Life in the Middle Ages Matt D

Dear Frank,

I have just witnessed Sir Lancelot complete his ceremony to becoming a knight. I'm writing to you on Christmas night since squires are usually knighted during one of the feasts or holidays. The ceremony to becoming consists of many things. It starts with a ritual bath on the eve of the ceremony where the knight to be is dressed in white. Then, a prayer vigil would begin and continue through the all through the whole night with Lancelot's arms on the altar. Before the master of the ceremony dubbed Lancelot on his shoulders with a sword, he swore an oath while kneeling. In this oath, Lancelot said "he would always defend a lady. He would speak only the truth. He would be loyal to his lord. He would be devoted to the church. He would be charitable and defend the poor and helpless. He would be brave. When on a quest, he would remove his armor and arms only while sleeping. He would never avoid dangerous paths out of fear. He would be on time for any engagement of arms, like a battle or tournament. Upon returning to his home or lord's court from an adventure, he would always tell of his escapades. If taken prisoner, he would give up his arms and horse to his opponent and not fight the opponent again without the opponent's consent. He would fight only one-on-one against an opponent." After that, the knight dressed in armor, received his sword, mounted his horse and participated in some games to demonstrate his skills.

Your lad,

Matt

Medieval Life....Kevin H

Dear, King Arthur

We are currently in the desert in the middle of Israel. We have been fighting the Muslims for about 3 months. At first there were about 6,000 troops but the number has dwindled to 2,500. Although more than half our troops are gone, the Muslims aren’t fairing any better. We were outnumbered 6,000 to 10,000 and they have gone to 3,000. The amounts of courage the soldiers have are far more impressive than the amount of soldiers we killed. I am happy to report to you sire that we are one day away from the Holy Land. There we will take over and get rid of the Muslims once and for all. If someone doesn’t embrace the teachings of Christianity then they will be executed under the name of lord and savior.

Sincerely,

Kevin H

Life in the Middle Ages - Henry C.

Dear Father,

I write this letter to inform you about my well being and what has been going on around. The town I live in; Constantinople, has had first sightings of the bubonic plague. I've heard terrible things about such disease as it comes with painful lumps and sores. Many people fear that this is a punishment from God and that for whatever sins they may have done they must repent. In the streets the disease seems to be spreading quickly, and so I've made a strong decision to leave town quickly seek refuge before the plague gets to me.

Your son,
Henry

Middle Ages Story- Letter of Destiny- Matthew Orso

Hello, my dear old friend,

Traveling through the Middle Ages, trying to procure money for my family and find a teacher has brought me much hardship in my life. Though my destiny has tried to tell me that my life should be spent working on a farm, I have never given up my dream. A multitude of misfortunes has plagued both me and my family, yet I have sustained my hopes to still become a swordsman. My perilous journey has just begun my friend. I hope this description will explain not only my recent agonies in life, but the chance to reach my paradise.

I have traveled throughout the towns, imploring masters to take on a lowly apprentice. The profession I choose will dictate where my future both begins and ends. My high hope is to become a swordsman. My country would revere and love me for both my craft and personality. My enemies would be in their depths of fear; my power would reach its zenith. Unfortunately this would not be the case.

When traveling to find a swordsmen master, my most unlikely foe would befall upon me. It was a foe that could not be trembled by the sword or by the blood of men. This foe could cause the blood of both men and women alike to boil. My words speak of the plague, a deadly disease that made more holes in the earth then creators in the moon.

No master would look upon a servant let alone teach them the ways of the sword without being in proper health. If it wasn’t for the kindness of a widow and the strength she provided me, my Crusade of life would’ve ended before single day turned to night. It took months of recovery and I had to repeatedly forebear myself from leaving bed, knowing my enemy would return but with stronger forces.

Eventually my strength returned as did my ambition to become a swordsman. As days turned into weeks, I continued to battle my personal demons. The hope seemed to be lost, my paradise seemed to fade. In the cold dead of winter only the love of the sword kept me warm and my dreams kept me alive.

One day a messenger came to the town I resided in to rest. He held a parchment from King Arthur’s royal court stating that a competition would be held. It was a swordsman tournament. The winner would receive glory as a knight and solider in his highnesses royal court. The losers would not survive the battle.

