend before Christmas...
Thursday, November 1, 2007
A Big Day
Well. We made it! I hope I can take my foot off the accelerator now. I set myself goal of pushing the clan as hard and as fast as possible to today. After today, we will see if it has legs of its own.
As of dawn in Australia, we have 16 members. 4 in Drummore, 2 in Wigtown, 10 in Whithorn. I am still hoping to be able to accept at least one more person into the clan today, but we shall see.
I hope some of you made it to MacTavish's Hut and left a message. I have had responses from the following clans, each saying they would maybe bring a contingent through the site:
Kennedy, Forbes, MacAle, MacLeod and Murray. Campbell has already checked us out a day ago, I expect them at some time. I also think Clan O'Broin will be represented. Duke Hypno, Chieft of Clan MacGillivray is in France and cannot come, but sent a written message (I will put it in comments on the Hut). Brother Chris of Clan Wallace is in retreat at moment.
I've sent a circular letter to all MacTavishes, inviting them to call by especially.
See how we go.
As of dawn in Australia, we have 16 members. 4 in Drummore, 2 in Wigtown, 10 in Whithorn. I am still hoping to be able to accept at least one more person into the clan today, but we shall see.
I hope some of you made it to MacTavish's Hut and left a message. I have had responses from the following clans, each saying they would maybe bring a contingent through the site:
Kennedy, Forbes, MacAle, MacLeod and Murray. Campbell has already checked us out a day ago, I expect them at some time. I also think Clan O'Broin will be represented. Duke Hypno, Chieft of Clan MacGillivray is in France and cannot come, but sent a written message (I will put it in comments on the Hut). Brother Chris of Clan Wallace is in retreat at moment.
I've sent a circular letter to all MacTavishes, inviting them to call by especially.
See how we go.
Saturday, October 27, 2007
Wigtown Pubtalk
Have just spent a fairly long day in the pubs of Wigtown. Most significant results, I got off another 10 targeted invitations (no responses yet) and sat down and talked business with O’Broin and Kennedy Chieftains. Quite different characters, but certainly of a similar mind to myself as regards Scotland's short and mid term future.
There is talk of a signing an ‘alliance’ (whatever that might be) in coming week. I had to say that we’ve not gone formal yet, and that, no, this is not my own little sinecure I have going here.
I let it be known that they have our in-principle agreement to the ethic expressed (peace, but not at any price) and let it be known that we would stand strong with those who would defend what is good in our scottish ways of life against those who might attempt to corrupt this. But we will sign nothing until we are ready.
Sitting with these two senior figures made me feel quite The MacTavish, as together our clans numbered between 30 and 40 characters. It was agreed that we must all look to the future, and build our strength so that peace is possible. Especially once roads connect Scotland with our neighbor!
We also agreed that will forgo much to achieve this position, but it will not be at any price. We will remain wary of corruption. We will respect our various ways of handling matters within our respective clans.
These were valuable agreements to reach in principle.
Also of value, a representative of Clan Rose was present throughout. He did not speak for them, but he was alert to the fact of our meeting and confirmed that Rose is stable again in terms of leadership.
You should have heard silence descend when someone else wondered in a couple of times!
And that’ll be it for now, because I have to go to bed after a long day talking.
There is talk of a signing an ‘alliance’ (whatever that might be) in coming week. I had to say that we’ve not gone formal yet, and that, no, this is not my own little sinecure I have going here.
I let it be known that they have our in-principle agreement to the ethic expressed (peace, but not at any price) and let it be known that we would stand strong with those who would defend what is good in our scottish ways of life against those who might attempt to corrupt this. But we will sign nothing until we are ready.
Sitting with these two senior figures made me feel quite The MacTavish, as together our clans numbered between 30 and 40 characters. It was agreed that we must all look to the future, and build our strength so that peace is possible. Especially once roads connect Scotland with our neighbor!
We also agreed that will forgo much to achieve this position, but it will not be at any price. We will remain wary of corruption. We will respect our various ways of handling matters within our respective clans.
These were valuable agreements to reach in principle.
Also of value, a representative of Clan Rose was present throughout. He did not speak for them, but he was alert to the fact of our meeting and confirmed that Rose is stable again in terms of leadership.
You should have heard silence descend when someone else wondered in a couple of times!
And that’ll be it for now, because I have to go to bed after a long day talking.
Sunday, October 21, 2007
Letters to Clan Leaders in Wigtown
There are some MacTavishes living in Wigtown, but I haven't had any response to the few letters I've managed to send off to our kin there. I think I need to go in person and scour the town notice board and taverns.
For this reason, I will be heading off in the coming week. This will probably use up my total resources that I have worked so hard to accumulate to date but, for the name of MacTavish, no sacrifice is too great!
As the trip will be official clan business, I have contacted clan leaders of the Murrays, Sinclairs, O'Broins and Kennedys (all who reside in Wigtown) to inform them of the trip and to offer to meet up with them during my brief stay.
Letter of intent
Greetings, [Leader's name] of the [named clan]!
I hope to visit Wigtown sometime later this week. I intend meeting up with some of my kin from Clan MacTavish. As this will therefore be somewhat of an 'official' trip I thought I'd better pay you, in your capacity of leader of the [named clan], the courtesy of informing you of my intention.
While I am visiting, I would only be too pleased to meet you sometime and share a wee dram in honour of our prospective clans, and the prospect of a united Scotland protected by those such as we and our kin!
I'll let you know closer to the day when I expect to arrive, but it will be sometime after October 23rd. I will try and be avaiable to meet in a tavern of your choice sometime between hours of 0930 and 1230 GMT. If any day or time would suit you best, please let me know as soon as possible so that I can make the necessary arrangements.
BTW - We MacTavishes have set ourselves up in a hut outside Highlands Hall in anticipation of the coming Gathering of the Clans. You are welcome to visit us there. The hut can be found at http://mactavishshut.blogspot.com/
(raises glass)
To the Glory of Scotland!
Dramuller MacTavish of Whithorn
For this reason, I will be heading off in the coming week. This will probably use up my total resources that I have worked so hard to accumulate to date but, for the name of MacTavish, no sacrifice is too great!
As the trip will be official clan business, I have contacted clan leaders of the Murrays, Sinclairs, O'Broins and Kennedys (all who reside in Wigtown) to inform them of the trip and to offer to meet up with them during my brief stay.
Letter of intent
Greetings, [Leader's name] of the [named clan]!
I hope to visit Wigtown sometime later this week. I intend meeting up with some of my kin from Clan MacTavish. As this will therefore be somewhat of an 'official' trip I thought I'd better pay you, in your capacity of leader of the [named clan], the courtesy of informing you of my intention.
While I am visiting, I would only be too pleased to meet you sometime and share a wee dram in honour of our prospective clans, and the prospect of a united Scotland protected by those such as we and our kin!
I'll let you know closer to the day when I expect to arrive, but it will be sometime after October 23rd. I will try and be avaiable to meet in a tavern of your choice sometime between hours of 0930 and 1230 GMT. If any day or time would suit you best, please let me know as soon as possible so that I can make the necessary arrangements.
BTW - We MacTavishes have set ourselves up in a hut outside Highlands Hall in anticipation of the coming Gathering of the Clans. You are welcome to visit us there. The hut can be found at http://mactavishshut.blogspot.com/
(raises glass)
To the Glory of Scotland!
Dramuller MacTavish of Whithorn
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