<<--- On Wed, 3/3/10, Jennifer Harris <cyannerose@...> wrote:
 
You may have won for now, but Veneta shall rise!!

*waves fuzzy blue pom poms*

Vale,
Aeternia>>
 
 
Oh, yes, ladies, please do not forget that Veneta has these wonderful sea blue fuzzy pom-poms, Aeternia is our official Cheer Leader, and Veneta members sit in the best section of the Circus Maximus because as luck would have it their Domina factionis is the Virgo Maxima and the Vestals always get the best seats. LOL
 
VENETA - VENI VIDI VICI!  GO, GLUES... er... I mean GO BLUES!!! LOL
 
Actually, that glue thing gives me an idea...
Caeca: "Is that glue on the track? White glue? Oh, no! The Albata chariot has run right into the puddle of glue!"
Heheheheheeee...
What? It's white. Matchs the chariot.
Heheheheheee...
Hey, it's not dirty tactics... it's sticky tactics! LOL
 
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LOL Where ya gonna look? Cat R Us? Rent-A-Cat? Cats Plus?
Of course, I would know where there's a whole bunch of them... but I'm not telling. LOL
 
MVM 
 
 
<<--- On Wed, 3/3/10, C.Maria Caeca <c.mariacaeca@...> wrote:

Hmmm ...well ...maybe ...I'll go look. Caeca>>

>--- On Wed, 3/3/10, Charlie Collins <priscus@...> wrote:
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>Priscus Caeca sal.
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>Have you (or anybody else) a spare cat that Merddyn can borrow for the
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<<--- On Wed, 3/3/10, publiusalbucius <albucius_aoe@...> wrote:

Messalinae patronae Venetorum s.d.

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>Remember, Veneta - Veni Vidi Vici!)

Are you sure? I believed Dexter has told me the 3 V meant: "Vero, Vulnerabiles Veneti" ?! ;-)>>
 
 
Dexter would never say that! There must be an imposter running around!
Or like Caeca, you were dreaming....
 
Maxima Valeria Messallina
 
 


 

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Congratulations to Quintus Servilius Priscus on his splendid victory!
 
Ladies, well done! A mare's hair... LOL
 
Vale bene,
 
Maxima Valeria Messallina


<<--- On Wed, 3/3/10, luciaiuliaaquila <dis_pensible@...> wrote:

CAECA: Salvete, we're back again, fellow citizens and guests, high in the Circus Maximus with a grand view of the track. A refreshing soft breeze is gifting the crushing crowd in the stands. Oh my! The mischievous Aurae lifted a small peacock feather to a swirling delight from one of the many feathered fans in the Senate box!
Is that? Oh yes! It *is* the gallant Senator Gn. Iulius Caesar swiftly catching the colorful plume in midair just before it falls onto Senatrix A. Tullia Scholastica' s flaxen hair! Wonder what passed between them causing them to laugh so heartily!

The 2nd race is about to begin! The chariots are taking their parade lap around the course and the exciting tension is mounting!
In the 1st lane, we have Aprilis, owned and driven by T. Tullius Sabinus Crassus. He is a proud patrician, and says he is well trained and professional.

JULIA: Ah this is a Roman who shows no one mercy, especially his opponents! He is a formidable representative of Russata in this race.

CAECA: In lane 2, we have the Consul Albucius' 2nd chariot, Drunas, running for Albata and driven by Nervia.

JULIA: Nervia is certainly feeling the pressure to join his team mate in the winner's circle. But observe how adeptly Nervia handles the highly energetic on-the-bit steeds, readying them for the race!

CAECA: You bet he is feeling the pressure! In the 3rd lane, we have Faolchú Dubh driven by Barinthus, a Celt, and owned by M. Martianus Lupus, racing for Vaneta.

JULIA: Another driver with fiery red locks– which bestows an added flare of excitement!

CAECA: Yes, we seem to have lots of Celts, don't we? OK, in Lane 4 we have the Praesina entry, the sun Burst, owned by Quintus Servilius Priscus, and driven by another Celt, Ambicatos.

JULIA: *stands in excitement* The trumpet sounds! Missi sunt! They're off!

CAECA: Coming out of the gate, we have Russata and Veneta almost even, then Albata followed by Praesina. Into the first turn Russata is edging ahead of Veneta! Russata is challenging Veneta, but Albata is staying back conserving energy at a leisurely pace. They are now coming into the next turn, and Russata has surged ahead! It appears that Praesina is challenging Veneta, but Veneta holds to his same swift even pace, blocking Russata's move. The Consul's chariot last, but very much still in the race - we can only wonder what strategy he will use this race!

Into the 2nd straightaway - Veneta and Russata are changing the lead position - back and forth they go! Praesina is applying the pressure and Albata is on Praesina' s tail into the 3rd turn!
Oh! Oh! That was close! I thought Praesina was going to sideswipe Russata but the drivers averted disaster by a mare's hair! Albata is coming up fast, and coming out into the 3rd lap in the lead!
OK, now on the straightaway it's Praesina and Albata, then Russata, pushing their horses for all their worth! Veneta is close behind, and into the last turn!
They are all bunched together, a tangle of chariots and horse power in a cloud of misty dust! It looks like Albata might be just a nose ahead, and into the last lap! Russata is going all out, with Veneta close behind, but ...here comes Sunburst!
Look at that green chariot fly! Sunburst passes on the outside at lightning speeds with Albata tucked in right behind him as Praesina clears the way in the final stretch. Could we be looking at a blanket finish!?!
Albata and Praesina! ...
With a final splendid effort Praesina in the Sunburst wins!!!!
Albata is next, then Russata, then Veneta! Looks as though Priscus and the Consul will be running in the semi finals!

JULIA: That was quite an impressive race! The displays of skill and courage by the drivers are worthy of emulation! It's almost too bad some have to be eliminated - I do hope to see each and every one back on the track again. The way those magnificent stout hearted animals performed in this race their hot-walkers will have their jobs cut out for them!

CAECA: Yes, they will, for certain ...but there will be other games, and I'm sure we'll see them again!

JULIA: *gently waves off a server boy's proffer of a cool beverage, a tiny smile curls upon her lips as she rises* I am off to stretch my limbs and mill about to see what sort of mischief I might… avoid.

Narratio resumetur…
To be continued…>>




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CAECA: Salvete we're back again, citizens and guests, to bring you the final 2 races! The weather is still absolutely glorious, and, if anything, the Circus is even more crowded! Naturally enough, with 2 entries already in the semi finals, Albata Factio is having a wonderful time, and, from what I've been told, the Consul is keeping the wine flowing freely!

JULIA: I've heard on the wind that the Veneta factio has a surprise for us all should one of their chariots win its first race! Much speculation ripples through the crowds, only time will tellÂ… *a smile blooms upon her face*

CAECA: Dancing girls? fireworks? It's hard to tell, but you can expect the unexpected from that exuberant bunch!

The sound of the Trumpet permeates the air and people are scurrying back to their seats, most of them with their hands full of good things to eat and drink! Speaking of which ...did you get some of Rota's wonderful sausage rolls?

JULIA: I did try one earlier and our Aedile sent us a special treat of honey cakes – take a look in the basket behind you. Between the scent of flowers and the scent of the honey cakes I am feeling somewhat euphoric.

CAECA Great! Now, the horses are making their parade lap. First, and in lane 1, we see Ala Rubra, owned by L. Livia Plauta, and driven by Ursus. She will represent Russata in this race.

JULIA: Russata is really hungry for victory, although they did get a 2nd in the first race. I understand Ursus employs a steady swift approach much like the steady pace that won Eporicus 1st place in the 1st race.

CAECA: Ursus does like a steady pace and he's absolutely unflappable. He can find his way through any chaos that happens on the course - and his skill has won him many a race! In the 2nd lane, we have G. Equitius Cato's Three Furies, driven by Lepidus.

JULIA: Lepidus is known to hug the Spina which can be a really good tactic or lead to disaster but he is so skilled that he makes it look easy! Cato's steeds are fine examples of horse flesh, he has a fine chariot and an excellent driver, he is well prepared for this race.

CAECA: Yes, and Cato's chariots always give us good races, too. OK, in the 3rd lane, we have another Veneta entry, this time, Wind Chaser IV, owned by Maxima Valeria Messallina and driven by Emrys of Gaul. I understand that this is a new chariot, and new horses, too!

JULIA: I must admit I like the countenance of the powerfully built sandy haired Gaul, let's hope the Gods have smiled upon those sparkling blue eyes. While I admired the beautiful chariot for her maiden race Emrys confided in me that he likes the way it handles during practice sessions. Oh, look at those exquisite horses, what magnificent gaits! Their chestnut coats shine with a subtle hint of flame in the sun!

CAECA: They do, and the blue harness looks stunning against their coats, too. This sky blue chariot almost looks too pretty to suffer the rough and tumble of a race, doesn't it?

JULIA: *smiles *I would not underestimate that fine chariot, Caeca - underneath all that glossy paint and those matching blue trimmed wheels, there is a well made challenger! The driver was well chosen also; Emrys never gets angry or is at least slow to anger - or so I have been told. He has the twinkling azure eyes similar to the erotes, and I suspect that grin keeps him out of any trouble he might find himself in. But then he seems to have no reason to do anything but smile.

CAECA: OK, in lane 4, we have, representing Praesina, Q. Servilius Priscus" 2nd chariot, Volcanus, driven by yet *another* Celt (oh, the beauty of them!), Merddyn.

JULIA: I am partial to Gauls myself but I must admit, all this Gallic and Celtic resplendence does afford great pleasure to the senses adding to the glory of the spectacle doesn't it?

CAECA: Yes, but those names fall strangely from Roman lips! They have way too many consonants!

JULIA: *curls her lips into a subtle smile*

CAECA: The chariots have taken their places, and they're off! Here comes Windchaser IV first out, and those mares look like they're dancing! You can hear Emrys shouting for sheer joy all the way up here, he's waving to the crowd and turns a wave towards the broadcast booth as well! Right behind him though, is Ala Rubra, pushing hard, then comes Volcanus, then the Three Furies, easing over to the Spina, where he likes to be unafraid of the dolphin.
Down the straightaway, Ala Rubra and Windchaser are almost matched, step for step, and both Factios are going crazy! The crowd is roaring!!!! Volcanus is keeping close, but not pushing it, yet - he will, though - and now the Three Furies is challenging Ala Rubra!
Going into the first turn, and I think, yes, Ala Rubra has pulled ahead by a nose! Windchaser IV is next, then the Three furies, still hugging that Spina, and then Volcanus!
There's isn't a length between any of them though, and into the 2nd straightaway they go! Look at the Three Furies! He's just put on a burst of speed, and he's overtaken the leaders, but Windchaser is absolutely irrepressible! Wait ...the 2 drivers are shouting to each other, and laughing! Did Emrys just tell a joke?

JULIA: I'd be willing to wager he did, but I'll ask some friends of mine who speak that language well to find out – I dare not try my own feeble use of his language for there is no telling what sort of error I might make! *laughs* I wonder if it's a joke we can use in polite company.

CAECA: Volcanus is seriously challenging Ala Rubra, but Russata is holding its own, and into the next turn. OK, they are lined up nicely,
with about a quarter length between each chariot, so, it's the Three Furies, Windchaser IV - no! Ala Rubra just passed Windchaser IV! Volcanus is last, but barely. And into the 3rd straightaway we go! Watch! Watch! look at Windchaser IV! Emrys is absolutely flying, and Ala Rubra can't keep up!
OK, it's now the Three Furies, Windchaser, Ala Rubra, and Volcanus... but Volcanus is starting to make his move, and he's pushing Ala Rubra into the last turn! Emrys is *singing* to his mares! They must like it, because they are going full speed ahead! They might be little, but they can *run*!
Ala Rubra and the Three Furies are fighting for 2nd place, but Volcanus is moving up fast! They are swiftly stampeding down the straightaway but nothing - nothing - can touch Windchaser!
Are those wheels even on the ground???
Oh, look at Volcanus! He's catching up to Windchaser, but - I don't thinkÂ…
Ala Rubra is right behind Volcanus, and the Three Furies is right behind Ala Rubra, but fighting for 3rd. The crowd is roaring, the horses hooves sound like Iuppiter's thunder as sandy clouds accompany the chariots across the finish line!
Windchaser wins , but only by a nose, then Volcanus, then Ala Rubra, and 4th is The Three Furies.
I've got to say, though, that you could almost tie one ribbon around all 4 chariots, they are so close together!

JULIA: Oh by the gods, have you ever seen such a vision *laughs* Train your eyes Maria over to the Veneta Factio!

CAECA: What have they got? I don't believe it! They have great, big blue pompoms! They are waving them, and yelling a cheer! Do you see Dexter????

JULIA: He's waving a blue pompom!!!!*thinks she wishes he was wearing a Cinculum Militaire over a short tunic as well* Why not? They have every reason to be really ecstatic right about now! Here comes Messallina down from her box, sans the kittens, I must mention, to congratulate her driver! All the Blues are cheering her, too, and rightly so – a wonderful victory!

CAECA: This was another great race! If these are so good, I can't help but wonder what the semi finals and finals have in store for us!

JULIA: Magnificent races all thus far, a treat for the senses! I am really joyful to see that there have been no serious accidents, just that one fender bender in race 1. I hope it continues that way!

CAECA: Yes. I've seen chariots destroyed, and drivers hurt, and it's heartbreaking, but let's hope these races will be injury free, for both
horses and drivers! NowÂ… where are those honey cakes, again? Ah! *takes a glass of wine from a server* and Falernian, too? Life *is* good!

Narratio resumeturÂ…
To be continuedÂ…

Avete!

Forgive me my excitement but I tried posting the 3rd race thrice last night and they must be in yahoo's deadzone. Now the warning (of a sort) So should the triplet arrive sometime in the day or in the next few days, you, O citizens of this precious res publica, shall know why!

Valete,

Julia

<<--- On Thu, 3/4/10, luciaiuliaaquila <dis_pensible@...> wrote:

CAECA: Salvete we're back again, citizens and guests, to bring you the final 2 races! The weather is still absolutely glorious, and, if anything, the Circus is even more crowded! Naturally enough, with 2 entries already in the semi finals, Albata Factio is having a wonderful time, and, from what I've been told, the Consul is keeping the wine flowing freely!

JULIA: I've heard on the wind that the Veneta factio has a surprise for us all should one of their chariots win its first race! Much speculation ripples through the crowds, only time will tell… *a smile blooms upon her face*

CAECA: Dancing girls? fireworks? It's hard to tell, but you can expect the unexpected from that exuberant bunch!>>
 
 
(There's a blue button behind my seat and when I push it, blue confetti rains down all over the Circus Maximus! :) )
 
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<<Down the straightaway, Ala Rubra and Windchaser are almost matched, step for step, and both Factios are going crazy! The crowd is roaring!!!! Volcanus is keeping close, but not pushing it, yet - he will, though - and now the Three Furies is challenging Ala Rubra!
Going into the first turn, and I think, yes, Ala Rubra has pulled ahead by a nose! Windchaser IV is next, then the Three furies, still hugging that Spina, and then Volcanus!
There's isn't a length between any of them though, and into the 2nd straightaway they go! Look at the Three Furies! He's just put on a burst of speed, and he's overtaken the leaders, but Windchaser is absolutely irrepressible! Wait ...the 2 drivers are shouting to each other, and laughing! Did Emrys just tell a joke?

JULIA: I'd be willing to wager he did, but I'll ask some friends of mine who speak that language well to find out – I dare not try my own feeble use of his language for there is no telling what sort of error I might make! *laughs* I wonder if it's a joke we can use in polite company.>>
 
 
Probably not. LOL


<<CAECA: What have they got? I don't believe it! They have great, big blue pompoms! They are waving them, and yelling a cheer!>>
 
 
Yep, that's Veneta! The Bold, Brave and True Factio with the extra fuzzy pom-poms! :)
 
 
<< Do you see Dexter????>>
 
 
*gets up to look*
Nope, I can't see past that tall man sitting in front of him. Who the heck is that fellow anyway?
 

<<JULIA: He's waving a blue pompom!!!!*thinks she wishes he was wearing a Cinculum Militaire over a short tunic as well*>>
 
 
That's our Dexter! :)
 
 
<< Why not? They have every reason to be really ecstatic right about now! Here comes Messallina down from her box, sans the kittens, I must mention, to congratulate her driver!>>
 
 
Uh oh! I hope they're not chasing after Cato's driver, those mischievous kitties! LOL
 
 
<<All the Blues are cheering her, too, and rightly so – a wonderful victory!>>


VENETA!!! VENI VIDI VICI!! GO BLUES!!!
 
Wonderful job, Ladies!
*sends smelling salts just in case the sight of so many handsome Celts gets to be a little too much* LOL
 
Vale bene,
 
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Salve Lentule,

You do realize who you are telling that to *laughs* infinity sounds like a nice number:)but I am sure my time will limit it some.
Thank you...

Vale

Julia

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(Hey, I completely understand since I'm the one who posted her answers to two different quizzes onto the ML twice in the same day! ROFL)
 
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<<--- On Thu, 3/4/10, luciaiuliaaquila <dis_pensible@...> wrote:

Avete!

Forgive me my excitement but I tried posting the 3rd race thrice last night and they must be in yahoo's deadzone. Now the warning (of a sort) So should the triplet arrive sometime in the day or in the next few days, you, O citizens of this precious res publica, shall know why!

Valete,

Julia>>





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P. Corva Gaudialis quiritibus sal.

I have been thinking about this issue of whether we in Nova Roma are "a bunch of neo-pagans," and I've been asking myself why that is considered by some to be a distasteful thing.

As far as I'm aware, every last one of us who today venerates the Roman gods in our religious practices is a neo-pagan. I don't think any of us were brought up from childhood in the Religio Romana. None of us grew up knowing its practices. We've had to learn them; we've had to make modern adaptations to how the Romans worshipped--unless anyone these days actually does sacrifice a cock to Aesclepius or expect girls to be admitted into the Vestal Virgins at age nine?

Whether we like it or not, we are all neo-pagans here. Granted, we're doing our best to recreate the ancient Roman religious practices as faithfully as possible, but we will never be able to entirely revive those practices for the simple reason that times have changed. Most of us have full-time jobs, rather than the priesthood being our full-time occupations.

So why is a stigma seemingly attached to the concept of neo-paganism?

Salve amica,

"A mare's hair..." I've been around horses my entire life *laughs* One season I even hotwalked my Uncle's thoroughbreds at Belmont, and I have heard some phrases I will not use *laughs.*

Thank you, I am, we are, truly pleased you have enjoyed our humble offering...

Vale,

Julia

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, Maxima Valeria Messallina <maximavaleriamessallina@...> wrote:
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> CAECA: Salvete, we're back again, fellow citizens and guests, high in the Circus Maximus with a grand view of the track. A refreshing soft breeze is gifting the crushing crowd in the stands. Oh my! The mischievous Aurae lifted a small peacock feather to a swirling delight from one of the many feathered fans in the Senate box!
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>
> Into the 2nd straightaway - Veneta and Russata are changing the lead position - back and forth they go! Praesina is applying the pressure and Albata is on Praesina' s tail into the 3rd turn!
> Oh! Oh! That was close! I thought Praesina was going to sideswipe Russata but the drivers averted disaster by a mare's hair! Albata is coming up fast, and coming out into the 3rd lap in the lead!
> OK, now on the straightaway it's Praesina and Albata, then Russata, pushing their horses for all their worth! Veneta is close behind, and into the last turn!
> They are all bunched together, a tangle of chariots and horse power in a cloud of misty dust! It looks like Albata might be just a nose ahead, and into the last lap! Russata is going all out, with Veneta close behind, but ...here comes Sunburst!
> Look at that green chariot fly! Sunburst passes on the outside at lightning speeds with Albata tucked in right behind him as Praesina clears the way in the final stretch. Could we be looking at a blanket finish!?!
> Albata and Praesina! ...
> With a final splendid effort Praesina in the Sunburst wins!!!!
> Albata is next, then Russata, then Veneta! Looks as though Priscus and the Consul will be running in the semi finals!
>
> JULIA: That was quite an impressive race! The displays of skill and courage by the drivers are worthy of emulation! It's almost too bad some have to be eliminated - I do hope to see each and every one back on the track again. The way those magnificent stout hearted animals performed in this race their hot-walkers will have their jobs cut out for them!
>
> CAECA: Yes, they will, for certain ...but there will be other games, and I'm sure we'll see them again!
>
> JULIA: *gently waves off a server boy's proffer of a cool beverage, a tiny smile curls upon her lips as she rises* I am off to stretch my limbs and mill about to see what sort of mischief I might… avoid.
>
> Narratio resumetur…
> To be continued…>>
>
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>

Ave,

Well I hope to make Caesar laugh more when he reads my parody of him*teases*

Vale,

Julia

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, Maxima Valeria Messallina <maximavaleriamessallina@...> wrote:
>
>
> Well, I don't know about the freudian thing, but you'd have given Caesar a good laugh!
>  
> MVM
>
>
> <<--- On Wed, 3/3/10, luciaiuliaaquila <dis_pensible@...> wrote:
>
> Ave Albuci!
>
> Great Caesar's Ghost! I wonder if I made a freudian slip by mispelling "threat" as treat:)
>
> Vale,
>
> Julia>>
>
>
> >--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogrou ps.com, "luciaiuliaaquila" <dis_pensible@ ...> wrote:
> >
> > Salve good Consul!
> >
> > Congratulations on a race well won!
> > O di immortales! O'er the treat of being beaten [tenderly] with Gothus' whip I will not make the mistake to misspell or mispronounce Luxogenes again!
> > All joking aside...
> > Gratias maximas, Latin corrections are always welcome
> >
> > Vale bene,
> >
> > Julia
>
>
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>

Salve amica,

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "rory12001" <rory12001@...> wrote:
>>>I wish I knew the Latin for cathartic.

