June 14th, 1891

Dear Mr. Edison Moony,

Summer's only just begun and already I've a near-disastrous tale to share. (Is it possible for a single uneventful summer in Hogsmeade? There's always something I feel, you would think the ministry would be better prepared for the various disasters.)

Anyway, a few days ago Sloane invited me to visit with her family and as were walking through the park a hedge maze suddenly appeared around us! Her mother was only a few feet behind us but we were unable to find the path leading back to her for what felt like hours. I don't believe it was in fact hours, but it felt that way regardless. Were you there as well? Or Anne? I'd hate for either of you to have gotten injured in the maze.

As much as I loathe being so far from my friends in the summer, it is times like these where I'm relieved to reside in Ireland. The worst that happens at home is the vegetables not growing as they ought to. However, that is completely predictable and not at all news. My father is hopeful that this will be the year our luck turns, my mother, of course, knows better. She sometimes mentions following her family to America, and perhaps that would be where we find success. Perhaps there's still gold to find somewhere. Naturally, this will never come to pass as such a move would end not only my but Bridget and Callum's educations. The younger ones would be able to attend Ilvermony though...

Forgive me, I'm rambling. It's far easier to put my thoughts to paper than it is to discuss this with any of my siblings. Bridget becomes furious anytime this is mentioned (Father too).

How has your summer progressed so far? I know you must be nervous as you await your OWL scores, but you shouldn't be. I have faith that you did excellently, very few studied for it more than you. Have you picked up any odd jobs? It's so odd not to see you and the rest every day in the dorms. Has Miss Moony badgered you into brewing potions beyond her skillset yet? She was quite determined this past year, though hopefully she'll head my warnings about potenial catastrophes.

On that note, I'd like to extend an invitation for you (and her, if you'd like) to come visit the farm this summer. There's a pond nearby that my siblings all enjoy running off to, and it's a rather freeing place to be. Some of the fields extend to the horizon with limitless room to run (or fly). I hope to see you soon!

Your Friend,
Ms. Alice Dawson

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Dear Miss Alice Dawson,

I do agree that Hogsmeade has a way of keeping one on their toes. I am sorry to hear you both were trapped in the maze! I am relieved that it seems as if you made it out unscathed. You have indeed, yes? One of the neighborhood children wasn't as fortunate, but he lived to tell the tale, I suppose. Thankfully, Anne and I did not find ourselves trapped. Although, I'm sure Anne would have loved the adventure.

Sometimes, I wish I resided in Ireland, as well. I could be closer to you, for one. It sounds much more peaceful.

I do not think you to be rambling at all. I enjoy reading anything you have to say. While I do wish the best for your family, I do hope that doesn't include you leaving for America. Hogwarts wouldn't be the same without you.

My summer has been busy. I've been trying to keep occupied while awaiting my results, but I can't say it has been helpful. It will, however, allow for a fair bit of extra money to aid in purchasing school supplies for myself and Anne. She has yet to ask for my assistance, and I dread to think that she's been brewing on her own. The summer is still young, however, and I've no doubt she will find herself in some sort of trouble. While I don't doubt the sorting hat's choice to place her in Slytherin, I think she would have fit very well into Gryffindor.

What have you been occupying yourself with these days?

I gladly accept your invitation. Would sometime in early July be a sufficient time for a visit?

I hope to hear from you soon.

Yours,

Mr. Edison Moony

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June 17th, 1891

Dear Mr. Edison Moony,

Yes! Both Sloane and I survived unscathed, I'm sorry to have not clarified that in my previous letter. It took a decent amount of time, but we were out well before dark. Is the child alright? I heard of some gruesome injuries to have come from the maze.

Ireland is certainly peaceful, if not too peaceful at times. The days can drag on at times, especially when isolated from friends. My days are mostly consumed by tending to the farm and watching over the younger ones. My father has been venturing into London more often as of late and I am permitted to go with him when he does. Those days are an interesting and fun change of pace at least.

You may eventually have to become accustomed to Hogwarts without m America would be a significant change, one I hope we never have to confront. I would hope my Grandmother would take the three of us in should our education be in jeopardy. She is usually indulgent of us.

Anne is certainly a handful, and you may want to hide her cauldron if you wish to deter her from brewing independently. There isn't much that will stop her from investigating her interests, even when it risks her own safety at times. In that regard, I would eagerly agree with your assessment. However, there is most certainly a hidden ambition behind her brazen nature. A willingness to explore and succeed in life. She is a wonderful girl.

