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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.
Fallon walked up to the memory book and took a deep breath. She promised herself she wasn't going to cry or even tear up. She was going to keep her cool and write what she wanted to write. When it was her turn, she looked over Aaron's and Finn's and smiled. She knew just what she was going to write.
SPOILER!!: goodbye
So. My last day at Hogwarts is finally here and this entire moment is bittersweet. Some of you may be thinking that you can’t wait to get out of here and go into the real world. Others may never want to leave this glorious place we call home for seven years of our lives.
To Iris: I can’t believe we’ve been friends for seven years now. You are my best friend and even though sometimes I may be stubborn in my ways: I will always value your opinion. In the end: you were the one person who was always there for me through thick and thin. I can’t wait to have many more adventures with you once we leave this place because you will always be my best friend. Always.
To Finn: We may have had a rocky friendship last term, but I’m glad we’ve gotten over it. You are one of the most important things in my life and I can’t wait to spend more time with you after we graduate. I can’t wait for you to meet my family and I can’t wait to meet yours. I can’t wait to teach you about muggles and show you around my new home that will be New York City. I will be at all of your matches to cheer you on. I will always trust you and I don’t know if I could ever not be around you.
To Aaron: These past few terms we really haven’t gotten to spend that much time together. I will never forget that summer I spent at your house. I still consider you one of my best friends and I know you will go on to do great things.
To Evan: Like with Aaron, I know I haven’t been able to spend much time with you. The last time we really got to talk wasn’t that great either. I wish I could go back and try and make our friendship stronger. I wish you the best of luck outside of Hogwarts.
To Simon: We’ve really been through a lot his last term haven’t we? You are one of the most interesting kids I’ve ever met and I’m going to miss you dearly. If you ever need anyone to talk to: I’m just an owl away.
To Professor Descoteaux: Even if you don’t remember what we talked about or even me: If I would have never come to your office last term and talked with you about my future: I might still be completely uncertain about what I wanted to do. You really opened my eyes to all of the possibilities and I’m glad to say that I’m going on to study photography. Who knows: maybe someday you’ll see my name in travel photography magazine.
To all of the other Professors: Thank you for helping make my time here at Hogwarts memorable. Over the years, I’ve seen most of my favorite professors leave but I always find something to love about the new ones that took their places. I learned so much from all of you, whether it be useful in the magical world or muggle world, and I will never forget.
To all of you Slytherins: Whether you are new, old, or are leaving this place like me: you really helped to make my last term here memorable. Winning Gobstones, the Quidditch Cup, and the House Cup is something I will never forget. Never. Keep up the good work and keep earning points for us Snakes that will be leaving Hogwarts behind us.
To every one else: Cherish every moment you have in this wondrous place. You may be ready and willing to leave now, but when you get to the end: you might not be. Every memory you have will stay with you forever, whether you realize it or not.
Sincerely,
Fallon Anne McCarthy
Class of 2075
She looked over what she wrote...and couldn't believe it was that much. Fallon set down the quill and walked away. A smile on her face and a tear on her cheek.
Riley sauntered up to the dias that housed the seventh year memory book and whinced as he looked at it. This thing was the sealer in the fact that he would not be returning to Hogwarts next year...he hated it. This book was so full of history, past students writing their thoughts and well wishes into it....Riley jammed his hand into the side of it and whipped it to the next open page and began to write his syntments.
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Hey guys, what's up? Not much here except getting ready to leave Hogwarts. I know what is this school going to do without me? I've asked myself that a few times since starting here. Now I started off pretty sour when I arrived at school and was sorted into Gryffindor house. All the while that I knew I would be coming here from my old school people told me I would fit right in at Slytherin and then the dirty hat put me in Gryffindor. I don't know why, you'll need to ask him that one.
Anyways what Im trying to get at, don't underestimate things and don't allow your first impressions of something, get in your way of enjoying your time here at Hogwarts. Because even though I was pretty skeptical of Gryffindor house and many of the non-private school students who attend here, I've learned to really like my house and the friends I've made here along the way.
Now I'm really not good with goodbyes so Im going to try and keep this thing short. But if you want to cry and get all emotional gross turn the page back a few, some chicks get pretty mushy back there.
*To Lexi Denver, who helped me realize that just because I was a Gryffindor didn't mean I needed to tune down my Slytherin ways. She is a great friend and I will really miss her.
*To Kurumi Hollingberry, my little house-elf, for always making me smile and laugh when I felt down and for the memories of bowling with suits of armor that SHE knocked over on the second floor.
*Braeden Stonem, for being my buddy and helping me mostly get over my personal space issues. Even though I definately didn't agree with your methods, in the long run it has allowed me to function better in society. P.s you can keep that Gryffindor Vuvuzuela, it did have your saliva on it.
*To Healer Morietti, Madame Donovan, and Professors Saylen and Magnus, stay good-lookin'.
*To Theodore Dumble and Roderigo De Lacerda , watch where your going on Diagon Alley, I'm not above pushing around curly dorks. haha, juuust kidding.
*To Josh Carter, I may have liked your girl for a while and probably could have gotten her, but things have changed between us and we are just good friends but the competition's been fun man.
*To Evelyn Flores, the greatest she snake I know (Don't tell Lafay), and my partner-in-crime. Im really going to miss hanging out with you and breaking the rules. Our last prank will always remain in my memory. Be sure to keep the bad streak going next term without me and think of me often whilst doing them.
*To Professor Hadley, you were my favorite professor by far, and I am going to miss you greatly. You never made me feel dumb or slow in your lessons and you kept me on my toes outside of class. I hope you enjoyed my parting gift as something to remember me by.
*To the rest of you that I haven't met or just didn't have room to add. It's been a great ride and I will try to remember you all when Im famous. See ya!
-Riley Sinclair
(2072-2075)
Yearbook layouts worker
Aparecium Head - 2072
Aparecium writer (2072-2075)
Member of Team Awesome
Even the thought terrified him, but Evan knew he also wanted to write in here. Because it officially sealed his graduation, and that always opened new doors. Plus, he wanted to leave a mark of his in here that people can easily see. Although it sealed his exit now...
With a deep breath, he made his way slowly to the large book and peeked at it. He entertained himself for a good ten minutes, checking a few old entries that he knew, then he quickly read the new ones, especially the ones containing his name. Then, picking up the quill, he started his own entry.
Text Cut: What Evan's got to say
In my six short years here, I've grown to learn the instinct to survive the responsibilities, the magic, my own identity, and more importantly, the friendship. I have met various people here, all of who have a special place in my heart. I have learnt with them, from them, and if I could add something in them from myself too, I am the happiest man. Before any magical trick, this school teaches the importance of a friend. Without them, it is just empty corridors and moving staircases. Have friends. Have friends from every house. Slytherins don't bite, Gryffindors don't beat, Hufflepuffs don't squeeze the life out, and Ravenclaws don't condescend. Discover every great treat of every house. They are not there to discriminate but to offer a different point of view. Don't have any prejudice towards any; don't be shy. There is a 'special one' for everyone here, for everyone is special themselves!
As the six years passed by, I have had good experiences, as well as I have made horrible mistakes. I came to understand that every moment is important. Sometimes I wish I had a time-turner to return back to those moments, but this school also taught me not to waste time with regrets, but to carry on. Time is your gold, so they say. No, that's an understatement. It is more precious than a simple gold. Enjoy it, use it well. Don't forget to have regrets, because only then can you learn the life and the joy of having great moments. I am grateful for every memory here, for they define who I am now.
Remember that you are not alone! This castle is to offer you a seven years of journey of your life. So hop on, make the friendships that will last forever, and don't feel ever alone when you have a problem. We are a family here, whether graduated or just starting, and we've gone the same path more or less. With belief, any problem could be solved. Trust in your friendship, and don't ever let anything hinder the journey!
And now, onto a few special thanks on my path to who I am today, who complete my life.
Marie Salazar: My best friend, my adviser, my angry, pretty snake. You are one the most complicated and amazing person I've met here. Actually, you might win in the 'most complicated' one. I think you're complicated, because you're so amazing. We have had many arguments, but as much fun. For our unbreakable friendship, you complete my life. Thanks for everything. Cheers.
(PS: You'll be the first person I'll send a signed shirt of mine when I am nominated as the best player of the year.)
Iris Beaumont: My enemy, my Beaumont, the best partner this school has ever seen. I will never forget how we've first met. At this age, after all the years, it still cracks me up. You are the best partner I could ever ask of. We may have started off horribly, but I'm glad we're leaving being more than simply working partners. I wish all the best for you in life. I hope our lives cross again.
Fallon McCarthy: My childhood love, my dear friend. We might not have seen each other much, but whenever I was in need, you were there. I am glad for our friendship that can refreshed by only one look or one short conversation. I wish all the best for you too... hope your heart will never be broken by... some people.
Carter Phillips: Previously the 'dork, now the mate. I affirm our story is the most strange. I'm truly glad that we've worked everything out in the end. I can now admit that I was foolish for being hostile, but at least I noticed my mistake, although it was a bit painful physically. I like this 'friendship', if I could say so, and I am happy to know for sure our lives will cross again. Cheers, mate. Take care of my girl next year, aye?
Joshua Carter: I hope you never have any more BOOM!s in life. Cheers, mate.
Jasmina Bennett: The love of my life. The most amazing person I've ever known. The light of my heart. I'm the luckiest person to have met you, and I must have been certainly blessed to have you in my life. I love you!
Professor Lafay: You are the very person who taught me not to get into battles with no chance of winning. You are the strongest personality I've ever met. Thank you for being an idol in a fewthe most every way. I hope life treats you well, Professor.
The Hogwarts Professors: When they say this school is the best on the world, they do you injustice. If there are aliens out there, this school is the best in the UNIVERSE. You are the people who taught me all, and for that I'll always be grateful for the rest of my life. Thank you!
The castle and the people: Thank you for sharing the best six years of my life. Thank you for being the best years of my life. There had never been any dull moment in my journey here, and for that I hope you keep being the best.
Slytherins this year: YOUARETHEBEST! Winning every possible trophy this year, and that's the only thing I could have asked for. I hope you all continue to be as amazing as ever!
I wish you all the best;
Evan Cartwright
2070-2075
Proud Slytherin
Slytherin Prefect
Afraid of Flying, crazy for football
Everton's latest signing
Placing down the quill, he stood there for a moment more as if entranced. Done. DONE. A whole six years of his life was now officially sealed. With a sigh, he got down from there to walk to the Slytherin table with a different sense of feeling.
Slowly, Katie's feet had led her to the exact spot where the seventh years memory book was placed, her hands fidgeting with the bottom of her sleeves as she stood there, staring down at the large book. She had never really imagined this moment, not ever. Maybe, a small part of her had been interested in eventually seeing what her sister and Legend's sister had written, but as she stood there, Katie wasn't so intrigued anymore. Mostily, she had something on her mind that needed to be written.
With a hesitant hand, Katie reached down to grab the quill and took the tiniest step forward, pressing ink to parchment as she swept a wild curl from in front of her face with her left hand.
SPOILER!!: Book entry
To you, the reader.
Seven years ago, I was one of those abnormally small eleven-year-old children that came across the black lake in what felt like a rickety old boat that couldn't possibly be safe. And now here I am all grown up, writing this for you to read, while I prepare to board the Hogwarts Express for the last time tomorrow morning. It's almost a surreal moment for me, I have to admit. Once and for all, actually, there are a lot of things.. I'd like to admit.
When I came to Hogwarts that first year, I was excited and terrified all at the same time; I'd never been away from home, away from my family for any length of time. That scared me. But thanks to my older sister, I wouldn't be facing my first school year completely alone, I had childhood friends that I had made through her friends; sisters, brothers, cousins, that would be starting their first year as well. Knowing they would be there, and that we would all have each other, made it a little be easier to bear. Or, I think that's what we all thought. When it came to the sorting hat that first night, I wanted to be a Hufflepuff, just like my older sister. That was something one of my closest friends had teased me about, being a boy and all, saying I would be a Slytherin before a Hufflepuff. I was not my sister, but I certainly did get my way into Hufflepuff. And I should have been happy, but I wasn't. All but two of our friends ended up in Gryffindor, and suddenly I felt alone as far as 'House things' went. I wouldn't be able to be with them in the common rooms, my best girl friend and I wouldn't be in the same dormitory. We were all seperated by seven floors, and then some. It was only a matter of hours before I began feeling homesick on many levels, and a matter of days before I wanted to go home. It was scary being so small and knowing no one in your own House, and in all honesty, that was my fault. I didn't want to get to know anyone, I didn't want to let anyone really get to know me, I was afraid they wouldn't like me. It was easier, putting up walls to protect myself than to give anyone the chance reject me. That was one of my mistakes.
My second and third year, they went on, not too much changing and yet everything was. Maybe.. that's just a Hogwarts thing, though. I still missed my family, I was still homesick, I still didn't try to get to know really anyone. But little by little, it did started to get better. I had become quite fond of my then Arithmancy Professor and Head of House, Professor Shackleton-Clark, as well as the Groundskeeper, Mr. Masterson. Talking to them, helped. And being around my friends. I started feeling more comfortable as the years went on, school wasn't as terrible as that first night anymore. It wouldn't be until my next term, fourth year, that things really began to change in far too many ways. At the time, in the beginning, I thought it was going to be a good term - but then, my best friend and I? We had a huge fight over something.. ridiculously silly, much more real than our countless arguments in the past, and it only seemed to get worse from that point on. We kept fighting. It affected our friends. It was, quite honestly, tearing our friendships apart and toward the end, it was our friends that intervined and made us see how it wasn't worth ending our friendship over. Finally, we had all made up, and everything was okay again at the end of term just in time to enjoy the first ever Hogwarts reunion Ball.