It's purgatio - see I am secretly a Latinist *risum* that is a fib, I just looked it up in a Latin dictionary:)

Vale,

Julia

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "rory12001" <rory12001@...> wrote:
>
> Salve Lentule;
> well that was fun & cathartic, sent mine in;-) Brilliant idea. I wish I knew the Latin for cathartic.
> vale
> Maior
>
> --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "luciaiuliaaquila" <dis_pensible@> wrote:
> >
> > Salve Lentule,
> >
> > Oh this sounds like fun... I might do this, and no one will be safe.
> > But I will be nice. *laugh* And it will sparkle - if I can find the time.
> > Is there a page/word limit because this is NR and it could go on forever:)
> >
> > Vale
> >
> > Julia
> >
> >
> >
> > --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "Cn. Cornelius Lentulus" <cn_corn_lent@> wrote:
> > >
> > > EX OFFICIO AEDILIS P. ANNAEI
> > >
> > >
> > > Cn. Lentulus Quiritibus s. p. d.
> > >
> > > Hail, Nova Roma, and your 12 years!
> > >
> > >
> > > Citizens, in the name of aedilis P. Annaeus Constantinus Placidus I salute you, and I proudly open the FIRST Nova Roman Parody Writing Contest!
> > >
> > >
> > > Nova Roman Parody Writing Contest
> > >
> > > In the spirit of joy, friendship, and concord, we should approach each other with a sense of humour in Nova Roma, not only because it is very healthy but also because it decrease the stress, make your lives longer, and finally, makes our community more united: we will be like a family. n Because no one is a mortal enemy of the other in our society: it can't be, it can't happen, it would not make any sense. Let aside the hatred. What you consider terrible maybe it is just funny! On the other end of the spectrum, we love to laugh even at those who we hold dearest, and - even at ourselves. Or if not, we have to learn to laugh at ourselves first, then we will have a chance to take Nova Roman politics easier. A non-malicious laugh at our beloved ones and friends' smaller mistakes and strange habits is nothing more than a sign of mental healthiness, sincere respect, and deeper knowledge of the other.
> > >
> > > Nova Romans, learn to laugh a good!
> > >
> > > Competitors are wanted to teach us how to laugh a big good one at ourselves!
> > >
> > > TOPIC
> > >
> > > The task for the competitors is to write a PARODY or PARODIES about NR-widely famous, well-known Nova Romans, imitating their writing-style, character, habits etc. Anything what a normal parody would indicate in writing.
> > >
> > > You can write a parody either about one Nova Roman or many of them. The genre of the work is optional, it can be either verse or prose, letters or speeches, parodies imitating a chat, or real life conversation, or you can write even a drama.
> > >
> > > RULES
> > >
> > > There is no other rule except that you can't be hurtfully malevolent, aggressive, and offensive with the people about whom you write the parody. The PURPOSE of this game is to bring people together in friendship and hilarity, to try to see each other's faults in a forgiving spirit as excusable ones. Works containing explicit rudeness, evil, hurtful and offensive elements will be excluded from the competition by the jury, and will not be published.
> > >
> > > Remember: the purpose of the game is writing smart, elegant, delightful and sparkling parodies, NOT ridiculing others.
> > >
> > > THE WINNER
> > >
> > > The winner will be selected by a jury composed of people of experienced in literature. The prize will be a Nova Roman proof sestertius for the winner, and the best works will be published.
> > >
> > > DEADLINE
> > >
> > > The 10th of March, 24:00 - Rome Time
> > >
> > > SEND YOUR WORKS TO:
> > >
> > > <cn_corn_lent@>
> > >
> > > PRIVATELY!
> > >
> > > ----------------------------------------
> > > Visit the LUDI NOVI ROMANI PAGE:
> > >
> > > http://www.novaroma.org/nr/Ludi_Novi_Romani/MMDCCLXIII
> > >
> >
>

Ave Messallina!

>*sends smelling salts just in case the sight of so many handsome >Celts gets to
>be a little too much* LOL

Thanks I just may need them, I understand there is a big burly blonde driver - oh for the love of the Venus, maybe ice water would do the trick. Oh and btw, contrary to anything you have heard, that was NOT me at midnight in my garden by the fountain of Venus with a sandy haired Gaul with our bare feet in the wishing pool. It was an illusion because of all the wine drinking at the races - and I am certain it was that big (and very drunk) tall man who blocked Dexter's view because he is the only one who could possibly peer over the garden walls. He was probably looking at a pair of statues, probably Mars and Venus, they are so realistic. Yes! That sounds about right *risum*

Vale,

Julia

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, Maxima Valeria Messallina <maximavaleriamessallina@...> wrote:
>
> <<--- On Thu, 3/4/10, luciaiuliaaquila <dis_pensible@...> wrote:
>
> CAECA: Salvete we're back again, citizens and guests, to bring you the final 2 races! The weather is still absolutely glorious, and, if anything, the Circus is even more crowded! Naturally enough, with 2 entries already in the semi finals, Albata Factio is having a wonderful time, and, from what I've been told, the Consul is keeping the wine flowing freely!
>
> JULIA: I've heard on the wind that the Veneta factio has a surprise for us all should one of their chariots win its first race! Much speculation ripples through the crowds, only time will tell… *a smile blooms upon her face*
>
> CAECA: Dancing girls? fireworks? It's hard to tell, but you can expect the unexpected from that exuberant bunch!>>
>  
>  
> (There's a blue button behind my seat and when I push it, blue confetti rains down all over the Circus Maximus! :) )
>  
> [cut]
>
> <<Down the straightaway, Ala Rubra and Windchaser are almost matched, step for step, and both Factios are going crazy! The crowd is roaring!!!! Volcanus is keeping close, but not pushing it, yet - he will, though - and now the Three Furies is challenging Ala Rubra!
> Going into the first turn, and I think, yes, Ala Rubra has pulled ahead by a nose! Windchaser IV is next, then the Three furies, still hugging that Spina, and then Volcanus!
> There's isn't a length between any of them though, and into the 2nd straightaway they go! Look at the Three Furies! He's just put on a burst of speed, and he's overtaken the leaders, but Windchaser is absolutely irrepressible! Wait ...the 2 drivers are shouting to each other, and laughing! Did Emrys just tell a joke?
>
> JULIA: I'd be willing to wager he did, but I'll ask some friends of mine who speak that language well to find out â€" I dare not try my own feeble use of his language for there is no telling what sort of error I might make! *laughs* I wonder if it's a joke we can use in polite company.>>
>  
>  
> Probably not. LOL
>
>
> <<CAECA: What have they got? I don't believe it! They have great, big blue pompoms! They are waving them, and yelling a cheer!>>
>  
>  
> Yep, that's Veneta! The Bold, Brave and True Factio with the extra fuzzy pom-poms! :)
>  
>  
> << Do you see Dexter????>>
>  
>  
> *gets up to look*
> Nope, I can't see past that tall man sitting in front of him. Who the heck is that fellow anyway?
>  
>
> <<JULIA: He's waving a blue pompom!!!!*thinks she wishes he was wearing a Cinculum Militaire over a short tunic as well*>>
>  
>  
> That's our Dexter! :)
>  
>  
> << Why not? They have every reason to be really ecstatic right about now! Here comes Messallina down from her box, sans the kittens, I must mention, to congratulate her driver!>>
>  
>  
> Uh oh! I hope they're not chasing after Cato's driver, those mischievous kitties! LOL
>  
>  
> <<All the Blues are cheering her, too, and rightly so â€" a wonderful victory!>>
>
>
> VENETA!!! VENI VIDI VICI!! GO BLUES!!!
>  
> Wonderful job, Ladies!
> *sends smelling salts just in case the sight of so many handsome Celts gets to be a little too much* LOL
>  
> Vale bene,
>  
> Maxima Valeria Messallina
>
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>

You midunderstand the way the terminology is applied. Yes we're all "new pagans", but that's not the only meaning or connotation of neopagan. In common parlance neopagan describes a more "liberal" approach to paganism, going so far in some cases as completely throwing out everything except the names of the Gods or Goddesses. Hence you get Wiccatru and "Roman Wicca", and other such abominations. Reconstructionism on the other hand seeks to reconstruct the old faiths, instead of just putting a veneer on top of a thoroughly modern worldview and practice.

Naturally, as you mentioned, there are adaptations that need to happen for some practical purposes. But these should be kept to a bare minimum in reconstructionism and should truly be because of real necessity, not because they happen to not be in keeping with 21st century social mores or make us "feel icky". Otherwise you end up with something that is not the religio at all. You end up being a Christian or atheist or Buddhist or whatever that uses the names of Roman gods in your rituals. You can see this at work very well with some people who become "pagan", yet retain completely the Christian worldview and values vis a vis morality, good and evil, individualism, community, etc.

Cicero

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "aerdensrw" <aerdensrw@...> wrote:
>
> P. Corva Gaudialis quiritibus sal.
>
> I have been thinking about this issue of whether we in Nova Roma are "a bunch of neo-pagans," and I've been asking myself why that is considered by some to be a distasteful thing.
>
> As far as I'm aware, every last one of us who today venerates the Roman gods in our religious practices is a neo-pagan. I don't think any of us were brought up from childhood in the Religio Romana. None of us grew up knowing its practices. We've had to learn them; we've had to make modern adaptations to how the Romans worshipped--unless anyone these days actually does sacrifice a cock to Aesclepius or expect girls to be admitted into the Vestal Virgins at age nine?
>
> Whether we like it or not, we are all neo-pagans here. Granted, we're doing our best to recreate the ancient Roman religious practices as faithfully as possible, but we will never be able to entirely revive those practices for the simple reason that times have changed. Most of us have full-time jobs, rather than the priesthood being our full-time occupations.
>
> So why is a stigma seemingly attached to the concept of neo-paganism?
>

C. Petronius electissimis praeconibus nostris s.p.d.,

> > JULIA: I've heard on the wind that the Veneta factio has a surprise for us all should one of their chariots win its first race! Much speculation

ripples through the crowds, only time will tell… *a smile blooms upon her face*

Hearding on the wind is not polite... :o) A little bird told me.

> >CAECA: Yes, and Cato's chariots always give us good races, too. OK, in the 3rd lane, we have another Veneta entry, this time, Wind Chaser IV, owned by Maxima Valeria Messallina and driven by Emrys of Gaul. I understand that this is a new chariot, and new horses, too!

- Go Blues! Hurry up! Up Blues! Up Blues! Vivat Emrys of Gaul! "VELOCISSIMI VENETI VINCENT."

CAECA: Windchaser wins , but only by a nose, then Volcanus, then Ala Rubra, and 4th is The Three Furies.
I've got to say, though, that you could almost tie one ribbon around all 4 chariots, they are so close together!

- Hip hip hurrah! The Blues won! Veneti Vicerunt! Feliciter Emryso Gallo!

> > CAECA: What have they got? I don't believe it! They have great, big blue pompoms! They are waving them, and yelling a cheer! Do you see Dexter????

- Oh my! I always sit behind this tall man. I am not very visible... among the masses. Senators have the best places, Vestals too sit with the games curator, our aedilis curulis and consuls...

> > JULIA: He's waving a blue pompom!!!!*thinks she wishes he was wearing a Cinculum Militaire over a short tunic as well* Why not?

- I am not wearing cingulum militare now, I watch the races. A time for war, a time for games. ;o) I have a blue tunic under a blue pallium. I left home my toga. And now I put down the blue pompom and I frenetically wave a vaste blue flag! Venetorum vexillum!

> > They have every reason to be really ecstatic right about now! Here comes Messallina down from her box, sans the kittens, I must mention, to congratulate her driver! All the Blues are cheering her, too, and rightly so – a wonderful victory!

Indeed! I agree!

Optime valete.

--
C. Petronius Dexter
Arcoiali scribebat
a.d. IV Non. Mart. P. Memmio K. Fabio II coss.


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And this is exactly why I rarely answer through email and go straight to the ML :) For someone who has had a pc for 11-12 years now I still believe there is magic involved and sometimes a sprite comes along and... does things!

Vale

Julia

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, Maxima Valeria Messallina <maximavaleriamessallina@...> wrote:
>
> Thanks for letting us know. Duly noted.
>  
> (Hey, I completely understand since I'm the one who posted her answers to two different quizzes onto the ML twice in the same day! ROFL)
>  
> MVM
>
>
> <<--- On Thu, 3/4/10, luciaiuliaaquila <dis_pensible@...> wrote:
>
> Avete!
>
> Forgive me my excitement but I tried posting the 3rd race thrice last night and they must be in yahoo's deadzone. Now the warning (of a sort) So should the triplet arrive sometime in the day or in the next few days, you, O citizens of this precious res publica, shall know why!
>
> Valete,
>
> Julia>>
>
>
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>

The wikipedia entry on reconstructionism covers some of the issues nicely:

"...econstructionists may choose to reject the terms "Pagan" and "Neopagan" in order to distance themselves from aspects of popular Neopaganism, such as eclecticism, cultural appropriation, the practice of magic, and a tendency to conduct rituals within a Wiccan-derived format, that they find irrelevant or even inimical to their religious practice."

and

"Linzie (2004) enumerates the difference between reconstructionist Neopaganism and "classical" Neogapanism as found in eigtheenth to mid 2twentieth century movements (including Germanic mysticism, early Neodruidism and Wicca) as follows:

1. There is no attempt to recreate a combined pan-European paganism.
2. Researchers attempt to stay within research guidelines developed over the course of the past century for handling documentation generated in the time periods that they are studying.
3. A multi-disciplinary approach is utilized capitalizing on results from various fields as historical literary research, anthropology, religious history, political history, archeology, forensic anthropology, historical sociology, etc. with an overt attempt to avoid pseudo-sciences.
4. There are serious attempts to recreate culture, politics, science and art of the period in order to better understand the environment within which the religious beliefs were practiced."

- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polytheistic_reconstructionism

Cicero

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "aerdensrw" <aerdensrw@...> wrote:
>
> P. Corva Gaudialis quiritibus sal.
>
> I have been thinking about this issue of whether we in Nova Roma are "a bunch of neo-pagans," and I've been asking myself why that is considered by some to be a distasteful thing.
>
> As far as I'm aware, every last one of us who today venerates the Roman gods in our religious practices is a neo-pagan. I don't think any of us were brought up from childhood in the Religio Romana. None of us grew up knowing its practices. We've had to learn them; we've had to make modern adaptations to how the Romans worshipped--unless anyone these days actually does sacrifice a cock to Aesclepius or expect girls to be admitted into the Vestal Virgins at age nine?
>
> Whether we like it or not, we are all neo-pagans here. Granted, we're doing our best to recreate the ancient Roman religious practices as faithfully as possible, but we will never be able to entirely revive those practices for the simple reason that times have changed. Most of us have full-time jobs, rather than the priesthood being our full-time occupations.
>
> So why is a stigma seemingly attached to the concept of neo-paganism?
>

Iulia Corvae omnibusque S.P.D.

I, and my famiglia, have never referred to ourselves as pagani, nor will we. I am not a pagan or neo-pagan, never have been and never will be. I am not a "country dweller," :) I am not to be labeled by Yahwists. My beliefs and customs, sacra privata (et publica), although similar to the ancient Religio, are somewhat syncretic of many centuries of my bloodline(s) evolving ancient traditions.
Even Augustine was heavily influenced by Plato and Plotinus and Thomas Aquinas by Aristotle.
Like Thomas Merton, a Roman Catholic Trappist Monk who practiced meditative techniques he learned from ancient orders of Buddhist (Tibetan, Zen etc), syncretizing those techniques, and even some tenets of their philosophy, without changing his core beliefs, my famiglia also evolved through syncretism in our sacra, although we are not Yahwists.
This is not "neo." Nor is it Pagan.
Nor would I want to be lumped in with the multitude of beliefs that are under the label Pagan, most of which I have little to nothing in common. At least Christians, do have the Christos in common although I do know that many Catholics, Episcopalians, Presbyterians and Lutherans do strive to use their proper affiliation because, they too, do not wish to be associated with some of the fundamentalists sects.
If I must have a "label" I prefer one that distinguishes my beliefs and customs and therefore I am Gentiles Romani.

This might turn out to be a very interesting discussion amica.

Bene valé et valéte in pacem deorum

Julia
Sacerdos Veneris Genetrics

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "aerdensrw" <aerdensrw@...> wrote:
>
> P. Corva Gaudialis quiritibus sal.
>
> I have been thinking about this issue of whether we in Nova Roma are "a bunch of neo-pagans," and I've been asking myself why that is considered by some to be a distasteful thing.
>
> As far as I'm aware, every last one of us who today venerates the Roman gods in our religious practices is a neo-pagan. I don't think any of us were brought up from childhood in the Religio Romana. None of us grew up knowing its practices. We've had to learn them; we've had to make modern adaptations to how the Romans worshipped--unless anyone these days actually does sacrifice a cock to Aesclepius or expect girls to be admitted into the Vestal Virgins at age nine?
>
> Whether we like it or not, we are all neo-pagans here. Granted, we're doing our best to recreate the ancient Roman religious practices as faithfully as possible, but we will never be able to entirely revive those practices for the simple reason that times have changed. Most of us have full-time jobs, rather than the priesthood being our full-time occupations.
>
> So why is a stigma seemingly attached to the concept of neo-paganism?
>

Salvete!

And I hope to amuse somewhat with a vision of the Nova Roman Senate in all its glory.

Valete!

Carto

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "luciaiuliaaquila" <dis_pensible@...> wrote:
>
> Ave,
>
> Well I hope to make Caesar laugh more when he reads my parody of him*teases*
>
> Vale,
>
> Julia
>
> --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, Maxima Valeria Messallina <maximavaleriamessallina@> wrote:
> >
> >
> > Well, I don't know about the freudian thing, but you'd have given Caesar a good laugh!
> >  
> > MVM
> >
> >
> > <<--- On Wed, 3/3/10, luciaiuliaaquila <dis_pensible@> wrote:
> >
> > Ave Albuci!
> >
> > Great Caesar's Ghost! I wonder if I made a freudian slip by mispelling "threat" as treat:)
> >
> > Vale,
> >
> > Julia>>
> >
> >
> > >--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogrou ps.com, "luciaiuliaaquila" <dis_pensible@ ...> wrote:
> > >
> > > Salve good Consul!
> > >
> > > Congratulations on a race well won!
> > > O di immortales! O'er the treat of being beaten [tenderly] with Gothus' whip I will not make the mistake to misspell or mispronounce Luxogenes again!
> > > All joking aside...
> > > Gratias maximas, Latin corrections are always welcome
> > >
> > > Vale bene,
> > >
> > > Julia
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> >
>

Salve Petroni!

> electissimis praeconibus nostris

Does this mean "our elected reporters"?

>
> Hearding on the wind is not polite... :o) A little bird told me.

Not my fault! I cannot help it if winged nymphs and erotes whisper in my ear *laughs* I am also so pleased that you also can undestand the language of birds!

> - Oh my! I always sit behind this tall man. I am not very visible... among the masses.

But you must remember we are sitting up on high in our box and we see all, know all *teases*

> - I am not wearing cingulum militare now, I watch the races. A time for war, a time for games. ;o)

I am not even going there for fear i will be stripped of my priesthood.;)

>I have a blue tunic under a blue pallium. I left home my toga.

Thank you carissime for the visual~


Vale bene, vale bene,

Julia

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "Gaius Petronius Dexter" <jfarnoud94@...> wrote:
>
> C. Petronius electissimis praeconibus nostris s.p.d.,
>
> > > JULIA: I've heard on the wind that the Veneta factio has a surprise for us all should one of their chariots win its first race! Much speculation
> ripples through the crowds, only time will tell… *a smile blooms upon her face*
>
> Hearding on the wind is not polite... :o) A little bird told me.
>
> > >CAECA: Yes, and Cato's chariots always give us good races, too. OK, in the 3rd lane, we have another Veneta entry, this time, Wind Chaser IV, owned by Maxima Valeria Messallina and driven by Emrys of Gaul. I understand that this is a new chariot, and new horses, too!
>
> - Go Blues! Hurry up! Up Blues! Up Blues! Vivat Emrys of Gaul! "VELOCISSIMI VENETI VINCENT."
>
> CAECA: Windchaser wins , but only by a nose, then Volcanus, then Ala Rubra, and 4th is The Three Furies.
> I've got to say, though, that you could almost tie one ribbon around all 4 chariots, they are so close together!
>
> - Hip hip hurrah! The Blues won! Veneti Vicerunt! Feliciter Emryso Gallo!
>
> > > CAECA: What have they got? I don't believe it! They have great, big blue pompoms! They are waving them, and yelling a cheer! Do you see Dexter????
>
> - Oh my! I always sit behind this tall man. I am not very visible... among the masses. Senators have the best places, Vestals too sit with the games curator, our aedilis curulis and consuls...
>
> > > JULIA: He's waving a blue pompom!!!!*thinks she wishes he was wearing a Cinculum Militaire over a short tunic as well* Why not?
>
> - I am not wearing cingulum militare now, I watch the races. A time for war, a time for games. ;o) I have a blue tunic under a blue pallium. I left home my toga. And now I put down the blue pompom and I frenetically wave a vaste blue flag! Venetorum vexillum!
>
> > > They have every reason to be really ecstatic right about now! Here comes Messallina down from her box, sans the kittens, I must mention, to congratulate her driver! All the Blues are cheering her, too, and rightly so â€" a wonderful victory!
>
> Indeed! I agree!
>
> Optime valete.
>
> --
> C. Petronius Dexter
> Arcoiali scribebat
> a.d. IV Non. Mart. P. Memmio K. Fabio II coss.
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>

Cn. Lentulus Quiritibus sal.

This is Day 4 of the Ludi Novi Romani, so the focus of my questions will be Year 5 of Nova Roma.

Until this point nobody except Ti. Galerius Paulinus answered questions, therefore, again, all previous questions are asked again, together with today's ones.

CITIZENS!

Come on, participate in the Nova Roma History Quiz! Do you want I declare Ti. Paulinus THE WINNER? As the only citizen who knows our NR past?

He seems exactly so!

Learn to know your republic, Quirites, if you have Nova Roma at your heart!


THE QUESTIONS (Day 1, 2, 3, 4)

Do not forget, you can answer questions of day 1, 2 and 3, too!


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QUESTIONS - DAY 4 - YEAR 4

Q7. In the 4th year of our republic (2754 AUC / 2001 CE), a prominent citizen who had the honour having the citizen ID # 1, renounced his citizenship. Who was he, by his full Roman name?

