Daphne Greengrass (![[personal profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/silk/identity/user.png)
alt_daphne) wrote2012-10-03 09:38 am
alt_daphne) wrote2012-10-03 09:38 am
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A bit of a show
I don't know about the rest of the houses, but here in Slytherin everyone is positively bubbling with excitement over Saturday's demonstration! I find that there's nothing that re-aligns one's purpose and sense of industry like a little entertainment. "Give a boy or girl something diverting to look forward to, and then smile at their gratitude" was a saying I grew up hearing from my Grandmother, and it's one I've held as my own ever since.
(Younger students should, of course, remember that our Professors are skilled professionals, and that anyone who attempts to emulate their performance either in advance or after the demonstration will be subject to the appropriate disciplinary action.)
But in all seriousness, this is precisely why things like Quidditch Matches, Hogsmeade Visits, Plays, Balls, and Feasts are such long-standing traditions at Hogwarts. For a student to really be taught the ways of the world, they must be taught to enjoy and manage the pleasures, just as surely as they must be taught to manage the tasks. I have a feeling that there may even be some adults and professors reading who know exactly what I mean and even agree with me, at least a little!
Though I will admit that it's true we don't often get a Ball at Hogwarts. Nevertheless, there's usually at least one massive, school-wide event for everyone to rally 'round!
Oh, and quickly: thank you to everyone who wished me Happy Birthday yesterday. We had a little celebration in the common room and managed to sneak Queenie in so she could have her pick of the tarts. My Mother sent me the most wonderful set of winter robes, perfect for the upcoming season, and I must say that they might be even more adult than my Yule Ball robes. It's hard to believe I'm sixteen years old! I think that shall take a while to sink in...
(Younger students should, of course, remember that our Professors are skilled professionals, and that anyone who attempts to emulate their performance either in advance or after the demonstration will be subject to the appropriate disciplinary action.)
But in all seriousness, this is precisely why things like Quidditch Matches, Hogsmeade Visits, Plays, Balls, and Feasts are such long-standing traditions at Hogwarts. For a student to really be taught the ways of the world, they must be taught to enjoy and manage the pleasures, just as surely as they must be taught to manage the tasks. I have a feeling that there may even be some adults and professors reading who know exactly what I mean and even agree with me, at least a little!
Though I will admit that it's true we don't often get a Ball at Hogwarts. Nevertheless, there's usually at least one massive, school-wide event for everyone to rally 'round!
Oh, and quickly: thank you to everyone who wished me Happy Birthday yesterday. We had a little celebration in the common room and managed to sneak Queenie in so she could have her pick of the tarts. My Mother sent me the most wonderful set of winter robes, perfect for the upcoming season, and I must say that they might be even more adult than my Yule Ball robes. It's hard to believe I'm sixteen years old! I think that shall take a while to sink in...
Private Message to Cedric Diggory
I don't know if you've become much acquainted with her yet, but my youngest sister, Queenie, is a first year in your house. She's very small, with very long, very dark hair, rosy cheeks, and big blue eyes - she looks just like a little doll. Well, last night we let her into the common room because it was my birthday. I started to take her back to Hufflepuff well before curfew, but she seemed very reluctant to return and said that she wanted to sleep in Slytherin, with me.
Of course I didn't let her stay, but I did ask her what she was so upset about and she said that she didn't want to be punished like Chelsea was. I'm not sure what she was on about, but she said that this Chelsea girl couldn't stop cleaning and re-arranging things?
I just wondered if you knew anything about it. Maybe Queenie was confused and it wasn't really a punishment at all, but firsties playing some kind of game?
Sincerely,
Daphne G. Greengrass
Re: Private Message to Cedric Diggory
I've very sorry that your sister was so upset. I'll make sure one of our Prefects check on her this evening after the meeting.
Yes there was an incident. Chelsea Abbott and Judith Starling were involved. They appear to have been compelled to clean. I have no more definite details that I can share now. I'll give the most basic review of what we know right now at the Prefects' meeting. I know it's being discussed at the staff meeting tonight. Hopefully after that I'll have some more information. I'll pass what people need to know on to everyone on the Prefect team.
Thanks for letting me know,
CD
Re: Private Message to Cedric Diggory
Thanks for explaining the situation to the rest of the Prefects tonight. I was mostly asking out of personal interest in my sister's well-being. It's hard, being the oldest and being a Prefect but feeling like I ought to trust you lot in Hufflepuff to take care of her - which I'm sure you will! It's just a matter of getting her to see people like Bones, MacMillian, and yourself as people she can go to when she's frightened or confused. Queenie's not so bold as I am, you see, and she's definitely not as bold as Astoria.
Oh, this question might sound peculiar, but: do you happen to have any talent or interest in singing, acting, or dancing? I'm taking a bit of an informal survey, you see, the reasons for which I hope to reveal soon!
-Daphne