8 Sep 2023, 00:32
Family Letters
Dear Mum, Papa, and Felix,
I don't know how long this owl will take to reach you all in Dublin, but I wanted to share everything with you all quickly. Everything has been going well. And I wish I had the time to write down every minute detail of everything that has happened. I know that you all will read it. But I'm going to be grateful for the time I have now, just like you're always telling me to be, Mum.
Let's start at the Hogwarts Express. I was worried that I was going to have to sit by myself, all alone. But I didn't have to. There were these two really nice girls who I sat with. They made me believe that I'm going to make other friends in this school.
At the Sorting Ceremony, I was so excited and nervous. Everyone had a preference of where they wanted to be and mine was Ravenclaw, where you had been in your younger years, Mum. Guess what? I'm Ravenclaw, just like you! I know that you would be too, Papa, if you had magic in you. Felix, too.
After that we toured the dormitories. I didn't know how they were going to look, but I was impressed. There were so many people, but there were dormitories for the girls to choose from, and I knew that even just one of them could have fit us all. For this year I chose to be a part of the Booted Eagle Dormitory. Which one were you in, Mum? There are some really nice girls in my room and I'm lucky to have them.
I've attended many classes now, but one of my memorable experiences is in Charms class, where I met a girl named Juliet. She's nice, though I don't know if we're considered friends yet. Still getting to know each other more like. But I can't believe I've met so many friendly people already. I'm beginning to think life at Hogwarts won't be so bad.
That doesn't mean I don't miss you all, though. I wish Felix was here. He'd make friends triple his age in an instant. And having Papa and Mum here would also help me get through this. But I think this is one of those things that you just have to do yourself. Still, I can't wait to come back at the first sign of a break.
I'll keep writing to you with updates as often as I can. Tell little Felix that I miss him (I know he won't take the time to read the letter).
Can't wait to see you,
Your loving daughter
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☽ Ophelia Lynn Northwell | i have a whole universe in my mind | Aurélie Nathalie Duval ☾
17 Sep 2023, 19:47
Family Letters
Dearest little Ophelia,
Your papa has convinced me that I should be the one to write back to you. For what reason, I know not, but writing to you does reduce my anxiety. Leaving you all alone in a school so far away, it hurt my heart more than you could know, but I am glad you are well.
You've always been such a quiet girl, and I'd worried about your ability to make friends at a school where so many of the students had already been exposed to magic. When I read your letter about all the wonderful people you've met already, my eyes truly teared up. To know that my little girl has grown so much as to be alright on her own is so fulfilling, Ophelia.
And being sorted in Ravenclaw! How proud I am of you- it can't be explained in words. I knew that you had it in you, my little knowledge-seeker. And I believe that you are right, Grayson and Felix would surely fall into the same house as us.
During my stay at Hogwarts, I believe I stayed at the same dorm for all seven years. Bonelli's Eagle Dormitory, I believe it was. It was where I met many of my close wizarding friends. I'm sure the Booted Eagle Dormitory is just as good, however.
And on the subject of classes, do tell me if you need any help, Ophelia. I don't want your learning abilities to be hindered in any way. I shall help you in any way that I can.
You will come back for the break, right? Bring along any of your new friends as well. I would like to meet them all. Oh, I can't wait to see your sweet face once more. Your papa and brother can't wait either. We all miss you so much, my dear.
Write back soon,
Mum
Papa
Felix
☽ Ophelia Lynn Northwell | i have a whole universe in my mind | Aurélie Nathalie Duval ☾
7 Oct 2023, 22:05
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Dear Mum, Papa, and Felix,
Sometimes, I feel like this entire thing has been an extended dream. That eventually, I'll just wake up and be right back in my room where I'd fallen asleep. That I'll ask you if you are a witch and you'll laugh at me, Mum. That Felix will make jokes behind my back about how I've been going crazy when I tell you all about flying brooms and a magical school called Hogwarts. Is this a sign that I would miss Hogwarts if it wasn't actually real, or that I miss you all so much?
Anyway, I'm sorry I haven't written in forever. I've been busy for the past few weeks. Homework and everything. I'm getting more used to the school now and I'm not wondering where I am every time I wake up. I think that's progress.
Oh, and the Fall Ball is here. Or it will be in a few days. I'm so extremely excited, but nervous also. It's my first large event, other than the Sorting Ceremony, you know. Anyway, apparently there are other schools for magic and the students from those schools are going to come soon to attend the ball. I didn't know that they existed and I'm so excited to meet them!
I was wondering... Mum, could you send one of your old dresses. I've looked through the ones that I've brought with me, but none of them look nice enough. I know yours are beautiful, so I thought I could alter them to fit me. I'm only a few inches shorter than you after all, and you must agree that my sewing skills are top-notch. I would very much appreciate it if you would come.
Of course I'm coming home for break! Why wouldn't I? I've already established that I miss you all so much. Maybe Papa and Felix could come with you to London to pick me up? Oh, I'm getting ahead of myself. There's still so much left of school. As for bringing along any friends, I'll certainly see. Papa, you better not say anything embarrassing like last time my friends came over.