Q8. The third year of our State saw the reconstruction of the Roman social system of distinguishing capite censi and assidui. Tell us the name of the law, and of the person who introduced it.

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QUESTIONS - DAY 3 - YEAR 3

Q5. Name 3 Nova Roman provinces established in the Third Year of Nova Roma, 2753 AUC / 2000 CE.

Q6. We had a female quaestor (quaestrix) in that year, serving in her third term in the same office. Who was she?

------------ --------- --------- --------- --------- --------- -
QUESTIONS - DAY 2 - YEAR 2

Q3. What was the most memorable event in 2752 AUC?

Q4. Name 3 citizens who received Nova Roman citizenship in Year Two, and are still within the republic as citizens.

------------ --------- --------- --------- --------- --------- -
QUESTIONS - DAY 1 - YEAR 1

Q1. What was the address of the original mailing list of Nova Roma, settled in the First Year, 2750 AUC?

Q2. What was the exact date of the declaring of our (limited) sovereignty?
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RULES OF THE NOVA ROMAN HISTORY QUIZ:

See:

http://novaroma. org/nr/Ludi_ Novi_Romani/ MMDCCLXIII

Each day for the next twelve days one or two questions will be posted that relate to the history of Nova Roma, exactly to that year of Nova Roma which equals to the number of the day of the Ludi Novi Romani, and the day of March.

So at the first day of the Ludi Novi Romani, there will be two questions about the first year of Nova Roma.

1. Each correct answer is worth 1 point.
An extra point may be awarded for an especially detailed and
excellent answer.
2. Answers are to be sent to my e-mail address <cn_corn_lent@ yahoo.it> within 24 hours after the posting of the questions.

3. My decision is final in interpreting what is and
what isn't a correct answer.

------------ --------- --------- --------- --------- --
Visit the the Ludi Novi Romani page:

http://novaroma. org/nr/Ludi_ Novi_Romani/ MMDCCLXIII

Salve Catoni!

>And I hope to amuse somewhat with a vision of the Nova Roman Senate in all its glory.

I have not forgotten about you either:)! Nor the Senate. Maybe we should collaborate in teams - and not teams comprised of friends only but of those who tend to disagree at times.

Vale optime

Julia

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "Cato" <catoinnyc@...> wrote:
>
> Salvete!
>
> And I hope to amuse somewhat with a vision of the Nova Roman Senate in all its glory.
>
> Valete!
>
> Carto
>
>
>
> --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "luciaiuliaaquila" <dis_pensible@> wrote:
> >
> > Ave,
> >
> > Well I hope to make Caesar laugh more when he reads my parody of him*teases*
> >
> > Vale,
> >
> > Julia
> >
> > --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, Maxima Valeria Messallina <maximavaleriamessallina@> wrote:
> > >
> > >
> > > Well, I don't know about the freudian thing, but you'd have given Caesar a good laugh!
> > >  
> > > MVM
> > >
> > >
> > > <<--- On Wed, 3/3/10, luciaiuliaaquila <dis_pensible@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Ave Albuci!
> > >
> > > Great Caesar's Ghost! I wonder if I made a freudian slip by mispelling "threat" as treat:)
> > >
> > > Vale,
> > >
> > > Julia>>
> > >
> > >
> > > >--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogrou ps.com, "luciaiuliaaquila" <dis_pensible@ ...> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Salve good Consul!
> > > >
> > > > Congratulations on a race well won!
> > > > O di immortales! O'er the treat of being beaten [tenderly] with Gothus' whip I will not make the mistake to misspell or mispronounce Luxogenes again!
> > > > All joking aside...
> > > > Gratias maximas, Latin corrections are always welcome
> > > >
> > > > Vale bene,
> > > >
> > > > Julia
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> > >
> >
>

My apologies for the mistakes in this message:



once I wrote 5 instead of 4, and in the Question 8 I wrote "third" instead of "fourth".


--- Gio 4/3/10, Cn. Cornelius Lentulus <cn_corn_lent@...> ha scritto:









 









Cn. Lentulus Quiritibus sal.



This is Day 4 of the Ludi Novi Romani, so the focus of my questions will be Year 5 of Nova Roma.



Until this point nobody except Ti. Galerius Paulinus answered questions, therefore, again, all previous questions are asked again, together with today's ones.



CITIZENS!



Come on, participate in the Nova Roma History Quiz! Do you want I declare Ti. Paulinus THE WINNER? As the only citizen who knows our NR past?



He seems exactly so!



Learn to know your republic, Quirites, if you have Nova Roma at your heart!



THE QUESTIONS (Day 1, 2, 3, 4)



Do not forget, you can answer questions of day 1, 2 and 3, too!



------------ --------- --------- --------- --------- --------- -

QUESTIONS - DAY 4 - YEAR 4



Q7. In the 4th year of our republic (2754 AUC / 2001 CE), a prominent citizen who had the honour having the citizen ID # 1, renounced his citizenship. Who was he, by his full Roman name?



Q8. The third year of our State saw the reconstruction of the Roman social system of distinguishing capite censi and assidui. Tell us the name of the law, and of the person who introduced it.



------------ --------- --------- --------- --------- --------- -

QUESTIONS - DAY 3 - YEAR 3



Q5. Name 3 Nova Roman provinces established in the Third Year of Nova Roma, 2753 AUC / 2000 CE.



Q6. We had a female quaestor (quaestrix) in that year, serving in her third term in the same office. Who was she?



------------ --------- --------- --------- --------- --------- -

QUESTIONS - DAY 2 - YEAR 2



Q3. What was the most memorable event in 2752 AUC?



Q4. Name 3 citizens who received Nova Roman citizenship in Year Two, and are still within the republic as citizens.



------------ --------- --------- --------- --------- --------- -

QUESTIONS - DAY 1 - YEAR 1



Q1. What was the address of the original mailing list of Nova Roma, settled in the First Year, 2750 AUC?



Q2. What was the exact date of the declaring of our (limited) sovereignty?

------------ --------- --------- --------- --------- --------- -



RULES OF THE NOVA ROMAN HISTORY QUIZ:



See:



http://novaroma. org/nr/Ludi_ Novi_Romani/ MMDCCLXIII



Each day for the next twelve days one or two questions will be posted that relate to the history of Nova Roma, exactly to that year of Nova Roma which equals to the number of the day of the Ludi Novi Romani, and the day of March.



So at the first day of the Ludi Novi Romani, there will be two questions about the first year of Nova Roma.



1. Each correct answer is worth 1 point.

An extra point may be awarded for an especially detailed and

excellent answer.

2. Answers are to be sent to my e-mail address <cn_corn_lent@ yahoo.it> within 24 hours after the posting of the questions.



3. My decision is final in interpreting what is and

what isn't a correct answer.



------------ --------- --------- --------- --------- --

Visit the the Ludi Novi Romani page:



http://novaroma. org/nr/Ludi_ Novi_Romani/ MMDCCLXIII

























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Lentulus--You performed a beautiful and moving Concordialia ritual. Thank you and Livia Plauta so much for making it possible and for providing the liba etc. for the altar. I enjoyed the photographs. :)

Paulla Corva

Cn. Lentulus pontifex Quiritibus sal.

During the 12 days of the Ludi Novi Romani, we commemorate about the 12 years of Nova Roma, and each day we honour one of the 12 Olympic Gods, the Di Consentes.

After Mars, Vesta and Ceres, our meditations and prayers turn to the mighty and wonderful Goddess Venus, mother of the Roman race, we salute Venus in the month of Mars.

Venus and Mars, Mars and Venus: the perfect synthesis, their true nature: and Concordia is born... can you continue?...







Visit and read, and if you can, expand this article:

http://novaroma.org/nr/Venus

VIVAT NOVA ROMA ANNORUM XII
---------------------------------

THE LUDI NOVI ROMANI OFFICIAL PAGE:
http://novaroma.org/nr/Ludi_Novi_Romani/MMDCCLXIII

Salve Corva et omnes;
great topic
Julia Aquila and I know Picinus the PM come from polytheist Italian family lineages.

Where I live in the U.S. there was a lot of immigration and there are a ton of Indian, Burmese, Thai, Chinese temples and plenty of polytheistic worshippers who are my friends.. And there are American Indians who have always been polytheist.

So that leaves the big three:) well Christianity with it's handy 3-in 1 god, Mary the dea christianorum and the saint cults are obviously polytheist, no matter what theologians try to imagine.

Judaisim, well I just finished William Dever's "Did God have a Wife" [he's a biblical archeologist] and from all the archeological finds, the ancient Israelites worshipped the goddess Asherah vigorously. The Yahwist faction tried to stamp it out, but as Raphael Patai pointed out and Dever agrees the Zohar is filled with goddess imagery, Sophia as wisdom, Sabbath a Bride of god etc....

Islam: allahist/Elist who cares. There were goddeses Allat and Al Uzza in the ka'aba. The Allah faction tried to stamp it out. But we have today the big vereration of Fatima as Virgin, shades of Cybele, worship of miraculous saints, amulets 'hands of Fatima' which are pre-Islamic.

So even monotheisms aren't really pure as "Folk Religion" - what people actually do! is just naturally polytheistic:)

As for magic, of course it is part of reconstructionism, that's what people did. Periodically there is an attempt in Nova Roma to eliminate or diminish women in reconstructing the religio, we dealt with that, reforming the CP. Moving on:)
optime vale
Maior

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "luciaiuliaaquila" <dis_pensible@...> wrote:
>
> Iulia Corvae omnibusque S.P.D.
>
> I, and my famiglia, have never referred to ourselves as pagani, nor will we. I am not a pagan or neo-pagan, never have been and never will be. I am not a "country dweller," :) I am not to be labeled by Yahwists. My beliefs and customs, sacra privata (et publica), although similar to the ancient Religio, are somewhat syncretic of many centuries of my bloodline(s) evolving ancient traditions.
> Even Augustine was heavily influenced by Plato and Plotinus and Thomas Aquinas by Aristotle.
> Like Thomas Merton, a Roman Catholic Trappist Monk who practiced meditative techniques he learned from ancient orders of Buddhist (Tibetan, Zen etc), syncretizing those techniques, and even some tenets of their philosophy, without changing his core beliefs, my famiglia also evolved through syncretism in our sacra, although we are not Yahwists.
> This is not "neo." Nor is it Pagan.
> Nor would I want to be lumped in with the multitude of beliefs that are under the label Pagan, most of which I have little to nothing in common. At least Christians, do have the Christos in common although I do know that many Catholics, Episcopalians, Presbyterians and Lutherans do strive to use their proper affiliation because, they too, do not wish to be associated with some of the fundamentalists sects.
> If I must have a "label" I prefer one that distinguishes my beliefs and customs and therefore I am Gentiles Romani.
>
> This might turn out to be a very interesting discussion amica.
>
> Bene valé et valéte in pacem deorum
>
> Julia
> Sacerdos Veneris Genetrics
>
>
>
> --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "aerdensrw" <aerdensrw@> wrote:
> >
> > P. Corva Gaudialis quiritibus sal.
> >
> > I have been thinking about this issue of whether we in Nova Roma are "a bunch of neo-pagans," and I've been asking myself why that is considered by some to be a distasteful thing.
> >
> > As far as I'm aware, every last one of us who today venerates the Roman gods in our religious practices is a neo-pagan. I don't think any of us were brought up from childhood in the Religio Romana. None of us grew up knowing its practices. We've had to learn them; we've had to make modern adaptations to how the Romans worshipped--unless anyone these days actually does sacrifice a cock to Aesclepius or expect girls to be admitted into the Vestal Virgins at age nine?
> >
> > Whether we like it or not, we are all neo-pagans here. Granted, we're doing our best to recreate the ancient Roman religious practices as faithfully as possible, but we will never be able to entirely revive those practices for the simple reason that times have changed. Most of us have full-time jobs, rather than the priesthood being our full-time occupations.
> >
> > So why is a stigma seemingly attached to the concept of neo-paganism?
> >
>

Salvate Omnes;

I want to thank those of you who have expressed sympathy and
condolence in this transitional period of my life.

My family and I are doing better than most, I believe, in accepting
that dad has gone on to his new adventure.

Mom had a rough patch Tuesday night. My sister Anne and I got her
(with the help of our town EMT's) to the hospital for a check-out:
fatigue, stress, dehydration and a bad chest cold...she "hit the
wall."

My dad passed at home, in a comfy chair with his wife and partner of
almost 54 years (my mom Jean) by his side and his eldest son (ME =) a
few steps away. It was an end to him not being the one taking care of
others...there are no regrets. He taught me that "woulda," "shoulda,"
and "coulda" are the three most toxic words in the English language.

Heck, I think think he passed on when he did to make it easier on
everyone, as we were gathering for his birthday anyhow.

Here's the full eulogy I spoke at his Funeral Mass, which began 10 AM,
1 March, 2010.

[One thing I did not say; he was a man of deep faith in the Holy as he
saw It, which is Roman Catholic in worldview. He was devout, but he
accepted (not merely tolerated) that folks, including his children,
believed different. He told me so.]

--------------------------------------------------------------

I try to understand the world around me and do a lot of my thinking by
writing poetry.

In trying to understand my dad's life as an example of a worthwhile
life, I wrote the following, and a few other observations.

[Tell me, Show me...an elegy...February 2010, Steven P Robinson]

You can tell a man, but not too much,
Unless he is ready to hear.
You can show a man, but not too much,
Unless he is ready to see.

This is the way the wide world turns,
Between the skies and the waters;
That some will live their life in full,
And others will merely survive.

How does one live a worthy life,
And craft strong Fate and gain good Luck?
How does one know a worthy life,
And speak true words for common good?

It starts at birth in Family,
To parents dear, who'll raise you up,
To learn and grow, to know your Folk,
To find a way to better self.

Among the things from Kin and Kith,
Which shape the thoughts we have of world,
We gain beliefs and points of view,
Which shape the way we face each day.

And as we grow from Childhood,
To Youth, to Teen and then Adult,
We gain more thoughts from wider world,
To goad the mind, become more whole.

But roots we have from Kin and Kith,
They'll hold us fast, if we hold on,
To good, true ways with wisdom's strength,
Take care of those we know and love.

Take hold, take care, be strong, be true,
To learn and think, to speak and do,
In this we'll gain, build up good Name,
For this is heart of worthy life.

And at the end of all our years,
When we tread on that Final Walk,
And stand before our Holy Ones,
Upright and proud, as well we should.

You can tell a man, but not too much,
Unless he is ready to hear.
You can show a man, but not too much,
Unless he is ready to see.

My dad was not a survivor, he lived life in full.

He was his own man, who did right by family, friends and community.

He was proud, but not prideful.

He was private, but shared of himself.

He wanted stability, but accepted difference.

He was reserved, but trusted.

He loved words, but wasn't wordy.

He was wealthy in the things that matter most.

I am proud to be his son and did well enough to earn his pride in me.

He always seemed to have a plan, and always left on time.

Dad, thanks for stopping by...

(and as I passed his casket on the way back to my seat, I paused,
placed my hand over him and said...)

So long, Old Scout, you can walk in the woods whenever you want now...

=====================================
In amicitia et fide
Publius Ullerius Stephanus Venator
Civis circa Quintilis MMDCCLI a.u.c.
alias
Steven P Robinson, son of Stewart

Salve Julia;
purgatio, now that is a great word. gratias tibi ago, I'd love to see what Dexter could write - in latin too. Oh he'd be excorciating. I had a lot of fun, writing mine.
vale
Maior

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "luciaiuliaaquila" <dis_pensible@...> wrote:
>
> Salve amica,
>
> --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "rory12001" <rory12001@> wrote:
> >>>I wish I knew the Latin for cathartic.
>
> It's purgatio - see I am secretly a Latinist *risum* that is a fib, I just looked it up in a Latin dictionary:)
>
> Vale,
>
> Julia
>
> --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "rory12001" <rory12001@> wrote:
> >
> > Salve Lentule;
> > well that was fun & cathartic, sent mine in;-) Brilliant idea. I wish I knew the Latin for cathartic.
> > vale
> > Maior
> >
> > --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "luciaiuliaaquila" <dis_pensible@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Salve Lentule,
> > >
> > > Oh this sounds like fun... I might do this, and no one will be safe.
> > > But I will be nice. *laugh* And it will sparkle - if I can find the time.
> > > Is there a page/word limit because this is NR and it could go on forever:)
> > >
> > > Vale
> > >
> > > Julia
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "Cn. Cornelius Lentulus" <cn_corn_lent@> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > EX OFFICIO AEDILIS P. ANNAEI
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > Cn. Lentulus Quiritibus s. p. d.
> > > >
> > > > Hail, Nova Roma, and your 12 years!
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > Citizens, in the name of aedilis P. Annaeus Constantinus Placidus I salute you, and I proudly open the FIRST Nova Roman Parody Writing Contest!
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > Nova Roman Parody Writing Contest
> > > >
> > > > In the spirit of joy, friendship, and concord, we should approach each other with a sense of humour in Nova Roma, not only because it is very healthy but also because it decrease the stress, make your lives longer, and finally, makes our community more united: we will be like a family. n Because no one is a mortal enemy of the other in our society: it can't be, it can't happen, it would not make any sense. Let aside the hatred. What you consider terrible maybe it is just funny! On the other end of the spectrum, we love to laugh even at those who we hold dearest, and - even at ourselves. Or if not, we have to learn to laugh at ourselves first, then we will have a chance to take Nova Roman politics easier. A non-malicious laugh at our beloved ones and friends' smaller mistakes and strange habits is nothing more than a sign of mental healthiness, sincere respect, and deeper knowledge of the other.
> > > >
> > > > Nova Romans, learn to laugh a good!
> > > >
> > > > Competitors are wanted to teach us how to laugh a big good one at ourselves!
> > > >
> > > > TOPIC
> > > >
> > > > The task for the competitors is to write a PARODY or PARODIES about NR-widely famous, well-known Nova Romans, imitating their writing-style, character, habits etc. Anything what a normal parody would indicate in writing.
> > > >
> > > > You can write a parody either about one Nova Roman or many of them. The genre of the work is optional, it can be either verse or prose, letters or speeches, parodies imitating a chat, or real life conversation, or you can write even a drama.
> > > >
> > > > RULES
> > > >
> > > > There is no other rule except that you can't be hurtfully malevolent, aggressive, and offensive with the people about whom you write the parody. The PURPOSE of this game is to bring people together in friendship and hilarity, to try to see each other's faults in a forgiving spirit as excusable ones. Works containing explicit rudeness, evil, hurtful and offensive elements will be excluded from the competition by the jury, and will not be published.
> > > >
> > > > Remember: the purpose of the game is writing smart, elegant, delightful and sparkling parodies, NOT ridiculing others.
> > > >
> > > > THE WINNER
> > > >
> > > > The winner will be selected by a jury composed of people of experienced in literature. The prize will be a Nova Roman proof sestertius for the winner, and the best works will be published.
> > > >
> > > > DEADLINE
> > > >
> > > > The 10th of March, 24:00 - Rome Time
> > > >
> > > > SEND YOUR WORKS TO:
> > > >
> > > > <cn_corn_lent@>
> > > >
> > > > PRIVATELY!
> > > >
> > > > ----------------------------------------
> > > > Visit the LUDI NOVI ROMANI PAGE:
> > > >
> > > > http://www.novaroma.org/nr/Ludi_Novi_Romani/MMDCCLXIII
> > > >
> > >
> >
>

Caeca Messallinae sal,

um ...actually ...that happens to be bright *blue* glue ...and it attracts other *blue* things ...like *blue* chariots, with *blue* wheels ...and the white chariots' drives wave as they pass *blue* by! (grin).

Caeca

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Aeterniae Lentulo sal,

I've decided to attempt to write a submission, if time allows... This looks
fun...

Vale,
Aeternia

>

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>
>
> A. Tullia Scholastica L. Juliae Aquilae quiritibus, sociis, peregrinisque
> bonae voluntatis S.P.D.
>
>
> Avete!
>
> Forgive me my excitement but I tried posting the 3rd race thrice last night
> and they must be in yahoo's deadzone.
>
> ATS: It took over an hour for my vote to get to the Senate list. Maybe
> they hand-delivered it. They are doing maintenance on the search function,
> having previously removed the forwarding button, so maybe we can blame
> that...but I have noticed that some messages are missing.
>
>
> Now the warning (of a sort) So should the triplet arrive sometime in the day
> or in the next few days, you, O citizens of this precious res publica, shall
> know why!
>
> ATS: Situation normal... All fouled up.
>
> Valete,
>
> Julia
>
> Vale, et valete.
>
>
>

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Caeca Messallinae omnibusque sal,

I'm very much afraid that I've gone way beyond what smelling salts would help! And ...my apologies to Sabinus the younger ...I assure you, I just misread your name, nothing more. I do play with words ...but I do *try* to at least get the names right!

Valete bene,
Caeca

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Cato Iuliae Aquilae sal.

Sorry I haven't responded til now; I just found out that I have a cracked rib and even breathing is painful. I hope to be on pain-killers soon.

You know, that might actually be interesting. I've already submitted one bit to Lentulus, but I'm sure we could come up with something...