But of course, fifth year would put us - or atleast me, through a loop again. Unfortunately, I've found that being a teenager kind of sucks more than it does you any good. It's a time of growth, a time of pain, and a time of struggle that you're suppose to learn from. It may also bring you feelings you don't want or don't feel ready for, as it had done to me. The fates must still be laughing at me for this one. I ended up with a crush on my best friend, my first ever real friend that made when I was six years old, and I did not want to feel that way toward him. Naturally, at first, I didn't know what it was that I felt - I didn't understand what it was to get a crush on someone, what it was suppose to feel like - and it took me almost the whole year, leaving me in confusion that only seemed to get worse as time went on, butterflies attacking my insides whenever he was around, making me feel shy; I was never shy, especially not with him. It didn't make any sense to me at all, until much later that year. Many months had gone by, before I started figuring it out. I made what I believe was probably my second big mistake at Hogwarts, when I asked my best friend - the one I had the crush on - if he had ever felt that before, what I was experiencing. That one question, and despite being a boy (who should never have figured it out!), he knew that I liked 'someone'. That led to a series of questions, most of which I answered honestly, but there was one that I could never tell him. He asked for a name, for who it was. Once I had figured out that I did like him of all people, I was never going to tell him. Not ever. I didn't care about how I felt, or if it wouldn't go away and get worse. He didn't feel that way about me and I knew that. I wasn't going to ruin years of friendship for feelings that had decided to go and develope without my approval, it wasn't worth losing him all together as my best friend or putting our mutual friends through that too. It was just a crush, and I would get over it. Or, again, that's what I thought. It seemed life had other plans in mind, because our friendship began to crumble a second time. He was hurt that I would not give up that last piece of information, and I couldn't blame him; In our group of friends, we never kept secrets. Not ever. And there I was, keeping something from him and from them, even if it was for the best. They didn't know that.
There was a moment, a single moment, when he had seemed upset with me over the fact that I still wouldn't tell, and out of pure frustration and anger toward the situation - that despite my efforts to keep it from him to save our friendship, everything was still falling apart. No matter what I did, it wasn't going to work. My temper got the best of me, and I told him the truth. Actually, I may have shouted it at him. He didn't believe me to begin with.. and when he did, his reaction was exactily what I had expected. But even then, he surprised me. He didn't want that to change our friendship, and so we tried to not let it. We tried really, really hard. There are just some things that can't go unchanged after a certain point, and that was one of those moments. For a little while, I lost my best friend. It was halfway through our sixth year, after months of avoiding, on Christmas day to be exact, that we had accidentally ran into each other. And let me tell you, an important thing to know about this best friend and I? When I said 'countless arguments' before, it was not to be taken lightly. We fight all the time, and with everything that had happened, there was kind of just.. an explosion of sorts. Lots of yelling involved. And then, he kissed me. Apparently, the avoiding had been because somewhere along the lines, he had fallen for me too. Finally, we were happy. We were together for the rest of the school year.
And then, an incident of sorts happened right after getting out of school for the summer. To keep a long story short, a girl that I knew (and did not like) went and kissed my best friend/boyfriend, and I was there to witness it. I can't tell you what was going through my mind in those first moments, except that it hurt so much and I needed to leave the place I was in, which I did. But my best friend? Of course, he came after me.. and feeling hurt and sad and angry beyond my emotional limits, I made my third biggest mistake in the history of our friendship. I made him believe that I didn't trust him. It was over, after that. It was all over. We went back to school this term, and in the beginning we couldn't even talk to each other. It wasn't until October that we decided 'to forget about everything that happened' (including us being together) and go back to how things where before. Or try to, would be the better way to put it. I agreed, although it was a lie - and he knows that now. I knew not only could I not forget, but I didn't want to.. no matter what had happened to break us up, I was happy before that. Really happy. Maybe it hadn't worked out for long, maybe we couldn't fix it, I don't know, but it still felt worth it. I thought I could keep that to myself, and go back to how things were before - my previous plans of keeping how I really felt away from him, - for the sake of being friends and trying to make our other friends feel less at odds with us and each other. Unfortunately, once again, that didn't work out as I'd hoped and when another friend finally started talking to me again after the whole thing, something he said to me brought me to tears, and when he asked a question, I told him the truth. That I still cared very much about that best friend. I should probably say now that, that was my fourth mistake.. because that led to a bit of a complicated disaster between those two best friends, that was entirely my fault. After that, my best friend and I had a meeting, and.. I'll admit it, I tried to say my goodbyes and move on from the friendship, because it wasn't the same, we weren't acting like friends at all, and because we were hurting our friends in the middle of all of it. I just.. couldn't do it anymore. Or I didn't think so. Instead, somehow, we agreed to try to work it out. One last time. And.. that's how I'm ending my last year here at Hogwarts. That, was my emotional journey for the past seven years.
Now, what was the point of having you read this, and of me writing it? My point in kind of telling you about my life at Hogwarts, was to hopefully show you how important friendship really is, and how your actions affect that. I realize, this isn't like the advice and thoughts other students have left behind. I barely touched on House anything, or school work, or anything typical to the average day here at Hogwarts.. I'm not sure I could if I wanted to, it's pretty unpredictable all the time, and forever changing. Attending classes on time and doing your homework, it's all very important - yes. And while it's nice to have House pride, it's even better to have House unity. But whatever you do.. be careful, when it comes to friends. Be thoughtful, be honest, be you and don't hide, lay all that you have down on the line because true friends that you'll have for the rest of your life, that'll always be there for you.. they're hard to come by. If you find someone to grow up with during your journey and survive life at Hogwarts, don't take that lightly. It's far too easy to mess up, and hard to fix after the damage is done.
Kaitlynnh Mae
Seventh year Hufflepuff
Class of 2075
After what felt like forever, she had finished. Setting the quill down, Katie didn't allow her dark eyes to look over her writing, not planning on re-reading what she had written before turning around and going back to rejoin the feast.
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Dream. Try. Do Good.
I love you all,
Class dismissed.
★ BabyQuad ★ PERRY THE PLATYPUS ★ Ern's Fave ★ dangerous with brooms ★
Legend had heard all about the seventh year book. It was like a tradition. Seventh years went and left a message- anything that they wanted really, but mostly about their journey through Hogwarts. The blond walked up to the book which sat in the corner of the room, still open on the last entry. Really..it seemed like just yesterday when he had started Hogwarts...so he really didn’t know what to write. Legend picked up the quill but paused for a second. How old was this book really? A thought popped into his head. Flipping back through the book by years, Legend paused as soon as noticed the familiar writing. Alexis’s. His eyes scanned the page, taking in every word of the entry. Of course she was blabbering on about Quidditch and candy, but it had heart. Only something she would write. Flipping the pages back, to the first blank page, he dipped the quill in the ink and began to write.
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Hey,
Prince Legend Chosen here! Resident...or almost previous resident, Seventh Year troublemaker Prefect. Which really if you think about it is kind of an oxymoron but don’t mind that. Really. Don’t. Anyways, I’m not going to write any little notes to my friends who are leaving or to the ones who are staying. What’s the point really? If I really care that much about you I’d tell you to your face on the train. Anyways....again.
Writing isn’t my best thing. Neither really is...talking about my feelings. Because I am Legend Chosen. And for those of you who know me know that....I am Legend Chosen.
End of story.
And I guess that means that I have to be the jokester, jerk, annoying guy that I am? No feelings right? But I think i’ve rambled on enough. No friend messages. No feelings. Good? Now let me get to my main point.
When I first arrived at Hogwarts I was not like any other first year. I wasn’t scared. I wasn’t worried. I was tired and hungry and wanted to get everything over with so I could go and learn magic. Really, to think about it, I was just being me. Or me back then. That annoying little lost kid. I purposely annoyed the Head Girl (Anna Greingoth- that girl really did have problems), and her friends. I got into a heated argument with the Herbology Professor because I couldn’t take instructions (but really Bunbury was insane, I mean honestly, she wouldn’t allow popcorn in the garden). Overall though, I was a big brat. And I’ll admit that.
Over the years however I’ve grown. Maybe not as much as some people would want me too (Specifically probably Hadley and Headmaster Tate but who cares). I have grown. I’ve been through the hard times of facing terrible arguments with friends, and even a bad break up. But I have also been through quite a lot of good things. Making new friends, obviously learning spells the best way I can, but most importantly, learning who I am as a person.
I thought that growing up meant that I’d have to change who I am, completely, but I soon realized that I was wrong. I even thought that leaving Hogwarts would mean leaving my sillyness...my Legend-ness behind. But alas...wrong again (it doesn’t happen very often, I SWEAR!). Hogwarts has taught me to embrace who I am and appreciate it. Just because I do lose a couple of points and still bother a few people that does not mean that I have not matured from that annoying lost kid that I once was. It just means that I have simply matured into someone who I want to be. Someone who hasn’t lost sight of who they once were, but now realizes the fine line that is drawn once you become an adult.
I will miss every single one of the friends I have made here. And even the friendships that I have made with the Professors. Each friendship I have made has a different meaning to me, but all of them, are equally as important.
I know that everything I wrote probably don’t make sense to you, but I does to me. What I’m getting at is simple though. Be how I was. But more specifically. Be you. Be who you are. Hogwarts and the people here have taught me that. Sure you can go through changes, but don’t give up who you are completely. No matter what house you are in, Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Slytherin, or Ravenclaw, don’t conform.
Be who you are.
Always.
Legend JHSM Chosen,
2068-2075
Prefect
A True Gryffindor
The Self Proclaimed Hogwarts Prince
-P.S To any of you little guys out there should know that girls really don't have cooties and they are actually useful! Take that info how you will.
Placing the quill back beside the table, Legend grinned. Writing all of that felt good. He didn't feel sad or teary. He felt hopeful. Turning he made his way back toward the Gryffindor table.
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{act like you know me, but you never will}__{but there's one thing that I know for sure} {i'll show you}
Rae's turn! She walked up to the book willingly and flipped through it's pages. Yep.... This was the time she was always waiting for, when she would say her last goodbyes and leave childhood behind. Now it just seemed so bittersweet. Nonetheless, that wouldn't stop her from leaving it all behind.
SPOILER!!: Entry
Hello to whoever reads these,
Hogwarts can be many things for an individual. For me, Hogwarts wasn't my school, it was my home. My refuge when I had no where to go, my safe place where I formed my one true family. To those who still have time in the castle, make the most of it and no matter what... DONT LOSE YOUR FRIENDS! Apologize if you have to, be the bigger person. Fall in love, but find that ONE to fall in love with. Have snow fights on blizzard days, get at least one detention just so you can see what it's like. Create your own family, they will most likely be better than your real family.
I hope sometime down the road, you can walk down Diagon Alley for school supplies and find your GlitterPuff Champion (Fletcher) and I helping you or giving some tips maybe on escaping trouble.
See Ya,
Rae Lilyan Skye
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'Cause I saw the moon fall I watched the colors
Fade from everything, as winter stays...
YOUR Nixy. || Prefect Rainbows! || Deniz'in Müzik Kardeşi
Now that everything had settled down at the Slytherin Table, Iris decided that it was time to write her entry in the Memory Book. The Head Girl didn't have a clue WHAT to write though. She flicked through the most recent pages, reading the things that the other graduating students had written in it. Smiling at Evan and Fallon's entries, and laughing at Aaron's.
She picked up the quill, grinning at the light reflected off her ring. Ooh. That was going to be distracting as she wrote.
SPOILER!!: Iris' entry
I honestly don't know what to begin with; I don't particularly want to write in this book, as it means accepted that I'm actually leaving this wonderful castle - the place that has been my home for the last seven years. When I first stepped into Hogwarts, it seemed like I was going to be forever. Seven years seemed a lifetime away. Those years flew by so, so quickly; My first year now seems like the thing that's a lifetime ago. It's funny. How time works in that sense... I guess it really is true, that muggle saying. What was it again? Time flies when you're having fun? These truly have been the best years of my life, and I can only hope that the years to come will get better. In fact... I KNOW that they will be, because of who I'll be sharing them with.
The female student leaders, in my earlier years, to me were always a figure of envy and wishful hoping that I’d be one of them when those upper years came along. Anna, Evangeline, Evolette, Reece, Olivia, Celandine, Nancy, Sarah, and Trixie. All the girls who I've seen over the first 6 years at Hogwarts, wearing these two badgers I'm wearing right now. I looked up to each and every one of you; hoping that one day I might have those badges too. Never did I actually think I'd be given them, though. You were all amazing inspirations, and I can only hope that I've done the same this year. I hope my influence in the school over the last three years has made at least one student wish to be in my position one day.
Mr. Forrester. My first Head of House. No one ever seems to mention you in this book any more… I suppose most forget the dead after a while. While I only knew you for one year, you still had a huge impact on my life for simply being Slytherin’s Head of House. I never did find out how your death came about… I was only twelve; I didn’t understand what’d gone on. I do hope that the afterlife is treating you well though, and I hope that Slytherin have done you proud in the six years since your passing.
Professor Lupa. My second Head of House. I know that you’re probably never, ever going to read this but the chances of me meeting you again are extremely small. You were definitely my favourite Head of House. (Professor Lafay… please just pretend that you didn’t see that sentence. I think you’re fantastic, also.) I still think it’s a shame, what happened to you. Where ever you are right now, and whatever you’re up to, I hope you’re doing it well. The world does work in funny ways, so maybe our paths will cross some day. Who knows, though.
