Queens and Regents Monthly

November Issue!

Are you a "Boss Ass Bitch" of a queen? Take our short survey to prove it!

Too often, we as women and rulers are written off as “bitches”. This is only a label used to dissuade us from using our roles as queens and mothers to benefit our families. Instead of being ashamed, we should learn to embrace this as a symbol of how strong we are.

1. You see a knight at court whom you find fairly attractive. One afternoon, as you and your ladies walk through the garden, you discretely approach him. You confess your desire for the knight in question, only to have him reject your advances. When you react with anger, he proceeds to declare that even his beloved’s serving women are fairer than you. You:

A. Would never be caught in such a position! You must remain loyal to the King no matter what.

B. Set out to destroy his good name.  If he thinks himself and his fictional mistress better than you, then you might as well tell the king that he insulted you greatly. There is no reason to reveal that you came onto him. Vengeance is yours.  

C. Though the situation seems doubtful, you would respect his decision. You trust that he will keep quiet about the matter. Though you are a proud queen, it is most important to think with a level head.

2. You have a young daughter who asks you about a queen's role in political matters. You explain to her that as the Queen, it is your duty to:

A. Stay removed from political matters as much as possible. You trust your husband’s judgment.

B. Offer careful advice to your husband, and try to guide his judgment as best you can. Generally, he will know the right thing to do, but it is important to voice your opinion.

C. Serve as an advisor in order to influence the king as much as possible. The queen is a crucial figure, and you must do your best to further the interests of your family and children. Behind every king is a brilliant queen. Strive to be well-liked by the people of your country in order to preserve your power.

3. One day, you are reading about marriage and see that the author believes that women are inherently bad and make the lives of men more difficult. You recognize this belief from many other books that you have read. You:

A. Feel great shame: why must you have been born a woman if your nature is so terrible?

B. Recognize that while this may not be entirely true, there is no way that so many learned men could be completely wrong.

C. Dismiss these judgments. As a woman, you are ruled by logic and reason rather than just your emotions.

4. You find yourself the sole monarch of your country. If you marry, you will be forced to answer to your new husband. You receive a petition from Parliament calling on you to marry for the good of the country. You:

A. Choose to marry. Now is as good a time as ever.
B. Give consideration to the idea of marriage, and start looking at potential candidates to rule alongside you. This is an opportunity to make an alliance with another country.
C. Declare that you consider yourself married to God and your country. Use this to further your subjects’ love and admiration for you. 

5. Within a few months, you find that you are still unwed. You receive a letter from Parliament once again urging you to marry so that you may have a legitimate heir. You:

A. Would never be in such a position! A queen should not remain unwed.

B. Rush marriage talks. This is for the good of your people. However, explain that you are doing this because you think it is right, rather than because of their letter. 

C. Send them a reply. You are acting in the best interest of your country as God intended. Be sure that Parliament does not imply that they care more for the safety of the country than you do. You are Queen for a reason, after all.

Congratulations! Now review your answers using the following point system and see your result! A= 1 Point, B= 2 Points, C= 3 Points

5-8 Points: Unfortunately, you seem to be a queen who lives in the shadow of her husband. But hope is not lost! You are not meant to be a quiet queen like Wealhtheow, the wife of Hrothgar in Beowulf. Do not shy away from your own potential!

9-13 Points: Pretty good! Keep up the good work, but try to be more decisive. Like Guinevere, the queen of Arthurian legend, you have confidence. But logic and reason are what truly make a good queen. Do not allow yourself to be shaped entirely by the men around you. With some changes, you too could be a boss ass bitch!

14+ Points: WOW! You are a boss ass bitch! Keep doing what you’re doing, as you will undoubtedly help your kingdom to prosper. You are wise and intelligent like Queen Elizabeth. Keep doing what you're doing, and show your kingdom what a fantastic queen you are!