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hih_appealsName: Allie
Age: 23
House you were sorted into: Hufflepuff
Link to original application: http://community.livejournal.com/platform_934/687052.html#cutid1
Are there any questions you would like to elaborate on?
What HP character do you identify with most and why?
1) Luna. When I was in high school, I was pretty alienated from my peers, but I was known as "Optimist Allie" because I always maintained such a bright outlook. I can be pretty dreamy and spacey at times too. I'm a very unique person, with a strange manner of speaking and thinking. I'm always accused of being weird and strange, but its usually in an affectionate way. Like her fantastical animals, I believe in things others don't. I've seen ghosts. Experienced [what I believe] to be e.s.p. and prophetic dreams. I keep it quiet because people will think I'm crazy, but I wholeheartedly think things are out there beyond accepted science. I overly-decorate and paint, even having once done a mural of my friends similar to hers in DH.
2) Neville - In the past, others tended to underestimate me. I'm chubby and awkward. I was pretty unsure of myself in adolescence, but once I got older, I found a great spirit/person within. Like Neville in OOtP, in college I developed a penchant for adventure and refusing to let anyone hold me back. Now I'm known as the girl with all the crazy stories. In Philosopher's Stone when he stood up to the trio and tried to prevent them from doing [what he thought was] something really stupid - that was so me at the start of college. And by the end, I was one of the ones in the thick of all the stupid adventures.
3) Hermione - I crave knowledge and research everything. I spend more time in the library than my apartment and eagerly raise my hand in class when no one else will. People think I'm impressively smart, at least academically (street smarts are something else entirely). I inadvertently tutored half my class before exams this semester. I'm extremely passionate about equal rights and politics. I like to say 'I told you so.' Quote Wikipedia like 'Hogwarts, a History'. Frivolous flirty girls like Lavender annoy the hell out of me. I have a history of falling for my best guy friends. And I have the emotional range of several billion teaspoons.
4) Lupin - I'm a sensitive soul and the one people go to for advice. Supposedly I give amazing advice because I can put myself inside of others and really understand them. I see this as a hallmark Lupin quality. I've always considered myself lucky to be a part of the cool kids in college who included me in their circle of friends, and cherished every second of it as he did with James and Sirius.
5) Ron - I adore Ron. But he seems to represent the very worst qualities in me. We both have a huge capacity for jealousy and resentment towards our friends for having what we don't, and wanting what they do have. I don't hold grudges like he does, and internalize these feelings, but the jealousy and resentment is there all the same. I can be incredibly snarky, cynical, and sarcastic. Plus, we both love food way too much
What was your ideal job as a kid? Has that changed? What is your ideal job now?
Sporadically throughout my life, I've wanted to be a teacher. I taught part-time in college and loved it, but I never planned to continue teaching as a career. For a time I wanted to be a Marine Biologist, exploring the oceans and studying/discovering new sea creatures. Then I wanted to be a Pediatric Oncologist, kicking cancer's ass and saving kids' lives. In high school I had grand dreams of becoming a Journalist, and... a lot of other stuff. I've always secretly had great aspirations to be a detective, like Nancy Drew or Agent Scully or a secret agent like Sydney Bristow. There's rumored spy intrigue in my family a few generations back and I think it would be glorious to carry that craft - but I am not the spy type unfortunately. For now, I'm planning to be a lawyer, concentrating in Health, Education, or Family Law. I have a grand notion of being able to change people's lives for the better by devoting my life to law; making a lot of money and earning intellectual cred while doing so. Becoming a writer is a dream of mine too, and something many people have told me to pursue.
If you were to face a boggart, what would it turn into? And what does it turn into when you throw the counter-spell, Riddikulus?
Quite simply, emptiness and darkness, lost in a deep and endless wood - representing a future of personal failure, loneliness, and misdirection. On riddikulus, the woods would clear and I'd find myself on a gorgeous tropical island beach with snorkeling equipment. And a boat (with an awesome GPS) so that I could find my way back whenever I wished. Or use it to explore the world.
What would you see in the Mirror of Erised? Right now? It would be my law school graduation. I'd be graduating at the top of my class and giving the commencement speech (at a healthy weight!). Up at the podium with me would be two envelopes: one with an offer to work for a prestigious public interest law firm and the other with tickets to spend the summer traveling around the world. Out in the audience would be my whole family, friends cheering me on, and *maybe* a dorky yet successful boyfriend.
What do you think are your top five abilities or qualities?
*Adding a sixth* My Uniqueness. I've never been like other people my age and I've never tried to be. I'm a dreamer. I tend to think differently and talk differently and just - perceive life differently. I've never looked like my peers, nor do I strive to. I have my own unique sense of attractiveness. I have a personal moral code, an individual way of viewing life and others, and a vivid imagination. I'm one of those people that's often lost in my own little daydream, but totally aware and sharp as soon as I get back to reality. And I can be the most cynical or most idealistic person in the world depending on the circumstances. I'm a contradiction like that. People who know me IRL think I'm weird or strange. And they tell me this. But they always say it like its a good thing, something they not only respect, but are incredibly amused by. I'm memorable - I leave an impression on people. I always have and probably always will.
Pick one or two canon qualities from each of the four houses that you possess and explain why you picked them:
Hufflepuff - My family and friends are hugely important in my life. Too important sometimes, to be honest, and in the past my capacity for caring has been a huge detriment in my life. I'm also immensely loyal, empathetic, and passionate about equality and justice. I've actually developed a reputation among my fellow classmates for taking up the defense anytime I hear anyone saying anything bad about someone else. I just can't help it. Even when its behind their back, I can't deal with hearing people speak badly of another without speaking up for them and trying to justify who they are or what they did (even when there isn't much basis for it). And when I happen to spew word vomit of my own, I counteract it by reciting [a lot of] nice things about the person or I feel terrible about it for days.
Ravenclaw - Along with being a dork who loves nothing more than mythology dense entertainment that leaves my brain spinning, I have an unquenchable thirst for knowledge and learning. I'm determined to remain wrapped up in academia for as long as possible. I worked for a year without being in school, and it felt like my livelihood was withering away. Learning gets me high. I'll have marathon study sessions in the library, explain concepts to half the people in my class, and come home on top of the world, completely energized by the knowledge influx. I had FUN taking my law school exams this year. I'm also a creative soul - art is a huge part of my life. Whenever I have free time, I'm drawing or reading, singing or writing - I'm a creator and a dreamer - my mind never stops. If I'm not learning, I'm creating; or letting my imagination go wild.