Lafay. Quite possibly one of the most brilliant and most terrifying women I’ve ever known. I can’t thank you enough for everything you have done over the last few years; from what you’ve brought to Slytherin house, to the opportunities you’ve given me with the prefect and Head Girl badges. Heck, even the fact that you’ve turned a blind eye to mine and Aaron’s common room snogging sessions when you’d probably give year long detentions to everyone else caught in the act. I should probably thank you for that, too. I know I’ve not been a model Potions student over the years… it’s just not my thing. But thank you. Thank you for everything, Professor Lafay. You mean an awful lot to me, and I will definitely miss you next year. I know it’s going to be extremely difficult after how amazing Aaron, Evan and I have been over the last couple of years, but I hope you find some bloody good student leaders out of the lot that are left now.
Fallon. You’ve been one of my best friends since we were 11 years old. Even though there’s been lots of years without you, because you’ve moved and whatnot, we’re still as close now as we were when we first became friends. You know I don’t particularly like Finn as a person, but he’s been a pretty good co-head this year. That gives me hope that he’s not as much of a jerk as I’ve made out all term. That’s not to say that I like him, though! No… It just means that I hope you two work out… for a decent amount of time. And besides, you look cute together. I’m going to miss seeing you every day next year, but I wish you the best of luck with your photography stuff in New York next year. I promise I’ll Floo out to visit you every weekend; just as long as you promise to help me plan my wedding! I love you Fallon. Thank you for being one of the most amazing friends, ever.
Satine; my favourite, Purple Eagle. I’ve missed you so much this year. I think a lot of people have. You made a really big impact on my life, though, and I can only hope that we’ll get to catch up on this lost year now that we’re leaving school. (But I’ll have to owl you to tell you this, because you’ll never see that I wrote you into this book.)
Wesley. Wesley, Wesley, Wesley… You’re definitely my favourite Badger, and I hate the fact that you had to leave for New York last summer. I kept my promises, though. I visited the House Elves every week for you. Oh! And Mr Henry… I kept on the lookout for him for you; with no luck, though. I even wore a Hufflepuff badge at every Badger Quidditch game. Well, minus the Champion game. Sorry, I broke a bit of the promise there. House bias I’m afraid, kid.
Evan; my co-prefect. Thank you, for being the best partner I could ever have asked for. Like you, I’ll never forget how we met. Sure, we were silly but I wouldn’t change a thing about our earlier days. I wish you the absolute best of luck with your football and your future, and I’m definitely going to make the effort to keep in touch.
Jimbo. Without a doubt, you’re my most insane friend. When I first met you, at the Start of Term feast in our third year, I did not think for a moment that we’d become as good friends as we did… and I certainly didn’t imagine that things would go down hill from that best-friendship, either. I really do regret it all, Jimbo. Everything that I did, and however I acted to make you feel the way you do today. I do love you Jimbo… but in the way that I love Bobby and my mum. You’re like a brother to me, Jimbo. You’re like the twin brother I always wished I had in my pre-Hogwarts days. And there’s nothing that’s ever going to change how I look at you; especially not now. I know you’re upset about the events that’ve happened at the Feast tonight, and there are only two things I can say to you about that: I’m sorry you feel so, and you need to move on, now. There are hundreds of amazing girls in the Wizarding world (and probably the Muggle world, too!) so I really don’t want you to hurt yourself anymore because of me. I miss the old days, and the friendship that we used to have. Maybe one day we’ll get back to that… I really hope we do.
Aurora; a.k.a Anderson Girl. You’re quite possibly the first and only Firstie I’ve befriended since, well, since I was a Firstie. You’re mental. Wonderful, but mental. I mean… you have to be, to wear that costume willingly. I’m really going to miss you next year, but don’t worry. I’ll try to write to you at least once a month and let you know how life is outside of Hogwarts, keep you updated on how your Mummy & Daddy Snake are doing, etc, etc...
Aaron James Anderson.a.k.a Aaron-man. I love you; everything about you, and everything about us. The day I bumped into you in Diagon Alley was without any question the best day of my life. Even though we’ve created a thousand more “best days of my life” since then (tonight being one of those), none of them would exist if it weren’t for that day eight years ago. Those times down at the Pumpkin patch; all the cloud watching; and all the snowball fights. The late night study sessions… I’m going to miss these days, but I’m the luckiest girl in the world to be able to say that you’re mine for ever. … And I know that there are a million more memories yet to be made. I’m still in quite a bit of shock, y’know… I honestly was not expecting you to propose to me tonight. In fact… I didn’t think that day was going to come for a long time. It was the perfect ending to our time at Hogwarts, though. I’m not going to waffle any more here though, because I know that we’ve got the rest of our lives to share the things I want to write here to you directly. <3
My Prefects, and the Captains. Thank you. This year, you have been indescribably amazing. Without the lot of you, our scavenger hunt would have failed miserably. That’s the biggest thanks I have to give you all. I realise that I never thanked you properly for all of your hard work, but I do intend to. I’ll tell you lot all about that on the train tomorrow, though.
To next year’s Slytherin Leaders, and to next year’s Head Girl. Whoever you are, I wish all of you the best of luck. I’m not the most of egotistical people, but you have a lot to live up to next term. When you get your badges, be proud all you want, but don’t forget your friends. You’ll need them when the extra work gets stressful. Basically, good luck to you all.
Slytherin. Congratulations, you FANTASTIC House. I honestly can’t express how completely fantastic and amazing you’ve ALL been this year. I’m going to miss each and every one of you, regardless to if I know you or not. Do me proud in the next couple of years and try to make a tradition out of this triple win we’ve achieved this year.
There is so much more I could say, but I’ll not bore whoever might be reading this any more. I’m going to miss Hogwarts IMMENSLEY next year, but I know I have the memories. And even though my dream is to one day own Florean’s Ice Cream parlour, who know… Maybe I’ll stalk these halls once more, one day.
Goodbye, Hogwarts!
Iris Dorothée Beaumont
2068 – 2075
Slytherin
Head Girl & Prefect
Newly engaged.
Completely in love.
Iris was actually surprised that she hadn't started to cry while she was writing. Perhaps it was because she knew nothing was really going to change next year that was keeping her smiling right now. Setting the Quill down, the blonde stepped away from the book and returned to her seat. It was time to enjoy the last few hours of being in the Great Hall before going home tomorrow...
Neptune Bott spent a while with her new, mood-colored quill poised to her lip as she thought about what to write in this book. It was kind of hard to concentrate, even for her sharp Ravenclaw mind, with all the feast ruckus going on around her. The feasty ruckus she wished to rejoin quickly.
With a curl twirling around her finger, Neptune put her quill to the parchment and began write.
SPOILER!!: Miss Bott's Words of Wisdom
It's not every day that a book confuses a Ravenclaw, but note down this day, Hogwarts, because I am confused. Is this book to leave memories behind of myself so you'll remember me fondly?
Surely you all already are going to do that.
Or is it to leave little anecdotes that I might otherwise forget?
Seems silly considering I'm leaving here, and not returning for reminiscing.
I suppose this book is to make me stand here, reflect about why it's here, and why someone might benefit from reading what I have as far as memories go. To leave you all with advice and let you all be nosy into my times here. Well nooooo thank you, to that, just pick up old Aparecium articles - those will tell you everything you need to know about me. Instead, I'm going to leave you a list of things you should know.
1. Always look your best and smell fabulous (this is to you, 11 year old smelly boys).
2. Always treat Gryffindors like powder kegs. They will blow if you shake too hard or provide a spark and take your face with them.
3. Never argue about facts, magic, books, or anything intellectual with a Ravenclaw. What's the point? You're wrong. I assure, you're wrong. Unless you are a Ravenclaw, in which case, you're both right in your own way and continuing the argument is futile.
4. Slytherins live in the dungeons and wear green for a reason. They're the type that will steal your boyfriend then make YOU feel bad about it. Beware those cunning moldy bottom dwellers. (Few exceptions, use your discretion)
5. When Humpty Dumpty fell off the wall? Hufflepuffs must not have been around because they can actually fix anything. Anything. From giant eggs to broken hearts. They are an irreplaceable resource that should be liberally used.
6. Professors, though useful, aren't the only way to learn at Hogwarts. Use the library, future Hogwarties. Use it well.
7. The broom cupboard down near the kitchens - it's actually for snogging. Use this well, too, and wisely.
8. Quidditch is really, really dangerous. But if someone is counting on you to be at a match, then be at the match on time. Things can go awry otherwise.
9. The house elves are very accommodating and underused. I think I'll miss them most of all. They've been most helpful in my years at Hogwarts. It's cruel not to make demands of them, so do your part.
10. Lastly, I'll say - it's important to know what you know; but sometimes it's equally important to let that certain someone else know what you know. That in knowing together you know what you both know, you'll know where to go when it's YOU standing here, wondering what you know or where you'll go after Hogwarts.
I have an audience to attend to, so I'll leave it at 10 points of advice. Besides, isn't it best to make your own mistakes and learn your own lessons? I wish you all the best.
lives in a hobbit hole || Ern and Touz's Nuzzle || roflysst || looking at a seed packet
James approached the memory book warily. He wasn't sure what would be in there, and whether or not he should actually look. But then when else would he get the chance to read the words of wisdom left before him? He also wasn't so sure about passing his own advice on and whatnot since really, that was all his business and he'd been the one who'd had to suffer through things to get the lesson in the first place.
Whatever.
He stepped up to the book and began to read.
It took him a lot longer than he'd expected but there was a lot of food for thought in that thing.
He fussed around for a bit before picking up the quill and starting his own entry.
SPOILER!!: Jimmy's entry
It doesn't much matter what I write in here, I don't think, because no matter what I get down on paper, someone else would have said it better already. If you want some real advice, I'd say to read this whole book from end to end. There's a lot of free advice and some of it feels like it might even be important.
I could start naming people that matter to me, but they don't need me to do that. If they don't know they matter by now then its all pointless anyway.
I could talk about my memories, the stuff that was awesome and the stuff that was rubbish. I could regale you with tales of my escapades, and anyone that knows me is aware that there are kind of a lot of those. That gossip rag Aparecium sure got some good high school tabloid fodder from me.
I'm not gonna try to tell you about the things I learned, or the people who taught me those lessons or why sometimes it took a while for all of it to sink in. I'm not gonna talk about how I was missorted because even though I always felt like I should have been a Gryffindor, I learned to love my house and they loved me.
The more I write the more I realise, I'm writing this, not for you, not for the generations to come, and not even for Hogwarts itself or so that I can become a part of its hallowed history. I'm writing this for me and so, the one thing I'll leave behind is the biggest one of all.
Hogwarts taught me who I am.
I'm James Sacheverell Wilkes. Sometimes they call me Jim. Or Jimmy. Only child. Named for my father. Adored by an overeager mum. Left alone too much of the time when my parents had to work. Independent and stubborn. Brave. Sometimes a little reckless. Smarter than I ever cared to admit but I don't think I was fooling anyone except myself. I'm curious, and sometimes obsessive. I want to know things and I don't care what it takes to learn it all. I read everything I can get my hands on. I love Quidditch. I used to be starting Seeker for Ravenclaw until I got myself in a serious accident. Love scares me. Needing people scares me. Vulnerability scares the hell out of me. I have a long memory. I'll forgive quick for the little things, but hold the deep hurts forever. Maybe forever is a bit too long sometimes.
I'm confident. Maybe even cocky. I don't care what people think. Except for one person and I wish I didn't because I always mess it all up. I'm popular. Chicks dig me. I'm a loyal friend. A great listener. A strong duellist with a green thumb and a knack for Runes and Runic lore. I'm trustworthy but I find it hard to trust. I keep my secrets to myself. I keep the world at arms length. I like to be in control. I'm difficult to manipulate. I have integrity. I keep the romantic side of me secret, but sometimes that slips out. I hate drama. I like to keep things light hearted. People think I'm a bit of a player. I do break hearts but its by accident and it sure ain't the way people think. I don't cheat. I only lie to myself. I don't steal. I'm a leader. Sometime reluctantly.
If that was all there was to me, maybe I'd be able to figure out where life is gonna take me next. But I'm pretty sure I've just scratched the surface. I'm gonna make a promise, to myself and to the legacy of this place.
That promise is to be true to who I am. I'm not going to lie to myself anymore, because it only ever held me back.
I'm James S. Wilkes.
Yearbook Editor.
True Ravenclaw.
Class of 2075
Jimmy didn't read over what he'd written. Instead he turned the page over, a clear space for the next person to leave a piece of themselves behind. He turned on his heel and thrust his hands in his pockets, then headed outside.
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love is like a letter wrote :: and life is like an envelope
be careful who you give it to :: they might not give it back to you
Slowly sidling up to the memory book she looked down at the last page and saw so many of the people she cared about. AWWWWW. Jim and Tuney, Olipop and Cam... so many she loved and missed... even Riley. UGH. And LEGEND CHOSEN... he was seriously a thorn in her side during her time here. The SECOND most annoying Gryffindor she had ever known, but it was nice to see his name here right now.
Now it was HER turn. Taking a deep breath she pulled the PINK self inking quill from behind her ear and pulled the cap off of the end. It was now or never.
Text Cut: Lexi's entry
There are so many moments here at Hogwarts that have helped to mould me into the person I am today. But more than that there have been so many people. I have never ceased to be amazed here. I have known true love [several times ] and what I think hatred might feel like, too. The years I have spent here have broken me and then built me back up over and over again. Don't ever let the fact that you fall keep you from getting up, dusting yourself off and trying again. Trust me, in the end it is damn sure worth every moment of it.
