one - introductory prose

[amissbennet]

I am to understand that the writings here correspond to others in this county, and that by writing within I am also sharing my words with others. I dare say it brings to mind the sort of chance acquaintance that I might dream of and that my mother would find absolutely nonsensical. What better way to hear the news of town? And yet, also, what better way to be known by strangers and to chance that the wrong sort of person might come to know you? I feel as though I have inherited a small fortune, that so many people should know so much about me.

Though I have become somewhat acquainted with my residence here, I must admit that I had not expected to be aboard a ship such as this, or to find my room in such familiarity. I do hope you will forgive my candor. My name is Miss Elizabeth Bennet and I am quite at my leisure to meet any person who should desire to call upon me.

Comments

[una_persson]

Hello, Miss Bennet. I'm Una Persson. Welcome aboard.

[amissbennet.livejournal.com]

Thank you! It is a great pleasure to be making new acquaintances.

Might I inquire as to whether you are one of the "wardens" or those whom are considered "inmates"?

[una_persson]

I'm a Warden. One without an inmate for the time being, but that's the job I signed up for, in any case.

[amissbennet.livejournal.com]

It is a pity, then, that you have not yet found the resources to endeavor your duties. I will wish that they might come soon for you.

[una_persson]

Thank you; I appreciate it.

And yourself? What brings you here?

[amissbennet.livejournal.com]

Much the same as yourself, I imagine.

[una_persson]

You're an idealist, I take it.

[amissbennet.livejournal.com]

I believe that one must possess conviction in their morals. To say that I believe solely in ideals would be a severe overstatement.

[una_persson]

Fair enough -- I can't argue with that.

I hope you're successful in bringing your convictions to bear here.