I'm sure she'll be appreciative of the money you've secured for her future. Anyone would be lucky to have a brother as thoughtful as you. What sort of jobs have you found? They're safe positions, right? I would hate for you to be endangering yourself for tuition. Your safety is the utmost priority always.

Early July would be excellent timing. Would Anne be accompanying you? I'm looking forward to the visit either way.

Your Friend,
Ms. Alice Dawson

  

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Dear Ms. Alice Dawson,

I am relieved to hear that both you and Sloane made it out unharmed.  The boy in question had to spend some time at Hogsmeade Hospital due to some odd injuries to his limbs.  The healers did their best, but it seems one of his legs may be permanently misshaped.  Thankfully, he is still able to walk, but not without difficulty. 

London.  That does sound like quite the adventure.  We've ventured there a few times.  Have you had the chance to visit the library?  While the one at Hogwarts is formidable, I would have to admit that Crowdy Memorial Library left me speechless the first time we set foot inside.

To be candid, I am not sure I could ever become accustomed to Hogwarts without you.  I would miss you terribly.  After all, a few of out friends might find themselves expelled without our intervention.  Can you imagine the the havoc Bixby and Gillenwater would reap?  I do hope your grandmother would intervene should that ever come to pass. 

It is true that Anne's ambitious nature far outweighs the hard-headed Gryffindor part of her. I think we shall expect great things. I am glad that she has found a friend in you, as you aren't likely to encourage her to take her experiments too far.

I have mostly found odd jobs--de-gnoming, gardening, taking notes for a gentleman, and such. I've also been assisting a local woman by fetching potions ingredient for her. Her and her husband run a shop that caters toward adventurers, and they offer an emergency kit with useful potions. She's been finding it difficult to walk to town, so I have been aiding her. She used to be a traveling healer; I think she would interest you.

I do not think Anne would allow me to leave her behind, so she shall be accompanying me. I will endeavor to try and not permit her to talk your ear off too much.

Your friend,

Mr. Edison Moony

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   Alice Dawson

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June 25th, 1891

Dear Mr. Edison Moony,

What a terrible tragedy! Has there been any news regarding how the maze suddenly came up like that? The family deserves some kind of justice, it's such a shame.

Unfortunately, I haven't been able to visit much in London outside of the shops on Diagon Alley. I hope to visit the library before summer's end, it all depends upon whether or not we can get back there. We shall have to see how the rest of the summer goes.

Edison, if Sisse or Meta makes prefect -

Our friends would surely learn to manage as would you. They would have to, we all have to grow up sometime. Sloane and Cameron's antics would have to come to an end at some point. I would most certainly ask my grandmother to intervene should it ever become necessary.

I will always be a friend to Anne. Not only due to our friendship but because she's a delightful young lady. I came to care for her greatly this past school year and shall strive to keep her more dangerous experiments at bay.

A travelling healer? I've never heard of such thing. Did she attend Hogwarts? What are her qualifications? Their shop is also a terribly interesting thought, would you pass along my info when you next see her? I would love to ask her these questions directly.

As always, I hope you're well and look forward to seeing you in two weeks!

Your Friend,
Ms. Alice Dawson

  

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Dear Ms. Alice Dawson,

I haven't heard the cause. Like most Hogsmeade tragedies, it seems to have be swept under the rug in favor of other, less important gossip. I agree, that family deserves recompense.

If you aren't able to make it to the library this summer, perhaps I can try and convince Mother to accompany us there over the holidays? She is often in London, after all since she works for the Ministry.

I'm not so sure I would learn to manage. It is not the growing up I fear, but the prospect that our friendships may dissolve as we all head off into adulthood. I do not wish for it to occur, but it is a distinct possibility. Whether you end up in the Americas or remain in Ireland, I will still endeavor to remain in contact, regardless of what happens. You are my dearest my closest friend.

Yes, a traveling healer. It seems she accompanied her husband off on his ventures and acted as his group's healer. His research partners tried to dissuade him, but he refused to embark on any trips unless she joined them. He didn't trust anyone else with his life, and, from what her husband has said, it sounds like it was a wise decision. Not that she would boast about such things. I have left her your information. She has promised to write within the month.

I am counting down the days until we see one another.

Your Friend Always,
Mr. Edison Moony

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   Alice Dawson

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July 1st, 1891

Dear Mr. Edison Moony,

That always seems to be the case, doesn't it? The poorest citizens suffer with nothing to show for it? Why is life so unfair?