Vale,

Cato

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "luciaiuliaaquila" <dis_pensible@...> wrote:
>
> Salve Catoni!
>
> >And I hope to amuse somewhat with a vision of the Nova Roman Senate in all its glory.
>
> I have not forgotten about you either:)! Nor the Senate. Maybe we should collaborate in teams - and not teams comprised of friends only but of those who tend to disagree at times.
>
> Vale optime
>
> Julia
>
>
> --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "Cato" <catoinnyc@> wrote:
> >
> > Salvete!
> >
> > And I hope to amuse somewhat with a vision of the Nova Roman Senate in all its glory.
> >
> > Valete!
> >
> > Carto
> >
> >
> >
> > --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "luciaiuliaaquila" <dis_pensible@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Ave,
> > >
> > > Well I hope to make Caesar laugh more when he reads my parody of him*teases*
> > >
> > > Vale,
> > >
> > > Julia
> > >
> > > --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, Maxima Valeria Messallina <maximavaleriamessallina@> wrote:
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > Well, I don't know about the freudian thing, but you'd have given Caesar a good laugh!
> > > >  
> > > > MVM
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > <<--- On Wed, 3/3/10, luciaiuliaaquila <dis_pensible@> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Ave Albuci!
> > > >
> > > > Great Caesar's Ghost! I wonder if I made a freudian slip by mispelling "threat" as treat:)
> > > >
> > > > Vale,
> > > >
> > > > Julia>>
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > >--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogrou ps.com, "luciaiuliaaquila" <dis_pensible@ ...> wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > > Salve good Consul!
> > > > >
> > > > > Congratulations on a race well won!
> > > > > O di immortales! O'er the treat of being beaten [tenderly] with Gothus' whip I will not make the mistake to misspell or mispronounce Luxogenes again!
> > > > > All joking aside...
> > > > > Gratias maximas, Latin corrections are always welcome
> > > > >
> > > > > Vale bene,
> > > > >
> > > > > Julia
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> > > >
> > >
> >
>

Aeterniae Catoni sal.

Speedy recovery and best wishes sent.

vale,
Aeternia

On Thu, Mar 4, 2010 at 6:26 PM, Cato <catoinnyc@...> wrote:

>
>
> Cato Iuliae Aquilae sal.
>
> Sorry I haven't responded til now; I just found out that I have a cracked
> rib and even breathing is painful. I hope to be on pain-killers soon.
>
> You know, that might actually be interesting. I've already submitted one
> bit to Lentulus, but I'm sure we could come up with something...
>
> Vale,
>
> Cato
>
>
> --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com <Nova-Roma%40yahoogroups.com>,
> "luciaiuliaaquila" <dis_pensible@...> wrote:
> >
> > Salve Catoni!
> >
> > >And I hope to amuse somewhat with a vision of the Nova Roman Senate in
> all its glory.
> >
> > I have not forgotten about you either:)! Nor the Senate. Maybe we should
> collaborate in teams - and not teams comprised of friends only but of those
> who tend to disagree at times.
> >
> > Vale optime
> >
> > Julia
> >
> >
> > --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com <Nova-Roma%40yahoogroups.com>, "Cato"
> <catoinnyc@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Salvete!
> > >
> > > And I hope to amuse somewhat with a vision of the Nova Roman Senate in
> all its glory.
> > >
> > > Valete!
> > >
> > > Carto
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com <Nova-Roma%40yahoogroups.com>,
> "luciaiuliaaquila" <dis_pensible@> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Ave,
> > > >
> > > > Well I hope to make Caesar laugh more when he reads my parody of
> him*teases*
> > > >
> > > > Vale,
> > > >
> > > > Julia
> > > >
> > > > --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com <Nova-Roma%40yahoogroups.com>,
> Maxima Valeria Messallina <maximavaleriamessallina@> wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > Well, I don't know about the freudian thing, but you'd have given
> Caesar a good laugh!
> > > > >
> > > > > MVM
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > <<--- On Wed, 3/3/10, luciaiuliaaquila <dis_pensible@> wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > > Ave Albuci!
> > > > >
> > > > > Great Caesar's Ghost! I wonder if I made a freudian slip by
> mispelling "threat" as treat:)
> > > > >
> > > > > Vale,
> > > > >
> > > > > Julia>>
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > >--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogrou ps.com, "luciaiuliaaquila"
> <dis_pensible@ ...> wrote:
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Salve good Consul!
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Congratulations on a race well won!
> > > > > > O di immortales! O'er the treat of being beaten [tenderly] with
> Gothus' whip I will not make the mistake to misspell or mispronounce
> Luxogenes again!
> > > > > > All joking aside...
> > > > > > Gratias maximas, Latin corrections are always welcome
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Vale bene,
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Julia
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
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> > > > >
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Caeca Catoni sal,

ouch! I know about broken ribs ...and pain killer, in such cases, is a *very* good thing! I'd say I hope they mend quickly, but ribs mend ...when they mend. Hope you get good uh pharmaceuticals for that!

vale bene,
C. Maria Caeca, who suspects Yahoo is holding the race IV report hostage!

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Salvete omnes,

Salve Venus Genetrix, Verticordia, Alma et Amica! Aurea, Deprecatrix et Bellatrix! Caelestis, Libitina - spumis est Dea dicta maris !
Felix, Obsequens, Calliplocamos, Callipygis, Nupta Diis, Compluta Cupidinibus, Compluta Votis, Susurratrix, Victrix!
Huc ades, anima laeta veni, Mater Venus!

Hail, Venus!, Giver of Life! O Changer of Hearts, Kindly Nurturer and Companion! O Golden One, Intercessor!
Golden One, Warrioress, and Celestial One! Giver of Life, Guide to the Departed – Goddess named after the foam of the sea! O
Auspicious one, She who Indulges, She of the beautiful tresses! She of the beautiful bottom, Bride of the Gods, Fulfiller of Desires!
Fulfiller of Vows, O Whisperer, O Victorious One!
Come be present, with joyful mind, Mother Venus!

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Aeneadum Genetrix, hominum divomque voluptas,
alma Venus, caeli subter labentia signa
quae mare navigerum, quae terras frugiferentis
concelebras, per te quoniam genus omne animantum
concipitur visitque exortum lumina solis:
te, dea, te fugiunt venti, te nubila caeli
adventumque tuum, tibi suavis daedala tellus
summittit flores, tibi rident aequora ponti
placatumque nitet diffuso lumine caelum.
(Titi Lucreti Cari De Rerum Natura Liber Primus 1-9)
Mater, te appello, age adsta, mane, audi; iteradum eadem ista mihi dic.

Mother of Rome, delight of Gods and men,
Dear Venus that beneath the gliding stars
Makest to teem the many-voyaged main
And fruitful lands- for all of living things
Through thee alone are evermore conceived,
Through thee are risen to visit the great sun-
Before thee, Goddess, and thy coming on,
Flee stormy wind and massy cloud away,
For thee the daedal Earth bears scented flowers,
For thee waters of the unvexed deep
Smile, and the hollows of the serene sky
Glow with diffused radiance for thee!
(Titi Lucreti Cari De Rerum Natura Liber Primus 1-9)

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Di Immortales Romae civibus Novis Romanis et praesentibus et futuris faveant!
May the Immortal Gods of Rome bless the citizens and future Citizens of Nova Roma

Optimé valéte in pace Veneris

Julia
Sacerdos Veneris Genetricis

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "Cn. Cornelius Lentulus" <cn_corn_lent@...> wrote:
>
> Cn. Lentulus pontifex Quiritibus sal.
>
> During the 12 days of the Ludi Novi Romani, we commemorate about the 12 years of Nova Roma, and each day we honour one of the 12 Olympic Gods, the Di Consentes.
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> After Mars, Vesta and Ceres, our meditations and prayers turn to the mighty and wonderful Goddess Venus, mother of the Roman race, we salute Venus in the month of Mars.
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> Venus and Mars, Mars and Venus: the perfect synthesis, their true nature: and Concordia is born... can you continue?...
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> Visit and read, and if you can, expand this article:
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> http://novaroma.org/nr/Venus
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> VIVAT NOVA ROMA ANNORUM XII
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> THE LUDI NOVI ROMANI OFFICIAL PAGE:
> http://novaroma.org/nr/Ludi_Novi_Romani/MMDCCLXIII
>

JULIA: Salvete quirites and guests, welcome to the 4th race of the Ludi Circenses. O diem praeclarum! What a magnificent day for a race! The air is perfumed with exotic spices woven into floral wreaths of many varieties and sizes and maidens parade past the crowds sprinkling tender petals of rose of many colors and hues! The gods of the winds work discreetly to be sure we are kept cool and the wonderful scents are dispersed to keep out – other – less pleasant odors.

Our wonderful Domina C. Maria Caeca is not able to be with us today as she will be down on the sidelines of the racetrack cheering on her own Chariot, White Wind.

With me in the broadcast box today is Faustus Fannius Felix, known by many of you as Faustus Felix - the merchant who sells successful good luck charms in all price ranges.

Would you mind giving us a summary to date of the winners, Fannius!

FAUSTUS FELIX: Of course! I am honored to be here on this fine day Domina! *stands and moves to the edge of the box* The crowds are cheering, stomping their feet, waving colored rags and flags! What a roar from the Albatae! Consul Albucius and his family are taking their seats – he is, as you well know, the owner of Luxogenes, the winner of the first quarterfinal.

JULIA: It appears some of the spectators are already well in their cups judging by their behavior. I see others of other factions cheering also – oh wait – I believe they are cheering for the Consul's wine which is flowing as free as the Tiber after a storm!

FAUSTUS FELIX: Ah and a good wine it is! The Praesinae is also quite active and exuberant; they are the winners of race 2 – Sunburst owned by Quintus Servilius Priscus in quite an exciting race of skill and daring. The action is picking up out there so I will hurry this along citizens and guests – the third race went to the Venetae won by Windchaser IV, owned by Maxima Valeria Messalina and didn't her driver caused quite a stir! *he cast eyes full of merriment towards Julia*

JULIA: Oh that he did Fannius! But today's line up will not pale in comparison to the other races for today. In lane 1 we will have L. Livia Plauta's second chariot Amaxa, driven by Arctus. *a loud cacophony of cheers and shouts for Russata nearly drown out the announcer* Arctus is an experienced driver who employs an intense focus to support the constant pace of his steeds all the while using superb peripheral vision to avert any disasters borne of his opponents tactics.

FAUSTUS FELIX: Starting from lane 2 the chariot Incitatus, driven by Stolo and owned by C. Petronius Dexter of the VenetaeÂ…

JULIA: Oh the excitement, the Veneta crowd are shouting joyfully *stands swiftly and claps lightly, strands of golden hair fall loose from her long braid*
O! O! Over there! Doesn't owner Petronius Dexter look dashing in his blue pallium, ah my friends the wind-nymphs have moved it just enough to get a peek at his lovely blue tunic! The Venetae roar as he walks like Cicero in the forum waving his huge blue flag in long wide arcs and shouting in a booming orator's voice: "Venetorum vexillum!"

Petroni! Petroni! * waves*

FAUSTUS FELIX: Yes, a commanding presence he is – now it remains to be seen if his driver Stolo will compliment that performance! I have seen him win before, he is so subtle it is as if he has left the race - the other drivers appear to forget about him then suddenly he surges forward and takes the prize! Now this is g…

JULIA: *suddenly jumps from her seat her face alight with delight*
And there stands Domina Caeca!
Her gleaming white chariot White Wind – a fortuitous name for a chariot – pulled by a magnificent team of white Arabians! The Albae are in high spirits shouting their hurrahs loud enough for even the most remote Gods to hear them!!!!

FAUSTUS FELIX: Maria Caeca's driver - her man is Hermanus! He looks in fine form! *his voice booms over the field* That's the kind of man that can command a team of horses with little care - especially after being used to driving Celtic War chariots! Of course he will not have scythes protruding from his tires - it remains to be seen if he has as much brains as brawn.

JULIA: Oh yes, he looks almost like a gladiator *her chest rises in a slow breath and her azure eyes take on a bright glow* I just feel that today will be a most thrilling spectacle – thrilling just to watch those unkempt sun kissed blond locks fly in the wind for a start. He has quite a way with the horses also, I swear by Neptune he keeps treats in his long mass of a beard for the horses to discover while he whispers in their ears. His touch for his horses seem gentle enough, his magnificent blue eyes seem sincere and intense but there an undercurrent of danger lies beneath that hard brutish body..

FAUSTUS FELIX: His touch is not gentle on the track, at best it is moderate, his opponents are fully aware he is there and he has been known to be quite aggressive. I do hope Maria Caeca has full control of that German.

JULIA: That she does, that she does *thinks if only she could get him to remove his filthy beard*
Here comes the other reason why the Russae are also exuberant and raising such a commotion! They have two chariots in this race! Coming into view is the Lusitana, owned by the young gallant C. Cocceius Spinula who is waving at the crowd and charming the ladies! He is also running his personal horse in his team, Minerva, a fine mare she! His driver is Ducaliter whom I do not know much of...

FAUSTUS FELIX: Ducaliter is a strategic driver, he bides his time, saving the energy of his team but when he moves he is as swift as lightening.

JULIA: This Ludi has seen some fine agitatores!

FAUSTUS FELIX: Much to your pleasure I seeÂ… *waving away the server boy with a slap to the buttocks, he reaches forward to grab a cooked egg, globula and wrap it in a piece of bread from the buffet the Rota set up courtesy of the Consul*

JULIA: Much to all of our pleasures, there is always something for everyone at the races – even from where you sit, Fannius. *a mischievous smile adorns her lips*
Ah the horses are taking their parade lap! The horses are full of energy, see how they prance!
I see Cato and Maior are both standing by one of the vendors nearest the track, they appear to be chatting – and Cato seems be laughing heartedly, a smile on Maior's face… after Cato accepts a cup of wine from her.

FAUSTUS FELIX: Is this a surprising thing?

JULIA: *quiet laugh* Only time will tell *waves to both Cato and Maior who wave back* Ah and here comes Lentulus and Sulla to join them as they make their way to the Senate box – perhaps there will be a pre-race show after all, but they all appear to have pleasant look on their face – and huge goblets of wine in their hands!

FAUSTUS FELIX: I do hope they remember this is not the gladiatorial games *chuckles and chokes slightly on a bit of food, washing it down with yet more wine*
The roar of the crowd is making me deaf! *takes another huge sip of wine to wash down the delicacies he gobbled*
The parade of the chariots around the Circus Maximus is drawing to the end! *he reaches into his pocket and rubs a silver charm for good luck* All those flags waving are making me dizzy!

JULIA: What is making you dizzy is all the good wine you've been drinking, that which you are not used to! *jumps to her feet and to the edge of the box*
The chariots are in their position in the starting gates!
The trumpets sound the signal, the mappa drops to the ground, the gates are sprung, and they are off!!!!
Horses and chariots thunder onto the track!

FAUSTUS FELIX: What in Iuppiter's name is that on the back of the Albata Chariot! A small mirror? To blind an opponent?

JULIA: Mercy no, it is well shielded, Caeca installed it there so whomever is following her man Hermanus can see himself behind her chariot, just where Hermanus wants them.

The pace seems awfully cautious and they are half way through the straight awayÂ…
Oh by Iuppiter's greatÂ… uhmÂ…
Lusitania nearly was pushed into the dolphin by Whitewind! I would have thought Whitewind would surge forward but he seems to have a more aggressive strategy in mindÂ… eliminating the competition early! I do hope that Hermanus remembers that the goal of a chariot race is to get to the finish line first, not to destroy all other chariots and kill the other drivers!
Listen to the boos and catcalls coming from the Russae!
Hermanus steers his chariot away but into Incitatus swiping the side of his chariot! Great maneuvers on both Lusitania and Incitatus' part as both drivers recover! It appears as if Hermanus is marking their chariots with the white paint from Whitewind!

FAUSTUS FELIX: A little blood and guts never hurt anyone – an observer that is *reaches for and grabs a young server girl*

JULIA: Put her down, she is not on the menu – neither is the boy!
It is the red Amaxa in the lead followed dangerously close by white then blue then redÂ…! As they come around the bend it is difficult to see through the mists of the sand made by pounding hooves and whirling wheels! They are heading into the 2nd lap and I can hardly believe my own eyes! Incitatus -blue and Lusitania -red, thunder forward passing Amaxa!
Wait! Oh wait! Amaxa passes them both on the straightaway causing them both to crash into each other!
What a maneuver!
Ducaliter recovers and engages in a shouting match with Arctus but it appears as ifÂ…
No! No! Is Incitatus out?!
Stolo appears to be bleeding, his chariot is weaving slightly – the venetae are shouting support!!!! Hermanus who has been lurking and laughing from behind is now swiftly making his advance towards Incitatus!
Stolo recovers! He is moving his chariot into first position, Hermanus pulls up beside him, just a nose behind Incitatus and appears to be taunting him, but there is no smile on his face – the albae have a true fighter manning the Whitewind!

FAUSTUS FELIX: Now this is more like it!
It is blue- Incitatus by a length, white, and red –Lusitania - and red – Amaxa - are neck to neck but right on the tail of white!
I doubt very much they are gazing in Whitewind's mirror!
What is Whitewind doing as they enter the 3rd lap? He has moved up and is now keeping pace with Incitatus and allowing Amaxa to come foreward keeping Incitatus locked in a precarious position, here comes Lusitania taking the lead and passing Amaxa like quick silver!

JULIA: Amaxa continues to maintain a swift but easy pace - the driver appears to be holding the horses back just a bit into the turn!
Again it's difficult at times to see beyond the thick dust whipped up by spinning chariot wheels and speeding hooves even at this height but Lusitania is in the lead, Amaxa follows close behind, then a length behind is Whitewind followed by Incitatus!
*jumps up and leans over the edge*
The crowd is thunderously loud!
The Albae are jumping out of their seats, white flags are being tossed into the air!
Whitewind is propelling forward passing all the others and take the lead! He is shouting something in German! Incitatus is shouting angrily and is right on Whitewind's tail as they head down the final stretch. They are almost neck and neck! The two drivers are taunting each other as the Lusitania and Amaxa attempt to take advantage and reclaim their positions!
And here they come!!!
They are an explosive mass of machine, shining drops of sweat fly off both man and horseflesh - moving at dangerous speeds towards the finish line!
Is that a short high pitched whistle coming from Whitewind's Hermanus? He's tossing his head back and making a subtle movement with the reigns and in response the Arabians seem to fly like Pegasus towards the finish line- a length and a half at least, maybe two, for the win! Followed by Incitatus in second place then Amaxa Russata is third place but just a nose ahead of Lusitania Russata in fourth.
So at the end of the fourth quarterfinals it's Albata, Veneta, Amaxa Russata and Lusitania Russata.
So, Whitewind with the driver, Hermanus, will continue to the semi finals!

FAUSTUS FELIX: That was an excellent end to the quarterfinals! I do hope that Hermanus' confidence persists – he will face tough competition, even moreso because of his tactics, but, let's just say if I was a betting man…

JULIA: *shakes head and sighs*

FAUSTUS FELIX: Let's just say thenÂ… I would put a healthy wager on him. Look at him taking his gold torque off his upper arm and waving it as the crowds cheer wildly!

JULIA:*curls her lips in a subtle smirk while accepting a cool drink from the server boy*

FAUSTUS FELIX: Eh? What is all that commotion, the crowds are parting, now it is not only the albae who is cheering.

JULIA: It appears as if our Caeca has a surprise of her own for us!
Dancing girls! In white! With silver baubles! Tons of white rose petals tossed into the air by beautiful youths! * laughs sweetly as a youth appears and gently tosses white rose petals in her direction, but avoiding Fannius*
Oh Caeca you are full of surprises! *laughs* I do notice she has Hermanus closely keeping an eye on the girls and youths! One would only hope his loyalty to his mistress will one day earn him his Roman Citizenship.

Well that is the end Fannius, for today anyway!

Fannius? Fannius? Well it appears he has already left to enjoy the dancing girls!

Narratio resumeturÂ…

Salve Catoni,

I tried to reply earlier but yahoo has not been cooperating.
Take care of yourself, rest and take the pain meds. Last fall a friend of mine cracked his rib when he fell off his horse and there is not much to do for a cracked rib beyond what you are already doing.
We have a over a week to work on this.
I see no reason why we can't do an individual and a team parody both.
Just get well:)

Cura ut valeas,

Julia

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "Cato" <catoinnyc@...> wrote:
>
> Cato Iuliae Aquilae sal.
>
> Sorry I haven't responded til now; I just found out that I have a cracked rib and even breathing is painful. I hope to be on pain-killers soon.
>
> You know, that might actually be interesting. I've already submitted one bit to Lentulus, but I'm sure we could come up with something...
>
> Vale,
>
> Cato
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>
> --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "luciaiuliaaquila" <dis_pensible@> wrote:
> >
> > Salve Catoni!
> >
> > >And I hope to amuse somewhat with a vision of the Nova Roman Senate in all its glory.
> >
> > I have not forgotten about you either:)! Nor the Senate. Maybe we should collaborate in teams - and not teams comprised of friends only but of those who tend to disagree at times.
> >
> > Vale optime
> >
> > Julia
> >
> >
> > --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "Cato" <catoinnyc@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Salvete!
> > >
> > > And I hope to amuse somewhat with a vision of the Nova Roman Senate in all its glory.
> > >
> > > Valete!
> > >
> > > Carto
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "luciaiuliaaquila" <dis_pensible@> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Ave,
> > > >
> > > > Well I hope to make Caesar laugh more when he reads my parody of him*teases*
> > > >
> > > > Vale,
> > > >
> > > > Julia
> > > >
> > > > --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, Maxima Valeria Messallina <maximavaleriamessallina@> wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > Well, I don't know about the freudian thing, but you'd have given Caesar a good laugh!
> > > > >  
> > > > > MVM
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > <<--- On Wed, 3/3/10, luciaiuliaaquila <dis_pensible@> wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > > Ave Albuci!
> > > > >
> > > > > Great Caesar's Ghost! I wonder if I made a freudian slip by mispelling "threat" as treat:)
> > > > >
> > > > > Vale,
> > > > >
> > > > > Julia>>
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > >--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogrou ps.com, "luciaiuliaaquila" <dis_pensible@ ...> wrote:
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Salve good Consul!
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Congratulations on a race well won!
> > > > > > O di immortales! O'er the treat of being beaten [tenderly] with Gothus' whip I will not make the mistake to misspell or mispronounce Luxogenes again!
> > > > > > All joking aside...
> > > > > > Gratias maximas, Latin corrections are always welcome
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Vale bene,
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Julia
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> > > > >
> > > >
> > >
> >
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LUDI NOVI ROMANI 2763 AUC: LUDI CIRCENSES QUARTERFINAL 4

JULIA: Salvete quirites and guests to the 4th race of the Ludi Circenses. What a magnificent day for a race! The air is perfumed with exotic spices woven into floral wreaths of many varieties and sizes and maidens parade past the crowds sprinkling tender petals of rose of many colors and hues! The gods of the winds work discreetly to be sure we are kept cool and the wonderful scents are dispersed to keep out – other – less pleasant odors.
Our wonderful Domina C. Maria Caeca is not able to be with us today as she will be down on the sidelines of the racetrack cheering on her own Chariot, White Wind.
With me in the broadcast box today is Faustus Fannius Felix, known by many of you as Faustus Felix - the merchant who sells successful good luck charms in all price ranges.
Would you mind giving us a summary to date of the winners, Fannius!

