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[03 Jun 2009|08:23pm] |
[Warded Private]
Justin & Hannah came over this evening, after I had returned from work. I hadn't been expecting them, but apparently Hannah was worried that I would be forgetting to eat and she wanted to make sure I had one solid meal this week. I guess they don't really think much of me being on my own right now. Here I thought I was doing a rather good job hiding how much of a mess I am since-
I'd much rather be at home than here in this small flat. Could have gone for something larger, but it's just me right now -
I suppose I should look for something with rooms for the kids for when they get to visit-
I bloody HATE this, and I wish she would- I wish I could just be mad at HER because it would make this a whole lot easier to deal with.
I miss them.
[End of Private]
[Warded to Verity]
I miss you.
[End of Ward]
I had a fantastic surprise visit from Justin and Hannah this evening. Hannah felt the need to feed me, because she figured I'd have been too busy at work to remember to do such. I would like to state, for the record, that I hadn't forgotten about eating... but I appreciated the company all the same.
[Warded to Verity]
I'm sorry
I miss you
How are Charlotte and Ernie? How are you Could I come get them Saturday I'd like to come get them on Saturday, if it doesn't impose with other plans.
I love you
[End of Ward]
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| Warded to Justin/Ernie/Hannah |
[24 Nov 2008|04:49pm] |
Warded to Ernie + Hannah + Justin
I realize that this will make me sound like a complete, and utter ponce, however... I could use your help with a bit of a shopping dilemma I have.
I want to buy a ring, but I'm afraid I'm going to pick out one that she'll think is hideous (that's where you come in, Hannah!) and I'm equally as afraid that I'll lose the nerve to finally do so (that's where you come in, Justin!).
Lunch is on me when we go. Not that I feel that I need to bribe you two for help, just that I feel like it'd be a token of my appreciation. Oh, and it goes without saying, but don't tell that incredibly gorgeous blonde that I happen to be dating.
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| Private: Work Related Stuff. |
[12 Nov 2008|03:48pm] |
[Private]
Proposal for amending the Journal Network project - notes
Many people feel constricted by the fact that the project has a mandatory factor to it
They do not agree that they should have to "opt" out
The journals are useful, and many people seem to enjoy them
They feel like it's a bit socially - hm, think of a better word for constricting - knowing the Ministry reads and monitors the project
They have helped heaps in the communications department
Faster and more convenient than owls
The mandatory aspect helps integrate the new tools into the society quicker
Perhaps instead of incessant reminders and "threats" if the journal is not updated - rewarding those who use the network often would be better incentive
Instead of it being mandated by the Ministry, perhaps we can work with organizations to have them mandate journal ownership via the work places - changing the preferred type of correspondence to journaling instead of owling
Proposal for integrating the muggle telephone project - notes
More convenient than the Floo Call
Making Floo Calls can clog up the Floo Network & create interesting (re: bad) consequences when someone is on a Floo Call in a fireplace someone else is trying to Floo into
Simplifies our Floo System, making Floo Travel more convenient
Easier to integrate with the Muggle society, if Muggle relatives/friends/etc... can ring a person without much difficulty
Telephones would be far more convenient than owls - instant conversations
Many wizards are Muggleborn or HalfBlood, and might already be familiar with the technology. Some wizards and witches in more Muggle-centric areas already have the devices
Staff can be trained to help install and teach those who are unfamiliar with the technology how to use it
Honestly? We're beings who are capable of magic, it makes no sense that we would be eons behind Muggles when it comes to technology.
The future is heading in a Modern direction - will we be at the forefront of this race or be left behind in the dust?
Proposal for a United Wizarding Council
It's about time we connected to the wizarding districts of all countries - and not just for sports
By coming together, we become stronger
We will better be able to handle crime and threats if we can count on the aid of our neighbour Ministries
An international portkey agency can be set up to better assist Wizards and Witches who travel abroad
London has become the hub bub in Wizarding Entertainment, British Witches and Wizards are constantly trying to get international travel means.
