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==Tower History==
 
==Tower History==
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*Rejoined {{TV}}:
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*Became [[Resident Citizen]]: March 23, 2014
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===Previous Tower History===
 
*Joined {{TV}}: August 16, 2006
 
*Joined {{TV}}: August 16, 2006
*Joined {{Tower}}:  
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*Joined {{Tower}}: January 23, 2008
 
*Raised {{Accepted}}: September 13, 2008
 
*Raised {{Accepted}}: September 13, 2008
*Raised {{AS}}: May 30, 2009
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*Raised {{Blue}} {{AS}}: May 30, 2009
*Bonded: January 10, 2010
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*Demoted {{Accepted}}: January 1, 2011
 
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*Aspired {{red}}: December 2, 2011
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*Raised {{Red}} {{as}}: September 17, 2012
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*Retired: Unknown
  
== Tower Involvement ==
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==Tower Involvement==
 
===Current===
 
===Current===
[[Department_of_Research_(Positions)#Headmaster.2FHeadmistress|Headmistress]] (June 10, 2010 - present)
 
 
 
 
===Previous===
 
===Previous===
{{Sitter}} for the {{Blue}} Ajah (July 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009)
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*[[Graphics Development Team]]: January 1, 2014 - April 18, 2014
 
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*{{Sitter}} for the {{red2}}: January 1, 2013 - June 30, 2013
[[Forum Moderators#Frivilous Fun|Games, Quizzes & Humor Moderator]] (July 01, 2008 - January 01, 2009)
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*[[Department_of_Research_(Positions)#Headmaster.2FHeadmistress|Headmistress]]: June 10, 2010 - April 25, 2011
 
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*{{Sitter}} for the {{Blue2}}: July 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
TVT Reporter (dates unknown)
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*[[Forum Moderators#Frivilous Fun|Games, Quizzes & Humor Moderator]]: July 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009
 
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*{{TVTStaff}}: January 2009 - December 2009
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*{{teacher}}
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**New Spring: November 2009 - December 2009
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**Membership and Raisings: September 2008 - March 2009
  
 
===Awards===
 
===Awards===
[[Member's Choice Awards#2010|Most Effective Classroom Teacher]] 2010
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*Members' Choice: [[Member's Choice Awards#2010|Most Effective Classroom Teacher]] - 2010
 
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*Members' Choice: [[Member's Choice Awards#2009|Outstanding Accepted/Soldier Spirit]] - 2009
[[Member's Choice Awards#2009|Outstanding Accepted/Soldier Spirit]] 2009
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===Merits===
 
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{{Checked|201603}}{{Attendance0}}{{Mentor1}}{{StaffWorking|28}}{{Ladder-Staff}}{{Group-Sitter}}{{Teaching2}}{{Verify|Reporter&RockStar}}
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====Gold====
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{{MembershipGold}}
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====Silver====
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{{SM-Silver}}{{MembersChoice}}{{MembersChoice}}{{StaffSilver}}{{TeachingSilver}}
  
== Tower Relationships==
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==Tower Relationships==
 
===Bonding===
 
===Bonding===
Willow is bonded to [[Miliham Rastoubel]], SDS, since January 10, 2010.
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;Previous
 
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*{{bonded}} to [[Miliham Rastoubel]], {{SDS2}}: January 10, 2010 - December 31, 2010
 
===Mentoring===
 
===Mentoring===
 
;Mentor
 
;Mentor
[[Katarianna al'Leya]]/[[Rikka al'Vorik]]
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*[[Katarianna al'Leya]]
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*[[Rikka al'Vorik]]
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*[[Addelyn al'Vera]]
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*[[Hilwa Katir]]
  
 
;Mentees
 
;Mentees
Malein Basolaine
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*[[Malein Basolaine]]
  
 
===Other Tower Relationships===
 
===Other Tower Relationships===
Willow is engaged to [[Elizabeth Ayrahien]] in RL.
 
 
  
 
==Official Event Attendance==
 
==Official Event Attendance==
  
==''Senior Member Interview''==
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''June 1, 2009''
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;Why did you choose Red?
 
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I chose Red because to me it symbolizes strength of will. A strong minded individual belongs in Red. One who is willing to speak up no matter how unpopular their opinion. One who does what must be done for the greater good no matter the challenges they may face along the way. My Sisters are truly strong and inspirational women and I love them dearly. The Red Ajah is everything I am and aspire to be.
 
 
;Why did you choose Blue?
 
I chose Blue because I love each and every one of my Sisters and because the Blue Ajah felt like home in my heart. Of course, Plotting, Brownies and S'rediti never hurt either. *winks*
 
 
 
In all seriousness, I began my guesting experience and went through many of the Ajah Halls. It was the Blue Ajah that instantly found a place within my heart. When I could not bring myself to leave their Halls, even for a short time to guest with another Ajah, I knew the Blue was my home. I am honored to be a Blue, and I always will be.
 
