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Start-of-Term FeastThe time has come to say HELLO to another year at Hogwarts! Enjoy a great meal and good conversation with friends before classes in the morning!
If you are a graduating student, the time has finally come for you to approach the pedestal against the far wall and sign off like all those before you. The Memory Book is where you can leave behind an account of your favourite memories of Hogwarts and advice for future students to read. Should there be any lingering thoughts about the school, now would be time to let them go before you join the adult world beyond.
This is likely the first time you have ever gotten this close to the pedestal. You notice that the book those you saw writing in it all these years has been bound in brass and brown leather. Although the book is old, it surprisingly has been kept under great care as only the beginning pages are starting to turn yellow. Feel free to flip through the pages, read up on what your already-graduated friends and even your parents had to say. Whenever you are ready, simply pick up the self-inking quill set beside the book and pour your heart and soul onto the first crisp blank page you see.
Becca was not overly thrilled that her day to write in this book had come. As much as she wasn't entirely sure what she wanted to say or if the things she had learned would even be beneficial to the future classes of Hogwarts, she figured she should document her general thoughts anyway. BLUE INK FOR RAVENCLAW!
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All you crazy kids of Hogwarts,
Sometimes in life you have to be bold and do things even if they don't seem to be a good idea. For me, this bold step was coming to Hogwarts. I left behind all my friends, my family, my soccer team, and my music to come to this crazy place. Well technically, I was at Belle's School, but that's a different story. No need to get into that.
I was skeptical of this place. I was annoyed with change, but I soon learned that change can be such a good thing. Looking back on my early years at Hogwarts, I quickly became friends with an elite group of Ravenclaws. We banded together and fought crime - kind of. I mean, my advice here is... FIND a cool group of friends, whether it be a select few, your Quidditch team, or other students who find the same subject fascinating.
Don't doubt the wisdom of your professors. Always flock to the insane ones - they will teach you the most about life. For me, this professor was Miss Professor Lainey, to whom I owe my greatest thanks. She was the one who made me realize being so serious and uptight all the time will eventually kill you.
One of the greatest things I learned at Hogwarts is about boys. CRAZY, right? I liked a Ravenclaw boy who ended up dating a fellow Ravenclaw girl. Okay fine, whatever, right? So then a wise professor told me to go for the brother. So when I did, so did the other girl. I couldn't win. From this I learned... YOUNG LADIES OF HOGWARTS, STAY AWAY FROM BOYS. Period.
Embrace the unity of your house. Some of my fondest memories of Hogwarts involve my Ravenclaws having parties or even those conversations in the common room.
Nia, you keep up the incredible work. I feel a Quidditch Cup coming your way next year. Don't let these kids slack off! And if they show up drowsy and sleepy... kick them into shape like I know you will. JD, you're going to go far. Never let your self-confidence get down, okay? When you're pumped up and ready to go, you are KILLER. Keep your chin up, bud. Ellie, you're the little dynamite. I'm declaring YOU the one for the world to look out for in the future. Make me proud, kid. Jacob, no one has ever made me laugh as much as you. Thanks for that. Mani and Vashti, you two are incredible players and friends. It's been a delight to play alongside both of you.
All Ravenclaw Quidditch players of the future, fight the good fight. Don't let those other players intimidate you. We are RAVENCLAW, and we are VICTORIOUS! Win or lose, we still have the reputation for playing our best and not giving up. Also, I expect for you guys to continue to the tradition of having a rockin' party. Now that I'm leaving, someone else needs to take on the job of the life of the party. Make them the highlight of the year, okay?
All Ravenclaws, study, dream, and do good. I'm proud of each and every one of you for your hard work. Attend your classes. Spice things up as much as you can without landing yourself in detention.
Before I came to Hogwarts, I had but a glimpse of the true meaning of friendship. Thanks to you and previously graduated students, my time here has been unbelievable.
Teegan was nervous about writing in the memory book. She had almost decided not to do it,,but she was forcing herself to do it. She bit her lip hard as she picked up the quill and began to write.
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I come from Greece. I've spent every single year of my life there, until this past summer when I left my homeland of Greece to stay with my older sister (Kat)'s life long and best friend, Asher and his family in Denmark. I left my school in Greece that I loved so much and I was nervous as all get out, but very excited to be in a place.
My parents left me to my sister when I was five and moved to India. I haven't had much contact with them since. It hurts me yes, but I've moved on with, especially this past year. Hogwarts as really helped me.
When I was living with my sister, I basically raised my wonder niece and nephew. I came here to Hogwarts scared to death of letting everyone in my family, Asher's family and my friends in Greece down. But now, looking back I was worrying over nothing. You see, here's the thing; as long you try your best and give it your all, your true friends and family will support you.
I learned alot this year, my only year at Hogwarts; which I'm sad that I could only spend one awesome year here. But the year itself wasn't that awesome. I met some people who annoyed me, made me laugh, made me cry, and everything inbetween. And there were some rude ones too. But I regret not trying to make even more friends.
Like Raven Athlon for example. I met her at the lake one day, along with Torin Kane. And then what do you know, the next time I see her we were setting a young Slytherin in place at some time past midnight in the kitchen when it was pitch black with flashlights.
I regret not meeting more people and not spending more time with them. But the people I did meet and spend time with, I enjoyed it, even the ones who got my nerves.
Like I said, I learned alot about me. That I need to let lose and be myself. Who knew that I was fiesty deep down inside until MR.Jimbo rubbed me the wrong way the very first day I was at Hogwarts. I've found that sometimes to be who you are, you have to trust others to help you. Let someone listen, even when you don't wanna talk. Torin was an awesome example of that. We talked for a while in the library, well I did most of the talking. I even cried. But with him listening, I figured things out.
So, when you leave Hogwarts, be true to yourself, trust the gut and have fun.
Wynter Addison Teegan
Hufflepuff Graduate
P.S. I will forever be a strong supporter of anything related with the awesome Badgers of this school.
Teegan wiped away the tears that had formed as she wrote. She looked at the page, wanting to rip it out of the book and burn it in the fireplace. But she didn't. She knew that somehow the word she had written would let others get on with their lives.
You can quote, disagree with, glorify or vilify me But about the only thing you can't do is ignore me
Sarah walked over to the year book, pulling out a muggle pen. She chewed the end thoughtfully, and started to write, in a deep green ink, for her snaky house.
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Dear New Snaky Students.
Hogwarts has been my true home for 7 years now. I was raised in an Orphanage, never knowing who my true family is, or where they may be. I may not have any friends, but I have had a happy life here. I may have been cast out, simply for my talents of being able to talk to snakes, or my natural talent for magic. I leave this message in hope you may find it useful. Sometime in my later life, I may come back to Hogwarts, as a Professor, or with the Ministry. But take my words to heart...
Make friends. You may come and think 'I know no one, how do I fit in?' The answer is, simply say hi, meet a few new people. Be yourself, don't show off. If showing off is your perso, don't do it. Keep options open. And never, ever, think that no one want's to be your friend, no one will ever like you. That's what idiots like me do. I learnt that, but it was too late. Stick with your true friends.
At the start, people may look down on you, because you're new. Don't take it. Stand up for what you believe to be right. And never stop dreaming. Take chances as they are thrown at you. Join teams, clubs and ignore those that call you names, that may hurt. Hold your head high, your shoulders back, and people will say 'Who's that? He/She must be a great person.'
Life is short, and doesn't have a life-time guarantee. Live everyday as if it was your last. And I don't mean you have relatives round your bed, and a priest in the hall. Make those friends, keep those friends, and live life to the full.
You old snaky house-mate,
Sarah Potion
PS. I will always support anything Slytherin. GO SNAKES!
Sarah wiped away the tears that had come. She had tried to ignore this day. But it was here upon her. She took one last look at her home, for the last 7 years, and went down to her final End of Term Feast, hoping her words may help the 1st years, in their 7 years at this castle
Patrick had decided to come back to school of the end of the term feast. Sure maybe he was out on his own, teaching at Durmstrang, but he was still that Snake who had come to school here. Besides, even though he hadn't graduated...well not really....it didn't mean he couldn't bid a final farewell to the school. He had told himself he wasn't going to mope about this but he had been.
This was the hardest part for him really. He walked over to the big leather bound book and found a blank page. He picked up a quill and decided to write a little something. A goodbye.
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Dear students of Hogwarts,
This year has been one of the craziest of my life. I mean, being a transfer from Durmstrang I really had no clue what to expect. I had to say though it's been one of my favorite years even though I didn't graduate. People here have helped influence me and make me a better person. Let's just say that once jealousy occurred it led to drama. Even though I really could have done without the detentions and house points taken away, this school and it's faculty was great.
I want to leave some notes for people I most definitely won't forget....
Aiden- What can I say mate? We were first sworn enemies and now we're practically best friends. I have to say that our end of year schemes were fun and I'm glad we don't hate each other anymore. Oh sorry again for the bruises and bloodiness I caused in our "fight" and sorry for sending you to the Hospital Wing. You really turned out to not be that bad of a guy. I hope I see you again someday soon in the future. Until then, good luck buddy with the girls. Have a good term next year!
Ella- We certainly had our ups and downs this year Ella. I had a good time getting to know you and had fun with whatever relationship we once shared. I'm sorry that we didn't work out but you're with Aiden now and you've seemed happier than you've been in a long time. I hope you had a good term, even with all the drama we caused. You're one of the funnest people I've met and I hope you succeed in whatever you do. Try not to kill Savannah even though you hate her. Have a good summer!