Until next time,
Your loving daughter
☽ Ophelia Lynn Northwell | i have a whole universe in my mind | Aurélie Nathalie Duval ☾
14 Oct 2023, 21:56
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Dear Phie-Phie,
Guess who's writing now? I'm sure you guessed correctly, kid. You're a smart one, and I've made it extremely obvious with calling you Phie-Phie. If you still don't have it, I'd be disappointed in you. But it's your one and only... Papa! Anticlimactic? Maybe a little, but hey, you must be bored out of you're mind there at Hogwarts. Oh, who am I kidding, you must be having the time of your life. The only one you're missing is Galleon, isn't it Oph?
Anyway, life back here in boring Dublin is going pretty great. Your brother finally started complaining about all the chores that he has to do with you gone, but he never says anything about missing you directly, though I know he feels it. Your mother is half-sick worrying over you and another half overjoyed for you. I don't know what I feel yet, but I sure know that I miss you.
As for the feeling of dreaming, I feel it too. Sometimes I dream that you're here and Hogwarts was just some absurd dream. But when I wake up, you're not here and I miss you even more. And it's a sign of both, kid. I know you are probably living it up with your new witch friends. You're still not too cool for your father, right?
And a Fall Ball? I'm intrigued. Who are you going with? If anyone embarrasses you, tell them that they aren't allowed to. Only Papa can. I'm sure your mother wants to know all about it as well. As for the dress, Mum's sending it in a package attached to this letter. I'm surprised that a poor owl can carry the whole load.
Felix, Mum, and I can't wait to see you again.
See ya soon, kid,
Mum
Papa
Felix
☽ Ophelia Lynn Northwell | i have a whole universe in my mind | Aurélie Nathalie Duval ☾
21 Nov 2023, 22:00
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Dear Mum, Papa, and Felix,
Papa! You don't know how happy I was reading your handwriting. As for who I miss, that is certainly everyone. Galleon is like a child to me, but you are my papa. Mum and I share a different kind of bond. And who wouldn't miss little Felix's antics? No, it would be impossible to say I only miss Galleon. My dear kitty, Doveling, however, might be happy to know that. I do hope that whenever they meet, most likely over the break, they won't squabble.
Tell Felix that I miss him too, Papa. I know he'd never directly say it, that silly boy, but I know he misses me too. We've spent nearly every single night since he was born together, excluding the occasional sleepover invites. It's extremely difficult to just not see him anymore. As for Mum, I know that she must be worrying a lot. Tell her I'm doing perfectly fine. I'm having a lot of fun, actually. I'll never be too cool for you, Papa!
I went to the Fall Ball with a friend, Papa. She's very nice and would never embarrass me. If anything, I would embarrass myself. And the dress, oh it was very beautiful. Altering it to my size was a lot of fun. Tell Mum I loved it!
Goodbye for now,
Your loving daughter
☽ Ophelia Lynn Northwell | i have a whole universe in my mind | Aurélie Nathalie Duval ☾
20 Dec 2023, 21:00
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Dear Ophelia,
Just so you know, I'm only writing to you because Mum and Papa forced me to. They say its a good way for me to "embrace" my feelings or something like that. Whatever that means. I don't miss you that much. I mean, of course I missed throwing our yearly Halloween party together. Mum and Papa trusted me to do all the planning myself this year and our friends said that it wasn't as fun, but I think they were just jealous.
Anyway, I'm sorry you haven't heard from us for a long while. Mum and Papa said I've been being difficult, since I kept refusing to write this letter to send to you. I only finally agreed because Papa said that we're sending it you via owl and I think that's really cool. He says that if I write the letter, when you write back, the owl will come find me.
How is it fair that you're having all this fun with magical balls and parties and stuff when all I'm doing is being stuck at home? It's not. I can't wait to go to Hogwarts, just like you are and Mum did. Oh, and guess what? My teacher, Mrs. Kelly says I'm doing really well on my spelling! They're saying that I should join the spelling bee that is coming up. Should I, Ophelia? You've always won the spelling bee and Mum says that she wants to see me win too.
Well, that's all I'm going to write. I'll see you when you're home for Christmas! You are coming home for the holidays, right?
Love you,
Mum
Papa
Felix
☽ Ophelia Lynn Northwell | i have a whole universe in my mind | Aurélie Nathalie Duval ☾
21 Dec 2023, 22:05
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Dear Mum, Papa, and Felix,
Felix! I know you miss me, silly boy. I know because I miss you so much from here. Everything "fun" that I do, I keep wanting to take pictures and send to you. But electricity doesn't work here at Hogwarts, so I can't use a phone or a normal camera. And I just realized I missed the Halloween party! Did your friends really not like it or were they just saying that? Did you include that idea we had after last time, the Halloween-themed scavenger hunt? Or the haunted house? If you did, then I'm sure your friends were jealous of your planning skills.
And how dare you not respond quickly, Felix! I was over here thinking something terrible had happened, yet the only thing that did was my little brother being difficult. I would've written another letter, demanding an answer, had the amount of work not suddenly flared up.
And definitely join the spelling bee. Felix, I know you've always felt like you were in my shadow, but you're really smart too. I'm your sister and I'm not just saying that. Mrs. Kelly is definitely right that you can win the spelling bee this year if you try. Remember what I always tell you, practice makes you ten times better!
I'll see you during the holidays too, little brother.
See you soon,
Your loving daughter
☽ Ophelia Lynn Northwell | i have a whole universe in my mind | Aurélie Nathalie Duval ☾