A sad day for all...

I wish this entry could be more inviting but something terrible has happened. Last night the great Earl Bekki died of a terrible fever. He had been sick for quite some time but showed signs of getting better. His death is unexpected but he will flourish in the afterlife. His family has commissioned a rune to be erected by one of the best artists in his honor. The words will be chosen carefully and a picture of a serpent will be its centerpiece. In addition, they will build a bridge crossing the creek that runs along the eastern side of town. I pray to the deities above who will guide him on his lofty quest. However, I believe that there is only so much time for morning. There is much work to be done and I hope that Freyr will bless the fertility of our crops this upcoming season. Aside from the unpleasantries, I would like to end this message on a lighter note. On the walk back from our neighboring village, I stumbled upon an antler rack bigger than any I have ever seen. Once I save enough, I will commission an artist to make something of it. I cannot wait! Fairwell for now!