R and S BLENDED INTO ONE ...

Hi All,

I am so glad that we have such wonderful support for a friend Alex... Thanks for your wonderful comments from yesterday's post.

Stephanie had the correct answer, yes, my "Q" was for Quasar. They are truly astonishing phenomenons. Isn't this photo awesome? (photo courtesy of NASA)

I you must have guessed, I did fall behind a bit. I posted both "R" and "S" today so that you have two full days to enjoy them, which I hope you do.

My first piece holds a major place in my heart. This other phenomenon is a literary one and I dedicate this FF piece to all of us who are obsessed with this series.

I was murdered by an admirer centuries ago, I still haunt the very place that was most unhappy to me. 

He, also haunts the castle, but wears a badge of shame for his savage crime. But I am not far from guilt. I am a thief.

Alas, I am ahead of myself and should start my weary tale from the beginning.

Born in an age where my kind had been most feared, two men and two woman dared to create an institute of learning. 

Each searched the lands for children with special gifts. Each taught their knowledge to continue the traditions of our noble craft.

Jealous and naive, I truly hadn’t understood the miracle and committed the most heinous crime. Before I could change my ways, I ceased to exist in human form. Now I walk the halls, watching and know for all of eternity.

Perhaps one day I may forgive myself. Perhaps one day, I will be known by my true identity and not the Grey Lady.  

I was also murdered on the grounds of this castle, quite unexpectedly I assure you. Most perceived me as crass, arrogant, downright nasty, but I didn’t care. From the time I was a child I loved only one. Hers was the only opinion I honestly cared about. Her love or respect I could not keep. So I unselfishly watched over her son. 

Yes, I hear the snickers. You dare judge me. I did what I had to do. The end result is clear. Well it should be, IF YOU PAID ATTENTION!

I just realized that although I was sorted into Slytherin House, I share the same initials of our founding father. Hmmm. SS. What were my patents thinking? Well, my mother anyway. My father was a beast and muggle.

At least now you ALL know the truth about me. Like I care really. But it is somewhat satisfying to be heavily featured in one of literature’s most beloved series. If you haven’t read it yet, then I SUGGEST YOU DO! I will be watching.

SS

Well HP fans I home you enjoyed a slice of Hogwarts and my twist on it. Have a great weekend everyone!