March 25th, 1890

Mother,
I'm not quite convinced that you do count the days. You could have at least visited me. It must not hurt as much as you say.

I am one of the tallest in my year. It's very helpful on the quidditch pitch to possess long limbs in order to prevent the other team from scoring. Not that you care.

Becoming an animagus is very difficult and requires years of studying, but I think I'm up to the task. I am curious as to which animal form I shall take, but nobody truly knows until they're successful.

Is being a harlot considered the arts? I can't say that I know much on the subject of art. What sort of artistic pursuits are you involved in? Aside from the obvious. I've seen a photograph. A girl from school found one in a shop, hidden in a jacket pocket.

What is London like? When father and I have gone, we haven't strayed from Diagon Alley.

Thomas

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By the awesome MJ <3