Gryffindor - I'm deeply passionate about pretty much everything. I have strong convictions about politics, progressiveness, and equality. It takes very little to excite me. I'm known for being a fierce storyteller, partly because of the infinite crazy situations I find myself in that I can always twist into a great tale, along with a pretty good sense of humor. And I have a rambunctiously adventurous inner-imp that doesn't get to play nearly enough. Leadership is another quality I've always prided myself in but I think that's a trait shared pretty equally with Slytherin. I was president of my class in undergrad, house president, an SGA rep, etc. And, as I stated before, I have a habit for defending people, even against the majority. (I tend to be far better at sticking up for others than myself). I have quite a hero complex and delusions of grandeur. There's that whole secretly wanting to be an FBI/CIAagent/Spy so I can save the world on a regular basis. I want to be a lawyer in part because I honestly believe I can save the world one person at a time.
Slytherin - A lot of people don't know it, but I can be incredibly manipulative. I have a knack for getting what I want. And when things aren't in my favor, I can usually change the facts to make it so. I don't take it well when I don't get my way. My knack for twisting things is part of why my family always said I'd be a good lawyer. I'm a bit of a politician. I choose my words wisely when I speak [on important matters] and calculate exactly what needs to be conveyed without obvious bias. I'm also pretty ambitious, which is why I chose to pursue law to help people, as opposed to a career of lesser standing but that would be just as beneficial to others in the long run. I want to help people, but being respected, challenged, and financially well-off are pretty equally important to me. This goes along with the fact that I'm (ashamedly) an intellectual elitist who has a horrible tendency to equate one's worth with the degrees they hold.
Explain why you feel misplaced in your current house:
I haven't developed any real affinity or bond with anyone in my house, though I've befriended people from nearly every other one. I just - feel that perhaps our priorities aren't necessarily on par? I'm very future/academia driven right now, and it seems a majority of my housemates are a bit more family/romance goal based. That's a mass generalization certainly. Perhaps its hard to pinpoint one main thing - its just the very clear feeling that I don't fit quite right.
I think, the main thing, is that my puff traits are very much who I am - but not who I strive to be, nor what I hold as great deal of importance in my life. I come from a family of puffs. My mom, my dad - they live for other people. I was raised in an environment where friends/family/others are held to the utmost ideal. I know when I begin my career, I want to work to help people. Because that's just who I am. But I've always strived to be more than that.
My personal priorities and goals, that which I constantly work towards, lie in academia, creativity, and adventure. I've always been inclined towards introversion. I keep to myself unless others seek me out. I'm more comfortable spending Saturday nights researching or reading or drawing by myself, than out at a party with people. I have a hard time trusting people or letting them into my world. And I often feel lonelier around others than by myself, except when with the closest of my friends. My mind, creativity, and dreams have always been my greatest and most loyal companions. And academia, has always been my greatest love. I get high from class. Never stop talking about the new things I've learned. Have to show it off to everyone. Last year, when I took the year off from school. I had great people around, my family was there. But I had no intellect in my life. The work was mundane and unchallenging, and I was MISERABLE. My life, without a level of academic or intellectual rigor, feels empty. But of course, I never stop daydreaming about being off on some crazy adventure or traveling around the world.
I guess, to sum, I am a person who has always been raised to hold others at an ideal, and to devote my life to helping them. But my loves, passions, and hobbies rise above that; constantly striving for and pushing myself towards academia and learning, while dreaming of daring adventures and intrigue.
Since I was first sorted, I've settled into a completely new life. I've moved from home, started law school, become a far more independent person than I was a few months ago. I feel as if I've really settled into a clearer sense of who I am, and I'd like to see this reflected in sorting. On my initial application, I had a majority of Puff votes, but a significant number of Claw and Dor too - It was about 40-30-30. I'm curious to see if this internal trait ratio has changed at all.
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Date: 2009-01-09 11:07 pm (UTC)I'm so sorry about the delay! Your application is now up and subject to questions from our judges. It would be great if you could answer the questions until approx. the 17nth of January. or earlier if that's possible. If it's not, a little bit later's okay as well.
Thank you!
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Date: 2009-01-09 11:24 pm (UTC)What do you think about Hagrid and Cho Chang?
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Date: 2009-01-11 04:24 am (UTC)*I haven't had a chance to write up the Ravenclaw portion of this. I will do so asap, hopefully tomorrow*
Gryffindor To me, being a Gryffindor is about passion, boldness, and daring. I have boundless amounts of the first, an unfortunate lack of the latter, and a varying amount of the middle. I've always been an incredibly passionate person. I get enormously excited over the smallest and most random things - from the first clap of thunder in the spring/summer to finding an oddly shaped pad of paper. I dive into experiences. There are few things I enjoy more than the rush of a live concert, play, or gliding on top of a wave. I have a great appreciation for life. I approach everything I experience as a story of sorts, and because of that, I'm known for telling great tales. People tend to think all sorts of crazy things happen to me, but really my life is as mundane as the rest - I just present things with exuberance, enthusiasm, and zest that other people wouldn't necessarily think twice about. Because of that, I'm frequently told I'm funny and entertaining, along with amusing - which goes hand in hand with my quirkiness. I take pride in following my own path, which is where boldness comes in. Trends and normalcy just really irk me. I've always done my own thing, and when that aligns with others - great - but I've never let it bother me when it doesn't. I'm quiet to those who don't know me, but around friends I never shut up. I ramble a lot because I hate awkward silences and never know how to end conversations. Even in class, I’m the one who’ll always raise my hand when no one else will, as the silence and blank stares are unbearable to me. I used to be an editorial writer, because I have incredibly strong opinions. Not necessarily about important matters - when it comes to big issues I always weigh all sides and try to keep an open mind to everyone's opinion. But about stupid things, like popular culture or modern trends that I don't agree with - I can rant for weeks. I typically don't though, which goes with my utter lack of daring - the core Gryff trait I feel I really lack. I'm quite an avoidant person. I hate conflict (yeah, I'm studying to be a lawyer but I hate conflict, its rather ironic). I shudder at the thought of hurting or offending someone (not that it doesn't happen, it seems to follow even when totally unintended on occasion, but then I feel terrible about it and obsess for days). I tend to hide away from things I'm afraid of and completely withdrawal into books or tv or the net until I have no choice but to face them (which I always do eventually). I hold back personal input in discussions, be it class or debates with friends, because I think everything out so much that the opportunity is often lost before I can ever speak up. And I don't speak up sooner, because I'm never willing to put my intellect on the line unless I absolutely know I'm right. The thing is, I'm much more thought than action oriented. I have grand dreams of exploring the world. But when I had the chance to visit a friend who was teaching in Spain, I overthought it and overthought it, until I convinced myself that it was a terrible idea. I rationalized this with money concerns, and language barriers, and personal responsibilities. But I've regretted it ever since, and I think a pure Gryff would have hopped on the plane without question, and loved every second of the trip without any hangups. I'm also incredibly shy around strangers/new people until they first open up to me. I just don't know how to connect with people unless they make the first attempt. Small talk is a lost art to me, another thing which I think would come naturally to Gryffs. On the Gryffindor plus side, again, however, I’ve always had a grand hero complex. I’m in law school to help people, and I truly believe by making a positive difference in someone’s life, its one step closer to saving the world. And, in my inner-fantasy world, I’ve saved the world a thousand times over.