 
 
;Are you like the Blues in the Books?
 
I like to think so. My two favourite characters in the books have always been Siuan and Moiraine. I've always admired their passion and drive for whatever they set their minds and hearts on, their willingness to risk whatever they need to see that their causes are filled, even if the risk is themselves. That, is very much a substantial part of who I am.
 
 
 
;Do you plot and manipulate? Do you travel a lot?
 
Sadly, I'm a home body and do not travel a whole lot. However, I love to plot surprises for my friends and Sisters and such. I've never been very manipulative though. I do know how to get my own way and prefer it when things go as planned though. I also tend to plan things many years into the future, I know what I want and most times, I'll stop at nothing to get it. When I set my mind and heart on something, it is achieved no matter what.
 
 
 
;How was your time as Citizen/Novice/Accepted?
 
I spent a great deal of time as a Novice and Accepted. I remember when I first became a citizen in 2006 the boards had gone down and we were "camping" on another set of forums. I made a lot of friends during that time and many of those friendships still hold now. Once the forums were back up I started a thread known as 'Willow's Inn" which is just a fun thread in the Olde Warder and Hen where a lot of people post and talk about different things. That thread still exists today.
 
  
As a novice, I spent a lot of time with my nose in the books. I read New Spring first and then applied to be a novice. It was until after I joined TarValon.net that I learned there was a whole series to go with New Spring. It took me two years, but I finished the series and applied to be raised. I didn't get in much trouble during that time via pranks, but I made several strong and lasting friendships.
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;Are you like the Red in the Books? Do you dislike men? Are you a driven woman with her own goals in life?
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I like to think that I will do what must be done and I am very strong willed. I don’t dislike men, no. Though the Reds in the books didn’t all hate men either. One said that she’d actually like to marry and another thought that having a Warder would be nice. I am definitely a driven woman who is always working to better herself. I always have present and future goals for myself.
  
As an Accepted I found my niche within the community. I got involved in many things and really learned my way around. I dipped my hand into everything I could and made a lot of great friends. I learned a lot about myself, the community, the Ajahs, and many of the members of the site. I was thrilled to guest and get to know my Ajahs, quickly finding my home with the Blues.
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;Do you have a favorite [[:Category:Red Ajah Characters|Red Ajah character]] from the novels?
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Yes I do. I really like the Highest of the Red Ajah, [[Tsutama Rath]]. *Spoilers* Despite her previous punishments for gentling men outside the White Tower she eventually promotes the Red Aes Sedai in bonding the Asha’man of the Black Tower. She is able to reason with them and her past mistakes only made her stronger.
  
;How long have you been a member of TV.net?
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;How long have you been a fan of the Wheel of Time series?
I have been a member of TarValon.net since August 16th, 2006. Although I did take a period of time off before resuming regular activity, over all I have been very active.
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I have been a fan of the Wheel of Time series since I was in grade 9, so 14 years old.
  
;What things do you do for TV.net?
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;How did you first get into the series?
I have done many things in the past for TarValon.net. I've taught a classes, spent a term as a Moderator, served terms with the Tar Valon Times as a reporter, and have been a Sitter for the Blue Ajah. In the future I hope to revisit being a moderator and look at applying to be the Head of the Blue Ajah, the Mistress of Novices, or the Mistress of Accepted. I have also been a mentor. Finally, I am responsible for the Junior Member Raising Support thread in the Classroom, which is meant to support and encourage Junior Members through the raising requirements and process.
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It was by accident actually. At the end of my English class in my grade 9 year my teacher was giving out comics to all his students that wanted them because he had so many. The cover of one of the New Spring comics caught my eye and I instantly fell in love with it all. Next thing I knew I was reading New Spring the Novel and then The Wheel of Time.
  
;How did you get to read the Series?
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;Who is your favorite "hero"?
I found my way into Robert Jordan's world of the Wheel of Time when I was 14. My English teacher in Grade 9 got me into them by the way of the New Spring comics. From there, I went to New Spring and eventually purchased the rest of the series.
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I’ve always really really liked [[Moiraine]].
  
;To whom are you bonded, if you're bonded?
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;Favorite bad guy/gal?
I am happily bonded to Miliham Rastoubel of the San'Dma Shadar Company.
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My favourite bad person… hmm…Probably [[Moghedien]].
  
;Who is your mentee, if you have one?
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;Favorite book and scene?
I was a mentor to Malein Basolaine.
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My favourite book is easily New Spring and probably the raising of Moiraine to Aes Sedai would be my favourite scene.
  
;Who's your favorite character of the Series? Favorite Nation?
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;If you were set down in Randland, who/what would you see yourself as? An Aes Sedai? Innkeeper? Seanchan Captain?
Favourite nation would have to be Andor, however, my favourite characters are Siuan and Moiraine.  
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I would absolutely be an Aes Sedai, most likely of the Red Ajah.
  
