That was an unpleasant week. It wasn’t outright rain so much as an unrelenting drizzle at least half the day - entirely cheerless. I actually enjoyed the bits that weren’t pepetual whinging, but we had fewer and fewer of those as things went on.
Diane - I’ve told Andie myself, but wanted to tell you too (and do show this to Chiron): Andie is growing into herself in a lovely way. She’s done more than her bit to help ease some tensions within that class (that spate of bullying continues) without either joining those being nasty, or becoming a target herself. It’s been a delight to watch, truly, and you should both be very proud of her.
She’s also showing quite the knack for Charms work, a very precise touch. And I know you feel a focus on Defence isn’t as important for young witches, but please, can you trust me? She’ll be better off if she has the skills and confidence to handle herself if she ever has to. If you don’t want to look at tutoring, at least let’s figure out a cohesive set of materials she can practice over the summer. (And you know I’m glad to help her as time allows.) Do talk it over with Chiron, and we can talk more this week. And I’ll bring a few things to look at.
Mum - I think Thursday probably works best. Still no idea if we’re getting Raz as well, and might not till the day of. Sorry about that. But I’ll plan to come for lunch, and we can do the early jams in the afternoon if you can manage the afternoon off like you thought. I’d like a bit of honest cooking to look forward to rather than shifting parchments. And I do have a few ideas for Dad’s birthday. It’ll be good to see you all.
Right. Everyone's finally gone, and I'm off too. See you all Thursday.
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Date: 2012-07-09 07:15 pm (UTC)Diane - I’ve told Andie myself, but wanted to tell you too (and do show this to Chiron): Andie is growing into herself in a lovely way. She’s done more than her bit to help ease some tensions within that class (that spate of bullying continues) without either joining those being nasty, or becoming a target herself. It’s been a delight to watch, truly, and you should both be very proud of her.
She’s also showing quite the knack for Charms work, a very precise touch. And I know you feel a focus on Defence isn’t as important for young witches, but please, can you trust me? She’ll be better off if she has the skills and confidence to handle herself if she ever has to. If you don’t want to look at tutoring, at least let’s figure out a cohesive set of materials she can practice over the summer. (And you know I’m glad to help her as time allows.) Do talk it over with Chiron, and we can talk more this week. And I’ll bring a few things to look at.
Mum - I think Thursday probably works best. Still no idea if we’re getting Raz as well, and might not till the day of. Sorry about that. But I’ll plan to come for lunch, and we can do the early jams in the afternoon if you can manage the afternoon off like you thought. I’d like a bit of honest cooking to look forward to rather than shifting parchments. And I do have a few ideas for Dad’s birthday. It’ll be good to see you all.
Right. Everyone's finally gone, and I'm off too. See you all Thursday.