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Date: 2009-01-11 04:25 am (UTC)Hagrid Rowling has stated that Hagrid was a Gryffindor. These traits are fairly obvious. He’s quite brave, dealing with dangerous creatures, disregarding rules (like doing magic with his umbrella/snapped wand), and going through life incredibly different from others and not seeming to think twice about it, except when his Giantness became an issue in OotP. But I also see a lot of Puff in him. He loves all creatures. No matter how scary or grotesque, they all have a place in his heart. And he has a huge depth of caring for those in his life. We see this in the first chapters with his sobbing over the Potter’s death and the situation at hand, and this love surrounds his character throughout the series. Thus, because of his huge heart and capacity for loving all creatures, I see Hagrid as a lovely Puff.
Cho Chang I never really got a good grasp of Cho in the books. We saw her through Harry’s eyes, as an idealized and then fallen love interest, in contrast to a complete person. I’ll have to say Gryffindor, I guess, as she seemed consistently drawn to the limelight. Quidditch team member, love interest of the great and popular, described as always surrounded by giggling girls – this points to the lion for me. She was also an active member of the DA until the very end. And she had a lot of mood swings, understandable given Cedric’s death, but this wide range and shift of moods is another trait I’ve always associated with Gryff passion.
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Date: 2009-01-12 09:12 am (UTC)Gryffindor andRavenclaw, and why you wouldn't belong in those two houses?Ravenclaw. I've always viewed Ravenclaw and Gryffindor as polar opposites to an extent. At their most oversimplified, Gryff is all about action and passion for life, while Claw is routed in introspection and the pursuit of learning/creativity. Based upon this, I feel I am much more aligned with Ravenclaw. My mind is never not in overdrive. I can't take anything at face value. I can't have people just tell me what is, I need to discover it for myself - from improvising recipes and directions, to forming my own ideals of spirituality over organized religion. Even popular culture trends are something I constantly seek to analyze and gain a deeper understanding of (though I can also be incredibly snarky towards them). I constantly search out trends, patterns, and symbols in everything in my life, along with structuring and labeling them. And I have an extensive mental list of all that I want to try in life. Sometimes, engaging in things just so I can cross it off of my personal list. As touched upon in my Gryff discussion, I typically over-analyze before acting, and it often holds me back. Even simple things like composing an email can take me hours, because I plan it in my mind and then revise over and over. I feel incredibly uncomfortable doing things I haven't yet planned. Even my most crazy adventures were usually well-plotted in advance. Otherwise, I'm constantly second guessing it. Not myself necessarily, but all the possible outcomes good and bad. Aligned with the over-analysis, my mind constantly needs to be stimulated. I'm incredibly picky on my sources of entertainment. It has to engage me. I can't sit through chick flicks (unless exceptionally written) or most pop songs. If there's not a complicated storyline or deep lyrics it just forces my mind everywhere but there and I go into daydream or over-analytical mode. And when it comes to mysteries or intrigue, I'm well-known for being able to figure out the end or plot twist long before most others. (Though don't ask me about Lost, that show has me completely perplexed - and captivated!) Of course - introspection is only a small part of [what I believe to be] a Ravenclaw. Not necessarily smarts, but intellectualism and a thirst for knowledge seem to be integral traits. I love researching - just finding out everything there is to know about a random topic and using all of the little trivia I pick up. I get high from academia and intense discussions. Getting lost in a good book is perhaps my favorite thing in the world (along with live theater). I've been known to go without food or sleep or any remote interpersonal communication from the start to completion of a book that captures me. Creativity is another great love in my life, and another trait that I feel is embodied in Claws. My wall is covered in my sketches and photographs. I've won several creative writing awards throughout my academic career. And I've created epic worlds in my daydreams. Unless its with select close friends, I'm much happier spending my weekends reading/writing/drawing than at a party, and am far more comfortable in a library/museum/theater than a bar. As I've mentioned, I'm a very quirky person. I have my own way of speaking, quite different from my writing style actually. And I tend to view problems in different ways than others, examining situations and disputes from all angles, both sympathetically and rationally, even if I have very strong opinions of my own towards the issue.
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Date: 2009-01-12 09:12 am (UTC)no subject
Date: 2009-01-09 11:27 pm (UTC)But here are my additional questions:
1) You are confronted with immediate danger.
Will it be fight or flight?
2)What would your amortentia potion smell like?
3)What animal would your patronus be?
4)Would you have joined Dumbledore's army or gone to the meeting if Hermione had asked you? Why or why not?
Thanks!
Sarah//Slytherin
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Date: 2009-01-11 04:25 am (UTC)As I mentioned above, I am a very avoidant person. My first instinct is always to flight, not necessarily out of fear, but so I can hide away and think until I come up with a coherent plan of action or a way to avoid the danger all together. However, I do believe that if I was faced with putting myself at risk for a greater good, and the necessary danger was imminent and immediate, then I wouldn’t think twice about facing it for the fight.
2)What would your amortentia potion smell like?