;Have you ever attended any Real Life Functions? Did you like them if you did, and why? (Why do you think people should come to any future functions?)
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;How did you find TarValon.Net and what convinced you to stay and become a Senior Member?
Sadly I have not, however I hope to attend in the future.
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Ok this is actually kind of a funny story. I tend to collect images on my computer of things I really like. One day, while looking for pictures relating to the Ajahs I came across a beautiful picture representing the Red Ajah. This picture was actually on TarValon.net so I took some time to look around the site and fell in love. Easily what decided my staying was the community. The majority of people here are fantastic. I thought it’d be a learning experience and fun to go through the Tower. Later I decided to stay as a Senior Member because I found a love of doing things within the community.
  
;What kind of music do you like?
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;What do you do in "real life"?
I'm not picky and I really enjoy many kinds of music, so long as I enjoy the beat and the lyrics are thoughtful or witty, I'll typically listen to it.
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I’m in between things right now but I’d like to go back to school for Website Development when I can.
  
;What are your favorite movies?
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;Do you have any hobbies?
As far as movies go I love Comedy and Romance. My recent favorites include 'Yes Man' and '27 Dresses'.
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Many! I read, write, knit, sew, play D&D/Pathfinder, play video games, role-play and LARP (Live Action Role Play).
  
;What job do you have?
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;What kind of music do you enjoy listening to?
I'm currently unemployed as I'm a student. I'm starting my studies in Nursing in September.
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I like a good mix of just about everything. I’m not super picky with music.
  
;Do you have a pet?
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;What are some of your favorite movies / television shows?
Currently, no. My previous pet was a dog, a border-collie/shealty cross named Muffin. She passed away at the age of 12.
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Movies: The Lion King Trilogy (1, 1 ½ and 2), I also love the Dragon Heart movies.
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<br>Shows: I like a lot of anime especially within the Magical Girl genre. Sailor Moon, Cardcaptor Sakura and Tokyo Mew Mew are among my favourites.
  
;What languages do you speak?
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;Aside from The Wheel of Time, what are a few of your favorite books/series?
Born and raised English though I know small pieces of French, Spanish, and Japenese. I hope to study these further one day.
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I really love Harry Potter, The Hunger Games and am currently reading The Warriors series by Erin Hunter.
  
 
;What profession did you want to have when you were a kid?
 
;What profession did you want to have when you were a kid?
When I was a kid I so desperately wanted to be a doctor. It was by far my most favorite thing to play. I had a medical bag, and toy stethoscope, needle, forceps, medical tray, and even patient charts. I also would wear my father's dress shirt and pretend it was a medical coat. Every family gathering would be my chance to have all sorts of patients whom I'd happily diagnose with a variety of illnesses.
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I wanted to be a doctor in my pre-teen years. Before that I wanted to be the Prime Minister of Canada. -->
 
 
;Moiraine or Siuan?
 
That's a tough one... but I'm going to have to go with Moiraine. Ever since I started the series with New Spring she stood out to me. I find that her and I have a lot of similar qualities, I can identify with her, and have always been very attached to her.
 
 
 
;Shienar or Saldea?
 
Shienar I suppose.
 
 
 
;Tea or coffee?
 
Both? It depends on my mood really. I prefer coffee in the mornings or when I'm rather tired. Two sugars and some milk is just lovely.
 
 
 
Tea I prefer in the evenings or when I feel like relaxing. Then it requires a generous amount of honey and milk. Lately I've gotten into trying other teas beyond the standard grey though. I really enjoy peppermint and green teas. With herbal teas, I tend to drink them black though.
 
 
 
;Books or movies?
 
Another tough one... but I'm going to have to go movies. I read at a relatively slow pace and although I enjoy reading, when I'm looking for a quick story from start to finish I pick up a movie, or several movies.
 
 
 
;A short bio about yourself.
 
I was born August the 5th, 1991. I live at home in Ontario Canada with my parents. I recently graduated high-school February 3rd, 2010 and am heading to Durham College to begin my Nursing studies. From there, I plan to upgrade my Practical Nursing Diploma to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree before going on to practice. I enjoy reading, knitting, watching movies, and playing video games. Wheel of Time is by far my favorite series. I am happily engaged to TarValon.net's Elizabeth Ayrahien who has been a very close friend of mine since I was 9. We plan to be married once we are both done our Post Secondary studies.
 
  
[[Category:Senior Member Interviews]]
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[[Category:Former Blue Ajah Aes Sedai]]
[[Category:Blue Ajah Interviews]]
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[[Category:Former Red Ajah Aes Sedai]]
[[Category:Blue Ajah Community]]
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[[Category:Former Citizenry]]

Latest revision as of 02:06, 17 May 2023

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Willow al'Meana
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