Trixie- Well Trix, you made it this far even after I almost killed you. Which again, I'm sorry about. You're a sweet girl and I still feel as though you could be a little sister. I know that there's some guy worthy of your awesomeness out there. Please don't kill anyone next year out on the Quidditch field. You did a great job as beater and I hope you make the team next year. Take care and I'll see you this summer hopefully.
Vanessa- Out of everyone I met at Hogwarts V, you're the one that meant the most. In fact you're the first person I met who went here. We had our fights and jealously stunts, plus acted pretty immature to each other but through it all I have to say that I love you and hope that we'll be together for a long time. Who didn't see us coming right? Whatever you do in the future I'm sure you'll be great at. I'll make sure to write when we're apart and I still owe you another skateboarding lesson. Have a good summer!
Savannah- I haven't known you too long Savannah and from what I have known of you, you seem like a pretty dramatized girl. You're little stunts of jealousy was awful might I say and you're stupid cat deserved it you know. Try not to be too mean next term. I know I'm asking a lot. For some reason I have a bad feeling I'll see you this summer. Until then, adios!
Healer Moretti- I can't forget you Miss Healer! Thanks for the suffering you put upon me this term. I'll never forget our detention together and the lectures I got from you. I'm glad we got to see each other often even if you did hate my guts. So farewell! I'll miss the suffering. Who knew I was capable of writing an apology letter?
It was perhaps the only thing that really signalled the end of her Hogwarts schooling - her personal admission into the seventh year memory book. Pale-faced, the Gryffindor Prefect fumbled with her ink pot and drew out finding a suitable quill perhaps just trying to make the inevitable a little further away. She opened the thick volume slowly, cringing as she leafed past pages of foot notes, annotations, random scribblings and tears. The indents in the parchment were most surely tears. ..The way she was going, her's would soon join them. Taking a shaky breath she dipped her quill into the gold ink - for her own individualistic flair and began to write.
SPOILER!!: Memories
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Dear.. whoever is reading this, Because no one really cares, I'm just pathetic and nostalgic and want to write some sappy crap
My name is Cameron. Cameron Anwen Caddock. Everyone calls me Cam or Cammy. I've always thought Cameron is too weird and formal and my middle name is a load of codswallop because it means beautiful. I've always thought it should be gwallgof because that means mental. But my name doesn't really matter now..
This is about Hogwarts right? And giving some morsel of awesome advice to the underclassmen? Puhlease. I wouldn't feed my advice to my pygmy puff let alone a human. But I'll try leave you with something cool.
Hogwarts was my home. For seven years this was the place I found food, a bed and all the other random necessities but more importantly friends.. and humour and confidance. I used to be the creepy, weirdo redhead that screamed at people and then, I suppose, Hogwarts changed me a little. Not the actual school you twerp! No. The people. I can't say I know everyone, but the people I did meet, made an impact. A good one. I changed for the better, for shizzle.
To start, I'd like to thank Professor Carlton. Chyeah. That's right. And it seems incredibly suck-uppy, but Prof. you believed I could do some good. As a Prefect. Y'know. You didn't think I'd eat a first year's head off.. and for that, thanks. For having faith. I'm glad that you believed in me; when I didn't believe in myself.
Next, Lorelai Bristol. I hate yellow and sometimes her glitter get's stuck in my eye for weeks but she's my best friend and the only human best friend I've had. I had a cat once and his name was.. I digress. Sometimes, I want to wear sunnies when you pile on the pink, but it's you and if you can love me as incredibly strange as I am, then I can love you. Pink loving and all.
Oliver. Babe, I probably would've become a lonely, old, depressed cat lady if it weren't for you. Maybe not a cat lady because I don't like animals much but you get the idea. You make me laugh and you're my everything. That sounds sappy. I never said that..
We've had our fights and my irrationality and all of that shizz, and yet you still like me. You're a weirdo but I love you. You're the normal to my abnormal. Sometimes.. hehe!
Savaaa You. Keep in touch, chikka. ALRIGHT? Yeah. You better.
Kurumi. Wow. You. are. amazing. I wish you ALL the best in the future. Seriously. There's some advice, tot. Do Gryffindor proud! I know you will.. but y'know. As your Prefect I should have something intelligent to say. Oh, and for Christmas, can you like.. send me some of your cookies? Chyeah. Thanks sweets. I know you'll do well. I sense greatness in you, kiddo. hehe. Be good, alright? haha. You never heard me say this, but have ALL the fun you can before you get to your seventh year. Go crazy. Steal a ghost or summat cool. xD
Umm.. who next?
OH. To James. Jimmy. Kiddo. Seriously. I have two things to say to you. A) Don't get Neptune Bott angry and B) I am most DEFINITELY not a 6.5 *eyes* hehehehehee. But honestly. Neptune Bott = scary. Keep safe, tot.
To mah fellow prefect. I forgot to do rounds like twenty times and you were always nice about it. hehhhh. I wish you all the best in the future. But you're a Gryffindor. You'll succeed in just about anything.
Umm... to Callie, Jack, Katie, Tom, Fee, Roxxy.. umm.. I'm forgetting people, aren't I? Salander, Grayson, Rhydin, Lexi and Rex and everyone I forgot. Don't waste time at Hogwarts. It goes by fast. Too fast. Blink and you miss it type stuff.
And finally, Gryffindor. As your Prefect, I say win points and get involved and .. do your homework. Chyeah. But as someone leaving, I tell you to have fun. Really and truly. That's what it's about. and y'know homework and stuffs.
I'm going to miss you. Really. I'll miss everything about this place. The food fights, the games of hide and seek, the quidditch games, the horrible Ravenclaws *cough* Everything. Except the Aparecium. That I won't miss.
Love and peace,
Cammy.
And with that, she left.
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Oh. Lori had watched Cameron go on up, and watched her write her stuff, and had suitly followed as the redhead left the book open. She closed it up, and stood to read ALL that the book contained, her own tears brimming over as the pages slowly got nearer to where she would have to write, and people she knew were actually writing in it. How was this so sad? It was ONLY a book, Mother of Merlin.
Her best friend was adorable, she really was. The brunette had shot a glance back over at Gryffindor table, and sighed as she saw her there. Her Camelot.
But, from her satchel, she grabbed her quill [THE INK WAS BLACK :O SHOCKINGGGG] and started to scrawl on the next page.
SPOILER!!: um. stuff. horribly written stuff.
And so, goodbye comes in this form. A book.
There are so many goodbyes in these here pages, I fear mine just so happens to be written, then never seen again. So many students grace these halls, you'd expect them to take a read through this book, take some advice from students who in haste, have had to give it all up and leave.
Me: I've read this book quite a few times since i've been here at Hogwarts, and some of the words in here, I haven't understood, others I've taken on board and actually used them to my advantage. Older people have this certain wiseness surrounding them, almost like they know absolutely everything, and some want to give you help, some want to hinder.
Most at Hogwarts prefer to help.
December 2069, I found out I was a witch, and my parents had been hiding it from me.
September 2070, I began Hogwarts. And in some sense, began my life all over again. I had three years, to live out seven, and I feel i've achieved it.
Thanks to you guys, who grace these halls right now.
You all walk this castle, and smile at people you don't know, hurl insults at people you dislike, shoot hexes at others -which I am certainly NOT condoning, so don't do it!- and you never realise how much you're shaping your own future, and someone elses. You students are the ones that actually make Hogwarts, you and myself. Hogwarts wouldn't be Hogwarts without it's students would it? No: it'd just be a castle, inhabited by ghosts. We inhabit it's walls, and we make our memories, the things we don't forget ever, because we have them nestled so far into our hearts, we're physically not allowed to forget.
Which actually makes me incredibly happy. Because remembering my time here, will certainly bring smiles to my face, and to many others who have left, and who will leave. Hogwarts is a home, to many of us. Or atleast a home, away from home. So many of us take this castle and it's adults for granted, but we shouldn't. No, we should thank them. Thank them everyday, for being here, because if they weren't here, we wouldn't be. So it's down to them that you know all these little things, that you can sit your exams, or do your homework.
Once upon a time, we all sat on that stool, and got sorted. Once upon a time, we all joined our house table for the first time, attended our first class, encountered the wonders that Hogwarts offers us. Once upon a lifetime.
Because that's all you get, a lifetime to try and make something of yourself. A lifetime can be forever, it can also be the shortest thing ever, but what I can say is something that happens once, is Hogwarts. You only get one chance for your seven years, and you first years, well you're lucky. You just finished your first year here, and I bet some of you can't wait to go home and see your parents, and have no homework? Well there are lots of students right now, heartbroken -myself, included- because we just finished our seventh year here [okay, some not seventh years fully, but at the age of seventh years.] and we're going to walk out those doors soon, and board that train for the last time. And return to places we don't specifically know, as much as we do this castle.
I bet there are things in your homes you know perfectly, my home? Well I have a new one now, new start new house? That sounds nice, doesn't it? Nothing beats this home though, not even perfection, and pink, and glitter, and shoes. None of it beats what you get from this place.
You get knowledge, friends, preparation for life, soul, dignity, passion, thrive, thirst for success, ability to cope with failure, and love. Some, well they even get hearts.
People come to Hogwarts, and they just want to leave, and go home, because they've never had all those things before. And then the unity of the student body here, just enthralls your head, and you become someone. People know your name, you start to belong. And that's all anybody ever wants, isn't it? To belong.
I came to Hogwarts as a heartless, fashionable, pink, sarcastic cow. I'm leaving this place, still a fashionable, pink, sarcastic cow. But i'm also leaving with another side to myself: a Hufflepuff. A loyal friend to some, a loyal enemy to others, but a loyal student in entirety.