Mmm. 1 - The very distinct aroma of an ocean boardwalk: suntan lotion, salty sea breeze, and a variety of greasy fan fare foods all swirling together into this intoxicating blissful scent of summer. 2 – Freshly bound books. The first few times a new book is opened, the pages have this alluring, crisp smell. Its there in most book stores too, though often mixed with scents of coffee and pastries. 3 – There’s a bush that was outside of grandparent’s house growing up. I have no idea what it was, but it had this strong minty and evergreen aroma. Everytime I catch a whiff of it somewhere, I’m instantly reminded of childhood and family.
3)What animal would your patronus be?
Probably a small whale of some sort. A beluga perhaps? I’ve always been more comfortable in the water than on land. I’m not the most graceful person, or the lightest – but that all changes underwater. I’ve always felt an affinity with dolphins. But I feel that a whale, also intelligent and sociable, but less fast paced and acrobatic, is perhaps more representative of myself.
4)Would you have joined Dumbledore's army or gone to the meeting if Hermione had asked you? Why or why not?
I don’t often make rash decisions. I like them to be informed and well-thought out. I definitely would have come to the initial meeting at the Hog’s Head. However, I doubt I would have signed the list, despite the peer pressure and insistence. Realistically, I probably would have pulled Hermione aside and told her I wasn’t comfortable signing, but would swear to uphold their secret. Then, I would spend the next week weighing the pros and cons of the group and decide I was an idiot for not joining initially. From that realization, I would go to one of the trio, explain my change of heart and that I’d love to join the group, and offering to gladly sign my name to the list.
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Date: 2009-01-10 12:03 am (UTC)How do you make friends?
If you were stranded on a deserted island what would you bring and why (one thing only)?
Michele//Hufflepuff
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Date: 2009-01-11 04:30 am (UTC)1. How do you make friends?
This has been one of the greatest struggles in my life. I’m inherently a very shy, reserved person – but I also greatly value the bonds of friendship. I honestly never really had friends of my own until college. And from there, it was always a chain of meeting an acquaintance through another acquaintance until I finally found someone I really connected with. And through them, I met several others who became dear friends. I don’t know how to initiate a connection with someone new. Its terrible, but that’s how it is. Once someone makes an attempt to talk to me, however, I jump on the opportunity. Usually, I first ask them something about themselves. And if a conversation strikes, I tell a story or make a joke. If there seems to be a spark of interest from there, I keep going. With me, for all of those I consider good friends, there was instant connection. We bonded upon initial greeting, would stay up all night talking, and were inseparable after that. There’s not really a lot of middle ground for me. Either there’s this great initial spark which quickly grows into a deep bond/close friendship – or, we’re destined to be awkward acquaintances or mere strangers. I’m just – very awkward around people with whom I haven’t developed that spark. But with those whom I have, its an incredibly special thing. And, of course there are exceptions to this, but that’s how it typically goes.
2. If you were stranded on a deserted island what would you bring and why (one thing only)?
A notebook with a pen. Does that count as one item? All of my notebooks have pens nestled inside somewhere. A notebook would have so many infinite uses – it would keep me occupied, using it for writing and drawing. If I had to build a shelter, I could draw out plans and a blueprint. Plus, I could map out the island. I’m terrible about getting lost, so that would be a great asset. Also, I could write down any escape plan that pops into my mind. I say a pen, over a pencil, bc a pencil’s lead would eventually run out. However, with a pen, I imagine once the ink runs out, I could fill it with berry/fruit juice. And, I guess if I need to hunt, a pen tip is decently pointy for stabbing things? But, I’d probably stick with fruit.
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Date: 2009-01-13 11:37 pm (UTC)I await the rest of your answers and thank you for answering mine. :)
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Date: 2009-01-14 01:39 am (UTC)My main basis for appealing, and perhaps this was conveyed wrong, is a feeling that the person I put across in the application was not an accurate representation of who I am. Stemming from both the homesickness I was feeling when writing it, and the fact that I feel I've changed drastically over the past few months since going out on my own and have been curious to see if this would affect my placement. These aren't the only reasons, though it was the main one. And without it, I never would have even considered appealing. I completely recognize and embrace that I am very much a Puff. Its just a side of me, good or bad, that I feel like I'm becoming increasingly disconnected from.
As for not being seen in the house much, until November or so, I was fairly active in clubs, debates, and contests around HiH, and whatever may have been on the Puff House boards of that variety. I will probably never be on Puff Chat (or one in any potential other house if they exist) because I don't use chats or things like instant messenger. One, because I've never been a particular fan and two because I've had a lot of computer issues of late and have refrained from downloading any new clients, programs, or the sort. Since November I hadn't had much time to participate, especially in some Puff house activities that I really wanted to be a part of but couldn't allow for the distraction. However, I do actively read most of the house posts and apps/intro posts of all the puffs who have been sorted, looking for people of common interests, so I haven't made any grand assumptions of character traits out of the blue. I haven't responded to many of the posts which is my own fault. Its one of my New Years resolutions actually, to reach out a bit more to others (in life and on the LJ world) and something I plan to do whether I remain in Puff or get sorted somewhere else.
I hope I'm not coming across as defensive. I simply want to clarify any misunderstandings of my intentions and impressions. And certainly ease any insult that you or anyone else may have felt upon reading my application. Not that it changes anything, but I do hope you know that I really think highly of the traits that Puffs represent and that its far more than that of 'leftovers'. I think its pretty damn admirable and wonderful to be able to have your life/personality dominated by love and loyalty above all else. Though certainly there's a lot more to a Puff than that.
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Date: 2009-01-10 01:52 am (UTC)2. Who would you not get along with in each of the four houses and why?
3. What do you enjoy most about hogwartsishome?
4. Who do you consider your role model, why do you look up to this person?
5. I can tell you don't want to be in the Puff House but if your appeal is denied will you still be active or would you leave HiH?
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Date: 2009-01-11 04:33 am (UTC)Gryff - Hermione -Hermione and I are a lot alike. As a matter of fact, I’ve had several people recently tell me that I’m ‘very-Hermione’. We would hang out in the library together all the time, laugh at how stupid guys can be, and plot to put progressive politics in action, while exchanging random pieces of trivia. We’d pour over books trying to solve the latest mystery to hit Hogwarts, analyze people together (since she did such a good job on Cho), and hang out while all of her other friends are at Quidditch practice.
