Letters to home
Dear Mother and Father,
I'm sorry I haven't written earlier, but things have been very hectic here what with travel, and classes and activities. I don't presume to know what your reasons for sending me here were, but I thank you for doing so.
The classes here are fascinating. Even the Etiquette class. Which I know you remember was never my best subject. It took such a unique approach that I couldn't help but be interested. I do have to say however that I'm not sure about this destiny class you have signed me up for. That may be one subject we'll have to agree to disagree on. But I will give it my all, I promise you.
In addition to my regular classes I have joined a group of students learning magical self defense tactics. I hope you don't object. Also we recently took a trip to the Human capital of Washington DC. It was quite eye opening. I wore a hat to hide my ears. Just in case.
Recently we had what is known as a fire drill. It's a way of practicing what to do in case of fire. Considering my past experience with such things, I believe I handled it well.
My fellow students are more accepting of my race than I could have imagined. Though on my journey here I met with just the sort of reactions that you warned me about.
Well, I must go. More to learn, and some homework to get to. My love to you both.
The Foundling
Dear Wiseguy,
Hi. How are you? That sounds lame, but I have to open with the awkwardness our parting engenders. I miss you. I think I've been doing okay at moving on, the kids here are awesome. But still, I miss you.
First of all, I'm sure you'll be happy to know I'm back to my old self. I even got detention to so there. :P Secondly, let me tell you where I am right now. I am not in Bordertown. And I am not in Faery. Hell I'm not even certain I'm in the World. My parents in their infinite wisdom have sent me to a human school. I'm sure they were hoping that once I met humans in their natural habitat it would cure me of my fascination and affection for them. They have failed! Mwahahahaha!
They can't have known what this place was like. It's amazing! For one thing, pretty much no one here even blinked at my Elfishness. For another, there's Aliens here. I am not making this up. People from other planets. More on that later.
And everyone here is so hot! Boys and girls, it's paradise. You should come see. And what else? Oh yeah, there's these things here called Gremlins, that if they bite you? You think you're someone else. I swear I'm not making this up.
Okay so the other planets? I WENT TO ONE!! Elves in Spaaaaaaace! The planet wasn't all that impressive visually, bit desert. But I rode a giant worm. No, that's not a euphemism for really good tequila.
The school is a castle, I'm learning to drive, there's some cool shops and...you know what? Just come visit!! As your former leader of the Strange Pupae, may they rest in peace, I command it!
Okay, all kidding aside? I miss you. And Mooner. I think of you both, and the Pups like, all the time and it hurts. Please come visit or at least write back so I know every thing's alright between us.
Love,
Leda
Strange things happen here all the time it seems. Magic and technology both work, all the time, all over the place here. I know it sounds unnatural, but it's true.
Please don't think less of me, but I've been indulging in some human activities. When in Soho, do as the Soho Kids do right? They've assigned me a 'Big Brother' to help me adjust to the place, which was certainly kind, considering. He's a good hearted boy, and so much fun to tease.
My classmates are about as interesting as you'd expect from a place that I've described as strange. I may go into more detail in my next missive. They are, though I'm sure you won't believe it, charming, witty, and open minded.
I might go into more detail later, but I'm afraid I must dash. The island is being invaded by knights riding dalmatians. Ta!
Sincerely,
Shorty