Snapshots and stories
January 6th, 2025
Dear Matt,
I have a few cousins studying at Beauxbatons and Durmstrang, and the rest are here at Hogwarts. Do you have any cousins attending different wizarding institutions?
Haa, I get that, but you got to show me! Please? I've never seen Otoko Mai or Kami Mai performed before.
It demands all your attention: Your body should be aligned with your spine; you have to be mindful of hand gestures, the movement sequence, and facial expressions. Movements should be as fluid and controlled as possible. And let me tell you something: my dance teacher expects nothing but perfection. So I must say it's quite challenging. But we wouldn't know until you try.
I am! And well, I’d be happy to teach you if you're up for it... Unless you are already familiar with the instruments I play. Your guess is right! It is definitely my most favourite subject. What's yours?
That sounds great! Maybe we could fly together when you visit Hogwarts again.
You sound just like two of my cousins! They said the same thing, but I could not wrap my head around this perspective.
Oh Merlin! How many languages do you actually know?! You make my jaw drop with each of your letters, you know?
Cheers,
Ira
@Tracey Bailey
Snapshots and stories
January 7, 2025
Dear Ira,
Wow. That must be cool to have family going to two other schools and have some at your own school. As for myself, I don't have any family going to other schools. I do have friends at Hogwarts though and a friend that goes to Ilvermorny, but that's about it.
Ok, fine, i'll show you those two dances, only if you teach me that dance.
Wow, that's a lot, but I'm sure i'll be fine, or I might as well embarrass myself in front of you. But I'm sure it'll be ok.
Hmmmmmm, I might be familiar, but honestly, I haven't played instruments in a while, so feel free to teach me whatever you'd like! My favorite subject has to be either flying or defense against the dark arts.
I'll love that! I'll be sure to bring my broom. And hopefully I get a Firebolt by then. I'm saving up for it.
Wow, really? Well, at least some people agree with me! It's ok, I'm sure you'll understand our perspective one day.
I know three, Japanese, Spanish, and English. But I want to learn more languages. Why thank you! Your owls make my jaw drop too!
Sincerely,
Mateo@Ira Thornfield