Another week gone

[alt_sinistra]

Another week, and I don't know where it went - observations focused on the moon, the early part of the week, since the full moon does tend to obscure other items in the sky somewhat. The eclipse, of course, was not visible here, but we did talk briefly in several classes about why that is. We should have a nice view in August, but of course, that is not much help for class discussion, really.

I've seen discussion elsewhere on these journals about staff rooms. As students know (at least I hope they do!) I have an office in the astronomy tower. Most convenient when waiting for bad weather or clouds to clear, or when it's chilly. My desk, files, and the box of warm hats and gloves live there, but it's hardly where I want to spend all my time.

One of the things I do appreciate about Hogwarts - and did even as a student - is the space. Growing up with siblings, I was used to not having much privacy, and living with several other students was not particularly difficult. Since coming back to work, though, I've gotten to enjoy the luxury of having a door between me and the rest of the world. It's nice to have a space to retreat to and think, write, or read.

Comments

[alt_susan]

I feel just the same way about Hogwarts, Professor. I mean, about having space to read and write and that sort of thing.

[alt_sinistra]

I'm glad to find a kindred spirit, Miss Bones. I was often finding little spaces around the castle outside my house (during daylight, of course - I wouldn't be out after we were supposed to be in bed) where I could have a little time for myself. Fortunately, there's rather a lot of Hogwarts available for that.

[alt_susan]

Were you the eldest in your family, Professor? (I hope that's not impertinent to ask.)

[alt_sinistra]

Well, it'd be easy for you to find out if you looked at some of the books in the library. I'm the fourth of seven. You can probably see why space to myself was lovely, as I'd grown up sharing a room with my older sister.

The last of us (my youngest brother) finished Hogwarts the spring before I started teaching here, thankfully - otherwise, I'd have felt quite awkward!

[alt_susan]

I suppose I could have looked at the annuals, but it would seem a little like spying.

I thought I had a large family--I'm the eldest and I have 2 brothers and a sister--but seven is really big! I share a room with my sister Carrie when I'm home.

I'm a teacher's daughter, so I know a little bit about that sort of awkward.

[alt_mcgonagall]

The space - quite, Professor Sinistra.

[alt_sinistra]

I am glad it wasn't just me, Minerva. There really was nothing like that first day I moved in as a teacher, and closing the door behind me.