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.