People say that a unity of people can't change someone like who I was, but I'd like to say now, on behalf of myself and my future and those who i'll encounter, that they can. And they have, in these very pages. Read them, and be inspired, be inspired to become the very person you never thought you could be. Make something of yourself, have a passion, and go for it. Don't leave it to others. Your future, right now, is in your hands, and you want to make money don't you? One day: you'll want to help someone like who you are now, and the time might have passed. How unfortunate.
In contrast to that, don't let your schoolwork take over your head, you need to have this escape from it all. Climb a tree, take a dive in the lake, play hide and seek in the castle, bribe the house elves for extra chocolate; whatever. Whatever makes you feel alive.
I'm getting looks from people now, and I can see i've wrote a lot, and most actually wont read it all, but please, for me, just make the most of your years here, because they go so quick. I wish I would have had the ability to spend all seven years here, like most, because it's all over in a blink.
For my Hufflepuff's: I'll miss you, and the atmosphere in our common room, keep us graduating badgers happy, and make us proud as you go and keep on being who you are.
For the already graduated: You wont see this, but thank you. Thank you for shaping this student body with your wisdom, and shaping me in the process. I owe you more than could be written.
For the professors, who have came and gone, and the came and are still here: To you, I owe my brains, heck a couple of years ago, I didn't know I could turn one thing into another.
For my fellow seventh years: You guys, i'll see you again. This isn't goodbye, the only form a real goodbye can come in, is death. There's always chance to see someone again, always chance to share memories. So I intend for that. Don't forget our memories, and go forth and spread your hearts to the world. We did it, didn't we? How happy I am to have shared this last year with you all. To thee, I owe my heart.
For all students: If you see us in the streets, don't hesitate to say hi, if you hear we're in trouble, or having a hard time, write. Offer us the help I know you all have in your heart to give out. And then congratulate us, when we go forth in life, and actually make you proud. That, I hope I will do in life.
It's been a beautiful three years here, and I have to confirm that I've had a beautiful blast being among you all, and being a prefect in this last year. I've achieved more than I could have ever hoped to. Thank you, all.
The time has came again, for us to bid thee all a farewell, and as many have done before me, I leave you all my love, and my some glitter. A simple owl will ensure you some glitter, and some love.
I'll see you again.
Miss you like crazy!
Love in pink, glitter, and shoes;
Lorelai Dakota Bristol.
Or; shoe!girl, Glitter!Girl, Lolly, Lori!Louu, and others.
Hufflepuff 2070-2073.
Hufflepuff Prefect 2072-2073.
Hogwartian; for life.
P.S: You may know me as Lorelai Stemp in future, just saying.
With that, the 'puff scurried back to her table, leaving the book open at her own tear stained page.
Adam stepped hesitantly over to the Memory Book and sighed as he picked it up, ran his palms over the cover, flicked through the pages. This was finalising it, just a little, and he didn't like it. Not at all, but as he read through all of it's pages, it brought a smile to his face. The only people who probably ever read this were the leaving Seventh Years, but heck! He'd write in it and hope that one day someone read his crap. Turning to the page where there was room for another entry, he read the last one, and he smiled to himself as he noticed who it was by. His Lorelai. And her entry was pretty cool, so Lori-ish. And it seemed fitting that he would have to write underneath it - until he reached the end. Lorelai Stemp?! he mouthed, to himself and only to himself. Woah, what was she thinking? Was this a hint that he should propose? All Adam knew was that he was wayyy to young, and he wasn't ready. His heart was in his mouth, and so he forced himself to focus on something else, on what he was going to write.
SPOILER!!: Adams crappy advice.
Yeah, guys, girls, cats, owls. Oldies, newbies, Profs, ghosts. Whoever wants to read this, I'm Adam Stemp, seventh year Ravenclaw who is sooooo not ready for marriage yet. And I leave soon, too soon infact; I don't want to get on the train and go home. And although that's obviously a horrible feeling, it's one of the nicest ones I've ever had.
I came to Hogwarts in my fifth year, after getting expelled from Durmstrang (long story, involving Lions, Levitating Teachers, failing Exams. Write to me and I'll tell you the full story). Technically, I should've been a sixth year, and therefore I should've graduated already. But I hung back a year; my dad wanted me to at least attempt my exams again.
Back then, I hated school; I didn't want to come, the only plus side I saw was the girls where hot. Yeah, I'm a typical boy, what d'you plan on doing about it? As soon as I got on the train, I wanted to go home. I didn't want to sit through boring classes with a bunch of people I didn't know.
But as soon as I stepped through the Great Hall doors for my first time, something changed. I automatically loved the place, it was (bad cliché) magical. And on that same day I was sorted into Ravenclaw - I wasn't the brightest, so it amazed me. And I didn't get that many OWL's and I didn't finish my NEWT's but I don't care. I had the most amazing time here, and it's something I'll never forget. I came to Hogwarts to do exams, but I'm leaving with something else.
I'm leaving with some amazing memories, some amazing friends and the best feeling of actually belonging to somewhere, because I never felt like I fitted in Durmstrang, or with my mum and dad. And this feeling, it's amazing. So all I'm going to say is make the most of your time here while you can. I know that I actually didn't, and no one else should make that mistake. So mingle with others, strive to do the best you can, earn points for your house, and do all that stuff that I started and never finished. Because there isn't enough time here.
And remember, it's not all about the grades you get. It's about more than that, about becoming a person, an adult. And never forget it. So back to the feeling, the best feeling I've ever had is not wanting to leave this place, because I belong here, and I have the best memories here. And it's amazing.
Good luck, to any who will read this.
- Adam Stemp, Ravenclaw.
And putting his quill down, Adam smiled at the book and left.
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Calling for my demons now to let me go ↽
Alex had thought of writing a lot, about how it wasn't important to be remembered and that if anything it should be for something good and NOT skipping all of your final exams, which would still not have him remembered.
But in the end he want for something small.
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Prof. Antares Owns.
Peace out, homies.
~Alexander Miner
And off to the feast he went.
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Days of Potter 2023:___________________________ Which Bertie Botts Flavour Are You? You are Chocolate!
Taking a deep breath, Sarah stared down at the big book in front of her. She'd read it so many times, but it didn't occur to her that one day SHE would be writing in it. Sniffing, she took her quill out of her bag, and folded back the pages to see the last few entries. Lori, Cam and Adam. She knew them all, and reading their words didn't really help her. What was she going to write?
Dipping her quill, she turned to an empty page and began.
SPOILER!!: Entry
New students. I guess this is all for you. But I'm not really a great one with words, not the written kind anyway. So please forgive me if this is short or makes no sense.
I'm Sarah Griffin, I suppose I should tell you that first, in case you are interested in our names. Hufflepuff and Hogwarts has been my home for the last seven years. I've proudly worn the yellow and black of the badgers since the very first day I arrived - and even more proudly - been it's Prefect for my fifth and sixth terms, then the pinnacle came when I was asked to be Head Girl this past year. That's what happens when come to this place...It envelopes you, and you become so fiercely loyal to the end of your days.
I'm a Muggleborn, so had no clue about magic until that letter arrived for me. To say I was scared when I first came here is an understatement. But as soon as I saw the castle from the boats, I knew this was going to be special. The halls are rich with history - years and years of students, just like you and me, coming and going - learning. That is what Hogwarts does so well. You learn to be you. To enchance the special gifts you have been given. I feel it has made me a better person, and it can do the same for all of you. Embrace it. Learn, play, have fun, work hard, pass those exams in a few years. Listen to your peers, because believe it or not, they sometimes know what they are talking about.
I have met the most amazing people here, friends I know I will have for life. Lorilou, Wesley, Miranda, Torin, Trixie, Oliver....there are more people too, but this isn't coming easily to me right now, so forgive my forgetfulness. So many things have happened to us all, good and bad, but I wouldn't change a thing. Not for one second. Because everything has made me who I am now - more grown up, more prepared for the outside world. So to them I say thank you. For being there for me when I'm sad, and sharing my happy moments. I love you all, and can't wait until we get together again.
There are too many of you professors to mention, who have taught me over the years. All of my knowledge has come from you. I wouldn't be half the witch I am without your teaching, and I certainly wouldn't have passed my seven OWL's. So thank you, too, I appreciate everything - more so than you know.
One day all you newbies will be writing in here, same as me, and I just hope that you will have as many brilliant memories to take away with you as I have. Leaving this place is one of the hardest things I have ever had to do - so that really should tell you all you need to know about Hogwarts. It's a castle that enchants your life and makes it better, filled with people that have the ability to do the same.
Find your friends, your favourite teachers, lessons, things you are good at, and make the most of it. Because, believe me, seven years goes by far too quickly.
I wish you all the best, and to my fellow Hufflepuffs - go and make Helga proud.
Love,
Sarah Griffin.
Hufflepuff/Hogwarts - 2066-Forever.
Weep silently, Sarah stuffed her quill back in her bag and rushed off.
Kel slowly walked up to the Memory Book, mulling thoughts around in his head. He didn’t know what he wanted to say. He idly flipped through the other pages in the book, skimming over other peoples’ entries. They all said pretty much the same thing – and the pretty much said what Kel was thinking about saying. Well… oh well. He’d risk sounding unoriginal. Taking a deep breath and dipping his quill in ink, he began to write.
Text Cut: what he wrote
Hey, whoever might be reading this. I'm Keltan Micheals... but I go by Kel because Keltan is too formal and that's what my parents call me. I didn't start school here in my first year, because my parents are crazy and wanted to homeschool me. Thankfully, somehow I convinced them to let me come here.
