-July 30th 1992-
I'm sitting in my usual spot in class, Watching the clock, waiting for the bell to let out. Just a couple more minutes. I heard my name being called and looked up at my teacher, Mrs, Welch. "Um... Yes Mrs, Welch?" The whole class was laughing. Mrs, Welch shook her head "Miss rose, what is the answer to this problem?" She pointed her ruler at the board. 58 / 8 = ? This is too easy. "Its 7.25 Mrs.Welch." She smiled at me and nodded her head. And then the bell rung. I immediately grabbed my bag, and ran out side, I noticed all the other kids staring at an owl that was sitting on a fence next to the school. I waited for the other kids to get on the buss, before walking up too. "Hello. Who are you waiting for?" I whispered as I rubbed its head. It made a sound and flew down the sidewalk. I shrugged my shoulders and started my walk home. Humming to myself, ignoring the kids who would laugh at me from the bus when it would pass me. when I finally got home I noticed the owl from before was sitting on the window seal, just outside the kitchen. I opened the front door and called out. "Papa, Nana, I'm home!" I heard my papa calling "In here" From the living room. Walking to the living room, as I started telling Papa about my day. "Papa, on my way home from school I saw..." I stopped mid-sentence when I noticed Papa talking to two men. One was wearing all black. and the other was a really old man, with a long beard. The man with the beard stood, up and smiled at me. "Hello, Mabel. Soo great to finally meet you. I'm Albus Dumbledore. And this is Severus Snape." He motioned towards the other man. I did a small curtsy "Pleasure to meet you" My papa motioned me over, to sit next to him. Mister Dumbledore sat down, and pulled a letter out of his robe, and handed it to me. I flipped it over and opened it. I pulled out the first paper
HOGWARTS SCHOOL of WITCHCRAFT and WIZARDRY
Headmaster: Albus Dumbledore
(Order of Merlin, First Class, Grand Sorc., Chf. Warlock,
Supreme Mugwump, International Confed. of Wizards)
Dear Ms.Rose,
We are pleased to inform you that you have been accepted at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Please find enclosed a list of all necessary books and equipment.
The term begins on 1 September. We await your owl by no later than 31 July.
Yours sincerely,
Minerva McGonagall, Deputy Headmistress
I looked up at the men curiously. "Papa, what is this?" I looked over a papa, while he started talking "Mabel my dear, you've to be accepted to the same school me and your father went too." I widened my eyes,... I always thought it was fake. "But, papa, those were just stories it can't be real..." I looked over at the Mister Dumbledore and Mister Snape "Cant it?" Mister Dumbledore chuckled, smiling. "Mabel my dear, it is very much real." I don't think I have ever smiled so wide. I Pulled out the second paper, out of the envelope.
HOGWARTS SCHOOL of WITCHCRAFT and WIZARDRY
UNIFORM:
First-year students will require:
1. Three sets of plain work robes (black)
2. One plain pointed hat (black) for day wear
3. One pair of protective gloves (dragon hide or similar)
4. One winter cloak (black, with silver fastenings)
Please note that all pupil's clothes should carry name tags.
COURSE BOOKS:
All students should have a copy of each of the following:
The Standard Book of Spells (Grade 1) by Miranda Goshawk
A History of Magic by Bathilda Bagshot
Magical Theory by Adalbert Waffling
A Beginner's Guide to Transfiguration by Emeric Switch
One Thousand Magical Herbs and Fungi by Phyllida Spore
Magical Drafts and Potions by Arsenius Jigger
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them by Newt Scamander
The Dark Forces: A Guide to Self-Protection by Quentin Trimble
OTHER EQUIPMENT:
1 wand
1 cauldron (pewter, standard size 2)
1 set glass or crystal vials
1 telescope
1 set brass scales
Students may also bring if they desire, an owl OR a cat OR a toad.
PARENTS ARE REMINDED THAT FIRST YEARS
ARE NOT ALLOWED THEIR OWN BROOMSTICK
Yours sincerely,
Lucinda Thomsonicle-Pocus, Chief Attendant of Witchcraft Provisions
I looked up from the letter, "Where am I supposed to get this stuff?" Mister Snape, speaking for this first time this conversation, "Tomorrow, I am to take you to Diagon Alley. When you can get anything you need." I nodded my head smiling "Thank you, Mr.Snape." He didn't say anything back. He and Mr.Dumbledore stood up, and bid us farewell and left, not a single word was said after that.
I looked over at Papa... "Is Nana Awake?" it sounded as if I whispered it. He nodded his head, yes, and with a pat on my head, he walked into his study.
