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Holiday - half over
Dec. 28th, 2008 04:18 pmOne can hardly say it has been a relaxing holiday, but it has at least been pleasant.
On Christmas Day we joined the Lord Protector for dinner and accompanied Him on a limited number of holiday appearances. Harry and Draco had already torn open most of their packages by the time we arrived. Remained at Buckingham Christmas night to attend Our Lord.
Friday morning we collected the boys and fetched the Rosier, Black, Lestrange and Pennifold gifts for the family gathering. Too many sweets, as usual, but the mince pie was particularly excellent this year. Between Harry, Ned, and various other family members wishing a private word, I confess I rather missed much of the festivities, but I gather that young master Finnegan is integrating himself well enough.
Harry, speaking of our conversation, as I said, that artifact may be curious, but it is not something with which you ought to concern yourself. Strictly speaking, you ought not to have been in that part of the palace at all, but it's understandable that thoughts of Christmas presents sent you prying. As to its lies, remember that the key to seeing through an illusion is to call to mind clearly that which you know to be true. Discard the rest so that you may separate what is real from what is false.
Ned, I have been thinking since our chat, as well. I am certain that if your NEWT results are what you anticipate, you ought to have no particular difficulty entering any programme you choose. But if the import and export trade truly interests you, there are a number of placements you might consider. We should speak closer to the year-end about recommendations.
To-morrow Draco shall get the larger part of his Christmas present, which I hope will improve his mood something considerable. He and Pansy have both been in quite a brown study. Otherwise, however, it has been a quiet week-end, after all the excitement of the parties.
On Christmas Day we joined the Lord Protector for dinner and accompanied Him on a limited number of holiday appearances. Harry and Draco had already torn open most of their packages by the time we arrived. Remained at Buckingham Christmas night to attend Our Lord.
Friday morning we collected the boys and fetched the Rosier, Black, Lestrange and Pennifold gifts for the family gathering. Too many sweets, as usual, but the mince pie was particularly excellent this year. Between Harry, Ned, and various other family members wishing a private word, I confess I rather missed much of the festivities, but I gather that young master Finnegan is integrating himself well enough.
Harry, speaking of our conversation, as I said, that artifact may be curious, but it is not something with which you ought to concern yourself. Strictly speaking, you ought not to have been in that part of the palace at all, but it's understandable that thoughts of Christmas presents sent you prying. As to its lies, remember that the key to seeing through an illusion is to call to mind clearly that which you know to be true. Discard the rest so that you may separate what is real from what is false.
Ned, I have been thinking since our chat, as well. I am certain that if your NEWT results are what you anticipate, you ought to have no particular difficulty entering any programme you choose. But if the import and export trade truly interests you, there are a number of placements you might consider. We should speak closer to the year-end about recommendations.
To-morrow Draco shall get the larger part of his Christmas present, which I hope will improve his mood something considerable. He and Pansy have both been in quite a brown study. Otherwise, however, it has been a quiet week-end, after all the excitement of the parties.