To Stradivarius Salander- You complete me. Heh. Corny isn't it? But true. I think I was sort of floating through life completely unaware of how precious a thing finding the ONE could be. Merlin knows I found a lot of frogs before I found my Prince.
I want to thank you most of all. It was you that showed me that I am worthy of great things. Worthy of unequivocal love. It was you that picked me up off of the floor and very carefully mended every broken piece of myself. Without you in my life... well I don't even want to think about that. You are the best thing that ever happened to me. I am proud to call you my friend, first and foremost and my other half as well. I love you
Treyen Lockhart- You are the most wonderful friend a girl could ask for. You have never judged me or slighted me in any way and for that I am eternally grateful. You ARE destined for great things because great things always happen to GREAT people. Mark my words.
Orlando Renaldi- My favorite Gryffie boy. SIGHS. I don't know WHAT I will do without you around next year. Who will dance with me and be my butthead friend when I am down or stressed out?
I have to thank you as well, though. For being the nicest person I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. Merlin knows I put you through hell with my... fits sometimes, but you never wavered in our friendship. For that alone you deserve a medal of honor, my friend. Trust me when I say I will NEVER forget you nor will I ever lose touch.
Kurumi Hollingberry- Yes, I pushed distance between us this year, but you, little one, are by far the one that I love the most. [Sorry fellas!] You are the kindest, gentlest, most talented, most beautiful person I know. You will do just fine if you listen to these words of wisdom for your later years.
1- Utilize all alcoves, nooks, crannies... bookshelves for snogging. This has always been my secret to not getting caught.
2- Never let anyone tell you you CAN'T do something. That's utter rubbish. You can do ANYTHING. You Gryffindor at them and you prove them WRONG.
3- Listen to me. Always. I know what I am talking about.
4- Lastly... Don't be afraid of what gifts you have, kiddo. Be proud of them all and you show them off every chance you get. You're special and there is NOTHING wrong with that.
Madame Donovan- You made my last few years here really worth being here. I was very proud to call you my Head of House, my friend, my confidant. You made me look at the Gryffindor house a little differently. I am forever indebted to you and I will send you gifts from my travels every term since I can no longer share the gifts with you in person.
I will always cherish the compass necklace you gave me last term... It truly did guide me back home and back to those who love me. Thank you ever so much.
To those of you who fancied me an enemy: It was a supreme waste of time. You never got the chance to know me. I feel sorry for you because I am awesome.
To all those who will come after me: Cherish your time here. It ends far quicker than you will realize until it bites you right in the bum. Don't be afraid to stand up for what you KNOW [or even think] is right. And... there is always something weird happening around this place. I am leaving LOADS of blood and tears in these halls, but that's the beauty of it all... You can leave a little bit of you behind. Even if things get bad they always have a way of working themselves out in the end. Never give up on Hogwarts and it will never give up on you. Oh... and boys have cooties. Mainly Hufflepuffs, but still. OHHH and another thing- The Professors ARE really strange, it was not just you thinking that.
Have fun, enjoy your time here, and never ever be afraid to let your freak flag fly!
-Gryffindor Through and Through
-Yearbook editor and Head Writer
-Former Aparecium Head & Writer: Nemesis, Persephone, AND Hera
-Former Quidditch Chaser and Beater
-Former Troublemaking Snogging Bandit
Okay... Her mascara was running, she was sure of it. Sniffling a bit Lexi dabbed at her eyes with the sleeve of her robes and then tucked the quill back behind her ear. Before leaving the ran her hands over the dried ink and then leaned down... When she stood back up straight there was a bright pink kiss print beside her name. Then she turned and walked away as the tears slowly crept down.
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Swallowing, TJ made her way to the memory book. Taking a deep breath she began writing. It was not easy to write in this book. Knowing that she wasn't coming back here, probably ever again. It had been only three short years, and yet she had met so many, and would miss every one of them.
How could three years make her feel like this was her second home? Tears came to her eyes as she wrote, sniffling them away she continued only wiping her eyes a few times with her robe sleeve, instead leaving most of them to run down her cheek.
SPOILER!!: TJ's Goodbye's
Three years have gone, and this is the time for me to say goodbye. How I had begged my father for him to allow me to come here, to Hogwarts, and I thought I'd never be able to call it home. And now, I do and have to say goodbye. I never thought this would be so hard!
I'm gonna start with Matt. You and I really had a hard friendship of sorts that we had. I still consider you my friend, we haven't talked much this term, and I really do wish that we'd left it at better terms. You seem happy now, and I'm happy for you for that!
Ivan, who left after his 6th term, I will never forget. And I hope that I will never have to. You were dear to me from the start, and though it was rocky in our 6th year, it turned out well in the end. I can't wait to see you, when I get back to London!
That brings me to Lexi. Yes, Lexi I include you in this. We had a really ackward friendship...aquaintanship (Is that even a word?) Some days we got along great others not so much. If Ivan hadn't been a part of all of it, would we have even said hello or two words to one another. I don't know. Either way best of luck to you!
To Kurumi, keep your head up, I didn't get to know you better, which I regret, you seemed to be a very sweet person!
Isobel keep trying to get up into that treehouse. And don't let quidditch get you too down. You're awesome on the pitch, remember that!
Professor Lafay you were my favorite professor here at Hogwarts. I love potions, and you helped me get where I need to be.
To the rest of you, either just starting at Hogwarts or ending your years as I am, keep your head up! No matter how bad things are, or how imperfect they may appear to be. Shoes are the answer to everything. Ok, seriously though, life may seem to be bad and imperfect, but you never know what will be around the next bend in the road.
Love always
Tomasina Jane Michaels
2073-76
-Yearbook Journalist
Taking a deep breath, TJ backed away from the book, once she finished her writing, wiping her eyes again she turned towards her table for the last time.
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Frangelina || twitter addict || Music of the Sun || The Fresh Princess of Bellaire
So this didn't feel real at all. It felt like only yesterday she had sat on the stool and heard the hat shout out HufflePuff, but now..now she was leaving..leaving..as in, there was no coming back next summer. The thought was depressing but she was determined to leave a little something behind.
SPOILER!!: thin pink cursive
Quote:
I debated with myself about whether or not I wanted to make an entry and well In the end here I am. I don’t want to bore you with accounts of my happenings here, just know they were good and no I wasn’t always a ray of sunshine but that’s life. Hogwarts as many of you will agree, is perhaps one of the only schools in the whole magical world that you can attend and feel like it’s where you belong..that it was home.
If there’s anything I want to leave with you, it’s this..Be yourself. DO NOT, especially you girls hide your true personality under a fake because you’ll only be miserable and in the end they may not like the fake either. There’s a friend for everyone here at Hogwarts and love for those, who like me, never felt love at home. Trust in yourselves and love...love life and love each other.
My friends..you have been amazing. I think I’m one of the luckiest girls in Hogwarts to have found such amazing people to share my ups and downs with. I don’t have to write your names out here because you already know who you are. Just know that I love you and always will and no matter what part of the world life takes you, I’ll always be available if you need me.
I’m not sure if professors read this but if you do, I just want to make a special shout out to Professor Hadley. I haven’t spent hours in your office or anything but you’ve been an amazing replacement Mom for me and the love you have for us HufflePuffs inspire me greatly. I hope life treats you well.
I feel like there’s so much more that I have to say but finding word to express myself right now is hard to come by. Remember you’re all beautiful; never wear floral with strip and the fashion god will smile down on you.
HufflePuffs stay strong and keep your heads up, we will get back to our former glory one day because there is nothing a little hard work can’t fix. I love you all so much
Love Cassie,
P.S, for whichever Hufflepuff girls who end up occupying dorm one of the seventh year dorm..I left an emergency stash of shoes in the cupboard..just in case
XoXo
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...Throw me to the wolves and I'll return leading the pack...
This was so exciting. Mia had been looking forward to writing in this book for the past three years. She had even brought herself a new quill just for the occasion. Before she put quill to parchment though, she took a moment to read through a few of the other entries above and a smile played on her lips as she read the words of those people she had known. And now it was her turn. Putting the quill to the parchment, Mia began to write.
SPOILER!!: Mia's goodbye
Reading through the other entries in this book, I am finding it difficult to understand why everyone is so sad. Oh no doubt I will miss Hogwarts but I don’t think it will be for a while seeing how I am far too excited about life’s next big adventure. I have so many plans to look forward to, how could I possibly be sad?
I suppose I should thank the Professors of Hogwarts for teaching me…stuff. While I am not brilliant, I don’t suck as bad as when I first came to Hogwarts. I’ve stopped setting things on fire at least, so that’s a good thing, right?
Oh and I managed NOT to die.
So now I feel it is time to make special mention of a few people.
Marie Jade Salazar, as tough as you are on the outside, you are a big softy on the inside. I love you to bits. We’ve had some great times together and I will treasure them always. And I thank the heavens above everyday that I never managed to get on your bad side. I really like my nose in the centre of my face.
Destiny Shepard, you are the craziest person I have ever met and I adore that about you. I will always remember dressing up as a pirate and having a sword fight with you, the food fight in the kitchen and I will never, ever forget that safari we went on. I may have grumbled about the things you did but it was one of the best times of my life.
Evelyn Flores, you are still a hard nut to crack but I still enjoyed our talks that we had. I will never forget when we set the treehouse on fire. I feel safe in saying that now since the groundskeeper is no longer around and we’re leaving anyway. But I do hope that you get that little problem fixed.
Carter Phillips. Thanks for letting me do crazy things to you and being a good sport about it. I still think you should have told Caroline that it was me, polyjuiced as you though.
Joshua Carter, you are…actually there are no words to describe you. But I still think you are great and are heaps of fun.
Matthias Gardner, my Hufflepuff buddy. Thanks go to you my friend for encouraging me to suck it up and tell a certain person how I felt about them. You are a great friend.
To the three Ravenclaws who have now left but I feel I need to mention. James Wilkes, Finlay Carmichael and Ivan Vorpatril. You guys ROCK! That is all.
And to Cassie, Kita, Marilyn, Caroline and Mina. You girls are awesome chicks!
If I forgot anyone, I do so apologise.
So for those of you left behind here are words of wisdom, Mia style. Live life to the fullest. Love deeply. Regret nothing. And enjoy every second of it.
Peace out.
I don’t have any fancy title like those above me. I wasn’t apart of any club but I do have a title no one knows about. So I’m gonna sign off now.
Love always,
Mia Josephine Ognian.
P.S. Yes that’s right, Nikolai and I eloped over the Easter break. And don’t think I forgot to mention him either. I always leave the best to last. Even though he didn’t technically go to Hogwarts, he was here during the Triwizard Tournament as a champion for Durmstrang and he changed my life forever. He had me from the moment I laid eyes on him even though I tried to deny it for the whole year. If there is one place in Hogwarts that has the fondest memories for me, it was the greenhouse where we finally admitted our feelings to each other. I love you, Nik!
With a happy smile on her face, Mia tucked her quill behind her ear and headed off for the feast.
*Walking up to the book Matty looked down. He knew that this should be a big deal. Marie and Mia sure thought it was from the way he had heard them talk about it. He still had no idea what he was going to write and then it hit him.
Quote:
To my past, present, and future...
I say this, thank you. Hogwarts gave me a chance to be normal. To make real friends and have a life. For years we talked about getting out of this place, about leaving school but now we find ourselves walking slowly down the halls to our classes. Taking in the things that once bugged us. Late night potions homework, not being able to master that flick of our wands to master a charm. Now I wish that I had more time.
It is a bitter sweet feeling because even though I am leaving I am taking the best gifts of all. Friendship, love, and family.
I thank all of my friends for all the have done. I wish I could list you all but know that you are some of the best gifts I could ever ask for. Before I go there are two people I wish to thank most of all.
Mia you are the best Hufflepuff buddy and I can't thank you enough for dragging me (kicking and screaming) out of my shell.
And to my Marie. All I can say is I love you with all my heart, mind, and soul. You can bust my nose anytime. I look forward to the rest of our lives together.
Thank you and Goodbye,
Prince Matthias Alecto Walker Gardner
7th Year Hufflepuff
p.s.
One more thing, the potions professor is my boggart.
Orlando Renaldi's mind was blank. Completely and utterly blank. He had no idea what was he suppose to write in the year book. He had seen his fellow graduates walk up to this place, write and tear up and just be an emotional wreck, yet he simply could not think of anything he should be writing in the book.
Staring at the book for a while, Orlando finally opened it up. He did not go for his quill immediately to write whatever he had to write, instead he read through the ones that had already been written by former students. He smiled, at once, when his eyes shifted on the name Legend Chosen. Knowing what he did know about Legend, reading his words were kind of painful. Again, he couldn't place his finger on it but he did know it was something .. he did not like. Once taking in every word that his mentor had written, his eyes shifted to find the words of his other best friend. And they sure were there .. Katie Mae. Orlando did not rush through it, he took his time. Reading it, Orlando .. finally felt that crappy feeling, which he had been avoiding since weeks, it hit him full on. It made his stomach churn and skin just wanting to crumble. He missed them so much. He knew that he was more desperate to meet them than his want to meet his own family.
Letting his finger trace over KT's hand writing, Orlando finally found the courage to pick up the quill and write.
Hi ..
Others have written pretty much everything that you might want to know to get through the years here. So I really don't know what I am suppose to write. I am writing .. because I guess I just want to.