This is what my life has turned to my old friend. From our days as youngsters, you knew as well as I that my destiny would lead me to a life altering decision. Do not weep if I win, nor if I lose. This is my choice and I hope my choice leads me to my destiny.

God wills it,

Jopo Keth

(1345-1379)

Medieval life(Musical instrument)

This saturday, I an my wife went to King Richard the first's birthday party at the palace. All of my friends, especially Duke Horner, was supposed to join this party as well so I and my wife was excided. After getting ready for the party(all my servents were busy because of my wife's preprations), we rode on a wagon dragged by 4 horses. When we entered the palace, I could hear the sound of people and the music.

"Sir Seo!"

My friend Sir Ciavirella called me. I turned around with a bright countenance on my face.

"How are you, sir?"

"I am well. Thank you, sir."

After a short conversation. we went into the hall. In the hall, there were many knights, sirs, and madams. I was happy to see many people that I could not communicate with over a long time. I also met new people and had a conversation with them as well. However, one thing that caught my eyes were the musicians and the gleemen.



I saw a new instrument called organetto(Sir Horner told me the name later on). The instrument was like a pump combined with buttons that made sounds when the musician pus them.
It made a really clear sound which rang my heart for a long time. I heard that this instrument was invented a while ago but it became popular when 13th century started. The musician also sang a tenor part of the music piece while playing the instrument. The pump of the instrument seemed like a sheep skin and the instrument seemed portable.

The organetto played dance songs along with other instruments. During the party, I fells so much into the instrument that I planned to learn the instrument from a palace musician. When I came back home, I told this to my wife and she agreed. She said she would learn how to play organetto with me.

It was happy experience; I was happy to meet people and talk to them and also happy to see a new instrument that I have insterest in.

Life in the Middle Ages: A.Davanzo

Dear Father,
We have concluded our quest to recapture our holy lands which is being called the First Crusade. I am writing to you to describe this unique experience to you. Our ultimate goal was to capture Jerusalem. We also had to free the Eastern Christians from Islamic rule. We traveled together with knights and peasants. There were many more peasants then knights. Our first stop was Constantinople.
We split into two armies. The peasants were their own army and the knights made up the other. I was part of the knights. We were much more trained then the peasants and because of that we were able to reach Jerusalem while the peasants were not.
When we reached Jerusalem we launched an violent assault on the city. In 1099 we captured the city and erupted in happiness. We are now in the process of establishing the crusader states which we plan to name the Kingdom of Jerusalem, the County of Tripoli, the Principality of Antioch, and the County of Edessa.

  The Leaders of the First Crusade 

J. Horan

Dear Sir Cody,

I write to you today with the fear of being enlisted into the Crusader Army. The Crusaders are a group of Religious warriors that fight in the name of God. They have recently taken over Sicily and are converting all of the Sicilian people into their Religion. If the people refuse to convert Religions then they will be killed.

I have spoken to my cousin who is a part of the Crusader Army and he tells many horrific stories about the battles he fought in. His two best friends were taken as prisoners and months later he found their bodies eaten by scavengers and heads decapitated. I am extremely nervous and I am worried that if i do get enlisted into the Army, I will be killed.

One disturbing piece of news that I recently came across s that they are now forming a Children Crusader Army. I have know idea what our king's reason is to send children to fight against full grown men in battle but i believe that it is completely preposterous. The parents' of the children must be crazy as well as the king for sending the children into battle. I must go now and tend my father's sheep, stay in touch my dear friend.

Medieval Story

Ugh another day in the life of u sword.. All i do is just kill people and i feel bad about it. i didn't want to be sent on this earth to kill, i was sent to protect. Although some people use me for the wrong reasons i cant control what they do with me. If i could control what i was used for i would just protect and night fight back, killing isn't my job, protecting is. i miss you Lisa, very much. how are the kids? i hope they are doing well. when they separated us i didn't know what to do. i pray everyday that you guys are still in one piece. there isn't one day when i don't worry about you guys. i cant wait until the day we see each other again.

The soldiers take such good care of me. Lisa you would love to be here with me, they clean me daily and polish me and treat me like i'm royalty. Without me the soldiers wouldn't be able to go out and fight there battle. Although i have to kill people they take such great care of me. i have my own case with plenty of room, you and the kids would fit perfectly in here.

i was just writing to tell you that i miss you guys and i will be seeing you soon, tell the kids i love them.