Claw - Luna - Luna is quirky. I tend to get along quite well with quirky people. I also fully believe in paranormal things like ghosts and esp (I’ve had some personal experiences with them), and while Hermione would probably roll her eyes, I could confide in Luna about them and find a common soul. She’s also one of those people who can seem really ditzy or distant at times and then say something out of nowhere with incredible depth and meaning. I too have been known to do this, and I feel we would really get each other. And we would have painting parties! My bestfriend in undergrad and I would do that sometimes, just decorate everything we could find – and from the description of the Lovegood house, it seems she would be willing to do the same.
Puff – Susan Bones - We don’t know a lot about Susan, except that she was in the DA and momentarily bonded with Harry over having both developed a gruesome notoriety for losing family at the hands of Voldemort/Death Eaters. However, her aunt was a distinguished member of the Wizengamot, and in my mind, Susan is following a same path. I imagine she’s very studious and concerned with the law and matters of the ministry, something we could really connect over.
Syltherin – Little Snape - Oh, I wish JK had portrayed some more diverse Slytherins in Harry’s year. I imagine I would have gotten along well with Snape before he got into dark magic. My few friends and I in high school were the nerdy, bookish, outsider-type, which it seems would have fit him perfectly. Once he started dabbling in the dark arts, however, our friendship would not have lasted .
2. Who would you not get along with in each of the four houses and why?
Gryff – Lavender Brown Quite honestly, I’ve never gotten along with flighty, ditzy, girls. And that is how her character has always come across to me.
Ravenclaw – Marietta Edgecomb I understand why she felt the pressure to go to Umbridge – but to betray all of her friends and fellow classmates like she did was just unacceptable.
Puff – Zacharias Smith Condescending, critical, and abrasive. I have a hard time seeing how anyone could get along with him.
Slytherin – Gregory Goyle He’s mean-spirited and a follower. At least Crabbe used his own (ill-fated) mind to create the fiendfyre. Goyle lived to do Malfoy’s bidding. And, as it seems he excelled at learning the cruciatus curse so much, he really enjoyed hurting others too.
3. What do you enjoy most about hogwartsishome?
My absolute favorite part of HiH is having somewhere to debate and discuss the HP series, with people who are equally as passionate about it as I. I haven’t been able to participate in as many of the debates or discussions as I would have liked, but I’ve loved the ones I have.
...Continued for length...
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Date: 2009-01-11 04:33 am (UTC)4. Who do you consider your role model, why do you look up to this person?
There are two right now, for the same reason, so I’ll have to list them both. Granted, I don’t know either of these people on a great personal level, but I aspire to follow in their professional footsteps. The first is an Elder Care lawyer. She more or less saved my family when my grandfather developed severe dementia and we had to put him into a 24 hour care facility. She’s relatively young, a partner in a prestigious law firm, and is really helping people. She is exactly who I hope to be in a decade or two. In the more immediate future, is a child advocate lawyer, a few years out of law school, who works for a non-profit to help kids within the foster care system. These kids truly need a hero, and she is theirs. A Juris Doctorate degree, in my mind, can be just as grand as a cape. There are countless other lawyers out there, just like them, who are equally admirable. They are my role models for who I hope to become in a few years.
5. I can tell you don't want to be in the Puff House but if your appeal is denied will you still be active or would you leave HiH?
Definitely! I don’t always have a lot of time to devote to the community, but I will not be giving it up, no matter what house I’m in.
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Date: 2009-01-10 04:38 am (UTC)ANYWAY, irrelevant information aside, my questions for you arrreeee:
What appeals to you more: Taking risks, or playing things safe? I have nothing specific in mind, so feel free to apply this to as many situations as you would like.
Would you say your lifestyle is more organized and planned, or chaotic and spontaneous?
Early riser or Night owl: Which are you, and why do you think you are that way?
EDIT: I've actually sorted you already after reading your answers to the questions above mine, so you can choose to either answer my questions or skip them. (:
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Date: 2009-01-14 12:28 am (UTC)What appeals to you more: Taking risks, or playing things safe? On broad terms, I tend to play things safe, but strive to take more risks. However, there are many more layers to that. I personally prescribe to the belief that its better to be safe than sorry. However, I also have no problem breaking the rules or doing something 'risky' as long as it doesn't put myself or someone else in danger. I tend to take intellectual or emotional risks, as opposed to physical outward risks. For example, I had my first advanced Civil Procedure class today and the teacher was looking for a volunteer to brief the first case. There was total silence in my class of 60, and no one raised their hand. So I stepped up, decided to 'take one for the team', and allowed myself to be grilled for half an hour by a professor of unknown expectations and style on a subject matter of which I had more or less no preexisting knowledge. A lot of people after class commended me for being so brave as to volunteer before he started attacking with the Socratic method. If that can be considered a risk, that is more along the line of risks I take in my typical life. I've also been known to get into a lot of mischief, usually with my undergrad friends. And again, while many things we did may have been considered 'risky' I never really engaged in anything that could have put any one of us in actual danger, and if that was a foreseeable possibility, I was usually the first one to speak against it. I also know, however, that I have rarely regretted anything I have done in life, but regretted plenty of opportunities I've passed by. Thus, I often feel its the greatest risk to NOT take a risk, because then I'll never know what I'm missing.
Would you say your lifestyle is more organized and planned, or chaotic and spontaneous? My life is a pretty even mix of the two. During the week, everything is planned. Each day, I have class at a certain time, eat at a certain time, spend a certain amount of time in the library, talk to my parents at the same time each night, etc. But I never mind letting an expected outing break up that routine. On days without the confines of school, there are times I am the most mundane person you will ever encounter. Other times I head off to the city [NYC] with no plans whatsoever and end up just going wherever whim and fancy may bring me after hopping on the subway, or get off somewhere random and just explore the day away. As for organization over chaotic, I would say organized chaos with a leaning to organization. For example, the outline for my most recent exam had a table of contents and an index, and then an abbreviated outline with its own t.o.c. Most people just used post-it notes.
However, my class handouts are an assorted random pile of rubbish. I decorate obsessively, with every inch of wall space planned out and rearranged until perfection. Despite this, my room itself never fails to border on messy.