FAUSTUS FELIX: Of course! I am honored to be here on this fine day Domina! *stands and moves to the edge of the box* The crowds are cheering, stomping their feet, waving colored cloth and flags! What a roar from the Albatae! Consul Albucius and his family are taking their seats – he is, as you well know, the owner of Luxogenes, the winner of the first quarterfinal.

JULIA: It appears some of the spectators are already well in their cups, as I see others of other factions cheering also – oh wait – I believe they are cheering as well for the Consul's wine which is flowing as free as the Tiber after a storm!

FAUSTUS FELIX: Ah and a good wine it is!
The Praesina faction is also quite active and exuberant; they are the winners of race 2 – Sunburst owned by Quintus Servilius Priscus in quite an exciting race of skill and daring. The action is picking up out there so I will hurry this along citizens and guests – the third race went to the Veneta faction won by Windchaser IV, owned by Maxima Valeria Messalina and didn't her driver caused quite a stir! *he cast eyes full of merriment towards Julia*

JULIA: Oh that he did Fannius! But today's line up will not pale in comparison to the other races for today.
In lane 1 we will have L. Livia Plauta's second chariot Amaxa, driven by Arctus. *a loud cacophony of cheers and shouts for Russata nearly drown out the announcer* Arctus is an experienced driver who employs an intense focus to support a constant pace of his steeds all the while using superb peripheral vision to avert any disasters borne of his opponents tactics.

FAUSTUS FELIX: Starting from lane 2 the chariot Incitatus, driven by Stolo and owned by C. Petronius Dexter of the VenetaeÂ…

JULIA: Oh the excitement, the Venetae are shouting joyfully *stands swiftly and claps lightly, strands of golden hair fall loose from her long braid*
O! O! Over there! Doesn't owner Petronius Dexter look dashing in his blue pallium! Ah! my friends the wind-nymphs have moved it just enough to get a peek at his lovely blue tunic! The Venetae roar as he walks like Cicero in the forum waving his huge blue flag in long wide arcs and shouting in a booming orator's voice: "Venetorum vexillum!"

Petroni! Petroni! * waves*

FAUSTUS FELIX: Yes, a commanding presence he is – now it remains to be seen if his driver Stolo will compliment that performance! I have seen him win before, he begins as if he has left the race - the other drivers appear to forget about him then suddenly he surges forward and takes the prize! Now this is g…

JULIA: *suddenly jumps from her seat her face alight with delight* And there stands Domina Caeca! Her gleaming white chariot White Wind – a fortuitous name for a chariot – pulled by a magnificent team of white Arabians! The Albae are in high spirits shouting their hurrahs loud enough for even the most remote Gods to hear them!!!!

FAUSTUS FELIX: Maria Caeca's driver, her man is Hermanus, He looks in fine form! *his voice booms over the field with a subtle touch of challenge* That's the kind of man that can command a team of horses with little care especially after being used to driving Celtic War chariots – of course he will not have scythes protruding from his tires - it remain to be seen if he has as much brains as brawn!

JULIA: Oh yes, he looks almost like a gladiator *her chest rises in a slow breath and her azure eyes take on a bright glow* I just feel that today will be a most thrilling spectacle – thrilling just to watch those unkempt sun kissed blond locks fly in the wind for a start. He has quite a way with the horses also, I swear by Neptune he keeps treats in his long mass of a beard for the horses to discover while he whispers in their ears. His touch for his horses seem gentle enough, his magnificent blue eyes seem sincere and intense but there an undercurrent of danger lies beneath that hard brutish body..

FAUSTUS FELIX: His touch is not gentle on the track, at best it is moderate, his opponents are fully aware he is there and he has been known to be quite aggressive. I do hope Maria Caeca has full control of that German.

JULIA: That she does, that she does *thinks if only she could get him to remove his filthy beard*
Here is the other reason why the Russae are also exuberant and raising such a commotion! They have two chariots in this race! Coming into view is the Lusitana, owned by the young gallant C. Cocceius Spinula who is waving at the crowd and charming the ladies! He is also running his personal horse in his team, Minerva, a fine mare she! His driver is Ducaliter whom I do not know much of...

FAUSTUS FELIX: Ducaliter is a strategic driver, he bides his time, saving the energy of his team but when he moves he is as swift as lightening.

JULIA: This Ludi has seen some fine agitatores!

FAUSTUS FELIX: Much to your pleasure I seeÂ… *waving away the server boy, reaches forward to grab a cooked egg, globula and wrap it in a piece of bread from the buffet the Rota set up courtesy of the Consul*

JULIA: Much to all of our pleasures, there is always something for everyone at the races – even from where you sit, Fannius. *a mischievous smile adorns her lips*
Ah the horses are taking their parade lap! The horses are full of energy, see how they prance! I see Cato and Maior are both standing by one of the vendors nearest the track, they appear to be chatting – and Cato seems be laughing heartedly, a smile on Maior's face… after Cato accepts a cup of wine from her.

FAUSTUS FELIX: Is this a surprising thing?

JULIA: *quiet laugh* Only time will tell *waves to both Cato and Maior who wave back* Ah and here comes Lentulus and Sulla to join them as they make their way to the Senate box – perhaps there will be a pre-race show after all, but they all appear to have pleasant look on their face – and huge goblets of wine in their hands!

FAUSTUS FELIX: I do hope they remember this is not the gladiatorial games *chuckles and chokes slightly on a bit of food, washing it down with yet more wine*
The roar of the crowd is making me deaf! *takes another huge sip of wine to wash down the delicacies he gobbled*
The parade of the chariots around the Circus Maximus is drawing to the end! *he reaches into his pocket and rubs a silver charm for good luck* All those flags waving are making me dizzy!

JULIA: What is making you dizzy is all the good wine you've been drinking, that which you are not used to! *jumps to her feet and to the edge of the box*
The chariots are in their position in the starting gates!
The trumpets sound the signal, the mappa drops to the ground, the gates are sprung, and they are off!!!!
Horses and chariots thunder onto the track!

FAUSTUS FELIX: What in Iuppiter's name is that on the back of the Albata Chariot! A small mirror? To blind an opponent?

JULIA: Mercy no, it is well shielded, Caeca installed it there so whomever is following her man Hermanus can see himself behind her chariot, just where Hermanus wants them.

The pace seems awfully cautious and they are half way through the straight awayÂ…
Oh by Iuppiter's greatÂ… uhmÂ…
Lusitania nearly was pushed into the dolphin by Whitewind! I would have thought Whitewind would surge forward but he seems to have a more aggressive strategy in mindÂ… eliminating the competition early! I do hope that Hermanus remembers that the goal of a chariot race is to get to the finish line first, not to destroy all other chariots and kill the other drivers!
Listen to the boos and catcalls coming from the Russae!
Hermanus steers his chariot away but into Incitatus swiping the side of his chariot! Great maneuver on both Lusitania and Incitatus' part as both drivers recover! It appears as if Hermanus is marking their chariots with the white paint from Whitewind!

FAUSTUS FELIX: A little blood and guts never hurt anyone – an observer that is *reaches for and grabs a young server girl*

JULIA: Put her down, she is not on the menu – neither is the boy!
It is the red Amaxa in the lead followed dangerously close by white then blue then redÂ…! As they come around the bend it is difficult to see to through the mists of the sand made by pounding hooves and whirling wheels! They are heading into the 2nd lap and I can hardly believe my own eyes! Incitatus -blue and Lusitania -red, thunder forward passing Amaxa!
Wait! Oh wait! Amaxa passes them both on the straightaway causing them both to crash into each other!
What a maneuver!
Ducaliter recovers and engages in a shouting match with Arctus but it appears as ifÂ…
NoÂ… noÂ… is Incitatus out?!
Stolo appears to be bleeding,*her eyes flash at the site of blood* his chariot is weaving slightly – the venetae are shouting support!!!! Hermosa who has been lurking and laughing from behind is now swiftly making his advance towards Incitatus! Stolo recovers! He is moving his chariot into first position, Hermosa pulls up beside him, just a nose behind Incitatus and appears to be taunting him, but there is no smile on his face – the albae have a true fighter manning the Whitewind.

FAUSTUS FELIX: Now this is more like it!
It is blue- Incitatus by a length, white, and red –Lusitania - and red – Amaxa - are neck to neck but right on the tail of white!
I doubt very much they are gazing in Whitewind's mirror!
What is Whitewind doing as they enter the 3rd lap? He has moved up and is now keeping pace with Incitatus and allowing Amaxa to come foreward keeping Incitatus locked in a precarious position, here comes Lusitania taking the lead and passing Amaxa like quick silver!

JULIA: Amaxa continues to maintain a swift but easy pace - the driver appears to be holding them back just a bit into the turn!
Again it's difficult at times to see beyond the thick dust whipped up by spinning chariot wheels and speeding hooves even at this height but Lusitania is in the lead, Amaxa follows close behind, then a length behind is Whitewind followed by Incitatus!
*jumps up and leans over the edge*
The crowd is thunderously loud, flags of every color are waving!
The Albae are jumping out of their seats, white flags are being tossed into the air!
Whitewind is propelling forward passing all the others and take the lead! He is shouting something in German! Incitatus is shouting angrily and is right on Whitewind's tail as they head down the final stretch. They are almost neck and neck! The two drivers are taunting each other as the Lusitania and Amaxa attempt to take advantage and reclaim their positions!
And here they come!!!
They are an explosive mass of machine, shining drops of sweat fly off both man and horseflesh - moving at dangerous speeds towards the finish line!
Is that a short high pitched whistle coming from Whitewind's Hermanus? He's tossing his head back and making a subtle movement with the reigns and in response the Arabians seem to fly like Pegasus towards the finish line- a length and a half at least, maybe two, for the win! Followed by Incitatus in second place then Amaxa Russata is third place but just a nose ahead of Lusitania Russata in fourth.
So at the end of the fourth quarterfinals it's Albata, Veneta, Amaxa Russata and Lusitania Russata.
So, Whitewind with the driver, Hermanus, will continue to the semi finals!

FAUSTUS FELIX: That was an excellent end to the quarterfinals! I do hope that Hermanus' confidence persists – he will face tough competition, even moreso because of his tactics, but, let's just say if I was a betting man…

JULIA: *shakes head and sighs*

FAUSTUS FELIX: Let's just say thenÂ… I would put a healthy wager on him. Look at him taking his gold torque off his upper arm and waving it as the crowds cheer wildly!

JULIA:*curls her lips in a subtle smirk while accepting a cool drink from the server boy*

FAUSTUS FELIX: Eh? What is all that commotion, the crowds are parting, now it is not only the albae who is cheering.

JULIA: It appears as if our Caeca has a surprise of her own for us!
Dancing girls! In white! With silver baubles! Tons of white rose petals tossed into the air by beautiful youths! * laughs sweetly as a youth appears and gently tosses white rose petals in her direction, but avoiding Fannius*
Oh Caeca you are full of surprises! *laughs* I do notice she has Hermanus closely keeping an eye on the girls and youths! One would only hope his loyalty to his mistress will one day earn him his Roman Citizenship.

Well that is the end Fannius, for today anyway!

Fannius? Fannius? Well it appears he has already left to enjoy the dancing girls!

Narratio resumeturÂ…

L. Julia Aquila A Tulliae Scholastica S.P.D.

I have been worried about you so I am so glad to see this note amica.

> > ATS: It took over an hour for my vote to get to the Senate list. Maybe
> > they hand-delivered it. They are doing maintenance on the search function,
> > having previously removed the forwarding button, so maybe we can blame
> > that...but I have noticed that some messages are missing.

Some of mine are missing tonight also, not even sure if this will post:)

> > ATS: Situation normal... All fouled up.

Yes - all's write in yahoo-world

Vale amica cara mea,

Julia

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "A. Tullia Scholastica" <fororom@...> wrote:
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> >
> >
> > A. Tullia Scholastica L. Juliae Aquilae quiritibus, sociis, peregrinisque
> > bonae voluntatis S.P.D.
> >
> >
> > Avete!
> >
> > Forgive me my excitement but I tried posting the 3rd race thrice last night
> > and they must be in yahoo's deadzone.
> >
> > ATS: It took over an hour for my vote to get to the Senate list. Maybe
> > they hand-delivered it. They are doing maintenance on the search function,
> > having previously removed the forwarding button, so maybe we can blame
> > that...but I have noticed that some messages are missing.
> >
> >
> > Now the warning (of a sort) So should the triplet arrive sometime in the day
> > or in the next few days, you, O citizens of this precious res publica, shall
> > know why!
> >
> > ATS: Situation normal... All fouled up.
> >
> > Valete,
> >
> > Julia
> >
> > Vale, et valete.
> >
> >
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> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>

Iulia Catoni s.p.d,

Please get to feeling better first - a friend of mine cracked his rib by falling off his horse back in the fall and the only thing you can really do is rest and take pain meds for a day or three.
Let me know when you are up to it, we have a few days yet. And I cannot think of any reason why we can't submit a personal parody and a team project;)

Cura ut valeas,

Julia

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "Cato" <catoinnyc@...> wrote:
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> Cato Iuliae Aquilae sal.
>
> Sorry I haven't responded til now; I just found out that I have a cracked rib and even breathing is painful. I hope to be on pain-killers soon.
>
> You know, that might actually be interesting. I've already submitted one bit to Lentulus, but I'm sure we could come up with something...
>
> Vale,
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> Cato
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> --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "luciaiuliaaquila" <dis_pensible@> wrote:
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> > Salve Catoni!
> >
> > >And I hope to amuse somewhat with a vision of the Nova Roman Senate in all its glory.
> >
> > I have not forgotten about you either:)! Nor the Senate. Maybe we should collaborate in teams - and not teams comprised of friends only but of those who tend to disagree at times.
> >
> > Vale optime
> >
> > Julia
> >
> >
> > --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "Cato" <catoinnyc@> wrote:
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> > > Salvete!
> > >
> > > And I hope to amuse somewhat with a vision of the Nova Roman Senate in all its glory.
> > >
> > > Valete!
> > >
> > > Carto
> > >
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> > >
> > > --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "luciaiuliaaquila" <dis_pensible@> wrote:
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> > > > Ave,
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> > > > Well I hope to make Caesar laugh more when he reads my parody of him*teases*
> > > >
> > > > Vale,
> > > >
> > > > Julia
> > > >
> > > > --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, Maxima Valeria Messallina <maximavaleriamessallina@> wrote:
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> > > > >
> > > > > Well, I don't know about the freudian thing, but you'd have given Caesar a good laugh!
> > > > >  
> > > > > MVM
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > <<--- On Wed, 3/3/10, luciaiuliaaquila <dis_pensible@> wrote:
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> > > > > Ave Albuci!
> > > > >
> > > > > Great Caesar's Ghost! I wonder if I made a freudian slip by mispelling "threat" as treat:)
> > > > >
> > > > > Vale,
> > > > >
> > > > > Julia>>
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> > > > > >--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogrou ps.com, "luciaiuliaaquila" <dis_pensible@ ...> wrote:
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> > > > > > Salve good Consul!
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> > > > > > Congratulations on a race well won!
> > > > > > O di immortales! O'er the treat of being beaten [tenderly] with Gothus' whip I will not make the mistake to misspell or mispronounce Luxogenes again!
> > > > > > All joking aside...
> > > > > > Gratias maximas, Latin corrections are always welcome
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Vale bene,
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Julia
> > > > >
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> > > > >
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C. Petronius Juliæ Aquilæ s.p.d.,

> Yes - all's write in yahoo-world

Perhaps Nova Roma could be his own mailing provider without being dependent on Yahoo or another.

Salve.