I didn’t know what to expect when I first came to Hogwarts, 14 years old, in my third year. I had my own little fantasy as to what it would be like, and how much I would love it, and how much I wouldn’t want to go leave. And no matter how much I might have dreamed about it, it was no where close to what I expected.
Hogwarts is more than just a school, to me, and to a lot of people that live here for the school term. It’s a home away from home. For me, it was a home that was better than my real home. I felt more myself here, like I could really be me. It was here that I made my first real, life-long friends, and it was here that I met my soul mate. So many memories were made here, and I know I’ll always remember them. Forever.
For Jenn Blood, my fiancé: Thank you for being you, and for being with me. I love you so much, and I can’t wait to go out into life with you right by my side. You were the one who always brought out the best in me, the one that I could always go to for a laugh, or a smile, a hug or a kiss. I love you.
For Satine Farris, my sister: You have no idea, Satine, how much you actually mean to me. I’m so glad that we’ve become such great friends – brother and sister. You’re officially the coolest little sister a boy could EVER have. I loved our adventures and the fun times we had together. Enjoy the rest of your Hogwarts years, watch out for the boys, and keep me in your thoughts. Don’t forget that I know how to write letters, and that I love talking to you – and I want to hear from you, okay? I love you.
To my graduated friends, Livvy Zhang and Rachel Rider: Liv, you should be proud to know that you were the only person I ever allowed to call me ‘Kelly.’ Yes, feel honored. You guys were some of the best friends I’ve ever made. I even thought you were cool when I thought girls were all crazy – and that’s something.
To Jesse Highmore: You were the first person I’ve ever muggle-fought with. Thanks for letting me see how not to throw a punch. And it’s a good thing the broken nose you caused set back straight, or I wouldn’t have been very happy.
But still, you really seemed like a cool guy. And well, thanks for giving me Jenn, if you know what I mean.
To my other friends/acquaintances: Thanks for everything you’ve ever done. We might not have been close, but knowing you has changed me, in some way or another.
To the Hogwarts Professors/staff: Professors, thanks for teaching me, and stuff. You guys are all awesome, even if your subjects aren’t. And for the rest of the staff, thanks for the stuff you do!
To Ravenclaw: We really are the best house there is. We’ve got brains and beauty, and we’re also pretty awesome, if I do say so myself. Stay awesome, keep spirit, stay smart, and stay all blue-y and stuff. BLUEISCOOL.
So, people, enjoy Hogwarts while you’re here. Make friends, make enemies, go to class, have fun, and live life to its fullest. Blah blah blah, there should be more emotional/inspirational stuff here, but I don't especially want to get emotional 'cause I'm a MAN and men don't get emotional.
So, anyway, have a wonderful life, guys.
-Keltan James Micheals
Ravenclaw, 2073
Reading over what he wrote, Kel honestly felt slightly embarrassed by putting so much of himself into a book that strangers were going to read. But he figured that maybe somebody would actually like it, and think of him, so he didn't tear out the page. Instead he flipped the page to a blank one for the next person that would write in it, and walked away from the book.
This was it. The moment where he would have to acknowledge it. Raiden stepped up to the old book, its pages filled with the words of years gone by, and sucked his bottom lip between his teeth. It was reserved for only those who were leaving to scribble their stories into. For those whose time here, in this school, had finally come to an end.
He took up the quill.
Before he set to writing, the man flipped back several pages, watching the dates carefully, until the familiar names petered off. It took some time, but he set himself to reading through the entries, aged though they were, of those who he had known. Silently, he pored over the memories of those who had passed through before him, eyes roaming over the advice of those who had made it through their seventh year. Idly, his mind wondered about what those who had left before that would have written. His friends, who had slipped quietly away without a word, before making it to graduation. The words they would have left behind, for students like him, who remained.
Hesitantly, he set the tip of the feather to the page. How was he even meant to begin?
SPOILER!!: 'tis longish.
I have called more people 'friend' in the last seven years than I can ever attest to having spoken to in my life before arriving here. My time has had its ups and downs, as everyone and anyone attending this school will also say. Together with the student body, I passed through both the greatest years of my life so far, and quite possibly the worst. Detentions, fights, clawing at the edges of life only to drag myself back at the last second... I've seen many of these moments in these halls.
Even so, I can easily say... thank you, Hogwarts.
Without these dark patches, the bright moments might not seem as wonderful as they are.
I have a few things to say, to many, many people. If I were to list everyone who impacted my time here... I would fill the rest of this book. As it is, there seem to be several impatient people waiting on me already, so I'll hurry myself along.
To Arya - There are not enough words to express what I want to say to you. Which is stunning, because there are three languages and part of a fourth in my head. You are such a strong person for someone so young. Your resiliency and ability to continue being happy, and showing warmth to others, is amazing. I wish I could be here to watch you go through the rest of your time at Hogwarts, but I don't think I need to. Your strength, even at your age, will carry you through with flying colours. Never let anyone scare you. Never be intimidated. You've overcome far worse than anything life can throw at you now. I'll miss you.
To Sabel - I poke fun at you all the time, I know. You're clumsy. You are recklessly brave. You care more for others' safety and happiness than you seem to your own. You lack the filter between your brain and mouth that stops you from saying the things that can cause you trouble. As much as I jest about these being bad qualities... they're not. I'm proud to call myself the friend of 'that boy with the Gryffindor stupidity'. You've no qualms about saying what needs to be said to those who need hear it, and I respect that immensely.
But please, do try to stay out of detention.
I'm here, whenever you need me. You know that.
To Kellen - Stern, what do I even say to you. It's been a pleasure, sir. We've been through hell together, and found our way back. I can never say I had a dull moment while around you. Your friendship is indispensable. You've helped me through a lot. Without your help, who knows where I'd be. Don't let anyone knock you around again. And keep an eye on our Gryffindor. I'm sure you know a few medical charms by now, and you'll probably need them.
To Destiny, Evelyn, and Marie - You are three of the most talented, cunning young ladies to enter into the Slytherin House since I arrived at Hogwarts. Your guts and intelligence will get you far in this world. I wish you all the best. I will never forget the rather odd memories that accompany your names in my head. Walking Destiny on a leash, and carrying her wand around for days afterward because she'd tried to bury it. Dancing with Evelyn in the dungeon corridors with our matchy Slytherin skin colours after Potions Class. Marie, helping to keep me warmed up after the Triwizard tasks. There's so many amusing things about all three of you, and so many more memories than I can recount. Continue to do well, and stay out of trouble. Prefect Kururugi will still be watching.
To Nia - You are beautiful, strong, intelligent, and more amazing than you will ever allow yourself to believe. Never forget that, and never let anyone tell you otherwise. Your encouragement as a friend means more to me than you will ever know. Thank you for being there when I needed you. I wish our friendship had started long before it did. Things might have gone differently. Even so, I hope you know that you are one of the most important people in the world to me.
I wish I could be more for you than what I am. I wish you'd let me.
To Neptune - I do love you, you know. No matter what.
To Mia - I'm sorry I couldn't win for you, but at least someone did. I hope things work out for you, because you deserve it.
To Tibi - You may never read this, considering you've gone. I'm sorry we got to know each other through the circumstances we did. Even so, you're a wonderful kid. Be happy, whether you're at Hogwarts, Beauxbatons, or anywhere else in this world. And never blame yourself for things beyond your control.
To those who have gone before I - You've left your marks on my heart. Daphne, Cela, Nico, Kiri, Miss Kayla, Miss Evolette, Plymouth, Cope, Professor Truebridge and every staff member that came and went during my time here... thank you. I am who I am today only because of you. I can only hope that there are others who will someday be able to say the same about me.
My co-prefects, as well as the Head Boy and Head Girl - It's been a pleasure. I couldn't have asked for better people to work alongside through all my time as Prefect.
To the odds - I've beaten you. I'm not a prisoner to you anymore.
To every Slytherin that is here, or will be soon - Remember. There is nothing wrong with being in Slytherin; our house is not evil, our house is not cruel. Our house is only what we make it. Please continue to make it a house that can be respected and loved.
To all of the students at Hogwarts - Remember:
Your words have power. Use them wisely. Others listen, and others form their opinions of you based on what you've said. They act based on what you've put forth. Say what you mean, and mean what you say. Apologise when it's necessary, even if it wounds your pride.
Nobody can break you if you will not let them. Fight with all your strength. Overcome the obstacles, and damn the odds. Anything can be beaten.
Your friends are irreplaceable. Cherish them, hold onto them, and value them above all else.
And always, always... smile.
Forever Yours,
Raiden Jae Kururugi
Slytherin Prefect
Hogwarts Champion
Hogwarts Graduate, Class of 2073
He lingered there a moment longer, the quill hovering over the page filled with his writing as if he wasn't quite sure if he was done, before he set it down and slipped away.
The Memory Book. This really made things real, huh? Oliver trudged up to it wearing a pout on his face. He didn't want to leave this place; he wasn't ready to leave.
He scanned the few entries on the previous pages and a feeling of nostalgia filled him. Sadness mixed with happiness. He'd had some good times here; met some of the best people and learned a great deal.
The pout faded and he picked up the quill, pausing for a second to gather his thoughts.. and then began to write in his scratchy scribbled rushed scrawl.
SPOILER!!: Oliver's ramblings
Quote:
To.. whoever may be reading this.. if anyone.
I'm not gonna waffle on too much. Anyone who knows me well knows I'm not good at this writing shizz, but there's a few people I want to thank personally and a few memories I want to share.