I know that I love this place and it's home to me. I learned great magic here. I grew up here. I met wonderful people here. I met her here. And I met my best friends here. I am truly grateful and feel blessed to have all that.
Being a Gryffindor was and will always be the most cherished and awesome time of my life!
I honestly .. have nothing to write anymore. All I can say is, I am leaving and even though it is a terrible feeling right now, I know it really is time for me move onto the next chapter of my life. And you know what? I am going to be with my family and go see my best friends .. because no, it doesn't end here.
Orlando A. Renaldi,
Yearbook Photographer,
Aparecium writer,
Gryffindor Lion, Class of 2076.
Even though he did not feel the need to well up, Orlando knew it felt like he had cried though. There was no satisfied feeling to what he had written. He wasn't sure if he even was suppose to get that feeling. Not wanting to stand there any longer, Orlando turned and slowly made his way to the Gryffindor table.
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She'd told herself she wasn't going to do this because it was a huge waste of time, but here she was, walking up to the ancient looking book and opening it up to a new page. However, as she held the quill in hand, her ever running thoughts suddenly abandoned her and she had no idea what to write. Eyebrows furrowing in thought, Evelyn flipped through a few of the past entries, skimming through the words every now and then to see what she was supposed to write.
After a moment or so, her frown started to fade as a small smile replaced it, seeing what others had written and even written to her; Some of whom she missed dearly such as Raiden and Riley. Flipping back to the blank page, she ran her hand across it slowly, smoothing out those invisible wrinkles before putting quill to parchment.
SPOILER!!: Evelyn's entry
Hello...
Well, I told myself I wasn't going to do this, but since everyone is, why not join the party? Seven long years have passed since I first laid my eyes on this castle and if I knew what I knew now back then, then I wouldn't be here now would I? I'm not going go and list memories I've had here, because they're mine, and I'm sure you (whoever is reading this) think your own memories are much more precious anyhow, but I will say this. There have been many moments in these past seven years that I wish I could relive and forget...and truth be told, I wouldn't have it any other way. I wouldn't want to relive ALL seven years even if my life depended on it, but it's something that one must go through in order to understand. Don't try and rush it, because you will miss something worthwhile.
I'm proud to be graduating and am grateful for everything that's happened. The people I met, the things I've learned, the pain and adventures I've went though, and the steps I've taken to becoming who I am today will always be remembered, and it will all go towards the devious plan of me dominating the world in the end. Well, at least getting close to it as humanly possible, because what's life without having fun and taking a risk, right? Without it, life's like a prison, that's what. Much like how this school is unless you try and change it.
I highly recommend you new and returning students to try and do so. Really.
Slytherins. We've managed to obtain all three trophies in the past two years and I would love to hear it be managed again and again from here on out. I'm proud to be in the house of silver and green. Please, don't make me regret writing that, because I won't be able to change it once I leave. Make sure to do your homework even if you don't want to (or get someone else to do it for you) because the house cup is at stake, to always kick butt in quidditch, and don't forget gobstones. I'm rather fond of Slytherin holding it's trophy and would hate to see it fall in the hands of anyone other than the House of Snakes.
Au revoir my fellow classmates of Hogwarts! Don't go insane from homework overload.
And good luck Professors! Try not to go insane from correcting the homework overload.
Also, in the words of our beloved Headmaster...Don't die.
Evelyn Rose Flores
Slytherin Head Girl
Yearbook Photographer
Gobstones Club Member
Slytherin Quidditch Keeper/Seeker
Aparecium Writer
Better than all of you
Class of 2076
PS. I will forever deny that I set the treehouse on fire Mia, but even if I did so and in attempt to clear my conscience to the possibility of doing so, I apologize. It's fireproof now isn't it? And also, if someone happens to find my name carved in the fifth pillar from the right entrance in the courtyard, I didn't do it.
PPS. Please leave the name carved in there! It's small. Barely noticeable. Won't cause any distraction!
Debating whether or not to scratch out those last few lines, Evelyn frowned a little and shook her head, laying the quill down and closing the book. What she wrote was good enough for her and as she turned around and left, there may have been a small version of her usual smirk on her face. Yes, she was going to miss this place, and yes, she was ecstatic she was leaving it.
Ability is nothing without Opportunity | | Creativity is Intelligence having FUN
From where he sat Salander could see fellow 7th years making their way towards the pedestal at the far wall, spending an awfull lot of time over that old book. Curiously he stood and made his way there, and when he finally lay his eyes on its its scribbled pages, he realized what the book was about....
Last words from those who will leave these hallowed halls.
He leafed through the pages, unsure of what to write or if he should bother at all. He spotted his name in past entries that made him smile, memories of old friends resurfacing as if it were just yesterday. He finally drew a deep breath and reached out for the quill, then leafed over to a fresh page...
SPOILER!!: Salander sentiments
To my fellow Slytherins, you make me so proud to be your Prefect and Head Boy. We started out this term neck deep in the negatives, and now we’re looking to make a record as the House who’s pulled a double threepeat, something that hasn’t been done before at least in recent Hogwarts history. I want to give each of you a hug, but since I don’t have enough arms for that (and uhmm, I’m not really much of a hugger) then the highest of high fives to you all! Thank you so much for all your hard work, for all of you who strived to do your best despite our missteps at the beginning of the term.
To Headmaster Tate, Professor Lafay and to all the Hogwarts Faculty, I couldn’t thank you enough for entrusting me this position of leadership and responsibility. I could only guess that you saw something in me I didn’t know I had, and I will forever value the experiences I’ve learned serving my duties to all of the Hogwarts students.
To my beloved Lexi, we’ve gone through so much you and I that there are no words good enough to express the awesomeness of what we have together. No greeting card or precious gift could define it or contain it, its like the secret of the universe have descended and only we can see it. You are the Queen of my heart, and its not just a privilege that you rightfully have. With all the struggle I’ve gone through early in life I learned to bury my heart and forget about it, convincing myself that it was better that way. But in your special way you reached in and made it feel again, made it beat in the rhythm of life and love the way its meant to be. You restored my faith in something that I’ve long held as sick joke and a curse. I know I’ve said many times how much I love you, but now I realize that I don’t think I’ve ever thanked you enough. So thank you for restoring in me the faith, the hope and the love, for coming into my life even so far as climbing through the window when I have stubbornly shut the world out.
To Kurumi, you are like a sister I never had. You mean that much to me, so forgive me for the times when I was as pigheaded as any brother could be. There is so many things I admire in you kiddo, many traits I wish I had in the generous quantities as you have, so keep that chin up and face life confidently because you have every reason to. And even when you stumble, remember it is when we learn how to better walk the path of life. You’ve come a long way since we first met and I’ve watched you grown into this incredible young lady of which I am very proud of. And although the day has come where I will be starting a new journey and leave you to continue your own, I believe that someday we will cross paths again. So this isnt goodbye my Cookie Princess, instead I will say, I cant wait to see you soon.
To Treyen, I admit, I didnt take you all that seriously at the beginning, to me you were Fletcher's #1 fanboy, somebody to poke amusement with. But over the years you've turned out to be an outstanding young man and a very good friend. Thank you for lending an ear when I needed one, to be that guiding light when I had foolishly snuffed out my own.
To those wonderful She-Snakes-- Evelyn, Marie and Destiny. It has been an immense honor to work with you, to slug through the good times and the bad (and the accidental!). Your friendships mean a lot to me, and without you ladies being there I don’t think my stay in the House of Slytherin would’ve been the same. Thank you for being who you are, and for making my memories here in Hogwarts all the more memorable.
To Mia, I know I have made my amends but I couldnt shake the feeling that things are no longer the same between us. Again I apologize for any wrong I've caused you and anyone you care for, and know that I will cherish the good memories we've had. I am truly happy for you and that is the truth, and I wish you all the best in life.
Finally to all of my fellow Hogwarts students, whether you come here full of hope for the future or at the verge of giving up in the middle of your difficult journey, know that Hogwarts is more than just a castle with a fantastic Quidditch pitch-- it is your home that will always welcome you and be your comfort and strength regardless of who you are or where you're from or even what you've done (or not done). It will always be there for you and help you be the best Wizard or Witch if you would let it, whether you be as gifted as the great Hermione Granger or a hopeless case like a boy I once knew-- he was a rebel and a menace to practically everybody he crossed paths (not to mention fists) with. He came to this school counting the days when he would be asked to leave just like many others who have given up on him. That boy is now the man that writes these words. So don’t give up on yourselves fellow students, because Hogwarts will never give up on you.
Keep the flame alive Hogwarts!
Salander
Hogwarts Head Boy and Slytherin Prefect
Reformed Rebel and Committed to his Beloved
Class of 2076
He finally put the quill down and looked at what he had written. Did all of that come from his puny brain? Well it came from his heart, which had always been bigger than his brain. With a quiet sigh he dropped the quill back in its place and returned to his seat.
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9 3/4 ticket holder / The SS Mentalist / Sherlock / The Master Of Everything / Josh + <3 = Ev
This memory book. Though he did not really know what he was going to write there since his mind was so full that it was making him impossible to choose what to begin with, Josh walked to it once it seemed to be all deserted. First, he glanced a bit at the entries of others rather quickly yet seeing his name somewhere made him stop and it was Riley’s entry and…and…the moment he read it, anger filled him inside. That…gah! He was never going to stop annoying him. This proved it and Josh so was going to beat him to the ground once he is out---…
Okay.
Calm down Josh Carter. Deep breaths…in and out.
He was there to write his own entry to the book not to go mad over any so taking the deep breaths to calm himself down, he quickly passed the other pages with entries and found a clear page for himself. And once he believed he was calm and relaxed enough, he picked up the quill there.
SPOILER!!: What Josh Wants to Say
Hello all…
Maybe even those close to me do not know about it yet seven years back from this time, I was very sceptical about being a wizard. I did not believe in anything being a wizard would bring to me and, of course, I refused to attend to this school. I thought I was very happy with the school I had been attending to and did not want to leave my friends there. Of course, none of these had any effect on my parents and they sent me away to the magical school anyway. That was the first time I felt betrayed in my life. However in no time I have experienced how wrong I had been and that started with my very first step into the wizarding world.
This huge castle, I came to realise lately, has been more than a school for me. It has been a place of opportunities where I found a chance to find myself a purpose for my life. It has been a place of caring where I found shelter. It has been a place of surprises where I found love. And I never thought I would think that way about ‘a school’ but knowing that I am leaving this castle is really a kind of a sad burden that I never felt before. No wonder I am proud to be able to graduate after the long seven years I spent here…properly. It is not the 8th or 9th year that I am leaving. Just like everyone, I DID it!!! I am graduating at the end of my seventh year without any troubles. That is, indeed, something to be proud of. I am proud, so Hogwarts you should be proud as you managed to help me to become who I am right now.
Of course not all of what I have to say is for Hogwarts so, here I come;
First of all, to my professors; I know I have not been the easiest student to deal with, with all the mess and troubles I caused. With all the detention, of course. But I am sure you already know that I never meant any harm so I don’t need to explain that at all. I was just a kid who did not know his boundaries. And now I am older and leaving, I want you too know that you’ll always have my respect and admiration. And…Professor Lafay; I am not going to deny the fact that I have that…crush on you. You have always had your own place in my heart but not to worry, now I know my boundaries. Just know that I will always be devoted to you for the rest of my life. Thank you for your private help and support.
To Gryffindors Future and Current; you do belong to the noblest house ever. So, take this in well and behave accordingly. We are lions. We rule by the noblest means making sure that everyone is happy and safe. We protect and secure. And of course we deserve to win. We have the perfect build to win but while competing with others do never forget that your honour and nobleness are much more important than any kind of reward. Make the moral rewards your priority not the material ones. Other than that make sure that you enjoy your time in the Gryffindor Tower while it lasts. I know I am not the best cleaner and rather messy so you might find my belongings around in the common room and dormitories. Feel free with keeping them. I have always been PROUD to be a Gryffindor. You should be too. Be safe and RAWR.
To my friends; You all have been and are AMAZING. You are the ones that made my life worth living and I will never forget your support. Simply, I am avoiding to say you guys ‘goodbye’ because, this is not goodbye. I want all of you to be present in my life forever and do never forget that whenever and wherever you are, I’ll always be out there somewhere to stand for you and do my best as a good, loyal friend. Thank you for everything.
And finally to my love; As you very well know you were my very first friend in this mysterious world. We have lived through so much together and good or bad, pleasurable or painful, I would and will never exchange those memories with you for anything in this world and shall keep them forever. I still love you, beautiful girl, no matter what. I have more reasons to love you than you possibly know. For sure, I am aware that I don’t have the same place in your mind and heart anymore and though this breaks me, I know what you decide for yourself is more important than me. So, I have nothing to do but to respect your choice. Just know and keep in mind that during all those years, I had no other intentions but to make you happy. My only wish is that, you being happy and nothing else. I hope you’ll always find the right path for yourself and don’t need to tell you to be safe because I know you are very capable of kicking whatever annoys you away quite well Be happy and peaceful.
Joshua M. Carter
Proud Gryffindor
Former Quidditch Beater, Chaser and Keeper (But beater beats it all)
Former Detention Dungeon Resident
King of Lions
Master of All of You Determined, Devoted and Stubborn Lover
Class of 2076
And putting the last words there, the Gryffindor stared at his rather long work in general. Eh…that was all. So placing the quill back to where it belonged, he slowly turned around and left.