C. Petronius Dexter
Arcoiali scribebat
A. d. III Nonas Martias P. Memmio K. Fabio II coss.

This the REAL LUDI NOVI ROMANI 2763 AUC: LUDI CIRCENSES QUARTERFINAL 4

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "luciaiuliaaquila" <dis_pensible@...> wrote:
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>
> JULIA: Salvete quirites and guests, welcome to the 4th race of the Ludi Circenses. O diem praeclarum! What a magnificent day for a race! The air is perfumed with exotic spices woven into floral wreaths of many varieties and sizes and maidens parade past the crowds sprinkling tender petals of rose of many colors and hues! The gods of the winds work discreetly to be sure we are kept cool and the wonderful scents are dispersed to keep out – other – less pleasant odors.
>
> Our wonderful Domina C. Maria Caeca is not able to be with us today as she will be down on the sidelines of the racetrack cheering on her own Chariot, White Wind.
>
> With me in the broadcast box today is Faustus Fannius Felix, known by many of you as Faustus Felix - the merchant who sells successful good luck charms in all price ranges.
>
> Would you mind giving us a summary to date of the winners, Fannius!
>
> FAUSTUS FELIX: Of course! I am honored to be here on this fine day Domina! *stands and moves to the edge of the box* The crowds are cheering, stomping their feet, waving colored rags and flags! What a roar from the Albatae! Consul Albucius and his family are taking their seats – he is, as you well know, the owner of Luxogenes, the winner of the first quarterfinal.
>
> JULIA: It appears some of the spectators are already well in their cups judging by their behavior. I see others of other factions cheering also – oh wait – I believe they are cheering for the Consul's wine which is flowing as free as the Tiber after a storm!
>
> FAUSTUS FELIX: Ah and a good wine it is! The Praesinae is also quite active and exuberant; they are the winners of race 2 – Sunburst owned by Quintus Servilius Priscus in quite an exciting race of skill and daring. The action is picking up out there so I will hurry this along citizens and guests – the third race went to the Venetae won by Windchaser IV, owned by Maxima Valeria Messalina and didn't her driver caused quite a stir! *he cast eyes full of merriment towards Julia*
>
> JULIA: Oh that he did Fannius! But today's line up will not pale in comparison to the other races for today. In lane 1 we will have L. Livia Plauta's second chariot Amaxa, driven by Arctus. *a loud cacophony of cheers and shouts for Russata nearly drown out the announcer* Arctus is an experienced driver who employs an intense focus to support the constant pace of his steeds all the while using superb peripheral vision to avert any disasters borne of his opponents tactics.
>
> FAUSTUS FELIX: Starting from lane 2 the chariot Incitatus, driven by Stolo and owned by C. Petronius Dexter of the VenetaeÂ…
>
> JULIA: Oh the excitement, the Veneta crowd are shouting joyfully *stands swiftly and claps lightly, strands of golden hair fall loose from her long braid*
> O! O! Over there! Doesn't owner Petronius Dexter look dashing in his blue pallium, ah my friends the wind-nymphs have moved it just enough to get a peek at his lovely blue tunic! The Venetae roar as he walks like Cicero in the forum waving his huge blue flag in long wide arcs and shouting in a booming orator's voice: "Venetorum vexillum!"
>
> Petroni! Petroni! * waves*
>
> FAUSTUS FELIX: Yes, a commanding presence he is – now it remains to be seen if his driver Stolo will compliment that performance! I have seen him win before, he is so subtle it is as if he has left the race - the other drivers appear to forget about him then suddenly he surges forward and takes the prize! Now this is g…
>
> JULIA: *suddenly jumps from her seat her face alight with delight*
> And there stands Domina Caeca!
> Her gleaming white chariot White Wind – a fortuitous name for a chariot – pulled by a magnificent team of white Arabians! The Albae are in high spirits shouting their hurrahs loud enough for even the most remote Gods to hear them!!!!
>
> FAUSTUS FELIX: Maria Caeca's driver - her man is Hermanus! He looks in fine form! *his voice booms over the field* That's the kind of man that can command a team of horses with little care - especially after being used to driving Celtic War chariots! Of course he will not have scythes protruding from his tires - it remains to be seen if he has as much brains as brawn.
>
> JULIA: Oh yes, he looks almost like a gladiator *her chest rises in a slow breath and her azure eyes take on a bright glow* I just feel that today will be a most thrilling spectacle – thrilling just to watch those unkempt sun kissed blond locks fly in the wind for a start. He has quite a way with the horses also, I swear by Neptune he keeps treats in his long mass of a beard for the horses to discover while he whispers in their ears. His touch for his horses seem gentle enough, his magnificent blue eyes seem sincere and intense but there an undercurrent of danger lies beneath that hard brutish body..
>
> FAUSTUS FELIX: His touch is not gentle on the track, at best it is moderate, his opponents are fully aware he is there and he has been known to be quite aggressive. I do hope Maria Caeca has full control of that German.
>
> JULIA: That she does, that she does *thinks if only she could get him to remove his filthy beard*
> Here comes the other reason why the Russae are also exuberant and raising such a commotion! They have two chariots in this race! Coming into view is the Lusitana, owned by the young gallant C. Cocceius Spinula who is waving at the crowd and charming the ladies! He is also running his personal horse in his team, Minerva, a fine mare she! His driver is Ducaliter whom I do not know much of...
>
> FAUSTUS FELIX: Ducaliter is a strategic driver, he bides his time, saving the energy of his team but when he moves he is as swift as lightening.
>
> JULIA: This Ludi has seen some fine agitatores!
>
> FAUSTUS FELIX: Much to your pleasure I seeÂ… *waving away the server boy with a slap to the buttocks, he reaches forward to grab a cooked egg, globula and wrap it in a piece of bread from the buffet the Rota set up courtesy of the Consul*
>
> JULIA: Much to all of our pleasures, there is always something for everyone at the races – even from where you sit, Fannius. *a mischievous smile adorns her lips*
> Ah the horses are taking their parade lap! The horses are full of energy, see how they prance!
> I see Cato and Maior are both standing by one of the vendors nearest the track, they appear to be chatting – and Cato seems be laughing heartedly, a smile on Maior's face… after Cato accepts a cup of wine from her.
>
> FAUSTUS FELIX: Is this a surprising thing?
>
> JULIA: *quiet laugh* Only time will tell *waves to both Cato and Maior who wave back* Ah and here comes Lentulus and Sulla to join them as they make their way to the Senate box – perhaps there will be a pre-race show after all, but they all appear to have pleasant look on their face – and huge goblets of wine in their hands!
>
> FAUSTUS FELIX: I do hope they remember this is not the gladiatorial games *chuckles and chokes slightly on a bit of food, washing it down with yet more wine*
> The roar of the crowd is making me deaf! *takes another huge sip of wine to wash down the delicacies he gobbled*
> The parade of the chariots around the Circus Maximus is drawing to the end! *he reaches into his pocket and rubs a silver charm for good luck* All those flags waving are making me dizzy!
>
> JULIA: What is making you dizzy is all the good wine you've been drinking, that which you are not used to! *jumps to her feet and to the edge of the box*
> The chariots are in their position in the starting gates!
> The trumpets sound the signal, the mappa drops to the ground, the gates are sprung, and they are off!!!!
> Horses and chariots thunder onto the track!
>
> FAUSTUS FELIX: What in Iuppiter's name is that on the back of the Albata Chariot! A small mirror? To blind an opponent?
>
> JULIA: Mercy no, it is well shielded, Caeca installed it there so whomever is following her man Hermanus can see himself behind her chariot, just where Hermanus wants them.
>
> The pace seems awfully cautious and they are half way through the straight awayÂ…
> Oh by Iuppiter's greatÂ… uhmÂ…
> Lusitania nearly was pushed into the dolphin by Whitewind! I would have thought Whitewind would surge forward but he seems to have a more aggressive strategy in mindÂ… eliminating the competition early! I do hope that Hermanus remembers that the goal of a chariot race is to get to the finish line first, not to destroy all other chariots and kill the other drivers!
> Listen to the boos and catcalls coming from the Russae!
> Hermanus steers his chariot away but into Incitatus swiping the side of his chariot! Great maneuvers on both Lusitania and Incitatus' part as both drivers recover! It appears as if Hermanus is marking their chariots with the white paint from Whitewind!
>
> FAUSTUS FELIX: A little blood and guts never hurt anyone – an observer that is *reaches for and grabs a young server girl*
>
> JULIA: Put her down, she is not on the menu – neither is the boy!
> It is the red Amaxa in the lead followed dangerously close by white then blue then redÂ…! As they come around the bend it is difficult to see through the mists of the sand made by pounding hooves and whirling wheels! They are heading into the 2nd lap and I can hardly believe my own eyes! Incitatus -blue and Lusitania -red, thunder forward passing Amaxa!
> Wait! Oh wait! Amaxa passes them both on the straightaway causing them both to crash into each other!
> What a maneuver!
> Ducaliter recovers and engages in a shouting match with Arctus but it appears as ifÂ…
> No! No! Is Incitatus out?!
> Stolo appears to be bleeding, his chariot is weaving slightly – the venetae are shouting support!!!! Hermanus who has been lurking and laughing from behind is now swiftly making his advance towards Incitatus!
> Stolo recovers! He is moving his chariot into first position, Hermanus pulls up beside him, just a nose behind Incitatus and appears to be taunting him, but there is no smile on his face – the albae have a true fighter manning the Whitewind!
>
> FAUSTUS FELIX: Now this is more like it!
> It is blue- Incitatus by a length, white, and red –Lusitania - and red – Amaxa - are neck to neck but right on the tail of white!
> I doubt very much they are gazing in Whitewind's mirror!
> What is Whitewind doing as they enter the 3rd lap? He has moved up and is now keeping pace with Incitatus and allowing Amaxa to come foreward keeping Incitatus locked in a precarious position, here comes Lusitania taking the lead and passing Amaxa like quick silver!
>
> JULIA: Amaxa continues to maintain a swift but easy pace - the driver appears to be holding the horses back just a bit into the turn!
> Again it's difficult at times to see beyond the thick dust whipped up by spinning chariot wheels and speeding hooves even at this height but Lusitania is in the lead, Amaxa follows close behind, then a length behind is Whitewind followed by Incitatus!
> *jumps up and leans over the edge*
> The crowd is thunderously loud!
> The Albae are jumping out of their seats, white flags are being tossed into the air!
> Whitewind is propelling forward passing all the others and take the lead! He is shouting something in German! Incitatus is shouting angrily and is right on Whitewind's tail as they head down the final stretch. They are almost neck and neck! The two drivers are taunting each other as the Lusitania and Amaxa attempt to take advantage and reclaim their positions!
> And here they come!!!
> They are an explosive mass of machine, shining drops of sweat fly off both man and horseflesh - moving at dangerous speeds towards the finish line!
> Is that a short high pitched whistle coming from Whitewind's Hermanus? He's tossing his head back and making a subtle movement with the reigns and in response the Arabians seem to fly like Pegasus towards the finish line- a length and a half at least, maybe two, for the win! Followed by Incitatus in second place then Amaxa Russata is third place but just a nose ahead of Lusitania Russata in fourth.
> So at the end of the fourth quarterfinals it's Albata, Veneta, Amaxa Russata and Lusitania Russata.
> So, Whitewind with the driver, Hermanus, will continue to the semi finals!
>
> FAUSTUS FELIX: That was an excellent end to the quarterfinals! I do hope that Hermanus' confidence persists – he will face tough competition, even moreso because of his tactics, but, let's just say if I was a betting man…
>
> JULIA: *shakes head and sighs*
>
> FAUSTUS FELIX: Let's just say thenÂ… I would put a healthy wager on him. Look at him taking his gold torque off his upper arm and waving it as the crowds cheer wildly!
>
> JULIA:*curls her lips in a subtle smirk while accepting a cool drink from the server boy*
>
> FAUSTUS FELIX: Eh? What is all that commotion, the crowds are parting, now it is not only the albae who is cheering.
>
> JULIA: It appears as if our Caeca has a surprise of her own for us!
> Dancing girls! In white! With silver baubles! Tons of white rose petals tossed into the air by beautiful youths! * laughs sweetly as a youth appears and gently tosses white rose petals in her direction, but avoiding Fannius*
> Oh Caeca you are full of surprises! *laughs* I do notice she has Hermanus closely keeping an eye on the girls and youths! One would only hope his loyalty to his mistress will one day earn him his Roman Citizenship.
>
> Well that is the end Fannius, for today anyway!
>
> Fannius? Fannius? Well it appears he has already left to enjoy the dancing girls!
>
> Narratio resumeturÂ…
>

Ave Julia,

> > electissimis praeconibus nostris

> Does this mean "our elected reporters"?

Electus means exquisite, delightful, crack, high-flyer... something like that. And electissimus is more, it is the superlative of electus. The best ones.

Yes, I used praeco, -onis to mean modern reporter, in fact a praeco was a harbinger, herald, crier, auctioneer... before the birth of the radio, TV. ;o)

Optime vale.

--
C. Petronius Dexter
Arcoiali scribebat
a.d. III Non. Mart. P. Memmio K. Fabio II coss.

Iulia Petronio S.P.D

> Perhaps Nova Roma could be his own mailing provider without being dependent on Yahoo or another.

I have no power here, I am just a simple citizen - but it is a good idea that has been kicked around for as long as I have been around -

Vale,

Julia

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "petronius_dexter" <jfarnoud94@...> wrote:
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> C. Petronius Juliæ Aquilæ s.p.d.,
>
> > Yes - all's write in yahoo-world
>
> Perhaps Nova Roma could be his own mailing provider without being dependent on Yahoo or another.
>
> Salve.
>
> C. Petronius Dexter
> Arcoiali scribebat
> A. d. III Nonas Martias P. Memmio K. Fabio II coss.
>

Salvete uxores,

And thank you. Yep, painkillers are a happy thing. Better living through chemistry! Hooray!

Now if only my chariot had done better...

Valete,

Cato

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "C.Maria Caeca" <c.mariacaeca@...> wrote:
>
> Caeca Catoni sal,
>
> ouch! I know about broken ribs ...and pain killer, in such cases, is a *very* good thing! I'd say I hope they mend quickly, but ribs mend ...when they mend. Hope you get good uh pharmaceuticals for that!
>
> vale bene,
> C. Maria Caeca, who suspects Yahoo is holding the race IV report hostage!
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>

Ave Petroni,

> Electus means exquisite, delightful, crack, high-flyer... something like that. And electissimus is more, it is the superlative of electus. The best ones.
>
> Yes, I used praeco, -onis to mean modern reporter, in fact a praeco was a harbinger, herald, crier, auctioneer... before the birth of the radio, TV. ;o)

I like this! Thank you!

Vale bene

Julia

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "petronius_dexter" <jfarnoud94@...> wrote:
>
> Ave Julia,
>
> > > electissimis praeconibus nostris
>
> > Does this mean "our elected reporters"?
>
> Electus means exquisite, delightful, crack, high-flyer... something like that. And electissimus is more, it is the superlative of electus. The best ones.
>
> Yes, I used praeco, -onis to mean modern reporter, in fact a praeco was a harbinger, herald, crier, auctioneer... before the birth of the radio, TV. ;o)
>
> Optime vale.
>
> --
> C. Petronius Dexter
> Arcoiali scribebat
> a.d. III Non. Mart. P. Memmio K. Fabio II coss.
>

C. Petronius electissimis praeconibus nostris plurimam salutem dicit,

> > JULIA: Salvete quirites and guests, welcome to the 4th race of the Ludi Circenses. O diem praeclarum! What a magnificent day for a race! The air is perfumed with exotic spices woven into floral wreaths of many varieties and sizes and maidens parade past the crowds sprinkling tender petals of rose of many colors and hues! The gods of the winds work discreetly to be sure we are kept cool and the wonderful scents are dispersed to keep out – other – less pleasant odors.

- I think those roses genetically modified... is it not too soon in the beginning of March to have yet flourished roses?

> > With me in the broadcast box today is Faustus Fannius Felix, known by many of you as Faustus Felix - the merchant who sells successful good luck charms in all price ranges.

- Oh, Mr 3F? Warning, under the 3 F, for the fans of widzards' tales, it appears the sign of the Beast... 666. ;o)

FAUSTUS FELIX: Starting from lane 2 the chariot Incitatus, driven by Stolo and owned by C. Petronius Dexter of the Venetae…

- Yeaaah! Go Blues! Hip hip hurrah!

>> JULIA: Oh the excitement, the Veneta crowd are shouting joyfully *stands swiftly and claps lightly, strands of golden hair fall loose from her long braid*

O! O! Over there! Doesn't owner Petronius Dexter look dashing in his blue pallium, ah my friends the wind-nymphs have moved it just enough to get a peek at his lovely blue tunic! The Venetae roar as he walks like Cicero in the forum waving his huge blue flag in long wide arcs and shouting in a booming orator's voice: "Venetorum vexillum!"<<

- Venetorum vexillum! Velocissimi Veneti Vindent!

> Petroni! Petroni! * waves*

> > FAUSTUS FELIX: Yes, a commanding presence he is – now it remains to be seen if his driver Stolo will compliment that performance! I have seen him win before, he is so subtle it is as if he has left the race - the other drivers appear to forget about him then suddenly he surges forward and takes the prize!

- Yeaaah! Go here:
http://www.novaroma.org/nr/Stolo_%28Nova_Roma%29

> > - Hermanus steers his chariot away but into Incitatus swiping the side of his chariot!

- OOOOOOOOH!

> > Great maneuvers on both Lusitania and Incitatus' part as both drivers recover!

- Ufff!

> > - It appears as if Hermanus is marking their chariots with the white paint from Whitewind!

- Sceleste! Fraudator! Hermane, caudex!

>> It is the red Amaxa in the lead followed dangerously close by white then blue then red…! As they come around the bend it is difficult to see through the mists of the sand made by pounding hooves and whirling wheels! They are heading into the 2nd lap and I can hardly believe my own eyes! Incitatus -blue and Lusitania -red, thunder forward passing Amaxa!

- Go Blues! Go Blues! Come on, Stolo!

> >Wait! Oh wait! Amaxa passes them both on the straightaway causing them both to crash into each other!

What a maneuver!

- Booooohhhhhhh! Down Amaxa! Boooohhhh!

> > Stolo appears to be bleeding, his chariot is weaving slightly – the venetae are shouting support!!!!

- Go Blues! Go Blues! Come on Stolo! We will win! Velocissimi Veneti Vincent!

>>Hermanus who has been lurking and laughing from behind is now swiftly making his advance towards Incitatus!

Stolo recovers! He is moving his chariot into first position,

- Yeaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah!

>> Hermanus pulls up beside him, just a nose behind Incitatus and appears to be taunting him, but there is no smile on his face – the albae have a true fighter manning the Whitewind!<<

- Come on Stolo! Come on, Stolo!

> > JULIA: Is that a short high pitched whistle coming from Whitewind's Hermanus? He's tossing his head back and making a subtle movement with the reigns and in response the Arabians seem to fly like Pegasus towards the finish line- a length and a half at least, maybe two, for the win! Followed by Incitatus in second place then Amaxa Russata is third place but just a nose ahead of Lusitania Russata in fourth.

- A second place is not enough to continue but we have a Venetus in the semifinals. Go Blues! Go Blues!
"VELOCISSIMI VENETI VINCENT"

Optime valete.

--
C. Petronius Dexter
Arcoiali scribebat
a.d. III Non. Mart. P. Memmio K. Fabio II coss.





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Salve Catoni,

Did you just call us your wives? I could be wrong but I thought uxores meant wives - but hey if it isn't them I am simply wrong, but if I am right- parodies are made of such as this:)
*laughs*
I hope you are feeling better but it appears you are....

Vale,

Julia

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "Cato" <catoinnyc@...> wrote:
>
> Salvete uxores,
>
> And thank you. Yep, painkillers are a happy thing. Better living through chemistry! Hooray!
>
> Now if only my chariot had done better...
>
> Valete,
>
> Cato
>
> --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, "C.Maria Caeca" <c.mariacaeca@> wrote:
> >
> > Caeca Catoni sal,
> >
> > ouch! I know about broken ribs ...and pain killer, in such cases, is a *very* good thing! I'd say I hope they mend quickly, but ribs mend ...when they mend. Hope you get good uh pharmaceuticals for that!
> >
> > vale bene,
> > C. Maria Caeca, who suspects Yahoo is holding the race IV report hostage!
> >
> > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> >
>

CAECA: Salvete we're back again, citizens and guests, to bring you the final 2 races! The weather is still absolutely glorious, and, if anything, the Circus is even more crowded! Naturally enough, with 2 entries already in the semi finals, Albata Factio is having a wonderful time, and, from what I've been told, the Consul is keeping the wine flowing freely!

JULIA: I've heard on the wind that the Veneta factio has a surprise for us all should one of their chariots win its first race! Much speculation ripples through the crowds, only time will tellÂ… *a smile blooms upon her face*

CAECA: Dancing girls? fireworks? It's hard to tell, but you can expect the unexpected from that exuberant bunch!

The sound of the Trumpet permeates the air and people are scurrying back to their seats, most of them with their hands full of good things to eat and drink! Speaking of which ...did you get some of Rota's wonderful sausage rolls?

JULIA: I did try one earlier and our Aedile sent us a special treat of honey cakes – take a look in the basket behind you. Between the scent of flowers and the scent of the honey cakes I am feeling somewhat euphoric.

CAECA Great! Now, the horses are making their parade lap. First, and in lane 1, we see Ala Rubra, owned by L. Livia Plauta, and driven by Ursus. She will represent Russata in this race.

JULIA: Russata is really hungry for victory, although they did get a 2nd in the first race. I understand Ursus employs a steady swift approach much like the steady pace that won Eporicus 1st place in the 1st race.

CAECA: Ursus does like a steady pace and he's absolutely unflappable. He can find his way through any chaos that happens on the course - and his skill has won him many a race! In the 2nd lane, we have G. Equitius Cato's Three Furies, driven by Lepidus.

JULIA: Lepidus is known to hug the Spina which can be a really good tactic or lead to disaster but he is so skilled that he makes it look easy! Cato's steeds are fine examples of horse flesh, he has a fine chariot and an excellent driver, he is well prepared for this race.

CAECA: Yes, and Cato's chariots always give us good races, too. OK, in the 3rd lane, we have another Veneta entry, this time, Wind Chaser IV, owned by Maxima Valeria Messallina and driven by Emrys of Gaul. I understand that this is a new chariot, and new horses, too!

JULIA: I must admit I like the countenance of the powerfully built sandy haired Gaul, let's hope the Gods have smiled upon those sparkling blue eyes. While I admired the beautiful chariot for her maiden race Emrys confided in me that he likes the way it handles during practice sessions. Oh, look at those exquisite horses, what magnificent gaits! Their chestnut coats shine with a subtle hint of flame in the sun!

CAECA: They do, and the blue harness looks stunning against their coats, too. This sky blue chariot almost looks too pretty to suffer the rough and tumble of a race, doesn't it?

JULIA: *smiles *I would not underestimate that fine chariot, Caeca - underneath all that glossy paint and those matching blue trimmed wheels, there is a well made challenger! The driver was well chosen also; Emrys never gets angry or is at least slow to anger - or so I have been told. He has the twinkling azure eyes similar to the erotes, and I suspect that grin keeps him out of any trouble he might find himself in. But then he seems to have no reason to do anything but smile.

CAECA: OK, in lane 4, we have, representing Praesina, Q. Servilius Priscus" 2nd chariot, Volcanus, driven by yet *another* Celt (oh, the beauty of them!), Merddyn.

JULIA: I am partial to Gauls myself but I must admit, all this Gallic and Celtic resplendence does afford great pleasure to the senses adding to the glory of the spectacle doesn't it?

CAECA: Yes, but those names fall strangely from Roman lips! They have way too many consonants!

JULIA: *curls her lips into a subtle smile*

CAECA: The chariots have taken their places, and they're off! Here comes Windchaser IV first out, and those mares look like they're dancing! You can hear Emrys shouting for sheer joy all the way up here, he's waving to the crowd and turns a wave towards the broadcast booth as well! Right behind him though, is Ala Rubra, pushing hard, then comes Volcanus, then the Three Furies, easing over to the Spina, where he likes to be unafraid of the dolphin.
Down the straightaway, Ala Rubra and Windchaser are almost matched, step for step, and both Factios are going crazy! The crowd is roaring!!!! Volcanus is keeping close, but not pushing it, yet - he will, though - and now the Three Furies is challenging Ala Rubra!
Going into the first turn, and I think, yes, Ala Rubra has pulled ahead by a nose! Windchaser IV is next, then the Three furies, still hugging that Spina, and then Volcanus!
There's isn't a length between any of them though, and into the 2nd straightaway they go! Look at the Three Furies! He's just put on a burst of speed, and he's overtaken the leaders, but Windchaser is absolutely irrepressible! Wait ...the 2 drivers are shouting to each other, and laughing! Did Emrys just tell a joke?

JULIA: I'd be willing to wager he did, but I'll ask some friends of mine who speak that language well to find out – I dare not try my own feeble use of his language for there is no telling what sort of error I might make! *laughs* I wonder if it's a joke we can use in polite company.

CAECA: Volcanus is seriously challenging Ala Rubra, but Russata is holding its own, and into the next turn. OK, they are lined up nicely,
with about a quarter length between each chariot, so, it's the Three Furies, Windchaser IV - no! Ala Rubra just passed Windchaser IV! Volcanus is last, but barely. And into the 3rd straightaway we go! Watch! Watch! look at Windchaser IV! Emrys is absolutely flying, and Ala Rubra can't keep up!
OK, it's now the Three Furies, Windchaser, Ala Rubra, and Volcanus... but Volcanus is starting to make his move, and he's pushing Ala Rubra into the last turn! Emrys is *singing* to his mares! They must like it, because they are going full speed ahead! They might be little, but they can *run*!
Ala Rubra and the Three Furies are fighting for 2nd place, but Volcanus is moving up fast! They are swiftly stampeding down the straightaway but nothing - nothing - can touch Windchaser!
Are those wheels even on the ground???
Oh, look at Volcanus! He's catching up to Windchaser, but - I don't thinkÂ…
Ala Rubra is right behind Volcanus, and the Three Furies is right behind Ala Rubra, but fighting for 3rd. The crowd is roaring, the horses hooves sound like Iuppiter's thunder as sandy clouds accompany the chariots across the finish line!
Windchaser wins , but only by a nose, then Volcanus, then Ala Rubra, and 4th is The Three Furies.
I've got to say, though, that you could almost tie one ribbon around all 4 chariots, they are so close together!

JULIA: Oh by the gods, have you ever seen such a vision *laughs* Train your eyes Maria over to the Veneta Factio!

CAECA: What have they got? I don't believe it! They have great, big blue pompoms! They are waving them, and yelling a cheer! Do you see Dexter????

JULIA: He's waving a blue pompom!!!!*thinks she wishes he was wearing a Cinculum Militaire over a short tunic as well* Why not? They have every reason to be really ecstatic right about now! Here comes Messallina down from her box, sans the kittens, I must mention, to congratulate her driver! All the Blues are cheering her, too, and rightly so – a wonderful victory!

CAECA: This was another great race! If these are so good, I can't help but wonder what the semi finals and finals have in store for us!

JULIA: Magnificent races all thus far, a treat for the senses! I am really joyful to see that there have been no serious accidents, just that one fender bender in race 1. I hope it continues that way!

CAECA: Yes. I've seen chariots destroyed, and drivers hurt, and it's heartbreaking, but let's hope these races will be injury free, for both
horses and drivers! NowÂ… where are those honey cakes, again? Ah! *takes a glass of wine from a server* and Falernian, too? Life *is* good!