I didn't start Hogwarts in my first year like most of the kids here. I envy those who got to spend seven whole years within these walls and exploring the beautiful grounds. I came here when I was fifteen and wasn't welcomed in the warmest of ways. A few misplaced words to a certain yellow Quidditch Captain and a viscous food fight erupted over at the Rodent table. A hostile start, and one I thought was going to continue for the rest of my schooling. But I was wrong. Very wrong. I have made some of the best friends I could ever ask for. I love them all dearly and know they're the kind of friendships that will last a lifetime.
To Miranda (AKA Rodent Girl): You may have left a year ago but you still have a very special place in my heart. You taught me what a wet willy is and I taught you what it's like to have mashed potato rubbed in your face. You 'got' me and I 'got' you. You love Star Wars almost as much as me and Quidditch even more. You're just like one of the boys. A REALLY cute boy; one who looks good even with a pair of goat's horns poking out the top of her head.
Trixie: You would so laugh at me right now. I'm choking up just thinking about all the good times I've had with you. From hurling clothes pegs at me in History of Magic, to being a shoulder to cry on when I've been at my lowest. You're crazy and emotional and you wear your heart on your sleeve at all times, but you're also a rock; the strongest girl I know. You're smart, funny and have A MEAN Beater's swing. You're an absolute asset to Slytherin. My heart will be heavy without the sunshine you bring to my life everyday. I love you, Memory Charm.
Cam: I refrained from calling you Hammy.. Oh whoops, guess I just did! Good job you're not here to deck me one.
It seems weird writing a little anecdote to you considering I'll probably see you tomorrow.. and the next day and the one after that; but you're the feistiest chick I've ever had the pleasure to meet, and when your hair does that crackling thing when you're angry, it just melts my cold cold heart. You're SO weird that you think I'M normal. I love you. I love your weirdness; I love you're irrational insecurities. They make you who you are and I adore you.
Oh.. and OH my JEEZ you look hot in red! You kept that Little Red Riding costume, right, babe?
Sarah: You're the sane in a world of insanity. You're balanced and reliable and you've always been there if I ever needed anything. You were a fair prefect and an awesome Head Girl. It's been a pleasure working with you. I hope we'll meet again. My world would be an emptier place without you in it.
Lori: I'll miss you and your shoes. I'll even miss the pink and the glitter. We have a love / hate relationship but the love far outweighs the hate.. for me anyway. Keep smiling, keep being the emotional weirdo that you are and keep on glittering the world.
Nancy: You're one of the coolest human beings ever. You're smart, funny and that Stephen fella is one hell of a lucky dude. If it hadn't been for you, I don't think I'd be here today. You saved my life. I'm sorry I made it so stressful for you. I truly hope we'll cross paths again some day.
Brody: Ooh la la Ms Brodeh Summers. You and I had some awesome times. You're one of the nicest girls I know and I don't understand why you're often given such a hard time. I'd wager it's jealousy. You're hotter, richer and blonder than most. You're the girl all the girls want to be and all the boys want to date. Keep holding your head up high and showing the world how amazing you are.
Diggy: Stay cool man. I love you, bro. And if you don't tryout for the Quidditch team next year I'll set Sarah on you in full body armour. And you and I both KNOW she's a force to be reckoned with.
Roxxy, Klaudette, Super Wes, Purple, Torin, Callie, Kaytone, Melissa, Emma, and all the other friends and I've met at Hogwarts. Don't forget me. I love you all.
Professor Lafay: I was wrong about you and I'm sorry. You are approachable. You're misunderstood and I don't think it's fair. You're totally my favourite professor and I wish I could have got to know you a bit better. You'll be missed like woah.
Professor Vindictus: Keep doing what you do, man. You're awesome. When I'm as old as you, I hope to be even just half as cool as you are.
The Slytherin Quidditch Team: We made it the Championships – that in itself was an achievement. For those who aren't graduating, I hope you and the next Captain can make it a win next time. Wipe the floor with those Rodents for me will you?
The other Prefects and Head Girl: Thank you. It's been awesome working with you all. I couldn't have hoped for a better set of people share this experience with.
To the Staff: Thank you for everything. You've helped shape me into the man I am. I think I'm much more rounded and balanced than I was when I entered the school for the first time three years ago. I've learned so much and for that I'm eternally grateful.
The House Elves: Always so quiet and behind the scenes. You're a class act. You're cooking is worthy of any top chef and I'll miss it almost as much as people here – thanks.
Advice, ch'yeah. I don't really have any advice to give. I may be Head Boy but I'm not exactly your model student. Just.. don't do what I'd do *wink* – you'll all be ok if you stick to that one rule.
I feel like I'm repeating myself so I'm going to sign off now (told you I was bad at this stuff) and before I start blubbing like a fool.
Peace out, peeps. \m/
Oliver Greenwood: 2070-2073.
Slytherin | Quidditch Captain | Head Boy | Supreme Ruler
He scanned what he had written, wincing a little at the corniness of it all but it was too late to make any changes.
He placed down the quill and left, heading for the Great Hall and the End of Year Feast feeling a little more ready to go. The Memory Book was almost like some kind of closure and he was glad he had taken the time and made the effort to write something in it.
It was her turn. And yet, Nia wasn't sure what to write. Over the years she'd seen the older students come here and write in the books' pages, and somehow it was now her turn to leave thoughts and wisdom for those to come. Where had those seven years gone to? It seemed weird to think that she was moving on from here.
She picked up the quill, and idly brushed it against her chin as she flicked through the pages of the book - perhaps looking for some kind of inspiration of what to write. She wanted it to be...just right. She skimmed the earliest ones, and then took time to read the more recent entries she recognised the names of. They brought back memories - of people, places, goings on.
And...she'd been mentioned. She smiled at Becca's entry, though it was tinged with sadness as Nia hadn't even had a chance at the Quidditch Cup since she'd left. And Raiden's message to her? It brought a blush to her cheeks alongside an awkward smile. She bit her lip for a moment, before turning to the next clean page. She really should start writing...
SPOILER!!: Nia's wordsss.
Somehow, I'm here...on the verge of leaving. And where the last seven years have gone, I'm not entirely sure. It seemed to drag at the time, and now it seems to have gone too fast. But I know I have learnt much in these walls - from more than just the classes I attended, and the library books I read. They have helped shape me into who I am, and who I will become. For that, I am thankful.
Sure, life here has its ups and downs. That's true anywhere. But I've met some of the best people. We've helped each other through the low points, and celebrated and shared the best bits. I'm sure we'll continue to do the same for many years to come. Find your true friends. Don't expect everyone to like you straight off. Just be yourself, and the bestest friends may develop from totally awkward situations and at any time. Once there, keep them. Friends are those quiet angels that lift you to your feet when you wings forget how to fly.
To my Quidditch Teamies:
You know who you are. Thanks for making my job as Captain so enjoyable, for working so hard, and...for the cake in my hair. You've got talent in abundance, and I'm going to miss flying with you so much. We Eagles are born to fly - so I leave it to you to go show the other Houses how to do it properly and with flair. I'm also relying on you to show future generations how to throw a good celebration parteh!
To the 'Claws:
Remember not to study too hard. Have some fun once in a while. Take some time out to relax in your favourite armchair in front of the Common Room fire with a good book. Explore a bit. Just keep being awesome. And don't always rely on logic. It can be misleading. Let your heart talk too, now and then.
Ellie, you go girl! You have the skillz, and if we meet again on the pitch, I sure hope it's not as opponents for fear of some broken bones.
JD, that strategy we worked out? Use it to your advantage. You don't need that plant any more, right?!
Vashti, you improved so much so quickly. Long may that continue!
Jacob, you are a legend on and off the pitch. Nuff said.
Raiden, I don't know what to say that would do you justice. Except that even in here, you flatter me too much. I too wish our paths had crossed earlier. I admire your strength, honour your friendship, and you have my total respect. I can only thank you for your belief in me, and say that you occupy a special place in my heart. Joahae.
To everyone:
This is a special place. Go with the flow. And enjoy the ride.
Ad Caelestia Sequere.
Reach for the Stars.
Nia Newtington
Class of 2073
Ravenclaw Prefect, 2073
Ravenclaw Quidditch Captain, 2072
She reread what she'd written, not sure whether she was entirely happy with it. Though that might be the nerves of the finality of it all. With a nibble of her lip, she laid the quill down and slowly walked away. The deed was done.
Aidella | King of Confusion | Brittana | Forever ACROMANTULA
Aiden slowly walked up to the memory book and lightly passed his fingers over the page to which it was currently flipped. He glanced at the name from the previous entry, simply curious as to who wrote in it last. It was the Ravenclaw Prefect, Nia. Anyway... what did this have to do with anything? It sure wasn't helping any words come to his mind for what he would write.
He sighed, picking up the quill and pushing his lips to the side. The feather swerved and flipped as his fingers toyed with it, his mind simultaneously thinking of how to put his thoughts into words.
Here goes.
SPOILER!!: Aiden's contribution
So, this is to anyone who has passed through these old Hogwarts halls, though to a few people in particular. Some of you, having already graduated, may not even read this, but it's just for closure so don't go raining on my parade, capiche? ;]
I think this whole Seventh Year Memory Book thing is just, honestly, a really good idea because... well.. to quote a favorite movie of mine: "People buy cards [or write in books, in this case] 'cause they can't say how they feel, or they're afraid to." It's true, or at least it is for me, 'cause know I'm rubbish at verbally getting my feelings across. So, yeah. I hope this entry clears things up a little, seeing as I highly doubt I'm going to personally say any of this to anyone.
