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[alt_poppy]

This morning began with several crises, but I believe we may have turned a corner now. At least, I am willing to express the hope.

Alice, the time has come to consider transport to Saltash for certain of our guests. That means we'll require several escorts who are able to enter there and who are familiar with the community.

Remus, I trust the way has been paved for this transfer?

Comments

[alt_draco]

(Draco wants to know if you're referring to his father, and also wants to know when he can see him.)

[alt_poppy]

Why on earth are you reading from the journals to him?

Visiting hours are over for now.

[alt_draco]

(Because he asked me to? That was rather the whole point of him giving me his journal. I wouldn't have read this post to him if I knew it was about his father, but he could tell that it was.

Fine. But he's getting really restless. So have fun with that.)

[alt_alice]

Yes, of course. Lee, Wayne, and Colin would be very familiar. Frank can handle on site security, and anyone else who can help would be welcome to. If Colin can be spared, that is. Mrs Morgansen has been rather insistent as to her need for a transcriber. Speaking of, Susan, might you be able to pick up a dictaquill?

[alt_ginny]

I could come. I could do it.

[alt_alice]

Have you been there yet, Ginny? The apparation site is tricky. If you can get someone to take you there, and after you've seen it, can demonstrate a successful side-along to the site at least twice, then yes, you can give us a hand.

[alt_lee]

I can get free tomorrow afternoon, or Friday after three, Mrs L. Glad to help.

[alt_pansy]

I think I might have to bow out, Mrs L. Every free moment is spoken for until I head back.

[alt_alice]

Understandable.

Hitty has been so enormously thoughtful in her regular deliveries of food to the safe house. And bless her, she started bringing softer food after some had trouble chewing the first round of sandwiches. Please give her my thanks.

Private Message to Mr Boot

[alt_poppy]

As I'm sure you saw, Mr Weasley contacted me last night, expressing concern for you. If there is any way I can be of help--either by seeing you here or lending a metaphorical ear via the journals--I'd be most pleased. I'm afraid I'm not able to get to Sherwood myself today.

That said, I've had a letter from the new senior Healer at Sherwood. Healer Richards has asked if I might come and consult. I've been thinking I might be able to get there for a visit on Friday morning or Saturday if I could persuade Miss Perks to come with me for the tour. I should like her to see Sherwood's Healing facilities before she returns to school.

If it would be convenient, perhaps you could meet me for lunch after Miss Perks has left? I'd enjoy a tour of your Company if that's permitted, and I would very much like to see you for myself.

Re: Private Message to Mr Boot

[alt_terry]

I would like that. I would like to talk.

Thank you, Madam Pomfrey.

Re: Private Message to Mr Boot

[alt_poppy]

I've just sent Healer Richards an owl confirming our appointment for Friday morning.

I look forward to seeing you then.

Do you have plans for tonight? Do the people at Sherwood observe the turn of the year in any particular fashion? I hope you will make the effort to be in company with people, even if you feel unable to join in festivity and frivolities.

And, Mr Boot, I sent enough of the Easing potion for the next several nights, so you needn't hesitate to ask Healer Clark if you feel it would help again tonight.

Re: Private Message to Mr Boot

[alt_terry]

I've been journaling back and forth with Fred and, well, I promise I'll try to seek out people. Even if it's hard.

New year means new beginnings. I'm probably not the only person hoping for that.

Re: Private Message to Mr Boot

[alt_terry]

And I also promise to take the potion. That's another promise I made to Fred.

Private message to Alice and Poppy

[alt_severus]

I will volunteer to supervise Lucius; he will not be happy to see me, but I am much more likely to be able to handle his outbursts with equanimity.

Re: Private message to Alice and Poppy

[alt_alice]

Thank you.