The result of my Sorting was strange, and I am neither proud nor ashamed of it. The Sorting Hat decided I ought to be placed in Sparklypoo. I do not feel this assessment matches my personality, but I have also noticed that other students have been placed in Houses which seem unlikely following the template which many have described (Ravenclaw: intellect-primary; Hufflepuff: loyalty-primary; &c.) Ultimately, I accept the Hat's decision as having no bearing on my self or my interests, and I intend not to be bound by it. I hope others will judge likewise.
By the prevailing definition, I appear to qualify as a witch. I am comfortable with this self-identification. However, I believe that innate talent is worth little unless developed carefully and assiduously. I do not expect to excel in magic without putting in a good deal of real work. It's for that reason I wrote to you, actually.
First, I understand that I will need a wand. The school has made funds available. It has also made available a selection of secondhand wands, free of charge, through the Professor of Ancient Runes. As a skilled wizard yourself, would you say the use of a secondhand wand is safe, or is finer calibration desirable?
Second, I have spoken with a like-minded student and we plan to undertake a study group, since the formal instruction at Hogwarts is irregular at the present time. It's my impression that things were not always this way. Any recommendations you may have for a beginning witch's curriculum would be much appreciated.
Thank you for sharing with me the names of some accomplished witches and wizards. I will be sure to contact them. Is it permissible to share with them that I have learned of them through your recommendation?
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Date: 2010-12-08 05:48 am (UTC)The result of my Sorting was strange, and I am neither proud nor ashamed of it. The Sorting Hat decided I ought to be placed in Sparklypoo. I do not feel this assessment matches my personality, but I have also noticed that other students have been placed in Houses which seem unlikely following the template which many have described (Ravenclaw: intellect-primary; Hufflepuff: loyalty-primary; &c.) Ultimately, I accept the Hat's decision as having no bearing on my self or my interests, and I intend not to be bound by it. I hope others will judge likewise.
By the prevailing definition, I appear to qualify as a witch. I am comfortable with this self-identification. However, I believe that innate talent is worth little unless developed carefully and assiduously. I do not expect to excel in magic without putting in a good deal of real work. It's for that reason I wrote to you, actually.
First, I understand that I will need a wand. The school has made funds available. It has also made available a selection of secondhand wands, free of charge, through the Professor of Ancient Runes. As a skilled wizard yourself, would you say the use of a secondhand wand is safe, or is finer calibration desirable?
Second, I have spoken with a like-minded student and we plan to undertake a study group, since the formal instruction at Hogwarts is irregular at the present time. It's my impression that things were not always this way. Any recommendations you may have for a beginning witch's curriculum would be much appreciated.
Thank you for sharing with me the names of some accomplished witches and wizards. I will be sure to contact them. Is it permissible to share with them that I have learned of them through your recommendation?
Regards,
Ariane Emory