I jumped up the stairs and made my way to Nana's room. I took a deep breath and knocked on her door. I head a quiet "come in" I slowly opened her door, and made my way inside her room. "Hey, Nana."
She smiled at me and reached her hand out. I walked over to her and took her hand in mine. "You'll never guess was I got today, Nana!" She continued to smile at me. "What did you get dear?" I handed her my letter. When she realized what I gave her, her smile got even brighter. "Oh, honey, this is wonderful!" She gave me back my letter, and I quickly stuffed it in my backpack. "I promise to write, at least twice a week, Nana" She waved her free hand. "Nonsense, just writes,*Cough cough* every Monday, so you can tell me everything *cough* that happened that past week." I nodded my head smiling. "Deal." She pointed towards the closet. "Dear, will you grab the box in my closet."
I stood up and opened her closet. And suddenly realized this might be harder than I thought. "Ugh... Nana. Which box??!" It was quiet before she responded. "The one with Amelia on it.!" I gave a slight nod of my head and started searching for it. When I finally found it, I grabbed it and went back to Nana, setting the box next to her on Papa's side of the bed. I helped Nana sit up, and she opened the box smiling sadly. She dug through it, setting stuff on the bed. I wanted so badly to look at some of the photo albums she was setting aside, but decided not to. She smiled in triumph and pulled a gold charm Bracelet out. She pulled my hand to hers and set the charm bracelet in it. and put her other hand on top of it.
"Me and Papa, gave this to your mother when we find out she was going to Hogwarts. And I think its Time you have it." I could swear that my eyes had lit up instantly. I pulled Nana into a hug, "Oh, thank you, Nana!" She nodded her head. And pulled something else out of the box. It was a Camera, She handed it to me too. "This camera is enchanted, to make moving pictures. Your mother used it in school, so she could preserve memories. I think you should do the same." I took it and looked it over. "Nana. How will I get a film for it?" She laughed... She actually laughed. "Honey, its a wizard camera. It won't run out of Film." Oh, I feel dumb now. Nana started to huff, and wheeze really bad, so I called for Papa. He was here quickly and ushered me out, and to go take a shower. I gave Nana a sad, worried look, but did as I was told.
When I was done with my shower, I got changed into my pajamas. I bounced down the stairs and into the kitchen when Papa was cooking. "What's for supper Papa?" He turned and smiled at me. "Since its a special night, I thought we would have a special, meal. Your favorite Shepherd's Pie, and for dessert a Knickerbocker glory, its almost done, so go wash up." I ran to the bathroom, and washed my hands quickly and made my way into the dining room, when Papa, is setting up three placements. "Papa.. why are you setting the table for three... Is Nana eating with us?" He nodded his head I smiled and sat down, in my usual spot, while Papa, went upstairs and help Nana down here.
As I waited, I started to think about what going to happen... I'm going to the same school when my Mom and dad meet.. I can remember exactly how they met.. or at least what Nana and Papa, have told me.
"My mom (a Ravenclaw) was running through the hall, already late for her first class. When she bumped into a boy who was a year above her (a Gryffindor). My mom, completely forgot about her class, as she continuously kept apologizing to the boy. The boy had waved it off, and said it was fine, and picked up my mom's books, and helped her up. Mom looked up at the boy, from her small frame. and couldn't help to stare. He couldn't stop staring ethir. it was as if they were in their own world. She looked down at her watch, thanked the boy for her help. and started to make her way to class. then the boy had Called out for her, asking what her name was. She smiled at him from over her shoulder and had called out. 'Amelia. Amelia Rose.' Every day, from the day forth, the boy would look for her, everywhere, the library, the great hall. And would sit with her. they became best friends. and by the time my mom was in her third year, they started dating. When he graduated. he wrote her a letter every day her last year, they planned to wed, the day she graduated. And they did.."
I smiled as I heard Nana, walk-in, with her arm around Papa's arm. He helped her sit down. She kissed the top of his hand, and he kissed her forehead. I hope to have something like that, one day. We all started eating, Caring in a conversation about random things that happened in the day. "Um... this summer. Could I, maybe not spend it with Miss. Wilson?, Don't get me wrong.. I Like her a lot. But her chickens. always bite my ankles." Papa hummed but didn't say anything, as he brought out three large cups of Knickerbocker glory, and set one in front of me and Nana, before sitting down. The rest of the night went quietly. I did the dishes, while Papa, helped Nana get ready for bed. When I was done I went upstairs and told them good night. I went into my room and laid out my outfit for tomorrow, packed my Backpack. (Journal, Pencils, Small ball, a pouch, with some money in it. and some candy, and a hoodie) And went to bed.
