LadyHugs
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Dear celticfirelite, Ladies and Gentlemen;
Those who wish to 'master' anything, must go through a process or journey to reach their goal as to be seen as a master. This is true with many skills, such as "master electrician" and or master swordsmith, to whom must learn the art of taking raw materials, folding the iron, hammering and molding, shaping, polishing, etching and installing the furniture of the end product--the sword. What is learned from the teachers is then what becomes first hand knowledge to the student. In our community, people master the skills of the tools which are an extention of our bodies. Our behavior, attitude and "intent" is mastered through time and recognized by peers and or the community.
Indeed, the times of "Old Guard" has many myths and or legend sorts.
Since there were no support or education groups, the education and skills were exchanged within a group of people. When shared with others, the inspiration spread. Originally, the Old Guard is associated with an organized group of Gay men within a motorcycle group, to which much of the leather attire had real purpose in riding motorcycles and the military surplus from World War II and spoils of war brought home by those who served and or related to such. Of course groups branched, changed, modified, grew and is alive.
As with any organized group, there will be protocols. When they work, they are kept. Leaders were elected and or bestowed. Those who had dominant qualities were gifted with leather. Some groups adopted more civilian protocols but, for many the military protocols were well known and did not need to be retaught. Most were veterans of World War II, Korea and other conflicts. A lot of 'leather history' can be accessed with the Leather Library and Vi Johnson.
One thing that runs consistantly through, is those who wish to lead must first learn to follow. This can be seen through global history and global military history, to which elements of domination and submission are evident. Knowing one's craft creates a master. And, those who acknowledge an individual as a master, are indeed empowered to bestow the title of Master. Some titles of Master or Mistress are associated by a task to which they are in charge; e.g. Mistress of the Robes, Master of Ceremonies, Master at Arms, etc.
What has happened via the Internet, chat rooms and the like, is that people who have craved to be accepted have often used other people's experiences, writings, opinions, comments and such, as well as identifying themselves as "Old Guard." Some heterosexual men often threw this up in chat rooms as to gain some foot hold into the group and accepted in a very clique and judgmental groups. It manifests here on CM as well. Unfortunately, it is everywhere. Since "Old Guard" has been unmasked, the latest 'fad' to gain acceptance has been "European Trained." Sadly, people seemingly have to use such falsehoods at times as to just gain a bit of respect by those who profess such but, do not proffer it. Although I do not agree with the behavior, I do realize why it does happen.
What might be worth considering, is when Old Guard/Old School is offered in communications back and forth, is more of a fond feeling of what was a behavior and or attitude that fostered competency in their skills, knowledge, behavior, attitude and responsibilities/duties of being either a Master and or slave. Each generation of individuals might be considered "guards." When we reach our aged days, we may be indeed considered "old" as we pass the torch to a new generation; thus can be accurately be considered "old guard."
Like with anything dear lass, titles and the accustomed respect, status and such is subjected to abuse and misuse; much like anything else in life. The best that can be done, is to not give such 'power.' With the ability to reach into the Internet and be well read; it behooves us to keep in mind, that every book, every article, every post and every demonstration, presentation and or taught and or spoken on the subject of M/s, D/s, S&M, BDSM are just that person's (persons') opinions, experiences, observations and the like. So, it is wise to not live through books and such but use books and such to create the tools to make one's life.
As far as the predisposition of women to be enslaved by men, does not sit agreeably with me. Several cultures promote matriarchael power. History has demonstrated that female monarchy regimes have been extremely powerful and have heavy impact in history and made history. Warrior-queen-druidess Boudica, to whom lead her people to defeat the Roman Legions, totally outnumbered. Queen Elizabeth I, a might in her own right, Queen Victoria, Queen Mary, Queen Mary -Queen of Scots. Czarina Elizabeth who succeeded Czar Peter the Great and Czarina Catherine the Great; Hatshepsut the first female King and or Pharaoh of Egypt around 1479 BC; Joan of Arc, also known as Jeanne d'Arc or The Maid of Orleans and or Jeanne la Pucelle. The youngest current queen is Queen Rania of Jordan (b. August 31, 1970). She is married to the head of state, King Abdullah Bin Al-Hussein. One of the best known is HRH Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of England.
In modern times, to be enslaved would not be the pleasure if it was entrenched into the past measures of what slavery was throughout history. In today's enviorment, there are many liberties; to which women of the past were subjected to by a patriarchal system when entrenches themselves into civilization, society, military, religious and or Imperial status/station, were denied. What is interesting to me, that Kings and Queens have come and gone throughout civilization yet, some of the most profound and enduring philosophies are from two slaves. Aristotle and Socrates--two male slaves.
What is most important of all lass, is that you found your joy. It matters little to me how you achieved it and or my personal beliefs.
The fact that you have discovered and found your happiness is all that matters to me as a member of the human race.
Respectfully submitted for consideration,
Lady Hugs
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