R/H respect?

[shagufta_naazpk2000]

No: HPFGUIDX 134810

--- In HPforGrownups at yahoogroups.com, "Richard" <darkmatter30 at y...> 
wrote:
>>  However, I still have problems with a R/H ship.  As noted 
> above, respect is an absolute requirement for love, and I don't see 
> them respecting each other in the manner and degree that would 
support 
> a solid, enduring love.  

Hi
I agree respect is a vital requirement for lasting love, and i 
personally feel there is mutual respect in this relationship. Ron 
obviously thinks highly (and rightly so) of Hermione's intellect and 
academic capabilities (i would have told him you were the smartest in 
the year or words to that effect in HBP)and while Hermione has a 
more...um...maternal (for lack of another word) attitude towards Ron, 
i think she respects him for the person he is and the values he 
embodies. One of my favourite scenes is from OotP where she has 
refused to help them with their homework, then Ron gets that awful 
letter from Percy. His reaction to it shows his absolute loyalty to 
Harry and Hermione finds it very touching, so much so that she offers 
to read through and correct their essays (i know H/Hr shipper may 
have a different take on it but thats how i read it)

just my two cents
shagufta
(who cant believe this is her third post in five minutes after four 
years of uninterrupted lurking)