PRIVATE! Owl to: Amelia Bones, Ministry of Magic, London
Dearest Auntie,
I know it has been a while since I last wrote to you and I do hope you are doing alright. I hope that cold you had over holiday is long gone by now and that you are finding sometime for yourself.
You may have already seen the latest edition of The Quibbler. Yes, I know you don't care much for that magazine but, surely, you must have seen the headline? Auntie, I know I've only mentioned it once to you, but do you remember when I asked you about your Patronus and I told you how I was trying to master the charm myself? You said I may be too young to produce a true corporeal form, but this is something I need to do.
I was wondering if you could send me some of the photo albums you have, you know, the ones with the pictures of my parents? I am hoping they will help me with finding a happy memory. Especially now with the news of these dementors, I would feel safer knowing that I could confidently repel them. I am sure you wouldn't feel so worried about me if I knew how to do it, as well.
I know your job must be really hectic right about now but I hope you are taking care to spend some quiet time alone. I miss talking to you face to face like we used to, but letters will have to do until next holiday.
Hugs and Kisses,
Susan