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Auror • YATIL_.________The clever combatant imposes his will on the enemy... ...but does not allow the enemy's will to be imposed on him.
urine trouble | Pat's Strong Confident Other Half | Pees Like a Champion Unicorn Racehorse
This was it. The big moment had arrived. It was time to write in the memory book.
And yet... she found herself slowing down as she approached the book. Sure, she wanted to pass on a message to the future Hogwartians but... this was too sad! Wasn't there a way of passing on her not so wise words without making her want to run back to her dorm and cry her heart out?
Obviously not.
Kita stepped up to the book and riffled through it. People had written quite a bit in the book. No wonder it was so big! Riffle... riffle... riffle... And here. A clean, fresh page. One that was ready for her to write in. Kita took hold of the parchment and started writing...
SPOILER!!: Kita has a lot to say!
Hai!
Well, i guess it was about time i wrote in this big book. I was putting off this moment for a bit but i think my time has come now. Don't get me wrong, i did want to write in here. It's just the idea of making this graduation official seems a bit scary. And saddening. So let me go on ahead and say what i need to say before things get worse.
Caroline: Sweet, lovely Caroline. I know we're going to be seeing more of each other soon but i still felt the need to write a special message to you. You've been my best friend ever since that moment in our fifth year. You remember how we met? And how we ended up bonding over talks about boys? No wonder we're such good friends now. I just wanted to thank you for all you've helped me through. I wouldn't have gotten through half the things that happened to me if it hadn't been for you. I'm going to miss eating chocolate cake with you in the Great Hall! And all those fun times we've had together. I'm just glad we live together otherwise i don't know how i'd have been able to survive without our girly chats. Stay yourself, dear!
Jai: You've grown to mean a lot to me, Jai. Especially over the past year. It can't have been easy for you but i'm glad you're happy now. Or at least i hope you are! You're really sweet and no one makes me blush as much as you do. I'm glad we found our special little something. I know we're going to be seeing quite a bit of each other for the next couple of weeks but i don't want to let go of you just yet. You'll make a great Auror one day, i know it and i don't mind being separated from you for long periods of time. I want to see you happy because that makes me happy. And you know how much i like being happy. I promise to do whatever i can to make our situation work. Never change, please. I like you just the way you are. I like you a lot, actually. Although, you probably know that already.
Louisa: You're another one of my best friends and someone who i consider to be my younger sister. You're my closest friend in Ravenclaw, actually. I just want you to know that you're loved. There may come a time when you feel like you're lonely or you're alone in this world but i want you to know that that's not true. You're an absolute star and i want you to remember that! I know you won't let anyone do anything to you. You're strong and i like that mentality of yours. I know i won't be here but i'll try to write to you as much as possible. Please don't change. Ever. You're amazing just the way you are. And i wish i could stay to see you grow up into the beautiful woman i know you'll become. Flourish and Blotts will forever remain our meet up.
Lyssie: I know that this might be a bit surprising to you seeing as we haven't known each other for too long but i just wanted to include you in this. You're a very special person. I know that you feel like you don't have anyone and that no one in the older years will listen to you but you've been proven wrong this year. I count you as one of my younger sisters now. There have been times where i've thought of you to get me motivated. I see you studying as hard for your second year as you should do for your OWL's and it makes me want to study. You've done so much for me and the house that there's no way i could ever repay you. And thank you for being a sub for the Quidditch matches. You've saved me from forfeiture during our first ever match. So thank you for all you've done. I'm so glad that you didn't leave! I don't know how i would have coped knowing that i let you go so easily.
Nessie: You're another one of my younger sisters, Nessie. I know that we've barely seen each other this past year but you're still one of my bestest friends. I know you feel lonely and you don't have enough self-confidence. I get that. I'm exactly like you when it comes to that. But one thing you've got to remember Nessie is that you're never alone. No matter what happens, i'll always be here for you. I know that this doesn't help soon when i'm not here but you've made a friend in me and i plan on staying. Don't ever change who you are, dear. If someone doesn't like you for who you are then leave them. Let people say what they want. They're just jealous of your awesomness.
Aaron: Okay, this is probably going to be a bit weird for you seeing as we haven't really grown super duper close over the year that i've known you but i do consider you as one of my close friends. Your humour and craziness has made me laugh at times when i was truly upset and i will forever thank you for that. And it's only now that i realise that you didn't know this. Can you do me a favour and look after Lyssie please? There might come a time when she'll want to leave again and she'll need someone to bring her back. Can you be both me and you in this case? Except, please don't parade around in a skirt! And one last thing: thank you for all you've done. Stay who you are, you're awesome!
Ad: My dear Ad, you've been through too much! Sometimes when i listen to your stories i can't help but think how little you deserve any of the things that have happened to you. It's not fair and it's not right. But i want you to do one thing for me: make sure to smile. It's simple. I won't be there to squeal in your ear or to squeeze you with my hugs but i don't want any of what's happening to you to bring you down. You're an amazing girl and i'm happy to have met someone like you. Stay your awesome self, dear. And make sure not to tackle Justin too much!
Cassie and Mia: I think i've known you two the longest! Seven years is a very long time after all! It's kind of special that there are only three of us in our dorm. More room for craziness and pillow fights. You're both so very awesome! Never change, please. And thank you for all the help you've given me over the years. I really appreciate your support. Make sure to keep in touch! Us Hufflepuff girls need to stick together.
Carter: We're not exactly too close but i do believe that i've found a friend in you. Keep at the Quidditch Captain Phillips! I know you'll become a really famous Quidditch player! I do expect free tickets, you know. You've helped me through quite a bit this year and i really appreciate it. Thank you for everything! Make sure not to eat too many cheesecakes! And don't let all the fangirls get to you.
Simon: Simon, you little weirdo. And i mean that in the nicest way possible. You're such an amazing boy to be around! You've made me laugh so much over the little time we've known each other. I love your enthusiasm for pulling pranks! I've never known someone to have so much energy in them when it comes to breaking the rules. I appreciate all you've done for me though so please, never change!
Hufflepuffs: You belong to the house of the loyal, so don't let any other house say that they've got more house pride or that they're more loyal than us. No no no. And never EVER let any other house undermine you. It's not fair. We got sorted into the most awesomest house of them all. The others are just jealous. Remember: it's good to be underestimated. It means that we can go out with a BANG! But i wanted to thank you as well. Thank you for everything you've given me. I appreciate all your support. I hope i haven't let you down! I'm really sorry for the loss but just know: i tried. We all tried our hardest. You've made me realise how privileged i am to be sorted into such a great house! And you've given this adopted child a loving family. So thank you.
Quidditch Team (including subs): I don't care what you say Treyen but i will always hold myself responsible for our losses. I hope that i could have passed on my Quidditch knowledge to you all. So much so that you can then go off and become the awesome Quidditch stars i know you'll become. I hope you can forgive me for not bringing the Quidditch Cup home. It's been a honour being your Captain this past year. There was so much stress related to it and i did have quite a few nervous breakdowns but you managed to bring me through it. Even though we had issues with people being ill and injuries and the Captain swap in the middle of the year, you all managed to take this in your stride and carry on. You all did wonderfully and i'm so proud of each and every one of you. I hope you didn't mind my crazy practices! And keep on shining badgerino's!
Professor Hadley: I don't know if you realise how much of an amazing head of house you actually are. You've helped me through so much and you've believed in me at times when i didn't believe in myself. So thank you. And thank you for giving me the opportunity to be a Quidditch Captain. I've had a great time this year and i have you to thank. Thank you for all your help. You're such an awesome person and if hugging professors was considered to be acceptable behaviour, i would squeeze you like mad. I hope i made you proud this year! You make me wish i had actually taken Arithmancy, even though the subject confuses me. Continue doing what you're doing, Professor!
Hogwarts and other Professors: First of all, thank you to my other Professor for being so amazing at your field of work. It can't be easy to teach so many students and yet you all do a fabulous job. Keep at it!
As for the castle, i will miss you! You're a ton of bricks and magic and who knows what else but you will be missed. I'll miss the comfort and warmth you've provided for me, even in the winter. The castle has become my second home and i'll never forget it, even if i try. Thank you for standing strong and being there in times of need. And for providing me with the most delicious chocolate cakes ever!
So i guess that's it from me. That's all i have to say for now. If i've missed anyone, i'm really really sorry. I love you all and i will miss you so much! I'll owl you as much as possible, even if Alaska (my owl) will probably end up hating me after all those letters. Stay your awesome selves! And remember: never let anything get to you. If you do feel depressed, it is perfectly okay to have plenty of chocolates.
Love,
Kita A. Lewis
Quidditch Captain and Seeker
Editor of the Hufflepuff Herald
Loyal Jigglypuff Hufflepuff
Miss Squealsalot
Miss Hugsalot
Class of 2076
Dotting the last line, Kita blinked at what she had written. There was a lot on there but there was also a lot she had needed to get out. This was the last time she was going to be in this castle after all.
She blinked again as more tears rolled down her face. When she had started crying, she didn't know. It was all so sad so she wasn't surprised by these constant tears. Maybe someday she could come back and read through this? Maybe. For now, though, it really would be goodbye. And so Kita stepped away from the book and left to enjoy the rest of the evening.
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Caroline had been a bit of a mess tonight saying her goodbyes, and giving out hugs to everyone who she thought would need a hug from her or she needed a hug from. It was sitting in that it was her last night at Hogwarts, but it really wasn't the ending it was the begining of the rest of her life.
The friends that she made here, those friendships wouldn't go away. There would be ones who would always be there and she could count on. Other still had a few years to go before they would be writing in this very same book.
She wasn't the best with these things, or goodbyes. She took a quill and dripped it down into the ink and started writing:
SPOILER!!: Caroline's Entry
I can't express how much this place and the people I've met here, I can't express how much they mean to me. But this is my effort to do so. The Professors, the ones who gave me the tools of education; Each of them are amazing and I could've asked for better teachers. Thank you to all of you.
These walls and halls have been my home for the past seven years. I can honestly say that I love this place. I will miss it but I know that even after I leave it will always be with me. Hogwarts are always have a very speical place in my heart. Just as the ones I've met during my time here:
Kita Lewis- My best friend, travel buddy and chocolate sharer. You are theone person who was always there for me through thick and thin. Over the past three years our friendship has grown you are more like a sister than my own. Who knew that two girls could eat a whole chocolate cake in one sitting? You are beatiful, smart and funny, how I managed to get you as my best friend I have no idea. But I consider myself the luckiest girl, to call YOU bestie. I can't wait to see what adventures we will have after Hogwarts.
Braeden Stonem- You, sir was the first friend I made here. Our meeting was strange, but I'm glad that I threw that book that day. I will miss my piggyback rides, movie nights, and watching you eat as much food as you could.
Destiny Shepard- You are the craziness person I know. You make me laugh so much. You have been a good friend to me. I don't think that I won't see a piece of chocolate without it reminding me of you. I've enjoyed meeting your pets. Remember that Marcus is usually in your pocket. If you haven't gotten those wool bombs back from Carter you may want tonight or on the train, just saying. I hope you enjoy the suit of armor we kidnapped. Who knows it mite start talking again.
Jasper Somerhalder- They say when you know, you know. The past 6 months that I've known you have been amazing. I love spending time with you. walks through the castle and around the lake. Your birthday picnic date by the lake. Every second, with you has been great. I wouldn't change any of it. I love you, Jasper Somerhalder. Always and forever.
Carter Phillips- Puddlemere don't know what their got theirself into hasn't seen anything yet. Through everything you have still remained the same sweet amazing guy I met three years ago. I know that no matter what I can always count on you for anything. We've been through a lot and I put you through a lot. I'm glad that you looked past it and are friends.
Josh Carter - You are one of the sweetest guys I know. Even with your tendicies of getting into trouble. But you have a heart of gold and Your heart is in the right place. I'm offically saying this on here, Josh Carter, your going to change the world some day.
Jai Perice - You are one of the best guy friends I have I could have easlily messed up our friendship, but in time you forgave me. I just wish we could have spent more time together this term. I guess when you have a place of your own that you will have a garden much like the terrance and we can somersault down the hill like 5 year olds.
Emma Malfoy , Selena Zabini-Riddle , Katie Star, Louisa Carter, Vashti Greenwell and Ellie Johnston- Each of you are so speical to me. Each of you are Beatiful and amazing young ladies, and have been great friends to me. Enjoy the rest of your time here, it goes by fast. TOO FAST. I do hope we stay in touch in the years. Emma- I'm sorry for events this term. Selena-Thanks for helping me look for my father. Katie - Thanks for all the pictures. Lousia- If Asher annoys you when he gets here let me know. Vashti- Thank you for studying with me for my NEWTs. let's hope I made it. Good luck next term. Ellie- I'm glad that we all friends still you are a sweetheart
Selina Skylar and Kurumi Hollingberry - My two little lions (well not so little anymore), I just want to keep you with me. You two have been great friends to me. Both of you have turned into lovely young ladies. Selina- I miss playing quidditch with you at Kyles that summer, you are a wonderful chaser, I know you willl go far. You better owl me. Kurumi - I plan on writing you alot. Send me some cookes, if you need help her mr. Viking, I'll send you something that could help...well with runes anyway not so much his accent.
Adam Burn- You're getting your wish.
The Quidditch Team- You Ladies are amazing. I've enjoyed the long hours of practicing with you all. We did it. Champions. It sounds wonderful. Good luck next term, bring home the trophy again...... and again.... and again.
The yearbook peeps- I've had fun with all of you, coming up with ideas, looking through pictures and long long hours of writing, editing, and interviewing, I'm sure the finished product is going to be amazing.
