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[lachlangalbraith]

I know it's not as exciting as unicorns or swarms of butterflies, but I saw some brilliant birds out in the woods during Outdoor Exploration yesterday, including three different warblers that were still on my list. I think I might go out again today with my camera and see if my luck holds up if anyone wants to come along. [...] Back in time for the Quidditch match, of course.

[...] (A hooded warbler, a black-throated blue warbler, and a hermit warbler for any curious ornithologists.)

[Jaime, Ennis, Phin & Addy]

I still can't believe you all got up there a Congratulations on your various bidding wars yesterday. That was quite a sight. We never did anything like that at Hogwarts. [...] Hopefully, I'll still get to see you all at the dance now that you're officially VIPs.

Are you all going to the match later?

[Hermeticism Students]

Hey lads and lasses. I finished grading the last batch of quizzes for Ms. Vector and I'll be handing them back this week. And there are a few things I wanted to mention.

First, if you aren't satisfied with your marks or if you don't think you've got a thorough understanding of the material, I'd encourage you to come see me so we can work on it or find a study partner. Having a good grasp on the fundamentals is going to be critical from here onward and everything's going to build on what we're doing now.

Second, try to make sure your work is clear. Being haphazard with the terminology or the symbology in this class is going to get you into trouble. Be precise and make sure everything is legible. There are a few of you that I'll want to touch base with this week to get clarification on your work. I won't do that after this week and I'm pretty sure Ms. Vector wouldn't do it at all.

Sorry if it seems like I'm getting on anyone's case. But I figured now is better than later when it comes to grades.

Comments

Hermeticism Students

[browbeats]

How bad is mine I swear to god I fucking understand it I just Everyone else who's good at this seems to just be a fucking whiz and I'm smart, I swear to fucking god I'm smart

[...]

[Lachlan]
I can't I'm not going to ask for help in front of o



I wouldn't mind reviewing some junior year material and how it pertains to our senior year work.

Just to get the whole picture.

Rosy

[lachlangalbraith]

[...] Everything all ri Sure. We can do that. It helps to get everything back into context again.

Do you have your materials from last year?

Rosy/Lachlan

[browbeats]

Of course I do. I have multiple drafts, even.

Rosy/Lachlan

[lachlangalbraith]

Great. Bring a copy along whenever you want and we can spend some time going over everything. Do the hours I set aside work for you?

[lupofiasco]

Wait, how many kinds of warblers are there?? And I cant totally come [...] I would definitely come with you, but I have some homework I should probably work on.

[JALE]
That was pretty crazy, right? But funny. Some of the sophomores seemed very into it. It was a little scary I will definitely be seeing you at the dance! Even if I am very fancy now.

Oh, yeah, I'm going to the match too - do you want to walk over together?

[lachlangalbraith]

In Utah or in general? [...] Oh. Sure. School first. What're you working on?

[JALE]

Definitely crazy. I'm glad you made it out in one piece. And that being very fancy hasn't gone to your head too much.

I'm not sure if I want to g Sure. We're going the same way anyway.

[lupofiasco]

Oh, I guess both? And History of Magic - I am behind on the reading. And the writing. Kind of all of it.

[JALE]
I was a little afraid for a bit! Was it funny to watch, at least? Also, I promise that I will not let it go to my head anymore than it already has.

Perfect! I like walking over with someone.

[lachlangalbraith]

There are thirty-two that spend any time around here. In general, [...] I'm not really sure. A lot. I'd have to look it up. I'll make a note to do that when we're back in the computer lab. [...] Probably good to spend the time, then, yeah. Good luck? Not that I think you'll need it.

[JALE]

[...] Am I an arse if I say 'a little'?

I won't even bore you with bird talk the whole way. I promise.

[sheepish]

Can I go? I need the steps... And birds are really cute??

[JALE]

The whole time I was trying not to vomit. I hope VIP is worth it? Eva is nice too so it won't be bad.

I'll definitely be at the match, though.

[lachlangalbraith]

That'd be brilliant! And a lot of them are, yeah. And even the ones that aren't are fascinating to watch.

[JALE]

You did great, mate. Just watching you all up there made me feel faint. Better than I would've. And I don't know her, really, but she seems nice enough. And like she'd have some interesting ideas about costumes. I'm sure you guys'll have a good time.

Jaime and I can meet you there, then?

JALE

[addytives]

You guys are all going so I SHOULD TOO.
Especialllyyy since I should like, go support MY Hallowdate as she cheers on all that like. Good old Ebonhide violence.

(OH AND HI PS I'm totally gonna sneak you better snacks if we get better snacks and save you SO many dances ♥ )

JALE

[lachlangalbraith]

The more the merrier, Addy! And everyone's always so focused on the match, I'm sure Nia will appreciate the attention.

(Don't risk you VIP status for me, Addy. But a place on your dance card sounds great. ♥)

[sheepish]

There are birds that aren't cute?

[JALE]

She's a Quidditch player! And in crafting club. Oh, and she was in Gryffindor! So really, really cool. Maybe I'll scrap my costume again and we can go with something Steampunk... It's better to match, right? I should probably ask her...

Yeah, I'll see you. Which team are we rooting for?

[lachlangalbraith]

Well. I've never found vultures especially cute.

[JALE]

Ask her before you scrap whatever you've been working on, though? Maybe what you've got now would be [...] complimentary? Anyway, I'm sure you'll figure it out.

I don't really have a horse in this race but it sounds like Addy's cheering for Ebonhide? I guess we could do the same?

JALE

[lupofiasco]

Yeah Ennis!! You did great.

JALE

[sheepish]

I wish I had Yancey do the talking for me instead...

You were great, though. Really cool. Very minimalist with your hat. The Marie Pattersons couldn't contain themselves.

JALE

[lupofiasco]

I think people like hearing honesty, though! Even when it is coming from a tall horned guy.

I put a lot of work into that hat, so I am glad it paid off. [...] The Marie Pattersons were very weird. I am glad they [...] she? did not win.

Hermeticism Students

[peanutbuttercup]

Sorry about my handwriting.

Hermeticism Students

[lachlangalbraith]

[...] Honestly, mate? Yours wasn't even the worst. Or maybe I'm just used to

Hermeticism Students

[peanutbuttercup]

Oh, no.

Hermeticism Students

[phin]

Not ashamed to say it's been bloody difficult lately. Could use review.

Hermeticism Students

[lachlangalbraith]

[...] No. There's no shame in having difficulties; we've all got to work at it. Do you mean 'lately' as in the last couple of weeks or just this semester? If you want to come by, mate, we can work on it.

Hermeticism Students

[phin]

Last week's material, mostly. Think I've gone over my notes four times just to feel halfway conversant for tomorrow.

[puphart]

HAVE YOU Have you already left?

[lachlangalbraith]

Not yet. Want to come along?