Narratio resumeturÂ…
To be continuedÂ…

>
>
> A. Tullia Scholastica L. Juliae Aquilae S.P.D.
>
>
> L. Julia Aquila A Tulliae Scholastica S.P.D.
>
> I have been worried about you so I am so glad to see this note amica.
>
> ATS2: Even Avitus was worried because I couldn¹t go up to the class sites
> every day, or report in to the faculty list. I have been buried in exam
> correction; this one is a doozy, but I¹m on the last essay now, and maybe in a
> day or two I can finish. The instructional program is effectively over for
> that class (Sermo II), and I want to get their so-called midterm (really 2/3
> term) done so they can face the music, a.k.a. the final exam.
>
>>> > > ATS: It took over an hour for my vote to get to the Senate list.
>>> Maybe
>>> > > they hand-delivered it. They are doing maintenance on the search
>>> function,
>>> > > having previously removed the forwarding button, so maybe we can blame
>>> > > that...but I have noticed that some messages are missing.
>
> Some of mine are missing tonight also, not even sure if this will post:)
>
> ATS2: Several messages have been coming in out of sequence. I think all
> of your races came in, albeit delayed. Both of you have been doing a bang-up
> job on this, with wonderful, lively, colorful writing. The reports are a joy
> to read.
>
> However, I am wondering where our stalwarts are; where is Marinus, who
> always entered at least one of his two chariots? Where is Silvana, with her
> wonderful tales? Suntne rude donati? (have they retired?)
>
>>> > > ATS: Situation normal... All fouled up.
>
> Yes - all's write in yahoo-world
>
> ATS2: And often enough in the cyber world as a whole.
>
> Vale amica cara mea,
>
> Et tibi vale!
>
> Julia
>
> Scholastica
>
> --- In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com <mailto:Nova-Roma%40yahoogroups.com> , "A.
> Tullia Scholastica" <fororom@...> wrote:
>> >
>>> > >
>>> > >
>>> > > A. Tullia Scholastica L. Juliae Aquilae quiritibus, sociis,
>>> peregrinisque
>>> > > bonae voluntatis S.P.D.
>>> > >
>>> > >
>>> > > Avete!
>>> > >
>>> > > Forgive me my excitement but I tried posting the 3rd race thrice last
>>> night
>>> > > and they must be in yahoo's deadzone.
>>> > >
>>> > > ATS: It took over an hour for my vote to get to the Senate list.
>>> Maybe
>>> > > they hand-delivered it. They are doing maintenance on the search
>>> function,
>>> > > having previously removed the forwarding button, so maybe we can blame
>>> > > that...but I have noticed that some messages are missing.
>>> > >
>>> > >
>>> > > Now the warning (of a sort) So should the triplet arrive sometime in the

day

>>> > > or in the next few days, you, O citizens of this precious res publica,
>>> shall
>>> > > know why!
>>> > >
>>> > > ATS: Situation normal... All fouled up.
>>> > >
>>> > > Valete,
>>> > >
>>> > > Julia
>>> > >
>>> > > Vale, et valete.
>>> > >
>>> > >

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Lentulus sacerdos Concordiae Iuliae sacerdoti Veneris s. p. d.


Thank you Iulia for the prayer!

I want you all to involve in these 12 meditations on the 12 main Gods, the Dei Consentes, during the 12 days of the Ludi Novi Romani, celebrating the 12 years of our Republic.

There are truly wonderful and inspiring ideas when we start thinging about Venus, especially in the month of Mars, in connection with Mars and Nova Roma.

The daughter of Venus and Mars is Goddess Concordia, that's so inspiring to meditate about!

The Force and Strength, and Love and Beauty give life to Harmony, Agreement and Order. Nova Roma will prosper if we concentrate with our all energy, all forces and virtues on the bueatiful, positive side of our community, if we strengthen these elements of Nova Roma: and once we unite our own Mars in our spirits, and our own Venus inside, we can live and create a prosperous, united community around ourselves.

May Venus lend us Her enticing powers, to convince the world about our ideals, because they are worth it!

Visit and read, and if you can, expand this article:



http://novaroma. org/nr/Venus



VIVAT NOVA ROMA ANNORUM XII
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THE LUDI NOVI ROMANI OFFICIAL PAGE:
http://novaroma. org/nr/Ludi_ Novi_Romani/ MMDCCLXIII



--- Ven 5/3/10, luciaiuliaaquila <dis_pensible@...> ha scritto:








 









Salvete omnes,



Salve Venus Genetrix, Verticordia, Alma et Amica! Aurea, Deprecatrix et Bellatrix! Caelestis, Libitina - spumis est Dea dicta maris !

Felix, Obsequens, Calliplocamos, Callipygis, Nupta Diis, Compluta Cupidinibus, Compluta Votis, Susurratrix, Victrix!

Huc ades, anima laeta veni, Mater Venus!



Hail, Venus!, Giver of Life! O Changer of Hearts, Kindly Nurturer and Companion! O Golden One, Intercessor!

Golden One, Warrioress, and Celestial One! Giver of Life, Guide to the Departed – Goddess named after the foam of the sea! O

Auspicious one, She who Indulges, She of the beautiful tresses! She of the beautiful bottom, Bride of the Gods, Fulfiller of Desires!

Fulfiller of Vows, O Whisperer, O Victorious One!

Come be present, with joyful mind, Mother Venus!



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Aeneadum Genetrix, hominum divomque voluptas,

alma Venus, caeli subter labentia signa

quae mare navigerum, quae terras frugiferentis

concelebras, per te quoniam genus omne animantum

concipitur visitque exortum lumina solis:

te, dea, te fugiunt venti, te nubila caeli

adventumque tuum, tibi suavis daedala tellus

summittit flores, tibi rident aequora ponti

placatumque nitet diffuso lumine caelum.

(Titi Lucreti Cari De Rerum Natura Liber Primus 1-9)

Mater, te appello, age adsta, mane, audi; iteradum eadem ista mihi dic.



Mother of Rome, delight of Gods and men,

Dear Venus that beneath the gliding stars

Makest to teem the many-voyaged main

And fruitful lands- for all of living things

Through thee alone are evermore conceived,

Through thee are risen to visit the great sun-

Before thee, Goddess, and thy coming on,

Flee stormy wind and massy cloud away,

For thee the daedal Earth bears scented flowers,

For thee waters of the unvexed deep

Smile, and the hollows of the serene sky

Glow with diffused radiance for thee!

(Titi Lucreti Cari De Rerum Natura Liber Primus 1-9)



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Di Immortales Romae civibus Novis Romanis et praesentibus et futuris faveant!

May the Immortal Gods of Rome bless the citizens and future Citizens of Nova Roma



Optimé valéte in pace Veneris



Julia

Sacerdos Veneris Genetricis

--- In Nova-Roma@yahoogrou ps.com, "Cn. Cornelius Lentulus" <cn_corn_lent@ ...> wrote:

>

> Cn. Lentulus pontifex Quiritibus sal.

>

> During the 12 days of the Ludi Novi Romani, we commemorate about the 12 years of Nova Roma, and each day we honour one of the 12 Olympic Gods, the Di Consentes.

>

> After Mars, Vesta and Ceres, our meditations and prayers turn to the mighty and wonderful Goddess Venus, mother of the Roman race, we salute Venus in the month of Mars.

>

> Venus and Mars, Mars and Venus: the perfect synthesis, their true nature: and Concordia is born... can you continue?...

>

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>

>

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>

>

> Visit and read, and if you can, expand this article:

>

> http://novaroma. org/nr/Venus

>

> VIVAT NOVA ROMA ANNORUM XII

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>

> THE LUDI NOVI ROMANI OFFICIAL PAGE:

> http://novaroma. org/nr/Ludi_ Novi_Romani/ MMDCCLXIII

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Albucius patronus omnibus s.d.

A special event has been organized yesterday evening in Ludus Albatus to support our two White rigs still in the race of our Circenses : Albus ventus (Whitewind) driven by German Hermanus and owned by C. Maria Caeca, and Luxogenes, auriga Eporicus, owner P. Memmmius Albucius.

Free wine and food for every owner of the Albati supporters' card, and free wine for every one, specially for praesinus Ambicatos and venetus Emrys, and their whole team (if they could be drunk for the coming races...).

Albatus factio is still proud of its teams, with 2 rigs in the final four. Now the best will win, with the help of Fortuna. The white are just crossing fingers to have at least one auriga in Finals.

All the owners and aurigae, who have not been lucky enough to be still in the Race, have been invited : L. Livia Plauta and her both Galli, M. Hortensia Maior and her Carthaginian, M. Martianus Lupus with Barinthus, G. Equitius Cato with Lepidus, C. Cocceius Spinula and Ducaliter, C. Tullius Germanicus and Ulfilas, T. Iulius Sabinus Crassus with himself, M. Arminius Maior with Febronius and G. Petronius Dexter and Stolo. Naturally, Merddyn and Nervia are here to support their respective team mate still in the race.

It was a pleasant and peaceful time. People were wise enough not to speak politics. Probably wine and weather helped, as well as the curious atmosphere where several nations mixed and several languages were spoken.
Our Matronae were much interested by the physical statistics of our aurigae, specially the German, Gaul and Celt ones, "so terrrrrriiiiffffic" said one of them, who was looking for a table where to put one of the cups she was holding in each hand.
The fair hair and tall Nervia met a frank success with the senators, who did appreciate her sulky (normal for an auriga) pink lips, forgetting that she sulks because she has not still accepted her defeat and that her team training mate, Eporicus, be still in the race).

With the aediles curules and under the skilled eyes of Vestalis Maxima and also veneta Messallina, in the presence of all officials who made us the honor coming in our Ludus for this unformal friendly party, C. Maria Caeca and I have first paid homage to all the proud aurigae of every factiones who entered the Circenses and prayed, towards the altar of our Factio, Fortuna and Victoria in order they lead our chariots to the Finals and to victory.

ALBATI semper!!!!!

Valete omnes,


P. Memmius Albucius
patronus albatus

M. Moravius Piscinus Horatianus Quiritibus, cultoribus Deorum et omnibus salute plurimam dicit: Di vos salvam et servatam volunt.

Hodie est ante diem III Nonas Martias; haec dies comitialis est: Isidis Navigium


NAVIGIUM ISIDIS

"Isis, once stalled in Phoroneus' caves, now queen of Pharos and a deity of the breathless East, welcome with the sound of many sistrums the Mareotic bark, and gently with your own hand lead the peerless youth." ~ Statius, Silvae III.2.101-4

The opening of the sailing season in ports of the Roman empire began with a blessing of the boats. The Navigium was held in honor of Isis of Ptolemaic Egypt and was, inactuality, a Greek festival rather than Egyptian. The festival recalls how Isis had set off in search of Her murdered husband Osiris. Flower wreaths were thrown on the water as an image of Isis was brought down to the sea, as a blessing of boats and sailors, just as today in Italy images of the Virgin Maria are brought from her temples down into boats, with garlands tossed into the Mediterranean at the beginning of sailing season. The ancient celebration occasioned a procession described for us by Apuleius in the Metamorphosis 11 and by Clement at Alexandria in 'Stromateis' 6.4.37.1.

The procession was led by mimes, pantomimes, and dancers as might be expected in a pompa, but for this festival it seems that the
pantomimes satirized Greek myths. In Apuleius' account there was a man dressed as woman, probably recalling when Hercules served the Queen of the Amazons. Others were dressed in various professions as hunters, fishermen, soldiers, fowlers, philosophers, magistrates, and gladiators. They were not really part of the procession so much as they were members of the crowd joining in the celebration as at Carnival. Along with them others carried a bear, dressed as a matron, in a litter; a monkey was dressed as Ganymede; Pegasus was represented by a donkey fitted with false wings, beside whom walked an aged Bellerophon. Tertullianus gives a list of popular mimes of his day, which would seem related to the costumed revelers that Apuleius tells us preceded his fictional procession of Isis. "Anubis Adulterer, Mr. Moon, Diana Flogged, Jove's Last Testament, and as a comedy, Three Hungry Hercules (Ad. Nat. 15)." Such descriptions do not tell us anything about the Isiac cultus. Instead they represent popular entertainments as might be seen in conjunction with any festival. Even Tertullianus' mention of a skit portraying Anubis does not relate specifically to a Isiac festival but might be presented at the festival of any deity.

The procession proper followed with maidens dressed in white, crowned with flowers, "moved with symbolic gestures of delight," some strew flowers from their aprons, others, carrying mirrors and combs, mimicked dressing Isis' hair, and still others sprinkled the streets with perfumes. Then hosts of men and women followed in groups, those of each group carrying lanterns, or torches, candles, or lamps "in honor of Her who was begotten of the Stars of Heaven." Musicians and choirs followed. Heralds called out, "Make way for the Goddess!" These in turn were followed by those newly initiated into the Mysteries of Isis. All were dressed in white and each bore sistra of bronze, gold, or silver; the women with their hair loosened down, anointed, and covered in silk hoods, the men with the bare heads clean shaven in the fashion of Egyptian priests.

The ministers followed next, each carrying a symbolic attribute. First came the Lychnophoros, who held a golden lamp made in the shape of a boat. This lamp he held high to represent Serapis-Helios. Second came the Cantor, a priest bearing in his hands models of
altars and who recited the first two books of Thoth concerning the hymns to the Gods and Goddesses and the rules of the Royal Life.
Third then was the Astrologer holding a golden palm leaf, an hourglass, and caduceus, reciting the next four books of Thoth that
dealt with the fixed stars, the movement of the planets, conjunctions of the sun and moon, and finally one on the risings of the sun and
moon. Fourth came the Stolist bearing the Hand of Justice and a small golden bowl shaped like a breast from which he poured libations of milk. The Scribe, found in Clement's description but not with Apuleius, wore plumes, carried a ruler across a book along with a palette, ink and reed. He recited the books on hieroglyphs, cosmology, geography, course of the sun and moon, phases of the
planets, charts of the Nile River and on sacred measurements. A fifth priest held a golden winnowing fan, representing the basket in
which Isis placed the mutilated limbs of Osiris. This priest probably rectired the six remaining books of Thoth on the structure of the body, its diseases, and remedies. Lastly came a priest bearing the amphora, or the hydria of the Prophet. Images of the Egyptian Gods, or men dressed in masks, came next, representing Anubis, Hathor, a cistophorus carrying a basket or chest "that contained the Secret Things of Her unutterable Mysteries," and then the one who bore "a symbol inexpressible of the true religion that should be veiled in Deep Silence." This representation of Isis Apuleius described as a golden urn with rounded bottom, having a spout on one side, a handle on the other crested by the asp. The empty vessel, or the vessel from which sprout flowers, has long been the symbol of Goddesses, such as Juno, and is still seen in the symbolism of Christian art. Bringing up the rear, just as in Catholic ritual, was the high priest of Isis who, according to Apuleius, bore a sistrum and a crown of roses.

The procession came down to the docks, where a brand-new boat waited. The high priest purified the boat with sulfur, a torch, and
an egg, while reciting solemn prayers. Its keel was made of citron wood, its prow, curved in the form of a goose-neck was covered in
gold plates, its mat was made of a tall pine, on which white silk sails were embroidered in gold thread with hymns in praise of Isis.
The boat was laden with offerings, fuming incense, libations of milk, cinnamon, myrrh, cassia, and other herbs and spices of the orient. The mooring ropes were then cut, the boat sent off adrift, the crowds sending offerings of flowers after it, "winnowing fans piled with aromatic scents and other such offerings, and threw libations of milk mixed with crumbs of bread into the sea, until the ship, cargoed with plentiful gifts and auspicious devotions, Â… sailed out of sight into the distance of her course."

Returning then to the temple, the high priest and his servers replaced all of the sacred articles to their places. The Scribe, or
Hierogrammatos, crowned by two plumes, called the pastophori to him and read from a sacred book the vows annually made to Isis on behalf of the Emperor, the Senate, the Equestrians and Roman people, "and sailors and ships which come under the jurisdiction of Rome." Then, in Greek, rather than Egyptian, as the cultus of Isis and Serapis was Greek, the Scribe announced the opening of the sailing season (Ploiaphesia) with the words "Laois aphesis." He turned, climbing the steps to the sanctuary where he adorned the silver image of Isis with flowers and green fronds, and kissed Her feet before dismissing the gathered multitude. These returned to their homes carrying boughs of olive leaves and other wreaths, crowned in garlands of flowers, and as they filed pass, they too would kiss the feet of the silver image of Isis.


Today's thought is from Marcus Aurelius, Meditations 8.32

"You must compose your life act by every single act; and be satisfied if every action does its duty, achieves its own end, as far as is
possible; and no one can prevent thee from that achievement. "But something external will stand in the way." Nothing will stand in the
way of thy acting justly and soberly and considerately. "But perhaps some other active power will be hindered." Well, gladly accept the obstruction as it is, by acquiescing in the hindrance and by being content to a judicious transfer of thy efforts to that which is
allowed, another opportunity of action is immediately put before thee in place of that which was hindered, and one which will adapt itself to the composition of your life as discussed."

M. Moravius Piscinus omnibus s. p. d.

The aretalogy of Isis, found at Cyme, was written in Greek during the second century c.e. Included in the inscription was a claim to its having been copied from a stele at Memphis. Although reference may have been given to Egypt as the homeland of Isis, the ideas expressed here are derived from the Greek cult of Serapis. In style and conception, it is quite different than is found among the literature of Pharaonic Egypt. Several such aretalogies of Isis are known from other sites, and compare with the epiphany of Isis found in Book 11 of The Golden Ass by Apuleius, written around the same time.


The Aretalogy of Isis from Cyme

I am Isis, the mistress of every land, and I was taught by Hermes, and with Hermes I devised letter, both the sacred and the demotic, that all might not be written with the same letters:

I gave and ordained laws for all men and women, which no one is able to change.
I am the eldest daughter of Kronos. I am the wife and sister of King Osiris.
I am She who findeth fruit for men and women
I am the Mother of King Horus.
I am She that riseth in the Dog Star.
I am she that is called goddess by women.
For me was the city of Bubastis built.
I divided the earth from the heavens.
I showed the paths of the stars.
I ordered the course of the sun and moon.
I devised business in the sea.
I made strong the right.
I brought together man and woman.
I appointed women to bring their infants to birth in the tenth lunar month.
I ordained that parents should be loved by children.
I laid punishment upon those disposed without natural affection towards their parents.
I made with my brother Osiris an end to the eating of human flesh.
I revealed mysteries unto men.
I taught men and women to honor the images of the gods.
I consecrated the precincts of the gods.
I broke down the governments of tyrants.
I made an end to murders.
I compelled women to be loved by men.
I made the right to be stronger than gold and silver.
I ordained that the true should be thought good.
I devised marriage contracts.
I assigned to Greeks and to barbarians their languages.
I made the beautiful and the shameful to be distinguished by nature.
I ordained that nothing should be more feared than an oath.
I have delivered the plotter of evil against other men into the hands of the one he plotted against.
I established penalties for those who practice injustice.
I decree mercy to suppliants.
I protect and honor righteous guards.
With me the right prevails.

I am the Queen of rivers and winds and sea.
No one is held in honor without my knowing it.
I am Queen of War.
I am Queen of the Thunderbolt.
I stir up the sea and I calm it once again.
I am in the rays of the sun.
Whatever I please, this too shall come to an end.
With me everything is reasonable.
I set free those in bonds.
I am the Queen of seamanship.
I make the navigable unnavigable when it pleases me.
I create walls for cities.
I am called the Lawgiver.
I brought up islands out of the depths into the light.
I am Lord of Rainstorms.
I overcome Fate.
Fate hearkens to me.
Hail, O Egypt, that nourished me!

~translation by Fredrick C. Grant

Salvete ,

I have to say farewell.

I am no longer convinced that Nova Roma ever will reach it goals.

We see decline everywhere. We have lost more or less Spain, Italia and even in my own provincia Germania we are 2 citizens left who have been
active lately.We see a sharp decline in the number of citizens and the number of voters in the last election was shockingly low. An eye-opener for myself.

We see dispute and quarrel everywhere. Nothing has changed over the last 3 years and probably Nova Roma will continue like this.

I am tired of all this bickering .

Like this we will never ever be successful in building up an sovereign republic. But I have my doubts anyhow that too many of the leading citizens would be interessted in reaching this goal anyhow.Thus the best Nova Roma will turn out to be , is to become one of the numerous Roman societies out there already.

It was a nice experiment and I have gotten to know many interessting people, but it did not work out.

Thus I hereby step down as:

Curule Aedile Maior
Legatus Pro Praetore Provincia Germania
Accensus Consulibus
Scriba Censoribus
as member of the sodalitas proDIIS

and renounce my citizenship of Nova Roma.

All the Best to you.

Please refrain from contacting me to ask me to reconsider, I will not.

Valete, Best regards
Thomas Vogel , former Titus Flavius Aquila

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C. Petronius Cn. Lentulo suo s.p.d.,

> The daughter of Venus and Mars is Goddess Concordia, that's so inspiring to meditate about!

I think you speak about Harmonia the daughter of Venus and Mars, married to Cadmos the founder of Thebae, in a famous wedding celebrated by all Olympians gods. (At the end of their lives they were changed in snakes.)

But, at Rome the goddess Concordia is the sister of the goddess Pax, from unknown parents, as many numina of Rome.

In other hand some, ancient scholars by assimilation of Pax to Eirênê made her a goddess among the 12 Horae, (first the Horae were only 3 Thallo, Carpo and Auxo, [NB: they are not the sisters of Chico, Harpo, Groucho and Zeppo.] ) the daughters of Jupiter and Themis. In this case, as sister of Pax/Eirênê, Concordia could be a daughter of Jupiter and Themis.

I found the aedes/templum Concordiae was between the Scalae Gemoniae, and the temple of Vespasian and Titus, perhaps built by Camillus to celebrate the concord between patricians and plebeian, others think built by L. Manlius 218 BC, renewed by L. Opimius 121 BC and by Tiberius between 7 BC and 10 AD. In this temple, sometimes the senate convenend and there Cicero said his fourth Catilinary. In this temple too the senate condemned to death Sejanus, the prefet of Tiberius.

Another little temple or chappel dedicated to Concordia by the aedilis C. Flavius near the Vulcanal, in the Graecostasis (304 BC).

Optime vale.

C. Petronius Dexter
Arcoiali scribebat
A. d. III Nonas Martias P. Memmio K. Fabio II coss.

Publius Ann�us Constantinus Placidus omnibus civibus S.D.

Although I'm quite in a dark mood at the moment, I'm offering to all of
you the fifth item of the Ipse Dixit quiz.