Early riser or Night owl: Which are you, and why do you think you are that way? I am a 100% night owl insomniac child of the stars. From the time I was a young kid, I would stay up all night. There were and are many reasons. The first, and most practical, is that by staying up far later than most, I have many more hours to accomplish what I need or want to do. Aligned with this, I can NEVER sleep after a productive day unless I've had a fill of 'me' time. Watching tv, doing something artsy, getting out my creative or entertainment-indulgent energy, etc. So if I study until 2am, I cannot fall asleep until I spend another hour or so doing at least one of the above. Otherwise, I'll lie in bed for hours. My mind rarely quiets. If I attempt to sleep absent exhaustion, my mind either picks on something to obsess over for hours or I get completely lost in one of my daydreams that keeps me occupied for hours. And I love the night sky. I could state at the stars for hours. I find it far more welcoming than daytime.
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Date: 2009-01-10 05:54 am (UTC)1. When in a group- academic or social- what role do you usually play?
2. What would your perfect evening look like in the Hogwarts Castle?
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Date: 2009-01-14 02:14 am (UTC)Socially, I'm just as happy being the leader as the follower. Around those I'm not close to, I tend to be the follower - or the elusive wallflower. Its a complete different story around my close friends. I tend to be the plotter who constantly suggests ideas and plans, though I'm not necessarily the one who always carries them out. Despite this, when I'm not scheming or dreaming, its not uncommon for me to just go with the flow of someone else's lead. I'd say, among the close-knit group I had in undergrad, we all more or less filled every role equally. Since starting law school, my academic and social roles have been one and the same. I don't really ever go out socially with my classmates, but have developed some great relationships within the school walls. In class, I'm the girl who raises her hand when no one else will and jumps in to help when someone is attacked with the socratic method and has no clue what is going on. But I'm rarely the first to raise my hand. However, in whatever form, when I am called on, I know my stuff. This, I believe, has brought forth the morphing of my academic and social life. When exam time neared in November, I was asked by three different groups/cliques to join their study groups. There too, I switched off from leader to follower, some days teaching whole groups a new concept, other times being the one taught. Studying with so many various groups has also allowed me the freedom to float among cliques (which are plentiful here) and get to know many different people - though perhaps on a more superficial level than many.
What would your perfect evening look like in the Hogwarts Castle?
The perfect evening for me would be quite involved. It would be a Summer evening, around either the start or end of school. As early evening rolled around, I would be under a tree by the lake, wrapped up in an exceptionally good book. Around sunset, I would go for a swim or take out a boat - by myself or with a close friend or two. From there, I would be off to a school concert performance or a play (though according to a footnote in Beetle the Bard, theater productions are banned at Hogwarts, so I guess it would be a concert). After which, I would meet up with friends for a grand karaoke/sing-along fest. By 2:30am or so, most would have left to go to sleep, leaving myself and one other to stay up the rest of the night engaging in some deep discussion about life or our philosophies on the world. And... there you have it - My perfect Hogwarts night. Oh, and if there happen to be any magic fireworks or a meteor shower at some point that evening, it would be even more exquisite. :-)
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Date: 2009-01-11 01:50 am (UTC)Also, who is your least favorite character in the books and why?
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Date: 2009-01-14 02:47 am (UTC)The couple of occasions this has happened in my life have deeply affected me, so I can rather recount the whole process I go through. First, I listen to everything they have to say and try to stay composed with my mouth shut, all the meanwhile trying to compose a rational response in my mind until they finish. Then I try not to let myself cry - I never get angry, only hurt, which is something I hate about myself and have a very hard time hiding. Once I feel I've gained enough presence and composure, I try to rationalize with them, explaining why [I think] they're wrong. I hate conflict, so I attempt to keep a very even tone and to make my response short and to the point before I let my emotions break through. Then, I usually leave or ask them to leave, avoiding any other conflict. Beyond that, I try to avoid the person in whatever ways possible. Their words, on the other hand, will follow me everywhere. I'll obsess over it for the next week or so, wondering what I've done to provoke such a response. After a bit I'll move on, but I never really get over it. Years later, the words of a deep insult will still be lodged in the deepest darkest parts of my mind and heart, waiting to jump out and attack if I ever let insecurity get the best of me.
Who is your least favorite character in the books and why? Umbridge. Quite simply, I despise her twisting of authority and barbaric methods. Not only was she incredibly sadistic in her methods of punishment, but she sought to promote extreme censorship both in her complete revampment of the Defense Against the Dark Arts curriculum and her stifling pretty much all of the freedoms Hogwarts students could enjoy. Censorship, especially in the academic world, infuriates me. Then in Deathly Hallows, she heads the Muggle-Born Registration Commission. The whole business hit a bit close to the early stages of the Holocaust for me. But without going into that, its safe to say that her extreme prejudice and sadistic heart, given to a position of great power during war time, was more than enough to make her my least favorite character.
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Date: 2009-01-11 06:01 am (UTC)2. You're on the jury for a murder case. There's a lot of circumstantial evidence that the defendant is guilty, but the police have mangled the case and there's no hard evidence to put him in the room at the time of the killing. The other jurors want to convict so they can get back to their lives. What would you do? Also, what would you say?
3. Push for a house, any house. But really argue why you want it, from a canon standpoint and from a HiH social standpoint.
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Date: 2009-01-18 05:39 am (UTC)I'd hire a Slytherin to defend me. They're out to win - no matter what. It wouldn't matter to them if I was innocent or guilty, because winning my case would be about their own personal triumph - and therefore, they'd devote all their energy into my case. Cunning, charismatic, manipulative, and driven - those are all traits I'd want on my side. And I feel like they'd be far more prone to stick to the rules of civil procedure than say, a Gryffindor. Unquestionably, a Ravenclaw would be an ideal judge. You want a judge who is unbiased, well-versed in precedent cases, and analytical, above all else. They provide jury instructions, listen to motions, and hand down the final judgment (among other things). I'd want this done by the most-analytical and least biased person of all to be sure I was getting a fair trial - and if guilty, a fair and proportional sentence. I feel the other houses would all be led too strongly by their own passions, sympathies, or ambitions to ensure that. As for who I'd want to prosecute me - I'd have to go with a Hufflepuff, because I think they'd be the most fair and sympathetic. It wouldn't be about winning for them, it would be about what was right and just. Chances are, if I was actually guilty of a crime, it would be for something stupid and harmless, like trespassing and skinny dipping, or file sharing (which one of my friends is on trial for right now). Or if I committed an actual serious crime, I'd have a damn good affirmative defense for it. I think a Puff would be much more sympathetic as opposing counsel, in either allowing for a reasonable settlement or pursuing a lesser charge.