Lexi, Mina, Mia, Evelyn and Cassie- Each of you are Beatiful and amazing ladies.
Fellow Slytherins current and Future - Well done, this term snakes, I hope that you all can make the threepeat and a threepeat threepeat. Yeah I said threepeat three times in a sentence :p
The other 7th years- Thanks for all the Memories, good luck in the future.
Everyone else- Enjoy your time here, the seven years you are here goes by fast.
Love always,
Miss Caroline Mona Scott
Slytherin sweetheart
Yearbook writer
Slytherin quidditch Chaser
Future Healer for the Tutshill Tornados
Class of 2076
She put down the quill and wiped away a tear. Now it was time to go back and vist with her friends. And prepare for what seem like to her what would be the longest train ride back to London.
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Carter headed to the memory book. He'd been avoiding it... but he couldn't put it off any longer. He was graduating. And he was going to write in the book. Like many of the other students, he first flipped through old entries. He stopped on Evan's entry. He'd almost failed in keeping his promise to the older snake. But luckily Mina had forgiven Carter. Next he read over the entries from his fellow seventh years. Then he flipped to a blank page. He put the quill to the parchment and lifted it back up several times. His mind was full with memories of everything that had happened in the past 7 years. His eyes stung slightly as he once again put the quill to the parchment.
SPOILER!!: Carter's Entry
I really should have been thinking about this all term. But... I haven't. I've been purposely avoiding thinking about how this is... well... was... my last year here. Hogwarts has become my home. The home that I've longed for every summer. It's just weird to think that it's over. I've had so, so, so many memories in this castle. Some good. Some crazy. Some were the absolute worst things that have ever happened to me. But all of them are memories that I'll always have with me and always treasure.
I have met the most indescribable people during my time here. Most of the time they became my friends. Other times... well. I won't go into details there. But that doesn't change the fact that I wish for the best for all of you. I fully expect to see each of your names in the Prophet with an article on what amazing things you all are up to.
Umm. I guess I should write a little bit about my time here. I didn't believe in magic. In fact, up until my first time on a broom, I was convinced this was an elaborate joke... or a dream. Flying, and later quidditch, became more of who I was than anything muggle has ever been.
After discovering my first love... I found other loves. I fell in and out of love a couple of times. I've been lucky enough to date some of the most amazing girls Hogwarts has to offer. I won't go in to too many details, but those girls still mean the world to me. I hope they know that.
I've made fantastic friends. I could list every memory... but this book isn't big enough for that. I won't even attempt to name all of my friends. They know who they are. And they know that I'm going to miss them, but they can't get rid of me so easily. So. Be expecting a random visit from me sometime.
Next, I'd just like to mention a thing or two to my quidditch mates. I owe a huge thank you to Jack, the Captain during my first term here. Without him taking a major chance on me, I wouldn't be where I am now. To each of my teammates over the years, thank you for making quidditch a fantastic experience for me. And lastly, to the team I had the honor of Captaining this year: You guys are brilliant. I'll miss you and all the crazy times we've had together. I wish you all the best next term. I expect a very detailed owl after every match.
And lastly. Thank you to all the Professors here at Hogwarts. I'm much less of an idiot now.
To the students of Gryffindor... and I guess the school in general.. I'd say some words of advice, but I'm still learning myself. If you were to follow any of my advice you'd probably end up much worse off than how you started. So, I'll forgo "words of wisdom" and just say: Enjoy being young and everything that comes with it.
Captain Carter Phillips
-- Gryffindork
-- Quidditch Captain and Player
-- Future Puddlemere United Chaser
He read over his entry and smiled. And that was it. That, along with a plaque in the trophy room and a pink-haired picture of himself in the locker room, would be his legacy that lived on.
And then Carter shut the book and left. He'd be gone in the morning. And now that his goodbyes were said, and written, he was finally ready for it.
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Mina knew this moment had to come and she really had been avoiding it for as long as she could. It was kind of a rite of passage to come up and add your entry into the book, but now that the time had come for her to actually do it, she wasn't completely sure she was ready. Adding her entry would only make it more real that tonight was her last night here. She was really saying bye to her childhood.
Taking a breath, she closed her eyes wishing that it wasn't her last night here; but as she opened her eyes again, she knew that it was all real. She needed to write in the book and close this chapter in book that was her life.
Touching the book, she felt a warmth from it that made her smile. It was time to leave her legacy in the book now. Flipping the book open, she read over some of the messages from those that came before her and smiled. Spotting the one from Evan, she blushed and gently ran her finger over his message. She really did love that man and seeing his message only remembered her just how lucky she was to have him. With her free hand, she kissed her fingertips and then touched them to Evan's message before moving on to the messages from her fellow seventh years. She shook her head at some of the messages and sighed happily at others. Their class was really something and she was happy that she go to experience this with the people she did.
Finding a blank page, she picked up the quill and started to leave her legacy in the form of words. Stopping at moments to bit her lip in though and hold back her emotions, she wrote down what she felt as it all came to her.
SPOILER!!: Mina's Legacy
Today, I stand here a completely different person than I was seven years ago and I have this place to thank for it. I fell in and out of love here and learned many life lessons that I will take with me forever. Within these walls, I made some of the best moments and friends possible. I also made some of the worst mistakes as well, but I wouldn’t change these things at all. Every experience that I went through was for a reason and has helped mould me into the person I am now. I am a collection of all the events in my life and I’m proud of that. My time here at Hogwarts will remain with me long after I leave tomorrow and I do want to say thank you.
This place has been home to me for seven years and even when I wasn’t here physically, I felt its pull on me. Hogwarts brought me the love of my life and my best friend. It also taught me who I could be and that I am the only person that can define myself. I was once just a little girl and through its magic, Hogwarts has taught me to be a more.
I’m proud to be moving on to the next chapter of my life, but before I officially do; I want to add some special messages of my own to go with all of those that came before me. I will warn you that this might be long, but who can put a limit on how I feel right now?
Carter Phillips — What will I ever do with you, I will never know; but I would never change that. We have been through so much together and I wouldn’t go back and change one moment. All the tears and laughs were needed for us to be this close and I am sorry for all that I have done to wrong you in the past few months. You are and will forever be my best friend. You were my first friend here and I will never forget that ever. Even with the rollercoaster of emotions that we have been through, we have made it. You are one of the only two boy, no men, that I will ever allow into my heart as I have and I can’t wait to see what life has to offer us as adults. Our friendship started here, but I know that it won’t end here. Our childhood is ending, but I’ll see you on the other side as an adult.
Marie Salazar — So we finally made it to the end and we never killed each other. I know we had a very rough start to our friendship, but I’m honoured to be able to call you my friend. You are the best friend to the love of my life and that only makes out friendship even more special. I’m happy that you have found the love of your life as I did in your best friend. Even though you act tough on the outside, I know you are one of the most loving Snakes around. Seriously, who else could go through so much and still hold her head high as you do. Never let anyone tell you who you are supposed to be. You are a wonderful person and happiness suits you. I so expect to be seeing you again soon.
Patroclus Hudson — My Lion!Boy, well you are a Lion!Man now, but you will forever be my Lion!Boy and my partner in crime, half of Team PatrocoMina; the best half if you ask me. You are gone but you will never be forgotten. There doesn’t come a day where I don’t miss you and wish you the best. I never got to tell you just how much I treasured our friendship. You were the friend I needed when everything seemed so dark and I have to thank you. I never told you how you help me find myself again in third year and here forever in the book, will it be documented how much you meant to me. You helped me become a better person for just being my friend.
Destiny Shepard — Oh Destiny! Where do I even start? Never did I think that I would found such a friend in you. We got a slow start to our friendship, but I wouldn’t change that for the world now. You are and will probably forever be the only person that can make me laugh and forget just how Ravenclaw I’m supposed to be. There is a something special that you have deep in you and I’m honoured to have been able to call you my friend. Without you, I don’t think I would have ever really learned how to properly RAWRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR, learned dinosaur, stopped to enjoy the clouds or want to defend helpless sky turtles. You, my chocolate buddy, have made my time at Hogwarts a pleasure and I only hope that we will have more adventure together outside these walls, as adults; even as scary as that sounds.
Ellie Stone — Captain Awesome, there aren’t even words to start to describe what a pleasure it was to be part of this year’s Quidditch team with you. You are pretty awesome and have filled in the shoes of some of the best QC for our house. Keep being epically awesome and win that Quidditch Cup next year for me. Keep your head high and show them all how strong a Ravenclaw is.
Vashti Greenwell — You are one of the best Chasers I have ever seen and I feel so honoured to have been on a team with you and able to call you my friend as well. This year wasn’t our year, but I know that you and the team will bring it home again. Keep being an excellent example of what a true Ravenclaw is. Show those firsties and second years what being an Eagle is and keep them in line.
Josh Carter — Josh, what can I say to you? From the first time I met you until even today, you have always kept me on my toes. You are a special man and I’m so happy that I had a chance to be your friend. I still remember the first time we actually talked and I thought you were planning something devious. You have grown so much in the time we have known each other. You are among a select few Lions that I will always adore and that is saying a lot. I know this isn’t truly good-bye, but just see you later. I expect to be hearing from you again.
Mia Gibbins — We never did get to make cauldron cakes together, but you know the offer will always stand if you want to. I know we never get to hang out much in my time back, but I still consider you a friend and thank you for being there to listen. You are one of the nicest ‘puffs I know and I can’t wait see you again outside these walls.
Evelyn Flores — We aren’t what some might call friends, maybe more acquaintances, but I would like to say it was nice being in the same year as you. You are really an amazing seeker and a great Head Girl as well. We may have never completely warmed to each other, but at least we never tried to drown each other in the lake during History of Magic. I do wish you the best of luck in life.
Lexi Kennedy — You Miss Lexi will always be one feisty lioness! When you bleed with someone, you are forever bonded with them. It was a terrible experience that we were both put through in the forest, but we survived it and today we really are stronger from it. Yes, you are awesome and I’m happy that I did get to know you.
Eiro Uronen — Study buddy, I will miss you so much. Keep all the firsties and second years in line and make them do their homework! We are a smart house and don’t let anyone forget that! Keep the torch burning for all of us that are leaving. You can bring pride back to our house. I want to hear about how you helped to bring all three cups back to our common room and the epic parties that you will get to have. I’m telling you mattress surfing!
Tibi Pryce — My familiar face in a foreign land! I never did tell you just how awesome I think you are and here it will forever be placed. You have grown up so much since the first time we worked together in Divinations. I see a very bright future for you and I’m happy that I can call you my friend.
Jacob Blunt — You are not here, but that will not stop me for writing about you. You, my overly excitable captain, are crazy and I miss you. We might have not won the cup for you again, but you should know we didn’t go down without a fight. I still think you are and will always be the craziest captain I will ever have, but that just sets you apart from all the awesome that Ravenclaw Captains are. You lot are awesome in your own ways!
Greyson, JD, Ella & former students of the Class of ’76 — Your mark on Hogwarts will never be forgotten and even though you are not here with us, you will always remain a part of this class, now and forever.
Class of ’76 — Thank you for all the fun times and memories. Seven years ago, we started on this journey together and today, we leave together a little bit older and a whole lot wise.
Fellow Ravenclaws — Eagles, please remember that we don’t need a cup or a champion to prove to ourselves that we are the best. Yes, it would have rocked to bring the House Cup and Quidditch Cup back where it belonged again, but we are still Ravenclaws! Carry on being who we Eagles are and keep fighting. Even though, I will not be here to see you all continue bring honour to our house, I will always be here in spirit; just like all the former Eagles before me. Maybe in the future this proud house will produce another Cela; which I see so much potential in some of you; or another Nia or Willow; Ravenclaw Quidditch Captains are pretty epic and they are the real deal. Please remember that we are a family and together we are strong. Keep making me proud and earn some more of those epic Ravenclaw parties. You haven’t lived until you have a pool party in the common room or mattress surfed with Professor Vindictus. Plus, do all your HOMEWORK, even if you don’t want to.
Fellow and future students —This place is special and remember each day is an adventure and it’s up to you to live it. Don’t get too catch up in house rivalries and stereotypes. Yes, a bit of healthy competition is fine, but don’t let it rule your time here. Live each day to its fullest and remember that you aren’t alone here. Take a walk by the lake and have a moment to be free with who you are. Make friends that you will keep for life. This isn’t just a school, it’s your home.
Professors; former, current & future — Thank you for providing the best education possible to us. We might not act grateful, but you are all appreciated.
Jasmina Simoné Bennett ♥
Proud Ravenclaw
Eagle Quidditch Chaser & Gobstones Member
Ravenclaw Overacheiver
Class of 2076
Setting down the quill, she dried her eyes slightly before looking over her entry. It was long and she didn't care how it would look to everyone following her. This was her legacy and it would forever be part of Hogwarts now.
Closing the book, she again kissed the fingertips on her left hand and touched the book. It was done now and she needed to say her final goodbyes. Tonight was the end of childhood and she would wake up tomorrow morning and start the new chapter of her life, adulthood, without any regrets.
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She had promised herself that she was not going to write in the memory book.
School was over for her, and the very last thing she wanted to do was spend the time that she could be eating on writing. Writing something that she didn't think anyone was going to read. But, as she watched all her fellow seventh years make their way up to the book, she found it difficult to hold herself to that promise. Plus, she was very curious to see what other people wrote.
Stepping up to the book when it was all clear, Destiny skimmed the last few pages, a smile making it's way onto her face as she spotted her name already there. Her name was the last thing she expected to see. And since it was, she felt that she had to write something. Picking up the quill, she turned to a blank page.