Love, Ade

Sword in Battle

As the warrior approaches me, I stand strong in my captains hands. I've just been freshly sharpened and cleaned and I am ready to help my country win this battle. As the warriors gets even closer I am raised and slashed the other soldiers sword. We stand at a stalemate for a few seconds before I get pulled off. With no injuries yet, and hatred between the two sides, I knew that I needed to make an impact. I was thrusted into the enemies side, shedding mass amounts of blood. I knew he had been wounded badly for he didn't get up for awhile. Once he did, my master did not relent one bit. He took me and swung me around, doing devastated damage to the enemies hands. His fingers were gone and all he had left was his off hand. We both knew this will end well. As he lay on the ground with no signs of getting up, I was plunged into the enemies chest. Our job had been completed. With this we started our long journey home to where I knew I would finally get some much needed rest.

Life in the Middle Ages by Sunghoon H.

Dear My Sister,

How is life at Oxford University? We are very proud of you that you are attending great school! Whenever I meet my friends, I tell them my sister goes Oxford University. Since you left to the university, mother and father seem like they are lonely. If you have time (I know you will be busy in new school), send letters to them. I guarantee you they will love it. My life in here is still same. I am currently trying to compose new music. I think composer is my niche. For this time, I am going to put the lyrics, too! (You know I am ardent composer!)My best friend Andrew is helping me on composing new music. Since he plays the rebec, he is helping me a lot. I will tell you when I am done with my new music. Well, let's keep in touch, Sis!

P.S.

Here is some lyric that Andrew and I made.

As a composer of fascinating music

I write harmony for the magic.

Looking at the poor, everyday more

I could not abide, but to scribe...

This is so far I wrote. It is for the poor people who I want to give consolation with music. These days, I see so many emaciated people in the streets. I couldn't just live neglecting them. I will tell you more when I'm done!

Well, Enjoy your college life!

Sincerely,

Sung Hoon

Life in the Middle Ages- M. Giacopelli #3

Dearest Patrick,

Last time I wrote to you I was basically on my death bed. I thought that would be the last time one of my letters would be sent to you. As you know I was assailed by an extreme case of the black plague. Miraculously, I overcame this illness. I truly believe our prayers made me fight this disease and with the help of God beat it. It disgusts me to think about my state when I had the disease, as I was covered with red round shaped marks all over my body. My fever was overbearing and I had a constant feeling of nausea as I vomited often. I had a multitude of bumps on my body which began to split and puss out blood. This was the most painful feeling I've ever experienced as it really was ALL over my body. I lost a tremendous amount of weight, as i was almost emaciated and always felt light headed due to the loss of blood coming from my body. It really is a mystery how I recovered. I stayed in my bed for weeks, and when the doctor finally came he gave me medication. After a week of taking this prescription i saw improvement. I thank God and I thank the doctor for saving my life. I am hoping to see you soon.

Yours truly,

Matthew

Life in the Middle Ages - Jagger B

Dear Cody,

I write to you to warn you of the Black Death. It's spreading so rapidly it might take over all of Europe by the end of the month. I'm warning you to leave, leave while you can because there's no such cure to this Black Death and i don't foresee them finding one soon. They say the most common and first symptoms of this is the swelling of the lymph nodes in the groin, neck, and armpit areas. Shortly after this is the vomiting of blood, and this is when the sickness turns deathly and it pretty much all ends here. I'm advising you to quickly check your family and get out of Europe. I will be doing the same although I'm scared to even leave my house. Good luck to you friend.

Sincerely,
Jagger Brady

Life in the middle ages #3 Venditte

Dear Felicia,

I shall tell you the quite the tail. One night at Sir Patrick's lair i saw one of his Churls steal his crown. This crown was decorated with jewels and was truly beautiful. This Churl took the crown to the basement where he slept and hid it under his pillow for later. After the dinner celebrations and everyone was departing i followed this sneaky Churl back down to his basement room. After a few minutes of vigilantly watching the Churl, i watched him dress up into a very similar clothes as the King himself wore. After the Churl took one look at himself he was satisfied and walked out of his room. He walked into the room full of other Churls. all of them stood up and bowed to the "King". The other Churls really did believe that he was the Sir Patrick the King. As the "King" saw his mischievous play play out perfectly he then took advantage of the other Churls. He made them wash his feet, cook his meal, and even do jester activities. After his night was done and his wants and needs were satisfied his went back to his room and was joyed with his plan. From then on he carried out his plan numerous nights.

