January 1995
Filius Flitwick to Rubeus Hagrid
My dearest friend and colleague,
I wish you the happiest of new years!
I wanted to take this opportunity to remind you that your true friends are those who know your fears and weaknesses and are still willing to stay by your side. You have been such a friend to me, Rubeus and to many of us here at Hogwarts. Just a gentle reminder, that all of Hogwarts is behind you. Rita Skeeter's article on your giantism has not changed a single way any of us feel about you. It takes all kinds to make the world. But you've got to take the good with the bad and keep your chin up high.
Take care my big friend,
-Filius
February 1995
Hermione Granger to Ron Weasley
Ron come on! I already told you how important it is that Harry figures this clue out. It's time you two both stop acting like arrogant prats and actually let Harry work on the clue. I don't want to be harsh but everyone else is ahead! Do you want your best friend to look like an idiot in front of not one but three international magical schools? I'm sick to death of nagging both of you about this. Please for once will you act the grown up and tell Harry to get a move on. I spoke to viktor yesterday and he claims he already knows what the second task will be. And before you ask no I'm not going to wheedle information out of krum for Harry's benefit. I'm not getting involved in dirty play but Harry really needs to get his game on the road.
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March 1995
Sirius Black to Remus Lupin
Hey Mooney, how's it going with my favorite man? You know what date is coming up? Yup, in just a few short days, had he not decided to dessert us, Prongsie boy would have been celebrating his 35th birthday! Merlin...we sure are getting old, eh?
Wouldn't it be nice if you and I shared a few drinks and ordered some food and just had a relaxed evening to commemorate our friend's day? You could fill me in on more things and we could talk about the good old Hogwarts days. As of course should our evening begin to get depressing, which it no doubt will, given the circumstances, I have plenty of booze in the cellar. Aristocratic ancestors and all so it's all good liquor. Join me, Mooney, it would be good to have some company.
-Padfoot
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April 1995
Minerva McGonagall to Pomona Sprout
Pomona! I'm getting so irritated with this tries are tournament. All my students are hyper and even my best students are so excited that their transfigurations are going haywire. Only yesterday Maggie turned her cup into a shrimp! It was only meant to turn a pink colour...what am I to do? Do send me some more magical thyme, it's not even for the students. It's for me! Also I had forgotten how nervous moody makes me. He's so paranoid. About absolutely everything. He thinks peeves has been spying on him in his sleep. I think this school is going mental and along with it so am I. Anyway, I won't bother you more...remember the thyme.
-Minerva
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May 1995
Nicholas Flamel to the Fat Friar
You probably think I'm going to be a typical Gryffindor ghost and place bet on my own house boy. But I do feel it necessary to remind you, dear friar that I was once a knight and by definition a noble and fair man. I shall not let bias get in the way of this Bering procedure. This is why I believe that the more experiences, better prepared and more deserving Cedric Diggory will win the tournament. I still like Harry potter more though...
-sir Nicholas
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June 1995
Albus Dumbledore to Severus Snape
The time has come Severus when your full potential will finally be put to use. I have spoken to minister fudge and it seems that as of now he is still quite adamant that there are no signs nor sights of death eaters or indeed their leader. I had hoped that in light of recent events with Mr. Potter and the late Mr. Diggory, the minister would at least be prepared to take caution and inform the ministry. He has unfortunately chosen to turn a blind eye on recent events. This leaves me no choice but to take matters into my own hands. You are of course aware that during the first war I had created an anti Voldemort club Called the order of the Phoenix. It is time, I think that I reform this order. You remember your promise Severus. You will do everything in your power to protect Lily's son. It is with this reminder and faith that you will be a successful participant, that I formally invite you to join the order of the Phoenix. Until he is defeated, our stance will remain unchanged. I require you to acknowledge this and accept this offer officially in writing.
-Albus
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July 1995
Nymphadora Tonks to Alastor Moody
Alastor I'll get straight to the point. You've been avoiding contact with me. For two weeks you've conveniently not been in every time I floo call. Senior auror or not, I am this close to actually filing a hospital report on you so that you're forced to talk to us. You must have got the order invitation from Albus. Please don't decline. What happened last year with that death water was an unfortunate bout of luck. It wasn't down to carelessness on your part. Please join us. We need a mastermind amongst us if we are to have even a slight change of defeating you-know-who.
-Tonks
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August 1995
Arabella Figg to Albus Dumbledore
I may be a squib Albus but I'm not blind! I saw your rescue squad coming to take Harry. Gave me a right scare they did. They had the disillusionment charm on but I've always been able to sense the magical aura that surround powerful magical beings. You could have told me the plan...I'm always willing to help where Harry is concerned. I saw my idiotic neighbor leave earlier as well- that was part of the plan I assume?
Well anyway I wasn't writing to complain to you but actually to offer you a witness. He performed the patrons in defense. He had to, the dementia would have given both Harry and his cousin the kiss otherwise. They can't persecute for self-defense! I will come to his trial and give an eye witness account.
Let me know the dates and times.
-Arabella
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September 1995
Severus Snape to Petunia Dursley
I don't doubt that you are startled to receive a letter from me. It has certainly been many years since we were in contact. I teach your nephew at the school. Is an exact replica of his father in both attitude and looks. What misfortune. At least he has her eyes. But I'm not writing to you put of sheer nostalgia. Please read what I'm about to write carefully. Your sister sacrificed her life in the hands of the dark lord and that night the dark lord was thought to have been vanquished. Just last year your nephew faced him again. He is very much alive, gaining power as I write and his thirst for revenge has only increased. Our world is at the cusp of another war and no one, and especially not your family, will be safe. Take care petunia, be wary, be cautious and remember what all you lost that Halloween night. Let that be a reminder of what you're fighting against.
-Severus
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October 1995
Charlie Weasley to Ron Weasley
Hey Ron! Prefect huh? Well well well! I bet mum threw a party. Who is the other Gryffindor prefect? You'll be spending a lot of time with her so let's hope she's either hot or a good friend. Haha...
Seriously mate, a bloody good job! I know that half the world expected Harry to get it, but you'll be an absolutely brilliant prefect. Don't let the others tell you otherwise.
Take care bro, I'll see you soon
-Charlie
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November 1995
Draco Malfoy to Narcissa Malfoy
Dear mother, I hope you are doing well and that this letter finds you in good health. How is father? Has he been to more meetings? What are the plans? Can I be of any help?
Fifth year is rather boring at the moment. All they talk about are the exams. As if I don't already know that they are important. Snape is Sour as ever and our new defense teacher is as sickening as Pansy's voice. She loves us slytherins and seems to have harbored hate for potter and his side kick friend. Everyone else seems pretty lax about it but I'm very focused. I will show father that no mud blood witch can out preform a pure blood in the OWLS. I suppose I better get back to my essays then.
Take care mother.
-Draco
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December 1995
Sirius Black to Frank Longbottom
A very merry Christmas old friend! It doesn't feel the same at all. You probably don't but I remember when you and Alice came to the potter's annual Christmas ball and announced to all of us that you're married! It's one of my favorite Christmases ever you know. For many reasons but especially because it was such a strange year. We had all graduated from Hogwarts and were all a bit desolate lost and lonely. To end the year with a spiffing news like yours was brilliant.
Not much can be Said about this Christmas but I suppose it does come into my top few. For one, I'm not in a prison cell.
For obvious reasons frank my man, I can't send you this letter but you're in my thoughts. Always. Take care,
-Sirius
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AN: Your thoughts on this would be appreciated!