'Remember remember the 5th of November...'

[thinktanktonks]

I've been feeling ruddy horrible for the past week, I only had a cold but I didn't half feel rough. It doesn't help either when the windows at the Ministry are all charmed to look like there's a lovely Autumn day outside and when you actually get to leave it's wet and humid and there are leaves sticking to everything; my boots especially

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[billthedefender]

Well, well, well, it's my favourite Auror.

-B. Weasley.

[thinktanktonks]

You know I'd love to say you're my favourite Weasley and as much as I think I could kick your brothers arse in a duel I do value my life too much.

How's life treating you anyway, Billy boy? It feels like forever since I've seen you or Fleur.

[billthedefender]

It's okay, I secretly know I'm the favourite.

Same old, Tonks, same old. How's the Ministry life?

[thinktanktonks]

Well, shh then! Keep it between you and I; I suspect I'm already being scolded for saying anything at all. As if I'd lie to any of you guys!

It's as always. You know, I'd always wanted to be an Auror to avoid the daily grind, the repetition and everyday things seem to get that way more and more.

I actualy need to pop into Gringotts next week, what with all these birthdays coming up. Will you be around or are they still taking to chaining you guys up in the back?

Private to Tonks

[charlie_weasel]

YOU!

[thinktanktonks]

Me!

What did I do this time?

Private to Tonks

[charlie_weasel]

Don't make me repeat it.

Private to Charlie

[thinktanktonks]

Oy, don't be lazy.

Tell me. I've no idea what you're talking about.

Private to Tonks

[bluemoon_loon]

I'd regard any drink with the letters "m" and "s" adjacent in the name highly suspect. That aside, at least you're feeling better now. How are you, otherwise?

And a splendid idea, getting together next year. They shot off a few fireworks in Ottery St. Catchpole, Dad and I watched from the house. It seemed like they were having fun.

~Luna

Private to Luna

[thinktanktonks]

I'm alright, you know, as usual. I was never an Autumn person though, Luna. Roll on Winter is what I say, all that snow and I'll be as right as rain, ready and raring to go! Autumn and Spring always just seemed... I don't know, as if the world can't be bothered to put it's all in or something!

It's a deal then, next year we'll do the lot, toffee apples covered in sprinkles and all.

Private to Tonks

[sightlesswolf]

You're alive! Sorry to hear you were sick, but glad you recovered in time for sparklers - and who says there's such a thing as too old for sparklers?

I'm sure the Ministry's running you into the ground, but if you've got some time ever, what about dinner? Or lunch? There's so much to talk about - I feel like I haven't seen you in a year!

Cheers!
June

Private to June

[thinktanktonks]

Course I'm alive, that and kicking as always, even when I was stuffed up. It wasn't a pretty sight though so I deem my temporary withdrawal from society quite necessary, for the sanity of those I love and adore if anything.

You'd be surprised. I won't tell you what my dad called me.

Lunch! Yes, lunch would be perfect. When are you free, June and I'll wiggle you in? I've always got time for you!

Private to Tonks

[sightlesswolf]

Er... you do remember who you're talking to, here? You don't need to look pretty for me, you know. I always just assume you're lovely.

Oh, but now you've got me curious!

Well, if it's lunch, you could drop 'round Hogwarts any weekday and find me. And I don't generally do much on weekends, so you could come by Spinner's End then, or I could meet you - honestly, Tonks, you should know I've no life at all. Barring the usual lunar obligations, which unfortunately means this weekend is out.

What say you to Monday or Tuesday? That's if you think you can get your jailors- that is to say, employers- to let you out for a full lunch hour?

~ June

Private to June

[thinktanktonks]

I know, I know. It wasn't just the horrific troll like appearance though, June. I'd never forgive myself if everybody else caught it afterwards. You've got it bob on the head there though, I am lovely, always! Ask Charlie... actualy on second thoughts don't. He's not going to say that!

Monday it is then and don't you worry. I'll work my charms on the guys in the office. I've got something I need to ask you anyway!

Private to Nymphadora

[subtle_simmer]

Nymphadora,

I am shocked to hear you have put your life at risk with Muggle remedies! Particularly when you have been most accommodating to the Registry needs of one of the best - if not the best Potions Masters in Britain.

I would consider providing you with medicinal potions as a reasonable expectation in light of your attendance upon my household and Draco's requisite checks. Of course, the flavour might not have been any more to your liking then the Muggle swill, but at least you would be certain of the efficacy and no risk of permanent liver-damage from the toxins which Muggles call 'medicine'.

They feed acetaminophen to their infants for teething pain! In fact, it was probably present in the rubbish your well-meaning father gave you. One of the most highly liver-toxic substances known to man... it's remarkable they haven't self-exterminated long before now

Private to Severus Snape

[thinktanktonks]

Oh Merlin, how many times... !

I hardly think I've put my life at risk but thank you for your concern, Professor. It was really just a cold and what I've done for you in the past is nothing, really, it's my job afterall.

Acetamino- never mind. I'm sure the drink dad was giving me was the least of my worries, at least as far as my liver is concerned but I'll bear that in mind next time I'm feeling under the weather and you'll be the first person I see before turning to use any of his muggle medicines in the future. I should have thoughts. How silly of me!

...and I'm sure there are far worse things mentioned in these journals that might spark the imagination of those two, Professor. I'm fairly sure Weasley Wizard Wheezes stock something like fireworks at any rate and I'd hardly call them that, I hear they're doing fairly well with that shop of theirs.

Private to Nymphadora

[subtle_simmer]

It may be 'your' job, but had you not taken us on, another Auror would have done, and would have been exceedingly uncomfortable for Remus and the others. You did not have to specifically request to tend to the Registry requirements of my household - at the very least, you certainly did not have to include myself in that attention.

Regardless of your opinions of me, I am a man of honour, and I repay my debts. It was, as you say, your 'job', but you did go to some inconvenience to increase the comfort of those in my charge. I would not begrudge you any potions you might need, within reason, in deference to the debt.

Alas, I fear you are correct regarding the dreaded duo. Still, one can hope they will mature at some point.

~Professor Snape