Best Wishes,

The mischievous Churl

Life in the Middle Ages F. Lofaro

The shiny protection on me.

Without it I would be a bare tree.

Swords whizzing past my face.

I rather get slashed with a sword, then smashed with a mace.

I combined my sword and shield to protect myself.

If your going up against me you better watch yourself.

I have killed many men,

maybe even more than ten.

I survived the war

and tonight I will feel sore.

We will celebrate our win in battle,

while eating the cattle.

Life in the Middle Ages by Amani A.

To my Dear Mother,

I have been led to the town of Constantinople in order to fight for the re-capturing of Jerusalem. Those bloody Muslims don't know what is coming to them. Now, need not to worry about me. I will be back soon. You know surely that I am a strong enough man for this journey. There are many men with me, maybe about ten thousand. They have put me in the front of the pack, making the way to Nicea. I'm sure that our battles there won't be too difficult. I will miss you, Mother, as well as Curtis, Summer and all others that I may forget to mention. I promise you this: I WILL be back in time for Father's interment. Wish me luck, and pray for me and the brave men that are with me.

Love,

Amani

life in the middle ages Patrick Maron

Dearest Matthew,

It has been to long since we have seen each other. Your last letter has brought a tear to my eye and i give you my sincere apologies. You will remain for ever more in my prayers for you to once again become well. It is not the first time the epidemic of this deadly disease which you call the black plague has come to my attention. It has been sweeping across my lands swiftly and more deadlier then anything i have ever seen before. This disease has been leaving my people with nothing my then a hopelessness and death. I have seen more pain and despair in past few months then any man should have to witness in two life times. My doctors tell me that it begins simply as a nose bleed that wont stop. This was sure sign of inevitable death. It then moved to swelling in both the armpit area as well as the groin. You will then begin to see black dots that will appear all over your body, and some will be small other will be very large. These are signs of the tumors spreading through out the body slowing eating you away until your death. I extend to you my prayers and hope that you last the night.

Your dearest friend

Patrick

Life in the middle ages Matt B

To Ant Davanzo,

The black plague has been the cruelest and most devastating thing I've ever experienced. So many people have died, and I'm surprised that I'm still alive. No one has a cure to this deadly disease, and its only a matter of time before it hits my family. The black plague is a blood poisoning, that attacks he lungs before any other part of the body. The sign of the plague is if buboes break out on your groin, neck, and armpits which oozed blood and pus. We are so thankfully none of us had these symptoms yet. I've lost many friends to this horrible disease, anyone who gets it only last 4-7 days. My family and I have been praying nonstop, and you and your family should do the same. Pray that this deadly disease doesn't hit your country. I hate to say it though, but it is spreading throughout Europe like wildfire and its only a matter of time. I'm not sure how many more letters I will write, for all I know this might be the last. Good luck Ant.

Cody O.

Scottish castles are so great

i asked this if there good and he said oh yes mate

there so big and heavy and some are frail

just like tagger thin as a nail

Scottish castles have so much history

the best part about them is all the mystery

everyone wants to stay in them

but you cant even if your name is jen

people come all over the world to see them stand tall

tagger grady is so small

We would all love to go see the castles

we would all just be big big hassles

there were battles fought over sheep

the king of the army was a creep

this is the end of my song

tagger is frail

Life in the Middle Ages Connor O.

My name is Bartholomew, I am a soldier in the Army here in England. I have been fighting for almost 10 years, and now my service is finally done. there are many things that a can remember about fighting in war. I think that the thing I will remember most will be that armor that I wore while fighting. There was an endless process to getting equipped for battle. First I would have to put on all of my chain mail; it might seem light but when you are covered in it it feels a lot heavier than you think it would. After the chain mail I would put on my breast plate; this would be hard because it would have to squeeze extremely hard to get in. I do not regret wearing my breast plate because one time in battle a barbarian threw me off of my horse and then he slammed his hammer into my chest, but my breast plate protected me. The last thing that was bothersome was putting on my helm. The application of my helm was the most painful, whenever I would put it on I would get cuts on my face and my hair pulled out it there were and damages or imperfections on the helm, but that does not mean i did not like it. My helm has saved my head many times from wildly swinging swords. With out the armor I had during battle I would not be alive today.