2. You're on the jury for a murder case. There's a lot of circumstantial evidence that the defendant is guilty, but the police have mangled the case and there's no hard evidence to put him in the room at the time of the killing. The other jurors want to convict so they can get back to their lives. What would you do? Also, what would you say?
This is tough here, because there are two sides of me that would be screaming in opposition. The sympathetic, compassionate side of me would say there's a ton of evidence here, even if its circumstantial. This defendant took a life, and if we don't convict him, how many more are we putting at stake? What of the family and the friends of the victim who need justice and closure? In contrast, the other side of me would remember that one is innocent until proven guilty. And that, to find one guilty, especially in the case of murder, guilt must be proven without a doubt. This would likely dominate. To convict someone of murder solely on circumstantial evidence is just so contrary to our justice system. And I'd argue this with the rest of the jury, not caving simply because of their desire to end the trial. If they still refuse to change their minds, a hung jury would force a mistrial. And by then, perhaps, maybe the prosecution would have found some actual hard evidence to present.
*continuing for #3...*
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Date: 2009-01-18 07:26 pm (UTC)no subject
Date: 2009-01-20 05:45 am (UTC)I completely acknowledge that I have a lot of Puff in me. However, I feel that Ravenclaw is my true primary house and Hufflepuff is my secondary home. I adore the close people in my life - they're incredibly important to me - and I have a great compassionate soul. But my mind has always been my greatest companion. Being as warm and welcoming and friendly as I believe is an inherent trait to true Puff's just isn't a part of my nature - rather, I've always had to struggle and push myself to be so except around my closest friends and family. (Not to say Ravenclaws are shy or antisocial, its just that social traits aren't a core part of them). I'm inclined to be introspective and over-analytical. Some of my greatest friends have been the ones I've created in my imagination. I'd rather spend my weekends reading and writing and going to the museum or a theater than spending time with peers. Creative endeavors are a source of constant pleasure in my life. Above all though, the key definitive factor, is that when it comes down to it, even if they both put up a good fight, my head rules over my heart almost every time. There are so many instances in my life that I can think of where I let over-analysis and rationalization get in the way of personal relationships, amazing opportunities, or potential romances. Its that mind that refuses to ever shut down. How is this evidenced in HiH? I focus my activities on debates and writing. Even trivia hunts don't necessarily fulfill me, because its just chasing down facts. Analyzing and creating are driving passions of my life. Canon proof of my Ravenclaw dominance? First, we have the house of wit, wisdom, and learning. I've already attested to my intellectual pursuits. For wit, I have a great sense of humor, both in my telling and listening (it may not come across in writing, its manifested more in face to face interactions). As for wisdom, this is something that's been remarked upon all my life. My friends, even my parents, come to me for advice both first and as a final word. They always seem amazed at my insights, that no one else can typically pick up, and often times they haven't even realized. I grew up listening, rather than engaging, so I was able to perceive a lot of human nature even when I wasn't a part of it. Many a conversation has ended with someone commenting on the depth of my 'wisdom' (not that I'd necessarily consider myself wise, its just something I've been told most of my life). To further canon support, I submit Luna Lovegood, who I believe is my HP kindred spirit. She may not be the greatest intellectual - to the point of coming across as spacey. But she's constantly analyzing and perceiving the world around her, looking at it with a unique view. She is truly introspective, off in her own world, and channeling creativity. But Luna longs to connect with people. And when she does, she holds them with all her heart. People are of immense importance in her life. She cherishes her friends, and I get the impression she'd never purposely hurt anyone - even in retaliation for cruel acts. But her true nature is that of introspection and unique wonder. This may not perfectly reflect me, but there are close parallels in our personalities. Just as Luna is a dominant Claw with strong Puff characteristics, I feel I am the same. A Ravenpuff with a Ravenclaw dominance.
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Date: 2009-01-11 06:19 am (UTC)Into which house would you sort Barty Crouch, Jr. and why? What house do you believe his father was in?
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Date: 2009-01-19 08:46 pm (UTC)Draco Malfoy - Ravenclaw. I've always perceived the strongest Slytherins to have a clear Claw undercurrent, using knowledge and intellect to aid in their ambitions and cunning. Malfoy is an incredibly layered character in my mind. He's suave and charismatic, with a score of followers, and a strong student. However, he's also cruel and elitist. What strikes me most as Ravenclaw about Draco is that he seems to be much more thought than action oriented. Everything he does seems calculated, which takes a great deal of mental control and introspection. This is further evidenced in his supposed skill at Occulumency. Intospection, intellect, mental mastery - all point towards Ravenclaw.
Luna Lovegood - Hufflepuff. Luna is an undeniable Ravenpuff. Of all the HP characters, she's the one I relate to the most, and I see a lot of my own tendencies in her. She's very introspective and creative, with her mind seemingly on a complete different plane of existence from her peers. She doesn't connect with others easily; but once she does, those people are of incredible importance to her. We see this in her mural, but there was a comment she makes to Harry, about missing the DA because "it was like having friends" which really struck me. On top of this, she never shows harsh feelings towards others despite some very cruel treatment from her peers. And she's incredibly intuitive and perceptive about those in her life. Luna is very much a Claw, but there's significant Badger in her too.
Hermione Granger - Ravenclaw. I wouldn't consider Hermione the greatest intellect or introspective. She's a clear example of intelligence and book smarts not necessarily equaling Ravenclaw. Unlike some, I believe she was more than appropriately placed in Gryff. However, knowledge is of incredible importance to her. She studies, not just for class, but in order to know and understand everything she can. Fact over insight based, yes.
But a passion for knowledge nonetheless. She is also organized and well-thought out, all Ravenclaw traits. Therefore, though I feel she was rightfully placed in Gryff, Ravenclaw would have been quite a fitting home for Hermione too.