Nevermind that. Are the streets of London decorated for the holidays the way Hogsmeade does? It would be worth a visit to the library just to see that. My family doesn't often get to town for the holidays. Either way, whenever we might arrange it I would be happy to visit with you.

Growing apart is a natural consequence of becoming adults, I fear. I, too, will always endeavor to remain in touch with you, but realize that my friendships with Sisse or Sloane might disintegrate over time. Relating to one another is easy right now that we're all attending school together, but once we graduate it'll be more difficult to find commonalities. I do so hope you and I will find them wherever we might end up.

Thank you for passing along my information. I am truly looking forward to discussing that path with her.

Only a few more days now. Have you told Anne of the visit yet?

Your Friend,
Ms. Alice Dawson

  

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Dear Ms. Alice Dawson,

Unfortunately, it does. It's disheartening how the poorest can scarcely receive the proper medical attention, not to mention compensation for someone else's idiocy. I believe, if that child was seen to in a timely manner, perhaps they wouldn't have been as worse off.

I do believe they are. We haven't been to London around the holidays in some time, not since before my father was still living with us. What I remember was wonderful. Regardless of library trips, perhaps we can plan a visit around the holidays either way, whether to London or Hogsmeade.

Yes, it grieves me to think that the time of drifting apart is quickly approaching. I do not think Cameron or I will correspond much after graduating next year. Nor do I think Sisse's mother will allow her to continue to write once she debuts. Calla may be allowed, however.

I have told Anne, and she is beyond ecstatic. If I arrive looking haggard, it is likely her excitement kept me awake the entire night prior. I am certain she has much to tell you.

See you soon,

Mr. Edison Moony

  

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July 6th, 1891

Dear Mr. Edison Moony,

First and foremost, I fear I must apologize for how rowdy my brothers were yesterday. It isn't often we visit at home with school friends, so they are horribly inexperienced with how to behave. Did Anne enjoy herself? It was a relief great to see you both.

In continuing of our last letter, I understand your fears of drifting apart from Cameron. I will say though that after nearly a year of his and my friendship changing the sting of it has mostly lessened. Obviously, no two friendships are the same and this might not be true for you as well. All I mean to say is there is hope for recovery and the future. Even if the said future features less familiar faces.

I'm thrilled to say my mother has already agreed to our holiday trip, as well. Despite my brothers' recklessness, she was quite impressed with how well you handled them. My father even agreed with the school's decision to name you prefect last year. They were really quite impressed.

Your Friend,
Ms. Alice Dawson

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   Edison Moony

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Dear Ms. Alice Dawson,

Thank you again for inviting Anne and I to visit you and please pass my gratitude on to your parents. I had a lovely time. Ireland is very peaceful, and it was wonderful to enjoy your company once again. You do not need to apologize for your brothers. Despite their roughhousing, they're truly good lads. Besides, Anne was just as rowdy, and I'm fairly certain she won't cease chattering about our visit even when Hogwarts begins.

As long as you remain as a familiar face into the future, I'm sure I will be able to cope with the changes to come. Even if we do drift apart from the others, I do hope their lives are happy and successful. Although, who knows what the future will bring; we may continue to cross paths.

I am relieved pleased your mother has agreed to a holiday trip, and they have judged my character to be responsible. I wouldn't wish for them to think that I would allow anything dangerous to happen to you.

It feels like an eternity until the school year begins, and I see you again.

I hope your summer continues to be pleasant.

Your Friend,
Mr. Edison Moony

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   Alice Dawson

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July 11th, 1891

Dear Mr. Edison Moony,

Thank you for being so understanding. The boys were thrilled to not be so horribly outnumbered for once - at least in terms of age. They tend to think I 'mother' them too much, but what else is an eldest daughter to do? Anne was a delight as always. I enjoyed hearing of her summer experiments and relieved to know she hasn't yet burnt your home to the ground. And you, of course. I mostly enjoyed being near you once more.

Whatever happens this year and beyond, you and I shall always remain friends. I promise.

They thought you a most responsible and respectable young man. Not that they would have reason to suspecf anything else, you are a person of great sense and humility. Kind, generous, the works. I daresay you haven't a flaw to your name, Edison.

Only one and a half months until school starts. Have you given any thought to what classes you hope to keep?

Yours,
Ms. Alice Dawson

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   Edison Moony

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Dear Ms. Alice Dawson,

Anne has a similar complaint that I act much too like a father. The woes of being an older sibling, I suppose. Although, you have many more to look after than I do. I'm sure this is why you are the most adept at convincing our friends to come to their senses.

