Maggie,
Are you married?  What has happened?

Please write to me soon

All my worried love
Maddie

Magdalena Byrne

  

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May 11th, 1888
Maddie,
To put it simply, yes. I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It's just been..a bit chaotic. Mum is pretty upset and father hasn't spoken to me since they all but shoved me out of the house on my birthday. Rye..well he yelled. A lot. I'm so sorry if I've hurt you over this.

When is your next Hogseade weekend? Perhaps we can meet and I'll explain everything. And could you please break the news to Herb, as easily as possible?

With Love,
Maggie

  

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My Dear Maggie,
If you are happy that is all that matters, I am sure that in time Mother and Father will see that you are happy and come to accept it. I am sure that it is just the shock, although I cannot image the rumors that will follow this will be kind, I know that Witch Weekly has already published something about you and your new husband.

I am only upset that I did not get to be your bridesmaid, I dont think I shall ever forgive you for robbing me of the chance to see you wed. But I am sure that I will get over it when I see you happy.

I am out in a few weeks. I will send you a note in a few weeks when we get confirmation of the date, but I will definitely meet you. I should like to speak to you in person first but I shall eventually want to meet my new brother.

With all my love, your sister
Maddie

  

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May 16th, 1888
Maddie,
I heard.. I didn't read it though. We've had quite a bit to deal with. I'll be having a grand opening tomorrow so there's been a lot to do to get ready and.. Well I'm doing it by myself. I've hired one gentleman to help but he's not a baker. He helps to get the heavy loads handled but that's all he can do.

So.. I know you will be making a proper debut but how would you feel about working with me in your spare time? I know it could potentially cause more of a rift with the rest of the family but I could really use your help. Only if you're interested though. It would be fun to collaborate with you again like we did with the honey bee baklava's at the family shop.
With Love,
Maggie

  

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