To Ella: I'm at a loss for words, yet again. hahah. Of all the people at Hogwarts, you mean the most to me. Hands down. Looking back at all the crazy stuff that we've been through, everything - all that drama - it seems so ridiculous. Thank Merlin I snagged you, though. You and me and our 'social butterflies,' Iron & Wine time, and crazy topics of conversation. You're amazing. Honestly. And sometimes I wish you'd see this as clearly as I do.
So, anyway. I could get a lot sappier, but considering this is a public book, I'll leave it at 'I love you.' I completely, ardently, totally, insanely, utterly love you. =)
To Patrick: Oh Merlin, mate. I don't know how, but... well somehow we went from being arch-rivals to best mates. Our epic brawl in the corridor is definitely worthy of my future 'Back when I was a boy..' stories that I'll tell the grandkiddos. But yeah, I too apologize for spilling your blood and sending you to the hospital wing. It's all to be laughed at now though, for we've both got the girls we want and we're both happy clams.
To Rhea: Or should I say, Lake-Dweller Shampoo commercial hair woman? ;] Rhea, I've had so many fun times with you that I'd end up taking up a loootttt of space on here if I wrote about all of them. You're my best buddy and never once have I questioned the strength and trust in our friendship. You're a funny, kind, and incredibly dependable friend and I'm lucky to have you in my life. Now stop shoving raspberry and butterbeer ice cream down my throat.
To Nancy: My Queen of Confusion! Remember when we met way, way back in Diagon Alley two years ago? Yeah, you were my first friend here. Hah! How lucky you are. ;] But in all honesty, you're an awesome, incredible friend. I loved spending time with you because I knew we could goof off endlessly, yet we could still talk about the important, more serious matters without any awkwardness or need for trivial subjects. Poor Hogwarts is now deprived of BOTH its crown-wearing royals with negative senses of direction and tendencies to plant mustaches on unsuspecting statues.
To Savannah: Savvy Conrad. We've known each other so long that I'm not sure where to start. I think it's safe to say that, no matter what stage in life I've been through with you, I've always cared about you tremendously. From family friends, to first serious relationships, to good friends again. We've been pretty rocky this year, due to stupidity on both our parts, but I see now that both our lives are heading in new, better directions that we can look at with optimism. You're an attractive girl, so just don't go breaking too many hearts in New York. Oh.. and maybe let go of the 'Ai-Ai' tag?
To Trixie: Trixie Malfoy, if you aren't a prefect by next term, I will be thoroughly flabbergasted. Apart from being a swot studious young woman, you're a really friendly, caring, and funny girl. And forgiving!.. as I remember that fateful History of Magic battle. I'm sorry that we didn't get to hang quite so much this term, but I know we've both had our issues to tend to. Good luck next year, and - being the cousin of Ellala, you'll surely be lucky enough to see me this summer.
To Cody: Cody, you are forever known to me as 'Ascot!Ape.' hahahahh. I just had to write it 'cause every time I think about that I grin. We were vague friends back at Durmstrang, but after your term at Hogwarts, I really got to see just how chill you are. Who knows what either of us will be doing in the future, but I hope we get to bump into each other every now and then. Until then, cheers to you and don't let your ascot choke you to death.
To Vanessa: First of all, I would like to clarify that I have no problem being an old, cat man. However, the kitty poop in my old man beard is a bit of a stretch... hahah. So, in spite of our love pentagon and our fake relationship, I like to think that you and I have had a pretty good time. Your love life finally worked out and so did mine, so we've at least accomplished that here. Who needs studies? =P Anyhow, I'm sure I'll see you around this summer 'cause Patrick tells me you guys will be here!
To Nekoda: KodyGotKlaws! For the record, I am very proud of that nickname that I came up with. Best ever! Aside from nicknames and jokes, I know you went through a lot this year, with your mum and all, but even though it was really tragic and unfair, I think it definitely showed how strong you are. Sometimes I wonder if Sav realizes how lucky she is to have you as a best friend, though I know you two balance each other out like ying and yang.. or something (pardon the lame metaphor). So, see ya around.. KodyGotKlaws!!
To everyone: Strive for what you want. Relax. Have a laugh. And put things into perspective.
Sincerely,
Aiden Chevalier
Class of 2073
Oh yeah, and..
BABY, I LAIK IT!
Phew. Sheesh, that took longer than expected. But, it was done now. He skipped a proofread 'cause he really didn't feel like cringing at how cheesy he had gotten, so Aiden dropped the quill onto the page of the book and left. Done and done.
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Arienna counted her way over to where she knew the podium was. Pulling her special quill out of her pocket, she dropped it onto the paper. After a moment, it hovered just above the parchment, and she spoke. As it wrote, not only did written words appear on the page, but tiny braille bumps did as well.
"The time I have spent at Hogwarts were five years I wouldn't take back for the world. I fought against everyone who told me "You can't". My parents. My neighbors. Even some of my peers. I fought for myself. I am blind. I haven't heard of one single person to attend Hogwarts with my most prominent trait. People have said it can't be done. I proved them wrong. I even proved myself wrong. In my sixth year, I threw my name into the Goblet of Fire. I was able to perform magic with ease, despite sightlessness. I can apparate. I've invented things-- I invented the quill I'm writing with right now.
If there is one person I have to name, it is Mister David Kapoor. He was present for three years of my time here, and he is still my favorite Professor (Not that all the others weren't great). He was the best Divination Professor. He inspired me. He lifted me when I was down. And he didn't care that I couldn't see. He was the only one I truly believed to be able to overlook it, no pun intended. Perhaps one day I can tell him this.
Professor Lafay, I thank for having the patience to tolerate a blind girl in Potions class. I'm just impressed I never spilled anything. Professor Descoteaux and Professor Tate, I admire your courage for even letting me hold a wand. And Professor Vindictus, I thank you for being an amazing head-of-house. I thank the people who were not afraid of me just because I am blind.
So my advice?
Don't let people tell you what you can't do.
Pasta is better than rice and beans.
Enjoy sunsets.
Have pride, but not too much.
Know yourself.
Don't trust anyone over fifty or under forty-nine.
Appreciate music.
Rebel.
Sleep is good in moderation.
Fall in love.
Take risks.
Remember me.
~ Arienna Hotchkiss Malone"
She gave a small sniffle, adjusting her dark glasses, and picked up the quill once more.
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Emily approached the Memory Book... taking slow steps until she reached it.
She stilll didn't know what she was going to write, she didn't really want to write anything- because that would mean having to come to terms that she was leaving.. and never coming back.
Inhaling a deep breath, Emily composed herself and took up the quill.
Hhhmmm yes, blue ink seemed appropriate at this point.
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First of all I would like to thank all my wonderful Professor's that have provided me with support, guidance and care during my seven years here at Hogwarts, without them I wouldn't be the witch I am today. In particular, I would like to thank Professor Vindictus, for being a terrific Head of House and an enthusiastic Flying and occasionaly Herbology teacher, needless to say his classes were never boring and always memorable.
I would also like to thank Professor Lafay for all her support and guidance particularly this last term.
Other Professors I should mention: Professor Descoteaux, Professor Saylen, Professor Truebridge, Professor Hadley, ProfessorZookara, Professor Bishop, Professor Tate and anybody I may have forgotten.
To my peers and future students I have the following advice:
1) Relax and Enjoy. Take the time to make new friends, to do fun things. Make the most of your seven years- because I promise you the time will fly.
2) Don't stress. Take things easy and at your own pace. You will get there in the end.
3) Be Active and Involved. Join clubs and groups, play sports and make sure you always put in 100% - this includes classes, trust me it will be worth it.
4) Be yourself, don't try to be someone your not. It just makes life easier that way.
5) And lastly... do not... ever ... comsume a stale batch of tongue-loosening serum, then snog the bread roll that is clenched between your Head of House/ Deputey Headmaster/ Flying Instructor/ Herbology teachers mouth... it may get awkward.
Thank you Hogwarts for the last seven years, they have been Bliss.
I will miss you, with all my heart and love.
P.S.. This years Ravenclaw Quidditch Team = the definition of Epic
Emily Ellouise Morgan Browne.
7th Year (Epic) Ravenclaw.
His progression to the memory book was slow, his brow furrowed in thought and eyes on the ground. Really, he hadn't intended to leave anything in the book, hadn't thought he would have anything to say that others would care to read. But somewhere between here and there, it had clicked that expectation meant little in the present, only a choice of action or non-action were what mattered. And what mattered was saying goodbye and most importantly, thank you.
Stepping up to the book, he carefully picked up the quill, smoothing the parchment of the page with his free hand. A few students from this year had already made their entries, their own farewells. For a good moment, he simply stared at the bandaging around his hand, his thoughts wandering back through space and time.
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Originally Posted by Sabel's Message
I never considered myself to be the instrument of a message, more of a broken mouthpiece that spoke out of turn and out of line. Before, I would have argued that this poor direction in voice was a result of the adamant feelings of my own heart, and were so potent in their raw hew, that no one would wish to hear them. It didn't stop me from speaking, but it did keep me from being able to convey what my heart was truly trying to say. Ironic, isn't it?
So, I will be honest when I say I thought it would be erroneous to make an entry in this beautiful collection of memories and love, believing that my raw and blunt method of communication would taint and tarnish the flow of well wishes and thanks. That was until I stepped foot into this hall, on my last day in Hogwarts, the last day with the family I have come to know and love. Until I walked into the hall and looked up at the vaulted ceilings which carry the laughter and voices of those I have come to know, listened to them dance and float amongst the beams and the floating candles, supporting the roof of this place as much as the cool pillars of stone do. Then I realized that my reluctance, my resistance to speak was not only a selfish action of fear, but a disrespect to those I stand amongst, to those that I have stood with. It is now, that I realize this manuscript is not a way to be remembered individually, but to hold the essence and being of each and every one of us that have shared these stories, walked these halls, cried and bled upon the stone, laughed and loved in the sunshine. And it is this message which I am compelled to leave behind, to forward on behalf of those memories and those hearts that have forged this school .... Remember.