Remus Lupin - Hufflepuff. I never agreed with Lupin being a Gryffindor. The fact that he never had the nerve to stick up to his friends about their teasing, etc seems entirely contrary to core Gryff traits. Rather, I've always viewed him as a Ravenpuff with an emphasis on Puff. He's compassionate, the mediator, and seems to really care about everyone. Despite all of the bad faith from his Marauder days, he and Snape actually seem on somewhat civil terms. As a teacher, he emphasized engagement over study, making it fun for all. And he agonizes over hurting others, be it the cruelty he failed to prevent towards Snape in their youth or the fear of bringing ostracism and alienation upon Tonks and Teddy. This is all very Puff to me.
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Date: 2009-01-19 09:01 pm (UTC)I would place both into Slytherin. For Crouch Jr, there's the misconception that Slytherin is the evil house. I don't believe this at all. However, those who do choose a darker path sacrifice a lot towards that goal and are willing to do anything to reach those ambitions - which is a very Slytherin trait. Crouch Jr committed terrible crimes in the name of the dark lord. Unlike some death eaters who seem sadistic and torture for pleasure, everything he did was ruled by the ambition to achieve high status in Voldemort's eyes. This sacrifice for the sake of ambition (and in his case reputation) seems to have been inherited from his father. Crouch Sr put his own son in prison w/o a second thought or really any sort of fair trial (granted, he took later actions to free him, but this was more in thanks to his wife). In his zealousness to prosecute dark wizards/death eaters, he undertook extreme and harsh measures, in order to meet his ambitions. Effective, certainly. But again, he's an example of putting his ambitions before anything else.
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Date: 2009-01-11 06:22 am (UTC)2. What's the dumbest (or riskiest) thing you've ever done that turned out okay? Would you do it again if given the chance?
3. Would you rather live an adventure or read about an adventure?
4. What would (or does) cause you to break off a friendship or otherwise turn your back on a former friend?
5. What was (or would have been) your favourite kind of field trip in elementary school? What about today?
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Date: 2009-01-20 12:18 am (UTC)Primarily, I'd be the plotter. I'm usually the one who comes up with crazy ideas - typically without any plan to carry them out. However, my friends tend to push me towards putting them into action and it doesn't take much convincing me. When I start scheming, details and logistics quickly flow into my mind. Once plans are in motion, I'd probably serve as advisor to a ground team, through the operation. Chances are, I'll have second thoughts at the last minute and try to convince everyone that its a bad idea and go through all the potential consequences. But I'd give up that argument fast, staying nearby with walky talkies (or some other device) to continuously advise the ground team and keep a look out for potential danger.
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dumbest orriskiest thing you've ever done that turned out okay? Would you do it again if given the chance? There are quite a few I can think of, but there's always one that stands out in my mind. Last year, my friend and I sneaked out of her parent's house at 3am, broke into a swimming pool in a private gated senior citizen's community, and went skinny dipping, then streaking, within full view of all the elderly resident's windows. We got back to her parent's (who are really overprotective and would have freaked out to see us coming in so late and wet even though we were both in out twenties at the time) and her mom woke up about 30 seconds after we'd made it back and turned off all the lights. It was an amazing rush, and I'd do it again in a second.3. Would you rather live an adventure or read about an adventure? This all depends on the adventure. I love reading because it opens up entirely new worlds and lets my imagination soar. However, I also adore experiencing and discovering new things, trying to push myself to live a bit on the wild side (whether or not it happens often). If the adventure involved fun and exploration, like a safari or snorkeling through the Bermuda Triangle (which I've done), I'd wish I could jump right into the story. However, when significant danger is involved; monsters, murderers, or violence, I'll leave that to the written world.
4. What would (or does) cause you to break off a friendship or otherwise turn your back on a former friend?
Lost friendships for me are usually a matter of fading more so than falling out. Contrary to 'out of sight, out of mind', my friends are in my thoughts long after our lives no longer intersect, be it that we've physically moved away from each other or have simply taken different directions in our life. However, while remaining in my thoughts, they unfortunately fall away from my action/pursuit. I am absolutely terrible about staying in touch. Calls and plans become less and less on my part until we've suddenly just allowed things to fade out. This is usually what happens except for a select few really close friends with whom there's been a mutual effort despite all of our lives' drastically changing. As for actually breaking off a relationship, it takes someone really betraying my trust. I hate dishonesty and once I find out someone lied to me, especially if for a stupid or insignificant reason, its really hard for me to recover. I also can not tolerate anyone deeply insulting or disrespecting me - people don't do that to true friends. Cruelty towards others is another thing that would completely destroy a relationship for me.
5. What was (or would have been) your favourite kind of field trip in elementary school? What about today? In elementary school, it would have been a trip to the zoo. Nowadays, my ideal field trip would be a study abroad. There's an intensive comparative international family law course in Edinburgh I'd love to pursue and it would be perfect for my intended concentration.
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Date: 2009-01-24 04:11 pm (UTC)Generally, the consensus was that you could've tried bonding with other people from the Hufflepuff house. The Hufflepuff house is not just for good for people who like family values or are incredibly loyal. Tonks was, like Luna, incredibly dreamy and eccentric as well. Cedric was a good mix of all the houses: ambitious, kind, fair, just, courageous and very intelligent. As you can see, you're a good mix of almost all the houses as well.
Nevertheless, to quote a judge: "Frankly her lack of effort to make friends and willingness to dismiss what Puff stands for (even while singing the praises of charity and such) do not seem to match the Hufflepuff loyalty and solidarity, so in this case at least I think her dislike of the house is a sign she shouldn't be there."
You have a lot of Gryffindor passion, lion-y stubbornness and a big sense of chivalry as well as a mischievous streak and you are impulsive.
As an example, in your answer to my question to speak for us placing you in Ravenclaw, you said: "I can't have people just tell me what is, I need to discover it for myself - from improvising recipes and directions, to forming my own ideals of spirituality over organized religion."
I read this as Gryffindor stubbornness. I am like this as well, and I find that ultimately, it is about having control, feeling life and Doing It Yourself. Which is very Gryffindor.
Overall, you are a Gryffinpuff with a slight Ravenclaw side and we think that you'd feel more at home and try to get to know more people in Gryffindor.
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Date: 2009-01-24 04:49 pm (UTC)I really appreciate everyone's time and consideration on this.
Thanks again!
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Date: 2012-07-23 12:32 am (UTC)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aMzgVshG6CI