Tourism. Think of the galleons that tourinsm will help bring in.
A similar sort of world community seems to have worked for the Muggles, it would be fascinating if we could work something out as well.
Exchange program among magical schools?
A Wizarding "Olympics"?
Portkey & Floo Network Hubs in various spots all around the globe. Mediwitches on hand, a rest area, etc.. to make traveling more comfortable and protect against those magical catastrophes.
To do:
1. RESEARCH. I haven't done enough.
2. Ask friends and families their thoughts and opinions on the ideas
3. Draft proposals
4. Schedule a meeting with the Minister & his administrators
5. Update my resume (just in case there will be a job offering for an administrative position.)
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| 007, |
[03 Nov 2008|01:40pm] |
Perhaps, it's entirely possible, that I'm completely biased... However, am I the only one who gets utterly frustrated and fed up with all the "The big bad Ministry is forcing me to update my journal" entries that flood the network every so often?
Honestly? Writing in a journal is not the worse thing in the world. There are ways to get out of doing so, if you wish to go through the process of electing out of this project. Trust me, writing an occasional entry from time to time is MUCH easier, so get over yourself and stop the bloody cryin' about it already.
There are reasons for our policies, even if you cannot comprehend what they are.
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| Memo to the Minster of Magic |
[27 Oct 2008|07:13pm] |
Memo to the Minister of Magic
Proposal for Proper Integration & Assimilation
Written by Ernest Macmillan
As our future rapidly approaches us we have to take the time and ask ourselves: are we heading in the right direction? If I were to answer that I would answer it with a very hesitant yes. The right direction, perhaps, but rapidly enough? Probably not. There is a clear and distinct divide between the magical and muggle realms, and while I do not suggest we abolish the privacy act, I do believe it is time this divide should be lessened.
What is the best way to hide our lives from muggles? It isn't magical means, to be completely honest, it's blending in. If we want to keep our abilities to ourselves the best and easiest way would be to assimilate to their culture and blend in with the muggles. After all, if we are not acting bizarre on the chance they get a glimpse of one of us, then why should they suspect we have capabilities they could only dream of?
Section 1: Technology
The primary focus of this proposal is on the technological advances that the muggles have achieved that we are sorely lacking. We should start small in this process, with the installation of muggle telephones in every wizarding household and estate. Proper training ought to be used to help wizards and witches adapt to the new device.
After the successful integration of telephones, I propose we move on to another technological advance that's common place for muggles: the computer. Television, telephones, and computers tend to be things that all muggles take for granted that everyone knows how to use them, so if we were to blend in with muggles we, ourselves, would be aware of and used to using such items.
Section 2: The Privacy Act
The wizarding secrecy act should not be abolished, however, it does need to be ammended. Many wizards and witches marry muggles and have mixed families. Muggles who are married to a witch or wizard, the parent of a witch or wizard, etc, should be treated in the same manner that a squib would be treated. That is, instead of excluding them from our world entirely, allowing them to come to magical events and places along side their magical family. However, we could ensure our secrecy by having those muggles sign a contract prior to entering into our world with their loved ones. The contract could be charmed so if they attempt to spill any secret about the magical world and the existance of magical beings to a non-magical entity, they would instantly lose their memory of the events/places/people, or their ability to speak.
Such a contract should be written up and signed when a muggle marries any witch or wizard, or signed by the gaurdians of a witch or wizard in the case of muggle borns. This solves the problem of needing secrecy, however, it also allows the integrated families to become truly integrated, something they have yet to become based on the current secrecy laws.
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| 005. Mistakenly NOT warded to Verity // Public |
[15 Oct 2008|08:39pm] |
Verity, darling, I'm running late at the Ministry tonight. At this moment, I'm not entirely certain when I'll be able to leave. I know we had dinner plans for the evening, but I may not be off work until much later. You're welcome to stay at my flat, though, and if you're there when I return.. would you like me to wake you should you be sleeping?