*ITEM #5: Acta est fabula, plaudite!
*
1. What is the literal English translation of this phrase?
2. Who WROTE it?
3. According to the writer, who SAID it?
4. What is the actual meaning of the phrase in its common usage, outside
of its original context?

Please send your answers privately to me by sending an e-mail to
ugo.coppola@... - *please don't use the main NR list!*

Also, as always, you are strongly advised *NOT* to use Wikipedia, Google
or the Internet in general. :-)

Optime valete,
P. Ann. Con. Placidus

P.S.: Correct answers to all of the 4 questions above are worth 2 points
each.



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Lentulus Petronio sal.


As you've mentioned very well, there is indeed a difference between the gods from the Greek mythological point of view and from the Roman historical point of view, but the Romans themselves, too, alluded to Greek myths when interpreting or solemnly speaking about their own gods.

Concordia, though from one aspect is not equal to Goddess Harmonia, from another aspect She can be seen so, too, especially when evoking Her in a meditative, allegoric speech.

Vale quam optime, flamen!

Cn. Cornelius

Ah ha! Are you getting this, Dexter? Now we know about that tall man sitting in front of you. LOL
 

<<--- On Thu, 3/4/10, luciaiuliaaquila <dis_pensible@...> wrote:

Ave Messallina!

>*sends smelling salts just in case the sight of so many handsome >Celts gets to
>be a little too much* LOL

Thanks I just may need them, I understand there is a big burly blonde driver - oh for the love of the Venus, maybe ice water would do the trick. Oh and btw, contrary to anything you have heard, that was NOT me at midnight in my garden by the fountain of Venus with a sandy haired Gaul with our bare feet in the wishing pool. It was an illusion because of all the wine drinking at the races - and I am certain it was that big (and very drunk) tall man who blocked Dexter's view because he is the only one who could possibly peer over the garden walls. He was probably looking at a pair of statues, probably Mars and Venus, they are so realistic. Yes! That sounds about right *risum*

Vale,

Julia>>




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Congratulations to Maria Caeca on her victory!
(Hmm... I should have used stronger glue. LOL)
Enjoy it while it lasts because...
VENETA - VENI VIDI VICI! GO BLUES!
 
Ah, Dexter and his flag - so cute. LOL
 
Maxima Valeria Messallina
 


<<--- On Thu, 3/4/10, luciaiuliaaquila <dis_pensible@...> wrote:

LUDI NOVI ROMANI 2763 AUC: LUDI CIRCENSES QUARTERFINAL 4

JULIA: Salvete quirites and guests to the 4th race of the Ludi Circenses. What a magnificent day for a race! The air is perfumed with exotic spices woven into floral wreaths of many varieties and sizes and maidens parade past the crowds sprinkling tender petals of rose of many colors and hues! The gods of the winds work discreetly to be sure we are kept cool and the wonderful scents are dispersed to keep out – other – less pleasant odors.
Our wonderful Domina C. Maria Caeca is not able to be with us today as she will be down on the sidelines of the racetrack cheering on her own Chariot, White Wind.
With me in the broadcast box today is Faustus Fannius Felix, known by many of you as Faustus Felix - the merchant who sells successful good luck charms in all price ranges.
Would you mind giving us a summary to date of the winners, Fannius!

FAUSTUS FELIX: Of course! I am honored to be here on this fine day Domina! *stands and moves to the edge of the box* The crowds are cheering, stomping their feet, waving colored cloth and flags! What a roar from the Albatae! Consul Albucius and his family are taking their seats – he is, as you well know, the owner of Luxogenes, the winner of the first quarterfinal.

JULIA: It appears some of the spectators are already well in their cups, as I see others of other factions cheering also – oh wait – I believe they are cheering as well for the Consul's wine which is flowing as free as the Tiber after a storm!

FAUSTUS FELIX: Ah and a good wine it is!
The Praesina faction is also quite active and exuberant; they are the winners of race 2 – Sunburst owned by Quintus Servilius Priscus in quite an exciting race of skill and daring. The action is picking up out there so I will hurry this along citizens and guests – the third race went to the Veneta faction won by Windchaser IV, owned by Maxima Valeria Messalina and didn't her driver caused quite a stir! *he cast eyes full of merriment towards Julia*

JULIA: Oh that he did Fannius! But today's line up will not pale in comparison to the other races for today.
In lane 1 we will have L. Livia Plauta's second chariot Amaxa, driven by Arctus. *a loud cacophony of cheers and shouts for Russata nearly drown out the announcer* Arctus is an experienced driver who employs an intense focus to support a constant pace of his steeds all the while using superb peripheral vision to avert any disasters borne of his opponents tactics.

FAUSTUS FELIX: Starting from lane 2 the chariot Incitatus, driven by Stolo and owned by C. Petronius Dexter of the Venetae…

JULIA: Oh the excitement, the Venetae are shouting joyfully *stands swiftly and claps lightly, strands of golden hair fall loose from her long braid*
O! O! Over there! Doesn't owner Petronius Dexter look dashing in his blue pallium! Ah! my friends the wind-nymphs have moved it just enough to get a peek at his lovely blue tunic! The Venetae roar as he walks like Cicero in the forum waving his huge blue flag in long wide arcs and shouting in a booming orator's voice: "Venetorum vexillum!"

Petroni! Petroni! * waves*

FAUSTUS FELIX: Yes, a commanding presence he is – now it remains to be seen if his driver Stolo will compliment that performance! I have seen him win before, he begins as if he has left the race - the other drivers appear to forget about him then suddenly he surges forward and takes the prize! Now this is g…

JULIA: *suddenly jumps from her seat her face alight with delight* And there stands Domina Caeca! Her gleaming white chariot White Wind – a fortuitous name for a chariot – pulled by a magnificent team of white Arabians! The Albae are in high spirits shouting their hurrahs loud enough for even the most remote Gods to hear them!!!!

FAUSTUS FELIX: Maria Caeca's driver, her man is Hermanus, He looks in fine form! *his voice booms over the field with a subtle touch of challenge* That's the kind of man that can command a team of horses with little care especially after being used to driving Celtic War chariots – of course he will not have scythes protruding from his tires - it remain to be seen if he has as much brains as brawn!

JULIA: Oh yes, he looks almost like a gladiator *her chest rises in a slow breath and her azure eyes take on a bright glow* I just feel that today will be a most thrilling spectacle – thrilling just to watch those unkempt sun kissed blond locks fly in the wind for a start. He has quite a way with the horses also, I swear by Neptune he keeps treats in his long mass of a beard for the horses to discover while he whispers in their ears. His touch for his horses seem gentle enough, his magnificent blue eyes seem sincere and intense but there an undercurrent of danger lies beneath that hard brutish body..

FAUSTUS FELIX: His touch is not gentle on the track, at best it is moderate, his opponents are fully aware he is there and he has been known to be quite aggressive. I do hope Maria Caeca has full control of that German.

JULIA: That she does, that she does *thinks if only she could get him to remove his filthy beard*
Here is the other reason why the Russae are also exuberant and raising such a commotion! They have two chariots in this race! Coming into view is the Lusitana, owned by the young gallant C. Cocceius Spinula who is waving at the crowd and charming the ladies! He is also running his personal horse in his team, Minerva, a fine mare she! His driver is Ducaliter whom I do not know much of...

FAUSTUS FELIX: Ducaliter is a strategic driver, he bides his time, saving the energy of his team but when he moves he is as swift as lightening.

JULIA: This Ludi has seen some fine agitatores!

FAUSTUS FELIX: Much to your pleasure I see… *waving away the server boy, reaches forward to grab a cooked egg, globula and wrap it in a piece of bread from the buffet the Rota set up courtesy of the Consul*

JULIA: Much to all of our pleasures, there is always something for everyone at the races – even from where you sit, Fannius. *a mischievous smile adorns her lips*
Ah the horses are taking their parade lap! The horses are full of energy, see how they prance! I see Cato and Maior are both standing by one of the vendors nearest the track, they appear to be chatting – and Cato seems be laughing heartedly, a smile on Maior's face… after Cato accepts a cup of wine from her.

FAUSTUS FELIX: Is this a surprising thing?

JULIA: *quiet laugh* Only time will tell *waves to both Cato and Maior who wave back* Ah and here comes Lentulus and Sulla to join them as they make their way to the Senate box – perhaps there will be a pre-race show after all, but they all appear to have pleasant look on their face – and huge goblets of wine in their hands!

FAUSTUS FELIX: I do hope they remember this is not the gladiatorial games *chuckles and chokes slightly on a bit of food, washing it down with yet more wine*
The roar of the crowd is making me deaf! *takes another huge sip of wine to wash down the delicacies he gobbled*
The parade of the chariots around the Circus Maximus is drawing to the end! *he reaches into his pocket and rubs a silver charm for good luck* All those flags waving are making me dizzy!

JULIA: What is making you dizzy is all the good wine you've been drinking, that which you are not used to! *jumps to her feet and to the edge of the box*
The chariots are in their position in the starting gates!
The trumpets sound the signal, the mappa drops to the ground, the gates are sprung, and they are off!!!!
Horses and chariots thunder onto the track!

FAUSTUS FELIX: What in Iuppiter's name is that on the back of the Albata Chariot! A small mirror? To blind an opponent?

JULIA: Mercy no, it is well shielded, Caeca installed it there so whomever is following her man Hermanus can see himself behind her chariot, just where Hermanus wants them.

The pace seems awfully cautious and they are half way through the straight away…
Oh by Iuppiter's great… uhm…
Lusitania nearly was pushed into the dolphin by Whitewind! I would have thought Whitewind would surge forward but he seems to have a more aggressive strategy in mind… eliminating the competition early! I do hope that Hermanus remembers that the goal of a chariot race is to get to the finish line first, not to destroy all other chariots and kill the other drivers!
Listen to the boos and catcalls coming from the Russae!
Hermanus steers his chariot away but into Incitatus swiping the side of his chariot! Great maneuver on both Lusitania and Incitatus' part as both drivers recover! It appears as if Hermanus is marking their chariots with the white paint from Whitewind!

FAUSTUS FELIX: A little blood and guts never hurt anyone – an observer that is *reaches for and grabs a young server girl*

JULIA: Put her down, she is not on the menu – neither is the boy!
It is the red Amaxa in the lead followed dangerously close by white then blue then red…! As they come around the bend it is difficult to see to through the mists of the sand made by pounding hooves and whirling wheels! They are heading into the 2nd lap and I can hardly believe my own eyes! Incitatus -blue and Lusitania -red, thunder forward passing Amaxa!
Wait! Oh wait! Amaxa passes them both on the straightaway causing them both to crash into each other!
What a maneuver!
Ducaliter recovers and engages in a shouting match with Arctus but it appears as if…
No… no… is Incitatus out?!
Stolo appears to be bleeding,*her eyes flash at the site of blood* his chariot is weaving slightly – the venetae are shouting support!!!! Hermosa who has been lurking and laughing from behind is now swiftly making his advance towards Incitatus! Stolo recovers! He is moving his chariot into first position, Hermosa pulls up beside him, just a nose behind Incitatus and appears to be taunting him, but there is no smile on his face – the albae have a true fighter manning the Whitewind.

FAUSTUS FELIX: Now this is more like it!
It is blue- Incitatus by a length, white, and red –Lusitania - and red – Amaxa - are neck to neck but right on the tail of white!
I doubt very much they are gazing in Whitewind's mirror!
What is Whitewind doing as they enter the 3rd lap? He has moved up and is now keeping pace with Incitatus and allowing Amaxa to come foreward keeping Incitatus locked in a precarious position, here comes Lusitania taking the lead and passing Amaxa like quick silver!

JULIA: Amaxa continues to maintain a swift but easy pace - the driver appears to be holding them back just a bit into the turn!
Again it's difficult at times to see beyond the thick dust whipped up by spinning chariot wheels and speeding hooves even at this height but Lusitania is in the lead, Amaxa follows close behind, then a length behind is Whitewind followed by Incitatus!
*jumps up and leans over the edge*
The crowd is thunderously loud, flags of every color are waving!
The Albae are jumping out of their seats, white flags are being tossed into the air!
Whitewind is propelling forward passing all the others and take the lead! He is shouting something in German! Incitatus is shouting angrily and is right on Whitewind's tail as they head down the final stretch. They are almost neck and neck! The two drivers are taunting each other as the Lusitania and Amaxa attempt to take advantage and reclaim their positions!
And here they come!!!
They are an explosive mass of machine, shining drops of sweat fly off both man and horseflesh - moving at dangerous speeds towards the finish line!
Is that a short high pitched whistle coming from Whitewind's Hermanus? He's tossing his head back and making a subtle movement with the reigns and in response the Arabians seem to fly like Pegasus towards the finish line- a length and a half at least, maybe two, for the win! Followed by Incitatus in second place then Amaxa Russata is third place but just a nose ahead of Lusitania Russata in fourth.
So at the end of the fourth quarterfinals it's Albata, Veneta, Amaxa Russata and Lusitania Russata.
So, Whitewind with the driver, Hermanus, will continue to the semi finals!

FAUSTUS FELIX: That was an excellent end to the quarterfinals! I do hope that Hermanus' confidence persists – he will face tough competition, even moreso because of his tactics, but, let's just say if I was a betting man…

JULIA: *shakes head and sighs*

FAUSTUS FELIX: Let's just say then… I would put a healthy wager on him. Look at him taking his gold torque off his upper arm and waving it as the crowds cheer wildly!

JULIA:*curls her lips in a subtle smirk while accepting a cool drink from the server boy*

FAUSTUS FELIX: Eh? What is all that commotion, the crowds are parting, now it is not only the albae who is cheering.

JULIA: It appears as if our Caeca has a surprise of her own for us!
Dancing girls! In white! With silver baubles! Tons of white rose petals tossed into the air by beautiful youths! * laughs sweetly as a youth appears and gently tosses white rose petals in her direction, but avoiding Fannius*
Oh Caeca you are full of surprises! *laughs* I do notice she has Hermanus closely keeping an eye on the girls and youths! One would only hope his loyalty to his mistress will one day earn him his Roman Citizenship.

Well that is the end Fannius, for today anyway!

Fannius? Fannius? Well it appears he has already left to enjoy the dancing girls!

Narratio resumetur…>>




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Ay, Dexter you're so funny! LOL


<<--- On Fri, 3/5/10, Gaius Petronius Dexter <jfarnoud94@...> wrote:

C. Petronius electissimis praeconibus nostris plurimam salutem dicit,

> > JULIA: Salvete quirites and guests, welcome to the 4th race of the Ludi Circenses. O diem praeclarum! What a magnificent day for a race! The air is perfumed with exotic spices woven into floral wreaths of many varieties and sizes and maidens parade past the crowds sprinkling tender petals of rose of many colors and hues! The gods of the winds work discreetly to be sure we are kept cool and the wonderful scents are dispersed to keep out – other – less pleasant odors.

- I think those roses genetically modified... is it not too soon in the beginning of March to have yet flourished roses?

> > With me in the broadcast box today is Faustus Fannius Felix, known by many of you as Faustus Felix - the merchant who sells successful good luck charms in all price ranges.

- Oh, Mr 3F? Warning, under the 3 F, for the fans of widzards' tales, it appears the sign of the Beast... 666. ;o)

FAUSTUS FELIX: Starting from lane 2 the chariot Incitatus, driven by Stolo and owned by C. Petronius Dexter of the Venetae…

- Yeaaah! Go Blues! Hip hip hurrah!

>> JULIA: Oh the excitement, the Veneta crowd are shouting joyfully *stands swiftly and claps lightly, strands of golden hair fall loose from her long braid*

O! O! Over there! Doesn't owner Petronius Dexter look dashing in his blue pallium, ah my friends the wind-nymphs have moved it just enough to get a peek at his lovely blue tunic! The Venetae roar as he walks like Cicero in the forum waving his huge blue flag in long wide arcs and shouting in a booming orator's voice: "Venetorum vexillum!"<<

- Venetorum vexillum! Velocissimi Veneti Vindent!

> Petroni! Petroni! * waves*

> > FAUSTUS FELIX: Yes, a commanding presence he is – now it remains to be seen if his driver Stolo will compliment that performance! I have seen him win before, he is so subtle it is as if he has left the race - the other drivers appear to forget about him then suddenly he surges forward and takes the prize!

- Yeaaah! Go here:
http://www.novaroma .org/nr/Stolo_ %28Nova_Roma% 29

> > - Hermanus steers his chariot away but into Incitatus swiping the side of his chariot!

- OOOOOOOOH!

> > Great maneuvers on both Lusitania and Incitatus' part as both drivers recover!

- Ufff!

> > - It appears as if Hermanus is marking their chariots with the white paint from Whitewind!

- Sceleste! Fraudator! Hermane, caudex!

>> It is the red Amaxa in the lead followed dangerously close by white then blue then red…! As they come around the bend it is difficult to see through the mists of the sand made by pounding hooves and whirling wheels! They are heading into the 2nd lap and I can hardly believe my own eyes! Incitatus -blue and Lusitania -red, thunder forward passing Amaxa!

- Go Blues! Go Blues! Come on, Stolo!

> >Wait! Oh wait! Amaxa passes them both on the straightaway causing them both to crash into each other!

What a maneuver!

- Booooohhhhhhh! Down Amaxa! Boooohhhh!

> > Stolo appears to be bleeding, his chariot is weaving slightly – the venetae are shouting support!!!!

- Go Blues! Go Blues! Come on Stolo! We will win! Velocissimi Veneti Vincent!

>>Hermanus who has been lurking and laughing from behind is now swiftly making his advance towards Incitatus!

Stolo recovers! He is moving his chariot into first position,

- Yeaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa aaah!

>> Hermanus pulls up beside him, just a nose behind Incitatus and appears to be taunting him, but there is no smile on his face – the albae have a true fighter manning the Whitewind!<<

- Come on Stolo! Come on, Stolo!

> > JULIA: Is that a short high pitched whistle coming from Whitewind's Hermanus? He's tossing his head back and making a subtle movement with the reigns and in response the Arabians seem to fly like Pegasus towards the finish line- a length and a half at least, maybe two, for the win! Followed by Incitatus in second place then Amaxa Russata is third place but just a nose ahead of Lusitania Russata in fourth.

- A second place is not enough to continue but we have a Venetus in the semifinals. Go Blues! Go Blues!
"VELOCISSIMI VENETI VINCENT"

Optime valete.

--
C. Petronius Dexter
Arcoiali scribebat
a.d. III Non. Mart. P. Memmio K. Fabio II coss.>>




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Cn. Lentulus civibus suis, praesertim Germanis s. p. d.


Shocking and sad, to see the Aedilis leaving our republic in the midst of the Aedilician Games!

Shocking and sad, to see Aedilis Curulis Flavius leaving us, because he was a hard working, serious and good citizen.

We have lost a good citizen.

We will loose even more good ones, but we will never give up our dreams, *I* will not; and I have this faith, the faith that Nova Roma will reach its goals. Hard to believe, but not harder than in the Resurrection, in Afterlife, or in the Gods.

FAREWELL, GOOD T. FLAVIUS AQUILA!

DI TE INCOLUMEM CUSTODIANT!

--- Ven 5/3/10, Titus Flavius Aquila <titus.aquila@...> ha scritto:







 









Salvete ,



I have to say farewell.

















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Cn. Lentulus Quiritibus sal.

This is Day 5 of the Ludi Novi Romani, so the focus of my questions will be Year 5 of Nova Roma.


Thank to Valeria Messallina, now we have an another contestant besides Ti. Galerius Paulinus, but since it is still only two who answered questions, therefore, again, all previous questions are asked again, together with today's ones.

You can answer retroactively them.

CITIZENS! Participate in the Nova Roma History Quiz!

Learn to know your republic, Quirites, if you have Nova Roma at your heart!


THE QUESTIONS (Day 1, 2, 3, 4, 5)

Do not forget, you can answer questions of day 1, 2, 3 and 5, too!


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QUESTIONS - DAY 5 - YEAR 5

Q9. At the beginning of the 5th year of Nova Roma, (2755 AUC / 2002 CE), the honorific title "Pater Patriae" was introduced. To whom was it given, and by whom was it proposed?

Q10. A significant part of that year was marked by a conflict arisen between the two consuls, originating from law proposal. Who were these consuls, and what was the conflict between them?

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QUESTIONS - DAY 4 - YEAR 4

Q7. In the 4th year of our republic (2754 AUC / 2001 CE), a prominent citizen who had the honour having the citizen ID # 1, renounced his citizenship. Who was he, by his full Roman name?

Q8. The 4th year of our State saw the reconstruction of the Roman social system of distinguishing capite censi and assidui. Tell us the name of the law, and of the person who introduced it.

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QUESTIONS - DAY 3 - YEAR 3

Q5. Name 3 Nova Roman provinces established in the Third Year of Nova Roma, 2753 AUC / 2000 CE.

Q6. We had a female quaestor (quaestrix) in that year, serving in her third term in the same office. Who was she?

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QUESTIONS - DAY 2 - YEAR 2

Q3. What was the most memorable event in 2752 AUC?

Q4. Name 3 citizens who received Nova Roman citizenship in Year Two, and are still within the republic as citizens.

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QUESTIONS - DAY 1 - YEAR 1

Q1. What was the address of the original mailing list of Nova Roma, settled in the First Year, 2750 AUC?

Q2. What was the exact date of the declaring of our (limited) sovereignty?
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RULES OF THE NOVA ROMAN HISTORY QUIZ:

See:

http://novaroma. org/nr/Ludi_ Novi_Romani/ MMDCCLXIII

Each day for the next twelve days one or two questions will be posted that relate to the history of Nova Roma, exactly to that year of Nova Roma which equals to the number of the day of the Ludi Novi Romani, and the day of March.

So at the first day of the Ludi Novi Romani, there will be two questions about the first year of Nova Roma.

1. Each correct answer is worth 1 point.
An extra point may be awarded for an especially detailed and
excellent answer.
2. Answers are to be sent to my e-mail address <cn_corn_lent@ yahoo.it> within 24 hours after the posting of the questions.

3. My decision is final in interpreting what is and
what isn't a correct answer.

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Visit the the Ludi Novi Romani page:

http://novaroma. org/nr/Ludi_ Novi_Romani/ MMDCCLXIII