On the other hand (was Re: Disliked Uncle Vernon)

[Kimberly]

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(Alla's comment)
>Actually, yes, I do believe that Harry would have been safe growing 
>up with Dumbledore.

>He is the only one Voldy ever feared, is he not? Had Harry been 
>growing up with Dumbledore (in his home, whereever that is, not in 
>Hogwarts), he would have been protected by one of the most powerful 
>wizards ever. 


(Kimberly's comments)
But, the charm that Dumbledore placed on Harry stated that the place Harry
called home, be that of a blood relative. It sealed the bond of blood that was set in motion with Lily's own sacrifice. Yes, Dumbledore could have probably come up with another plan but perhaps this  bond of blood is the strongest there is, thereby making it necessary for Harry to reside with a relative.    That brings us back to the Dursleys.   

Kimberly