Remember the first train ride to that palace of mystery and literal magic. The excited chatter and the belts of boredom resulting in compartment pillow fights or hallway earplug wars. The anticipation as the wheels ground to a halt along the iron rails, the rush of the crowd to get off, too see the home that would become yours.
Remember the first dusty textbook to be opened, the coughing and sputtering of those about you as you fanned the dust out of the air. The smirk and glitter of mischief in the eyes of your Professors as if they had planted that power there themselves and the tingling panic of what experiment they were subjecting you to now. The relief as you scuttled out of class, scathed more often than not, but thrilled with the new knowledge you'd received and with the life you still held.
Remember the early mornings of warm sun and the late evenings of hard studying. The afternoons of solitary walks and the weekends of curious flirting and painful heartbreak. How warm the fires of the common rooms felt upon a body chilled from an accidental dip in the lake, and how soothing the coco was even when your feet were soaked from a day of skating. The long trek to Hogsmeade that only seemed to be longer upon its return, and those races up and down the towers whether by fun or urgency. The life of a student, partner, and child all rolled into one.
Remember the fear and the pain of the turmoil that up-heaved brick and wood; that cast blood upon walls and floors that had been pillars of innocence, of protection. The tears we shared, the sweat we broke, and the courage we wrought as we stood together. Inexperienced and scared beyond our wits, the impenetrability of our stance coming not from the wands we wielded, nor the shouts of anger or the cries for protection, but the unity in our hearts for all that we remembered, for all that we hoped for.
Remember us, as we were. In our beauty and in our sorrow. In our anger and in our love. In our pain and in our forgiveness.
Remember us, for who we were. For all that we were. For all that we are yet to be.
Remember us in eternity, for there is no hour that is ours. No time of day that belongs to us alone. We are of greatness each and every day, each and every moment we shine our brightest, even in those times which we seem to fail. We are all that we have been, all that we can be, and all that we will be, here. Now. In this moment and every moment henceforth. Our time is every time. Your time is every moment. And in these walls we have placed ourselves, in these halls we have lived for everything, for everyone. It is all there, waiting for you to listen, waiting for you to see.
Remember us. And live for us. Live with us.
Live each moment, here and now. Breath each breath as air of the past and hope of the future. Forgive, for one day you will need to be forgiven. Love, for one day it will be returned to you. Weep, for your heart to remain gentle and understanding. Laugh, so that you may feel the warmth of the sun. Learn, so that you may accept your mistakes. Walk, for your body knows no limits. Dream, of the future that is yours. Believe, for everything you see is your creation. Trust, for all that is good in life. And remember, to never forget.
For even in the greatest pain there is a lesson. In the most beautiful laughter there is someone crying for help. Keep your eyes open and your ears sharp, your mind willing and your heart beyond judgement, for then you will see the world here at Hogwarts. The world and family that is impossible not to love. That is impossible to forget.
Because of you, because you remembered, I am here today.
Because of us, because we remembered you, the school is yours tomorrow.
Because of Hogwarts, because it remembers, we know life.
Listen, and you can hear us whisper, our stories.
Whisper, and we will listen for you.
Never forgotten.
Never forgetting.
Yours faithfully and always,
Sabel Keith Dakest
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I've got a fire for a heart._________________________________________________
I'm not scared of the dark._________________________________________ _______________________________________You've never seen it look so easy.
To all my friends at HogWarts
I am sad to leave you all. I am happy that HogWarts will be ok with all of you. Fee. my best female freind forever, Nika, my advice girl. she-snakes- love you despite everything
Rene, my future wife who is also graduating. I really love you with all my heart. My sister Victoria - Stay cool. Emma, my "fake"sister. You were just as nice and good to me like Victoria. Hugo, my best male freind- I am glad I met you.
To everyone elss, I forget to mention, you are still my freinds and will be my freinds forever. I had the best freinds at HogWarts/
Sp tp the newbies, make frineds, defens them and have lots of fun at HogWarts.
Signed.
Rex Trigwell.
HeadGirlMC | Treddie & Trixiver <3 | Copy Girl | Katie's Ickle Minion | I love YOU more
An incredibly upset Slytherin wobbled her way over to the Memory Book, opening its page gently and wiping a single tear from her eyes. She wasn't ready to leave, she wouldn't ever be and signing this thing of made it feel like it was the end. It couldn't be. Without much movement at all the Head Girl wrote her passage and left it at that, quickly making her way back to the Slytherin table before she could sob any more.
SPOILER!!: Trixie's entry
Throughout my whole seventh year this is probably what I've been dreading the most. Its a horrible feeling isn't it? That my writing in this book is one of the last things the Hogwarts students will ever have to remember me by, in fact I doubt it that many would end up reading it, but for those who do, I hope that you won't ever forget me, like I'll never forget you.
Before you come here you don't expect Hogwarts to be much, its just a school after all. It isn't until you have been here a while where you really appreciate what the school is about. Not only education and getting you through your exams but making friends, having many a relationship, finding the one for you. Its not just a school, its the beginning of your life as you know it.
I lost most of my friends last year when they graduated, I couldn't imagine back then what they must be feeling. Today I do. Its hard to leave behind the only memories that you have ever made. I lost my memory here, I gained hundreds of new ones I'm going to treasure forever. Hogwarts is all I can remember, its hard to say goodbye to what I have here. But most of all its the people that has made the school special, which is why I would like to thank certain people individually.
Oliver Greenwood. I know your not likely to ever see this, you left last year and every day I've been missing you like crazy. You made Hogwarts what it was for me you know? You were my first friend, and only BEST friend I've ever had in my life and I cant thank you enough for always being there for me. Even when we've argued, even when I accidently hit you with a baseball, even when the feast last year was heartbreaking for me, your one of the very few people I simply can not live without. I love you bestie and I always will.
Nancy Hudonson. Prefect Nance, you were one of the first people I came across at Hogwarts and you've not got any less amazing then you were back then. I've not seen you in ages, I really hope you are doing great with your life and thank you for helping me in my first year. You hold a special place in my heart.
Sarah Griffin. So I took your role eh? I was scared when I was asked to be Head Girl because I didn't think I could ever live up to you. You were the best, a brilliant Head Girl and an amazing friend and I wont forget the day I made you bash your head against the cupboard. Sorry about that...
Onto people who still remain here.
Vashti Greenwell. I'm going to miss you more than anyone I'm leaving here. Remember History of Magic when we first met? You were only a second year but you took me out with that pillow like a seventh year. That will be one of my favourite memories, one I don't ever want to loose, like I don't want to loose you. I've always considered you one of my closest friends, your so sweet and so amazing and we've not ever argued, not once. I've had so much fun around you and I hope your not going to let that go either. Thank you my favourite Ravenclaw, ever.
Neptune Bott. Your so strange, you know that? But you've been great company, really. Thank you for being a great friend, don't ever change.
The Prefects. You all did so fantastically at the Prefect Tea Party, I couldn't fault anything, or anyone of you. Without your help it would have never of worked, your such an amazing team and for those of you staying on I wish you the best of luck and for those leaving, I hope you have an amazing life.
Alfred James Broadmoor. I'll be seeing you tomorrow, and the next day and the next.. I'm such a lucky girl that I get to spend the rest of my life with you, and I can't believe that I've ever got to meet someone like you, let alone call you mine. I love you baby, and I hope that you'll look after me, like I will always look after you.
Jeremy Zookara. Hey Professor, I've left a very special duck in your office, I expect this won't be the last you'll see of me, but you've been such a fantastic Professor, I couldn't leave without saying this to you.
The other Professors. I honestly cant decide which one of you is best. You have all been the most amazing staff, and without you I wouldn't have been able to achieve the grades that I have, I cant thank you enough, everyone that has ever taught me in my lifetime.
And I guess I'm supposed to leave a little advice now am I? To the person who will take my badge next term, just make sure everyone is behaving. Just remember, be happy, look after yourself, don't die and have the most fun you can possibly have, because these will be some of the best years of your life and before you know it, its going to be over.
I better leave before I stain this page with tears.
Best Wishes,
Trixie Amelia Malfoy
Head Girl Class of 2074.
Diggy didn't want to write in the book at all. It meant the end of Hogwarts and finally getting out into the real world and being an adult.
Though he was torn. He didn't want to be at Hogwarts anymore, and that was a good thing he was leaving. He sniffed softly and walked up to the book with his head held high. His eyes traveled down the page and he caught the handwriting of his friends and family. He smiled as he found Paris' entry. She took up an entire page. He giggled as he read through Lucas' entry and Willow's swirly writing made his heart thump. The life of all his siblings were imprinted in Hogwarts history and he smiled as he thought of them. This was a good thing he was doing.
He picked up the quill and began to write.
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Its hard to imagine yourself making in through 7 years of school. Everything thing seems so overwhelming and drawn out. Well that's how I felt the first time I walked in to the Great Hall. Oh yeah and I felt small, though I feel small in most occasions. Being smaller than 5 feet tall will do that to you.
I've made some lifelong friends and enemies here and met the girl I want to spend the rest of my life getting into trouble with. These halls have seen 3 generations of Greenwoods and I hope it will see more. I've had some good times and I will never forget any of it and I wouldn't trade any of the time I spent here for anything.
I'm not big on giving advice, and I'm not going to try. I'm better at getting into trouble. And trouble is good in moderation, and with the right professor.
