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alt_luciusMuggleborn Labour Committee this morning. Is it my imagination or has that collection of industrious camp administrators grown even more tedious than ever? No end of excuses for the low productivity reports but very little in the way of solutions - at least, on their part. Daresay the Committee had a number of suggestions all of which would not only bring up the tallies but doubtless put a stop to any further disturbances.
At least Hertfordshire and Sussex are not deterred; their numbers were better than any other three counties combined. Clearly the wizardfolk are not about to listen to nonsense concerning the Cup or the muggleborn 'influence' over the Dogstar. Rot. They are just as suitable as ever for their usual employ.
As for Dogstar, well, they may have a knack for recruiting fools but clearly no instinct at all for strategies that actually work. Thus far, MLE have uncovered every one of their grand schemes and caught more than a few of the 'masterminds' responsible. Anyone can see they need to recruit, actively, because they keep losing their misguided members to Our Lord's illustrious chosen.
Nonetheless, reminded the camps of their duty to keep their charges occupied and contributory - and reminded them, too, of the consequences of failure.
At the behest of the Healers I am still not meant to resume my regular routine on the duelling courses. So naturally, under no circumstances did I go. Utterly ridiculous restriction; one need not raise one's voice to aim hexes and otherwise I am fully recovered.
However, did take tea with Ari, which seems like the first time since mid-summer's that he and I were both available. He has been busy preparing for the Wizengamot Executive Session - understand from him that Hooper's case is to be arraigned this month in order to speed the trial - and now that Ptolemy has finished school, he is assisting his father in matters pertaining to the private practice. Spoke also about his hesitation to allow Ptolemy to betroth himself. Concur, though I do believe his motives show the caution of a reactionary rather than the sagacity of the experienced. Cannot blame him, of course; merely could not resist pointing out that his son's prospects are vastly different, given the relative peace which we now enjoy compared to the tumult at the height of the war. Still, if they are truly committed, they will remain so at the end of a year's separation - and there's no rush, in any event, for either of them.
Social calendar remains, as ever, overflowing with choices, too many to possibly accept. Have asked whether Amanda might like to take on a role or two within a few of the circles, especially those societies which were particular favourites of Mother's. Do not intend she should sit idle in Mellerstain House for eight months with only her husband's visits to bring her cheer! She has consented but is relying on Narcissa (as do I!) for much of her knowledge of the set. Journals only reveal so much, of course, and it is excessively difficult to guess whether all the old associations still hold true. Confident Narcissa may help her navigate without a qualm.
Draco, Harry, Pansy, Hydra: Glad to hear you are all off to promising starts for the term. Do recall that your studies are only going to demand more attention as they progress in difficulty and that the time you fill now shall be much-needed next year when your O.W.L.s will require your diligence. You may think losing Quidditch a hardship but not, I trust, one that will overset you for long, not compared with the prospects ahead.
At least Hertfordshire and Sussex are not deterred; their numbers were better than any other three counties combined. Clearly the wizardfolk are not about to listen to nonsense concerning the Cup or the muggleborn 'influence' over the Dogstar. Rot. They are just as suitable as ever for their usual employ.
As for Dogstar, well, they may have a knack for recruiting fools but clearly no instinct at all for strategies that actually work. Thus far, MLE have uncovered every one of their grand schemes and caught more than a few of the 'masterminds' responsible. Anyone can see they need to recruit, actively, because they keep losing their misguided members to Our Lord's illustrious chosen.
Nonetheless, reminded the camps of their duty to keep their charges occupied and contributory - and reminded them, too, of the consequences of failure.
At the behest of the Healers I am still not meant to resume my regular routine on the duelling courses. So naturally, under no circumstances did I go. Utterly ridiculous restriction; one need not raise one's voice to aim hexes and otherwise I am fully recovered.
However, did take tea with Ari, which seems like the first time since mid-summer's that he and I were both available. He has been busy preparing for the Wizengamot Executive Session - understand from him that Hooper's case is to be arraigned this month in order to speed the trial - and now that Ptolemy has finished school, he is assisting his father in matters pertaining to the private practice. Spoke also about his hesitation to allow Ptolemy to betroth himself. Concur, though I do believe his motives show the caution of a reactionary rather than the sagacity of the experienced. Cannot blame him, of course; merely could not resist pointing out that his son's prospects are vastly different, given the relative peace which we now enjoy compared to the tumult at the height of the war. Still, if they are truly committed, they will remain so at the end of a year's separation - and there's no rush, in any event, for either of them.
Social calendar remains, as ever, overflowing with choices, too many to possibly accept. Have asked whether Amanda might like to take on a role or two within a few of the circles, especially those societies which were particular favourites of Mother's. Do not intend she should sit idle in Mellerstain House for eight months with only her husband's visits to bring her cheer! She has consented but is relying on Narcissa (as do I!) for much of her knowledge of the set. Journals only reveal so much, of course, and it is excessively difficult to guess whether all the old associations still hold true. Confident Narcissa may help her navigate without a qualm.
Draco, Harry, Pansy, Hydra: Glad to hear you are all off to promising starts for the term. Do recall that your studies are only going to demand more attention as they progress in difficulty and that the time you fill now shall be much-needed next year when your O.W.L.s will require your diligence. You may think losing Quidditch a hardship but not, I trust, one that will overset you for long, not compared with the prospects ahead.
Private Message to Percy Weasley
Date: 2011-09-14 04:43 am (UTC)First, going to MLE for briefing on the Sirius Black reports so do cancel Ouroboros; will take the course in MLE's dungeon with Yaxley first-thing. Also need Myddleton's report on the security measures round the TriWizard Cup before Court. Check with Bagman's office before Pontner's.
Second, kindly reschedule Runcorn on 22nd to after three o'clock. Block off eleven through the two o'clock hour - no appointments.
Re: Private Message to Percy Weasley
Date: 2011-09-14 02:28 pm (UTC)Yet another batch of invitations came in today, and I've sorted out the ones you might wish to consider (only about one out of nine, I would judge). They are on your desk.