[HPforGrownups] Re: Molly and Harry (was:Respecting the Dursleys...)

[Jane Penhaligon]

No: HPFGUIDX 160115

> Tesha:
> I think she treats Harry with respect and kindness. 
> She knows what he's gone through, and wants to give him a 
> little peace. She makes him sweaters and fudge, gives him a 
> kiss and {perhaps} let's him feel almost normal.
> Just think of what he's gone through, the ups and downs.
> The calmness he finds in her must be wonderful for him.

Panhandle:

Great point, