Another theme

[Karen]

No: HPFGUIDX 148405

Last post of the day, I promise. Also, if this has been brought up, 
sorry. I just haven't seen it addressed specifically.

Another recurring theme we see is how people cannot admit they are 
wrong and the damage that does, particularly to relationships. DD 
addressed it mildly in his statement to Harry about how often friends 
each believe what they have to say is more important (and more 
correctly "right"). We see it with Snape unable to accept that James 
wasn't in on the joke (no matter he didn't hear the specifics while 
unconscious, he certainly heard enough that he could at *least* 
question what he knew of events, but in his rage, his belief he is 
right, his need to hold a grudge he does not. I even think he truly 
believes that HRH really are confunded in his need to continue to 
believe he is right). Snape could also never admit he was wrong about 
Lupin not being the one who helps Sirius into the castle, even if he 
had evidence. We see it in the arguments between Hermione and Ron over 
Scabbers and Crookshanks and how it degrades their relationship. We see 
Harry struggle with it especially in regards to the potions book. We 
see it with Percy and his inability to admit he is wrong and the 
distress and discord in his family. Of course, I suppose it all boils 
down to pride. Pride goeth before a fall is demonstrated over and over 
in big and little ways.

I think one thing that could convince Harry that Snape is on the up and 
up is if Snape admits he is wrong. We have NEVER seen Snape admit this 
in any situation. And of course, we have the ultimate bet that LV is 
wrong about the power of love and that will most likely be his downfall.

Just some things that occurred to me this a.m. I promise no more posts 
today no matter how tempted!