Life in the Middle Ages Evan O.

My style is unique,

Within me there is a God you seek,

Built so solid you will never hear a creak.

France is my birthplace,

Within me much space,

If a bishop resides in me i have the name of a new place,

Buttresses surround, suspended as if flying,

Mistaken with Romanesque but there is no tying,

My style is so elegant you might leave crying.

Known for the rose on my face,

This truly makes the lighting one of a scared place,

Constructing me must be done at a steady pace.

Scott S.

Sometimes people revolve their schedule around me in order to catch me.

I've got every color from a rainbow in me.

People like to test and mess with me and constantly push my buttons.

Other people of my kind make fun of my flat face

People can raise me with just the twitch of a joint.

I bring life to every room that I'm in.

I'm kinda high maintenance so if you want me ill take a great deal out of your pocket.

Depending on how much you pay determines how many personalities I have.

Mothers, fathers, the whole family loves me.

What am i?

Riddle James H.

I am a good source of transportation,
I travel from continent to continent.
I transport people, cars, and supplies.
I do not have wings
But I can break through thick ice.
I navigate through the oceans
And break through rough seas.
I take people on cruises
And even sometimes on life journeys
My family has been around for years
And we have upgraded
From sails to electrical engines

Evan O.

I have half of the senses of a human

Wherever I am, with just the click of a button, I can find my way home

My knowledge is without boundaries

Reaching someone across the globe is never difficult

I have eyes not only on the front, but also on the back of my head

I was designed by what brought the destruction of Adam and Eve

I am like the forefathers before me

I am inexperienced, one of a kind

But I’ll be fixed in no time

Clearer than crystal

Who am I?

Riddle

Riddle

The world has changed ever since I was made, the power that I have to know everything

Throughout the years I’ve just been getting better and better

No need for an antenna because I’m wireless

There are several different types, but I’m the original

People use me for all different types of scenarios

Some at work and some in the household

I’ve got many keys and could unlock anything

Some people use me for good and others for bad

Some are addicted and some learn to control

-Darryl D

Patrick M. Riddle

I can be tall and thin

Or short and fat,

My head remains covered

And my face lights it up

Turn me on or turn me off

Whenever I burn out

I always need a good screw

You can hang me upside down

Or I can sit on your table

Take a guess at what I am?

riddle matt o

RIDDLE:

My Power is better less then more

Yet it makes you more than less

I am not who you think I am

How I am used depends on you

Great people make foolish choices with me

Humanity’s opinion is formed from me

What makes you think I am on your side?

Which side do you think I’m put on?

I start the graves of men and women alike

Do you dare face the truth of who I am?

Riddle by Woo C

A long dense snake that makes me boil,
The denser it is, the worse it is.
It has no skin, nor scales, nor coil.
But it moves forward and back, in any ways.

It has many voices.
A rhythm, but no heart like human.
You'll know when you see one
you might even take part.

It is race against time.

Escape from its clutches
can bring you some ease.
Now you can push forward really hard
as fast as you satisfy.

Riddle (Cody O)

I am able to find almost whatever you need,

I obey your every command ,

I am part of your every day life.

You need me for things that you can't do yourself,

I am available in almost every household.

What am I?

Riddle by Matt D

I am running, always running, never tired

I never go anywhere, but I’m always running

Sometimes I am empty, sometimes I am full

I am always cold, yet they are comfortable in their skin

I watch them come, I watch them go

I hear their laughter and their prayers

The center of their universe, I nourish them as if I was their mother

Whose stomach can be empty but never hungry?

I am silent, but open to anyone

No one can live without me.

riddle: sam C

Hearing “o say can you see” is the favorite time of day for me

Like the grand city I live in seasons define me

I am old yet rich in tradition

My home is happiest when filled with my family screaming, eating and wearing red and blue

My walls are covered with brick and ivy

Some say my house is haunted by the curse of a goat

The business of gum built me up

I have many legendary friends

Even though it was cold in April I still get to smell the fresh maple

Many famous cubs have come to my cave to play