I too promise to remain yours friends, no matter what occurs.

I assure you, I have many flaws. However, I think it is you who is flawless, Alice. Your kindness simply radiates from you, yet you know when to employ a stern demeanor toward those who need it. Your attention to detail just about rivals your compassion for things rarely seen by others. I think this is what will truly set you apart from other women healers.

I am anxiously awaiting my OWL results, but I only plan on dropping two classes--Ancient Runes and Astronomy. Despite the fact we will no longer attend the same classes, I do hope we may remain study partners?

Do you have any plans for the coming school year?

Your Friend,
Mr. Edison Moony

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   Alice Dawson

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July 15th, 1891

Dear Mr. Edison Moony,

Not always, I fear. There were several instances this last school year where I didn't act in the best interests of our friends. I suppose that in itself is a noticable flaw.

I have lied to you, too. Another devastating flaw.

See, no one is flawless. We're all biased by our close connections. What would you say one of your flaws are if you have many?

I could think of no one else I would hope to have as a study partner, and I will most certainly still require your assistance in Defense if you are available. Should I make prefect, I will have to drop some of my tutoring hours. But outside of that my main focus are passing my OWLs this upcoming spring. Will you miss either class? Adjusting your course load for the training program is a wise decision, but you shouldn't forget to enjoy your lessons too.

Yours,
Ms. Alice Dawson

  

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Dear Ms. Alice Dawson,

I do not recall you not acting in the best interests of our friends. Even so, sometimes one needs to act in their own interests, even if just for sanity sake. Which I know is easier said than done.

As for my own flaws, I suppose the most glaring is that I omit certain details of the truth when speaking to our friends, so peace can be kept. Even though, they deserve the full truth.

I will, of course, be available to assist you in Defense. Would you still be available to help me not murder plants with the more hands-on aspects of Herbology?

I have no doubt you would be the perfect choice for prefect. Even if they decide on someone else, I'm sure younger students will still prefer coming to you for guidance. I hope it shall be you.

I shall miss Astronomy, but I will enjoy not having to remain awake half the night. Both are subjects that I could still read up on, so that's a relief, at least. Which classes would you plan on dropping?

This summer has felt longer than most, and it's yet August. I hope your July continues to be pleasant.

Your Friend,
Mr. Edison Moony

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   Alice Dawson

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July 21st, 1891

Dear Mr. Edison Moony,

Sometimes omitting details is a necessary fact of life, especially if the full truth would only harm a friend. I wouldn't say that's a flaw. If anything, it's a kindness to spare someone further hurt and frustration. Sometimes, I've found, finding out details belatedly makes a situation easier to move beyond. It's such a morally grey area, though, so I can understand how it might eat at you.

Of course. Although I will admit it might be in your best interests to seek Calla's help rather than my own. Naturally, she has a far deeper understanding of the subject that I. But, should she be unable to assist of course I'll help you. I will always help you.

I'm unsure of which classes I would drop. The obvious decision would be to drop Defense, since achieving a high score on my OWLs in that subject might be impossible. But, there's a part of me that refuses to give in so easily. It would also give me less reason to spend time with you. Arthimancy would be my second choice, as would Magical Creatures. I don't plan to go into creature related incidents for healing, so that would be a rather useless class to continue on with. Truthfully, I only took it because so many of our friends had made the same decision.

This summer is certainly moving at a snail's pace. I think it's due in part to the lack of rain here. Everything feels so stale and stagnant. We've been visiting the pond daily to help stay cool in this heat. Father says it's not likely to be a good year for the crops again.

I hope August moves a bit faster for us both. I miss you.

Yours,
Ms. Alice Dawson

  

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Dear Ms. Alice Dawson,

This is true; it's always the morally gray areas that seem to be the most troublesome.

Yes, Calla is rather knowledgeable, but your voice helps me remember you explain things much more concisely than she.

I am confident you could score high on your Defense OWLs. I will have less classes, so we can have more opportunities to practice. It would be a great subject to know when it comes to healing, so you know how certain spells affect a person's body. I do agree, Arithmancy and Magical Creatures don't sound the most advantageous for your chosen career path. After OWLs, will you seek to spend more time assisting in the infirmary?

I wish for more rain to make its way to you. The weather is similar here. The roads, particularly in the poorest sections of Hogsmeade, have turned into small dust clouds.

I wish you resided closer. It's always enjoyable to hear from you.

Your Friend,
Mr. Edison Moony

  

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