Also, before I forget, when would be a good time in your schedule to take a hiatus from work? A week long hiatus, to be more specific.
Love you.
(I would have owled but the owls are frantically busy tonight. I'll explain later.)
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| 004. |
[08 Oct 2008|07:16pm] |
How would one go about booking a genuine African safari? What's the best method of travel for such a long distant journey - certainly not brooms. Apparating - can you truly apparate that distance? I'm sure it would increase the chance of splinching. The Floo network is so incredibly dirty. I'm sure we'd have to floo here and there, taking multiple stops until we get there. Is there a direct floo from here to Africa? Portkeys, can they manage that distance?
Forgive my ignorance, I haven't done that much long distance traveling before. I know that there are people who travel frequently as a part of their chosen career paths, for those of you who do... what would be the ideal way for two to travel from London to Africa? Ideal in the sense of comfort and cleanliness - I hate the filthy feeling from floos - as well as speed. I'd hate to spend days just getting to our destination. Unfortunately, I can't wander away from the Ministry for that long.
This is all... "hypothetical", of course.
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| 003. |
[26 Sep 2008|10:39pm] |
While I appreciate the fact that everyone is entitled to their own opinions, there are some issues that opinions should be left up to those directly involved, not to the public at large. For example, on the topic of my -very committed- relationship to Verity... I respect that there are many people who think that I should go against everything that I was taught to believe in and have her move in with me, now, even though we are unwed. However, I do not agree with the notion that that should happen. Least of all, I do not want us to do something rash that we would regret. Well, that, and have you met my mother??
Second, on the topic of why we are not married: I don't really know how to answer that one That really isn't the business of the general masses. After all, if I begin justifying my actions - or, I suppose lack of actions in this case - to people then next thing we know there's some long drawn out article about how the future Minister of Magic is afraid to commit, even to a bird as utterly irresistible as Verity Berick. I am not simply going to propose to her just because people have left me comments in this journal network to do so.
I'm going to propose to her because I know I cannot live without her. Well, I could. I just wouldn't want to.
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| 002. The other side of the story.. |
[19 Sep 2008|02:31am] |
In reference to the Girl v. Boy Hypothetical situation that Verity brought up which was very apparent who it was about anyway the HYPOTHETICAL Boy would like his side of the issue brought up.
Boy happens to think Girl is absolute Aces. In fact, he's absolutely NUTTERS about Girl, and couldn't imagine being with any other girl and the idea of Girl being with another Bloke makes him sick. However, Boy STILL thinks that it is not proper for Boy and Girl to live together before they are married. Particularly because Boys parents would.. well, Boy really doesn't want to even dwell on that WHAT IF. Boy is committed to Girl, and loves her very much, he just wants to do things in the proper manner, so that neither Boy NOR Girl have regrets.
That is all.
AND NO. Boy does NOT like the idea of Girl moving in with her PLATONIC MALE FRIEND nor does he like the idea of her FAKING SPAWN and thinks both ideas are utterly absurd and wishes the masses would stop giving Girl BAD ADVICE.
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| 001. Writing.. finally. |
[02 Sep 2008|09:56pm] |
It was only a matter of time - well, clearly a prolonged matter of time - before I utilized my journal properly. I had been skimming reading the entries on the network, but have yet to make an actual public entry. I suppose that doesn't set a good example considering my job is within the Ministry that demands we use them. However, some of us have REAL jobs and do not have time to dally about writing out our thoughts
Verity can stop bugging me about this, now. Merlin knows, I'd do anything for her, even if these hadn't been ministry ordered
Also, speaking of Verity, whom I adore, really, I would just like to state this disclaimer: only believe half of what she says about me. The woman is a devil my devil, she likes to mislead people into believing false information. (But I love you, Ver!)
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