Topic: Fio's Surprise Party: Well-wishes

Steve Armstrong

Date: 2013-06-18 23:59 EST
A white, leatherbound bearing Fionna's name in gold caliography was set out on a table in the garden dining area. It was there that attendees could leave more lasting and memorable well-wishes for the guest of honor or fond recollections as they passed through.

At it's side was a large, life-sized statue worked entirely from many different metals, all bound by the will and strength of another into something familiar. The figure they made was demurely feminine; a willowy being of proud posture fleshed in beautifully burnished coppers, bronzes, and silvers, all toned in imitation of the guest of honor. At it's feet lay miniaturized passions, from a motorcycle with a sidecar and a cello, to paintbrushes and other familiar implements. Impressively wrought and crafted with care, the perceptive would note that more than one natural opening between metals revealed that it's entire bone structure (and particularly it's spine) were all crafted in stainless steel.

At the bottom, a placard read: ?Heroes didn't leap tall buildings or stop bullets with an outstretched hand; they didn't wear boots and capes. They bled, and they bruised, and their superpowers were as simple as listening, or loving. Heroes were ordinary people who knew that even if their own lives were impossibly knotted, they could untangle someone else's. And maybe that one act could lead someone to rescue you right back.?

Issy

Date: 2013-06-19 12:01 EST
Fionna~

There are absolutely not enough words in my knowledge to adequately convey my appreciation for your service to this city. In the two years I have come to know you, not just as a citizen, but our citizen prime, I have found an incredible amount of candor, integrity and respect for you and your office. You have inspired the people of this city, and indeed myself, to soar beyond, to care, and to act. Our fair city is forever changed for the better because of you and the ethic of honesty that you brought to the office of Governor.

Thank you for your service. Thank you for your inspiration. Thank you for leading us to what we knew we could become. This city, and every citizen therein, will forever be in your debt.

Le on?ir is airde i gc?na?,
Your servant,
Isuelt DeRomiano

Katt Batten

Date: 2013-06-19 12:49 EST
Really don't know what to say here that I haven't already said to you in person...

You have done so much for the people and some of it, I know, will be missed when you step down. Over the past few years I've seen you take charge and step forward in such a way that is inspiring and I hope continues to inspire people in years to come. You have given so much and not many people realize that. You felt it, dealt it, and kept moving forward. You have changed and touched many lives, including my own, and for that I thank you.

You are one person I had always been proud to call friend and know even though you are stepping down if you ever need something that I am there for you as I am sure many of the city would be just as equally proud to step up for you.

You are an awesome person, Fio, and never forget that.
Lots of ♥
~Katt

Sulissurn

Date: 2013-06-19 14:04 EST
A fine Matron you have been.
--S

Caroline Granger

Date: 2013-06-19 15:17 EST
A soft package wrapped in white linen is set among the well-wishers' gifts, tied about with green ribbon. Within it lies twenty yards of utterly unique material - a sweet, eclectic conglomeration of new weave, painted, and printed, only made once and never to be repeated. A unique cloth created solely for the outgoing Governor and friend. It wasn't exactly a difficult thing to guess who it could have come from.

The message left in the books itself was written in a familiarly flowing, yet always slightly illegible hand.

For the truest friend of Rhy'Din City these past two years,

Don't walk behind me; I may not lead. Don't walk in front of me; I may not follow. Just walk beside me and be my friend.

And sock it to 'em good!

Love and best wishes,
Caro

The Redneck

Date: 2013-06-19 17:05 EST
"Best there is. Best there was. Thank you for everything you did, and for everything you wanted to be able to do. And thank you for giving it everything you had.
Much respect and admiration,
Thorn."

Spell

Date: 2013-06-19 17:13 EST
When are you going to have mine baby? Steve doesn't need to know!

Audrey Horne

Date: 2013-06-19 22:46 EST
Fio,

You sure were a memorable governor! Thank you for allowing me to be a part of the GAC. We really need to set up another play date for the kids. I wish you luck with whatever you choose to do in the future.

Sincerely,

Audrey

PrlUnicorn

Date: 2013-06-20 06:49 EST
Fionna,

Best wishes to and your family as you begin a new chapter in your life.

Colleen Fenner

P.S. Enjoy the Cognac, it's from our family.

Brian Ravenlock

Date: 2013-06-20 08:37 EST
Fio,

While we haven't worked together as much as I would have liked to, I want to thank you for all you have done on behalf of all of us here, in Rhy'Din.

The bar you have set is most incredible, and I dare say we have our work cut out for us. But I can promise you this. Like you, we will not give up and we will all keep moving forward to assure this place continues to be one you'd be proud of.

You are easily the Governor we did not deserve, and yet you were the one fates blessed us all with, and for that I personally am thankful.

And while there are things we may not have agreed upon, my support of you and your work has always remained and will always do so.