SPOILER!!: Destiny.
So, here I am.
Spending the very last few minutes of my very last end-of-term feast writing in this very old looking book. I'm not even sure I know what I am supposed to write here. But I do know that, whatever I write will not be as sappy as those other entries. Sweet Merlin, people! Do you really want the last memory of you in Hogwarts to make people cry? I know I don't. Which is why I am just going to put down whatever is on my mind.
First, we'll start with Hogwarts. You are a castle. A very large and very confusing castle. Many times I have roamed your halls, and many times I have gotten myself lost. Your steps tried to kill me, the house elves that live in your kitchen hate me. Some of the portraits that hang on your wall taunt me, and one time, I stuck my hand in one of your suits of armor and it bit me. But, despite all the bad things that had happened to me over the years, I suppose I owe you the biggest of thanks. Thank you for giving me a home which I looked forward to coming to every year and thank you for helping me meet all the people I have. Without you, Hogwarts, I would be getting tutored by my Grandmother. Which means, I would be dead.
To the Professors, past and present. I, and I am sure you do too, know that I am not the brightest Fwooper (geddit? Fwoopers are brightly colored!) to have sit in your class. Yet, you have never once put me out. Unless, of course, you count the time Lafay lit me on fire, then put the fire out. But I am not going to get into that right now. Instead, I want to say thank you, Professors! I walk out of here with my head full of the things you have taught me. If I don't make it in the real world, it will all be your fault. Just kidding!
Evelyn & Marie. What am I supposed to say to you that you don't already know? You two are my best friends! There is just so much I could say to the both of you, but this book is hardly big enough for that. And I already mentioned that I don't want this to become a sappy entry. I'll leave you both with this, though. Without you two, my time at Hogwarts would have meant nothing. I would have been the person who sits in the corner all by themselves and I would have been the person who people throw string beans at. So, thank you. Thank you for not throwing string beans at me.
P.S. Evelyn, I caught Sly in your trunk before I left the dorms. You might want to check your shoes for missing shoelaces. And Marie, I had to borrow a pair of your socks. Don't worry, I'll give them back.
Mia. MIA! How in the world am I supposed to pronounce your last name? It's like one of those unpronounceable muggle things we have learned about. I'm not even going to try to say it. But anyway. Where do I begin with you!? We have done some really crazy things together, and just because now that you have that freaky last name a husband, don't think that you're getting rid of me that easily. We'll still go on crazy adventures whether he likes it or not! After all, who else will stop me from stealing animals and going to muggle prison? I'll be seeing you this summer. We do have the Amazon to explore!
Josh. Remember that time you threw a RAT spleen down my back? Or how about the time you got our hands stuck together by Lafay? Yeah, I remember those, too. There have been many times that I just wanted to hex that head of yours right off your shoulders, but I can honestly say I would have regretted it. I'm sure I never told you this, but you are the most Gryffindor Gryffindor (does that make sense? To me it does, so that's all that matters.) anyone will ever meet. Don't ever change...or I will hex your head off.
Carter. For some reason, I am finding you to be the hardest to write to. Who would have thought that, all those years ago, we would end up like this? From my wool bombs (thanks to Caroline for reminding me!) to your potato thieving ways, you have become one of my best friends. I have to thank you, though. For making me look alot smarter than I really am. I'm glad you already wrote your entry. You won't see mine!
Mina. My chocolate, cauldron cake giving friend! There have been too many times to count where you have come to my rescue. Handing me some chocolate when I thought all hope of finding any was lost! I know that we will always stay friends. If not for the chocolate, but for that poor turtle cloud. We still have to teach that grasshopper cloud a lesson! He can't just go around pushing turtles onto their back!
P.S. I see you have been working on your RAWRRRRRRRR!! It gets the Destiny stamp of approval.
Caroline. I wish I would have met you sooner than I did. Just imagine all the suits of armor we could have had by now! And, since you did help me kidnap the one I have now, it is only fair that you should have half the chocolate I keep inside of it. Don't worry, it is still good. Charms come in handy sometimes. I'll be seeing you around! I do plan on going to alot of Quidditch games.
Arya. I have spent the last six years hating disliking you for things that were not your fault. For that, I must apologize. Also, I never really saw you eating out of a trashcan, I'm pretty sure that was a house elf. And I know you are not a raccoon. You're not fluffy enough. Besides, I doubt they would give a raccoon a Prefect's badge!
Patroclus. I really miss you.
Finally, to everyone in Hogwarts who I have had the pleasure of meeting, goodbye. To everyone I haven't met, hello.
Destiny H. Shepard
⅓ She-Snake Trio
Slytherin Quidditch Beater For one term, but it still counts!
Gobstones Club Member When I felt like it, but that counts, too!
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Class of 2076
Reading over everything she had written, and even chuckling at her few jokes, Destiny placed the quill down and skipped her way back to the Slytherin table. After writing all that out, it didn't seem so bad that she was leaving anymore. She was actually kind of excited.
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Marie walked up to the memory book not really sure what she was going to write in it. All she knew was she needed to write something. Something to remind others that she had been there.
First she decided to read through some of the other entries. Of course this was a huge mistake. Seeing the things that some of her friends had written about her instantly brought tears to her eyes. She really was going to miss this place and all the people here.
After several minutes of reading she wiped the tears away, picked up the quill and put it to the next blank page in the book.
SPOILER!!: Marie's Entry
I can't believe it has already been seven years since I first stepped foot inside Hogwarts. It seems as if it was only yesterday when I was hugging my parents goodbye for the first time on platform 9 3/4. Now here I stand writing my farewell in the seventh year memory book.
I could stand here writing all day telling all you younger students things you should and shouldn't do but I won't. Part of the fun of being here is learning things on your own. I would like to acknowledge a few people that have affected my life during my time here though.
I would like to start with the professors... past and present. Thank you for all you taught me over the years. I will do my best to remember everything... I just can't promise that I will.
Evelyn and Destiny, my She-Snake sisters. You two were my first and favorite friends I made in Slytherin. Life isn't going to be the same without seeing you two every day. We've been through a lot during our years here. Like when those muggle tools were stuck to our hands for what seemed like EVER thanks to Lawson and his anti-theft charm. And Destiny, I'll never forget the time Lawson tied us together with that rope because he thought we needed to spend more time together (what was he thinking?). Or the time the three of us found Lawson shall we say... under the weather. Wow, it seems these memories aren't just about the three of us, they're about the FOUR of us. Makes mental note to find Lawson and remind him of these things. We may all be going our different ways in life but know this, I love you both like the sisters I never had and I DO expect you to be in my wedding. Yes, that means you too Ev, you're not getting out of this one.
PS to Destiny: Open your eyes woman and see how perfect you and Carter are for each other.
PS to Evelyn: Stop being so scared of commitment and let your heart lead you. You and Josh belong together.
Mia Gibbins, or I guess it's 'Onion' now I'm still hurt you didn't tell me sooner, you made me see that Hufflepuff's aren't evil. It may have taken you a while but you did it and look at me now, in love with and engaged to a Hufflepuff. If it wasn't for you I would have never met Matty and fallen in love with him. For this I owe you the world... or the honor of being my Maid of Honor in my wedding. Being friends with you has forever changed my life... for the better. We may be going to live in different countries but that doesn't mean you get out of seeing me. I WILL be visiting you and I expect you and Nik to come visit me too.
Salander, my human punching bag. As much as Mia is responsible for me meeting Matty, you my friend are just as responsible for me falling in love with him. Your constant nagging about me going to that tea party with him finally made me accept the dare. Even though it wasn't that night that I fell in love with him it was that night that we formed out everlasting friendship. For this I am eternally grateful to you. Thanks for not letting me out of that dare.
Joshua Carter, my crazy lion friend. I'll never forget all those little talks we've had. Thanks for listening and helping me when I didn't feel I could talk to anyone else. I hope you know I'll always be there for you if you need someone to talk to. I do expect to be seeing you around so don't go disappearing from everyone that cares about you.
Carter Phillips better known as Captain Oblivious. You have been a part of my life for over five years now and you still drive me crazy with that obliviousness of yours. Really, you and Destiny just need to open your eyes and see how perfect you are for each other. Maybe once you do that then you will be able to accept the fact that I am in love with Matty and that he is the right guy for me. Since I don't really see this happening though I will just wish you luck in whatever your future holds for you... other than quidditch of course. I'm sure we will see each other again but until that time just know you were an important part of my life and time here.
Mina Bennett, my feisty 'claw friend. I'm glad we were able to get beyond all that angstyness that was between us during second year. It may have taken some time but I'm honored to be one of your friends. I'm also very happy that you're the one that holds the key to Evan's heart. Treat him well and never let him forget that he is always in my heart.
Marilyn Force, the cousin I once loved to hate. I know this will come as a shock to you but... I really am happy that we've worked past Carter our problems and finally found it in ourselves to actually become... dare I say it... friends. I know things still aren't perfect with us but I feel in time we will be close like family should be... regardless of what our mums think or say.
Caroline Scott. the cousin I still love to hate. Yeah, that's about all I have to say to you.
I've saved the best for last. My Prince, Matthias Gardner. I love you more than words could ever say. You've made my life complete. I still find it hard to believe that I'm lucky enough to have you love me as much as I love you. I look forward to spending the rest of my life with you... and no, there will be no more busted noses for you from me. I kinda like your nose the way it is now... not bleeding.
To everyone else I've had the pleasure, or misfortune of meeting, be true to yourselves and never let anyone tell you who you should be.
Love to all,
Marie Jade Salazar
Proud Slytherin
1/3 She-Snake Trio
Dueling Club WINNER
Resident Nose Breaker
Class of 2076
Laying the quill down she wiped the tears from her eyes that were starting to blur her vision. This was it. Her time at Hogwarts was now officially over. Taking one last look at the memory book she turned to leave.
Jai walked up to the year book. He didn't like the ache in his stomach. He as if things would never be the same when he wrote in this book. He stood over it looking at it. Picking up the quill he tok a deep breath and began...
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Wow, it's seventh year already? Well, I guess there are a few things I have to say. It was great here. I learned so much from so many different people. Amazing people. I learned about friendship, had my first heartbreak, found out that you can forgive no matter what because you still care and I learned that friends are so important.
Cassie, who is the first friend i had. Cass, you are so awesome. I mean you were there when I was new, when I had crushes, a girlfriend when I didn't, you were always there. I just want to say that you were an awesome friend and everyone better watch for the Storm that you gonna stir. I'm gonna be pestering you when I can so, no need for goodbyes really.
Kita, my chocolate expert. When I first met you I thought you were the most optimistic and bubbly person I'd ever met. And true to form, you still are. After all that happened and everything returned to right, I found you. You should me how to smile again and that made my heart see you for the first time really. You've been tucked away in there ever since. I will do anything to make you happy and if that means chocolate every week, then so be it. I am very happy to have you as my own.
Cater, that quidditch committed a serious crime. They stole my guru. Man, I don't think I would've made it through half the stuff I did without you mate. I mean you advised me on girls. That saved my butt. But you are an awesome quidditch player and the Puddlemeres better take care of you or I'm going to go hunting. Just remember, if it doesn't work out, you know where your other talents lay. Best Guru ever. Stay cool man.
Caroline, my dear sweet flower. The one who would know why I call you flower. Just because the first day you found me on terrace. We've been friends ever since. We have history but It's something that makes our friendship that much stronger. You know I was there for you like in Italy, I am here for you and I always will be there for you. Nothing will ever change that and I'm sure you know that now. Stay sweet my dear pretty Lily.
To all my other friends, Josh, Marilyn, Marie, Kurumi and Selina. Thanks for making Hogwarts the best years of my life. I've never been more fortunately fated to have you guys. Thanks so much. Lion paw Josh...Rawr!
To all my fellow Gryffindors and Madam Donovan . Hold steadfast in what you know, what you've learn't in the honourable house of Pride. Listen to your heart, it will guide and give you strength to be where you must be, need to be and place you exactly where you want to be. Remember, you are a pride of strong lions and lionesses. RAWR! 'We never back down, we fight til the end.'
All Hogwarts student, hold on to your dreams, live in the present and learn from you past. They are what they are for a reason. Your past to left behind you and remind you of how much you've grown. Your dreams mark the future which you set your sights upon and endeavour to reach. The present, to party with your friends, get in trouble, drink butterbeer until you're sick to your stomach and enjoy life.
Professors, I bid you all farewell. I bid farewell to all the homework and classes but I'll never forget the lessons you taught me. To be a better wizard everyday and every chance I get. Thank you all for giving me the opportunity to be a student leader. You helped me see what I didn't see in myself. And now I believe it. Thank you. Professor Lafay, I will never forget you. After being your student, Auror training should a cake walk.
Sincerely,
Jai Pierce
Gryffindor Prefect and quidditch player
Mr. Nice Guy
Tree Hugger and Garden lover
The Greek
Class of 2076
Jai rested the quill and took another deep breath. It was as if he had taken a part of himself and placed it in this book. He smiled and walked away, Jai style. Hands in his pockets, a slight smirk on his face and swag that was his own.
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] and what I think hatred might feel like, too. The years I have spent here have broken me and then built me back up over and over again. Don't ever let the fact that you fall keep you from getting up, dusting yourself off and trying again. Trust me, in the end it is damn sure worth every moment of it. 
Yeah thats what crazy is, when its broken you say theres nothing to fix++++++++++++++++++++
Be happy and peaceful.