I just want to say to my wonderful girlfriend Selena:. I always thought that the way my parents acted around each other was sickening, but when we had our first dance and we both tripped over each other and giggled it clicked for me. I promised my heart to you forever and I will be waiting for you.
To my uncle Oliver:. I know I was a total git to you for really no reason at all. I don't know what to say other than I'm sorry and I want to work on being a real nephew to you and I'm glad that you're part of our family.
To my best friend William:. You remind me so much of my little brothers that I kinda wish you were my little brother. We had some good times and when you leave Hogwarts we will have some more. Stay tough and don't let those Ravenclaw chicks push you around.
To my Rock Star idol Legend Chosen: Dude, you are the best. I mean the best. If I could be half as cool as you I would rock this town like a hurricane. Anytime you need a sidekick I'm your Slytherin!
To the Kitchen elves: thanks for all the sweets and food after hours. You guys are the best cooks, well other than my dad.
To my housemates: Slytherin is the best house and don't let anyone tell you anything different. We have been on top and we have been on the bottom but through it all we stuck together.
I learned a lot here and I will take it all with me and hopefully I won't get into anymore trouble. Love you guys.
GO SLYTHERIN!!
Dillon "Diggy" Greenwood
Slytherin Troublemaker Class of 2074
He read over what he had written. There wasn't much else for him to say. He put the quill down and walked away. Feeling better than he had in weeks.
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♣♣To see a World in a Grain of Sand
And a Heaven in a Wild Flower♣♣
♣♣Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand
And Eternity in an hour♣♣
This was it. The day that Jake never expected to arrive. Which had been centuries away on the day he'd thought about it on his first ever day at Hogwarts.
Jake was red-eyed and all that, and his sunglasses were back on. He scanned over the other entries on the page without really reading them, and leaned forwards on the stand to write, preparing himself.
And then he wrote.
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I never thought this day would come, and I'll be honest... I didn't want it to.
A lot has changed since I showed up here, a small boy, one day after his eleventh birthday. I was small, I had a minimal friends and I was new to this world, but I found friends in older members of my house.
Since then, things have changed. I've made many friends through the years, most of whom have left before me. Now I leave behind a small group of friends, and I wish all of them the best.
It was through Hogwarts I found a family. Not only a group of friends for a figurative family... but a real family. Parents and a loving home. For that, I will always be grateful to the school.
I found mentors... Professor Kazimeriz, Professor Truebridge and, or course, my father; Professor Marcus Lawson.
Throughout my years here I have seen big changes in myself. Not only have I grown nearly two feet in height, but I've become more confident, I found out what feelings and emotions were and I have, to some extent, worked people out. I regained and lost a life changing speech-impediment. I learnt how to read and write, despite how much difficulty it all gave me for so long. I even surprised a whole lot of people and got fantastic OWL grades.
Bad stuff has happened... I can't deny that. Watching a fellow first year die mere months into my first school year... being possessed by an evil French git and killing/aiding in the kill of three Hufflepuffs... being imperiused into duelling at that fight club a couple of terms back... none of these were amazing points in my Hogwarts life... And I will admit to you that the absense of quidditch in my sixth year was what aided my decision into leaving for a year. Cowardice? Sure. Sometimes it's the little things that help you to face your fears.
This school has given me courage... I am able to leave in the comfort that I will be fine and safe... and that I won't lose what I am leaving behind.
To the Staff: Thank you. Thank you for putting up with me even though I wouldn't be surprised if there was a party after I left. I realise I was never the most easy to deal with of the students. But you persevered... thank you.
To Hufflepuff: I'm sorry. We didn't get the Quidditch cup and I do and will probably always blame myself... but mostly Vindictus, because he was the one to make that emotional speech before the match which somehow got water in my eyes and made them go blurry... Good luck, Hufflepuff, on all your future exploits. I will be forever loyal to my House. Unless you guys kill someone... then I'll have to rethink.
To Headmaster Tate: I have only one thing to say to you, sir. One piece of advice you should always follow; a rule... Do not die.
Treyen: I'm glad we got things sorted. Go be amazing.
Wesley: You need to stop worrying. Seriously. Also... I'm really sorry about the last time we spoke. I understand if you hate me, I'm just sorry we have to end the year like this.
Sierra: Don't be too harsh on the Puffer Kids. Unless they deserve it, in which case, you have my permission to prod them with sharp, pointy sticks.
Neptune: Youuuuu, Miss Bott. Just know that I will miss you next year, and that I have absolute faith in you to survive the year. You have friends here... even if most of them are guys. You have brought me the most amazing happiness this year and I can't thank you enough. I'll always be with you, if, when you need me, you think of me. (And if I get that two-way mirror, of course). I'll miss you most of all... not only are you the epitome of pretty, I trust you. Continue to be FASCINATING.
So...
I know this entry is terrible. If I'm honest, I got upset before I even started writing, so you'll have to remember me from this horrible entry in the unforgiving memory book.
Either way...
REMEMBER ME FOR MY GORGEOUS GOOD LOOKS
Goodbye Hogwarts.
Sincerely, and for the last time,
Jakers D. Morgan
(Jake Lawson)
(Jake Upstead-Morgan-Lawson-Whatever)
Hufflepuff
Seeker
Yearbook writer/copy editor
Gobstones Club Member
Sugar Fiend
Troublemaker-in-denial
Indoor Sunglasses-Wearer
True Romantic Jake
2067 to 2074
P.S.: Remember me?
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Simon approached the location of the seventh year book with trepidation. It was one of the last things he needed to do before he left Hogwarts for good and he almost wished that of he held off writing in it, he could be kept from graduating. But he knew deep down that wasn't possible so with a deep breath he stepped closer, the Gryffindor keeping his eyes away from the previous entries to try and keep his cool as he went to add what he needed to. Picking up the quill, he dipped it in ink and proceeded to write.
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Time seems to go so fast. One minute your taking your first steps into the Great Hall and being sorted into your new family and the next you're preparing to leave for perhaps the last time. So on that note, never waste one single moment and do your best to keep from having regrets. Your time here is precious and marks your first real steps to creating yourself.
To Josh, my best friend, who made my life fun and interesting. Even at the times I appeared annoyed or upset at you, know deep down I was still amused and wouldn't change a thing especially being your friend.
To Kurumi, my younger "sister" lion. To the bravest young woman I will ever know who even when faced with her greatest fears strove to be her very best. May you never lose that courage and be successful in whatever you dream for yourself.
To Selina, the one who made my terms as captain my most proudest of moments. I hope with all my heart you get your dream and one day follow in my footsteps.
To Madam Donovan, the woman who even when not my head of house always made me feel welcome and special. Thank you for your respect and the trust you put in me making me the Gryffindor captain. I can only hope I lived up to your expectations.
To Professor Vindictus, for helping me see the other side of myself and who with Madam Donovan placed a great trust in me. I hope I did you proud.
To the staff and students, mentioned or not. You are no less important to me and I will miss you all greatly. Even my fellow captain Jacob. Thank you for making my years at Hogwarts great.
Farewell
Simon Spencer Bennett Former Gryffindor Captain
Class of 2075
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Over the lask few months Finn had to deciding whether or not he actually wanted to write in this book. But as he sat at the ravenclaw he remembered that he should write in it. Because well...he was leaving after all. He slowly made his way over to the book, pulled out a quill, and began writing in it.
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I really had a big decision about whether I wanted to write in here, I'm not really one for many words. But tonight I came to the conclusion that I did have a few things to say. When I first came to Hogwarts, it was become of one person. He knows who he is, I don't even need to say who it is. When he reads this he will know. I didn't really know that I was going to become so attached to this school, or the people in it. But I'm glad I did now. Getting to know all of you has really made my life better. It's made me grow up, and made me into the man I am today.
But I've made my mistakes whilst I've been at this school...and I think now that has been a good thing. I've been able to learn from my mistakes, move on, and grow up a little.
I've also had something happen to me, that I never thought would happen. People started believing in me. I got made a prefect, and then a headboy. That was a big moving point my life, and I'm very glad they happened. It's changed me, changed me for the good.
And all the time whilst I've been here I've made some amazing friends, I don't need to name them because they know who they are. When they come up here, and read this, they'll know I was talking about them, and I know they'll think the same thing. But there is one person I have to mention. When I started Hogwarts, there was one person that I thought would always be there with me, he'd been there for me throughout the rest of my life. But I messed it up, I ended our friendship, and I can't get over that. But even though we haven't spoken for nearly a year now, I still consider him my best friend. I love you James.
I think I've written too much now. So I'm going to stop, but one last things. Sure we had a dodgy year Ravenclaw, but you still all owned, and you all did me proud. I will miss you all, so much. Don't forget me, or else....I'll come back and make you remember me.
Finlay Carmicheal.
Quidditch Player
Prefect
Headboy.
Proud Ravenclaw
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It's the end of the show. Of the historemix. We switched up the flow. And we changed the prefix
But we want to say. Before we drop the curtain. Nothing is for sure. Nothing is for certain
Bonnie chewed her lip, not knowing what to say. She let out a long sigh and rubbed her temples. "Here goes." she breathed. She started to write, not really thinking about it.
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Dear Ravenclaws,
I don't have a lot to say just...it can be hard sometimes. Hogwarts is one great big adventure that can sometimes break ya down but duuuhde it. is.
AWESOME!
Enjoy. I know I did!
Bonnie Maria Campbell.
Crazed!Girl
Seventh Year.
Ravenclaw....
is gonna miss choo.
She gave a satisfied nod and wiped an escaping tear away before it splashed onto the parchment.
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