If ever you need anything, Fio. It is yours.

Thank you again, Fio. You are one of the rare ones indeed and I am thankful we had you in the capacity we did, and more so I look forward to seeing what the future holds for you, and the many blessings that await you.

Also...

I know we never talked of 'Raven' and what not... I am deeply sorry for that, and the trouble Jacyn had caused. I also wanted to thank you for what you did during that time, as I know it was not easy to deal with.

Blessings to you and yours, Fio.

~Brian

Lirssa Sarengrave

Date: 2013-06-20 17:22 EST
Mom,

Well done, well respected, well deserved -- and if you miss the multitudes of messages in a few weeks, let me know, and I'll start sending random notes to help you get over the withdrawal.

-?toile

Candy Hart

Date: 2013-06-21 17:30 EST
Candy didn't make an appearance, but before the end of the night a package would be left on the table beside the book for well wishers. Wrapped in simple brown paper, the attached note read, "Fio - Open in private - Candy"

The brown paper covers a box that houses a finely crafted case. Within the case rests two customized pistols built perfectly to fit Fioanna's grip and act as an extension of her hands. Polished black, no expense spared in their creation, they would be durable and effective. Between the two guns sat a silver compass and a note. The needle on the compass didn't point north but toward Fionna, no matter her location in relation to it. The note reads as follows:

"The compass isn't broken. It points to the best guide you have. Never lose faith in yourself.

I won't."

Edward Batten

Date: 2013-06-21 18:17 EST
The Playboy also did not make it to the party. WestEnd wasn't a place he went to, with his uniquely enhanced physiology - it tended to cause him problems - but a gift and a note were delivered in his stead.

The gift was wrapped in silk, and once unveiled proved to be an exquisite cherry wood box, emblazoned with a silver elk's head on the top. Opening it, the former Governor would find a very familiar bottle inside.

http://i.imgur.com/ujQqqLU.jpg

The note read thusly:

Dear Fionna,

Let me first begin by saying it was a pleasure serving as a member of your council, even if I didn't always make it to the meetings. You were a damned fine Governor, and I hope that those that come after you learn from your shining example.

I gave you this as a gift a couple years ago, and you tried to sell it off. I can't say I was insulted by the gesture, because I got it back, and it was a good way of raising monies that I am certain went exactly where they should have gone.

Don't sell it this time. Enjoy it. You've earned it, several times over.

Always,

Ed

Steve Armstrong

Date: 2013-06-22 14:02 EST
Outside of the acquisition of the book and, likely, the creation of the statue, Steve's contribution to the well-wishes was short:

Politicians don't make the world a better place. People do. You were, and continue to be, the embodiment of that. And it's only one of the many things to admire and enjoy about you.

I'm still here.

-Stefan

Icer1978

Date: 2013-06-25 08:15 EST
The West end was a town she usually avoided, but the little dragon slid along the streets until she had arrived t her destination. A grin upon her snout as she moved to the table where the book and gifts lay.

Hers was simple enough. A bouquet of iceflowers tied up in a purple ribbon.

Setting then alongside the book, she thought for a moment, before picking up the pen within the tip of her tail.

Dear Fio, You were a wonderful leader. May you have many peaceful days with kin and loved ones in the future.

Sincerely, Icer Shimmerscale, and family.

Ebon Ilnaren

Date: 2013-06-25 21:05 EST
The Ilnarens had arrived late to the party--family matters had a habit of arising unexpectedly, as Fionna herself knew--and left their gift among the rest before mingling with the other guests.

Within the wrapped box, there lay a set of jewelry--necklace and matching earrings--that had been handcrafted by Phen to complement Fionna's natural features without distracting. A card rested atop the gift.

Fionna,

Thank you for your service to this city, for your patience and warm heart, and for your willingness to listen to the needs of Rhy'din. There have been I know you haven't always agreed with some of the business that came across your desk or popped up in Council meetings, but you always gave everyone a fair shot with more grace than perhaps they deserved.

You have been a fantastic governor for Rhy'din, and I hope you enjoy your well-deserved respite from the hectic world of politics.

Yours in friendship,
Ebon Ilnaren

PS: We'll have to take a turn in the Arena one of these days.

Rena A Cronin

Date: 2013-07-04 20:34 EST
Ms. Helston,
Even though you and I didn't interact much during your years of service to the city, I appreciate greatly what you did. Running a city, raising a family and finding time for yourself is not easy to do and you did it with grace and style.

I hope you enjoy the gifts included with this note.

Sincerely,
Rena Cronin


In the flat box was a candle holder:

http://i1071.photobucket.com/albums/u519/renaacronin/Candle%20Holders/holder1_zps6dcfab84.jpg


Also was a larger box with a variety of candles in different sizes, scents and colors to fit anyone's mood.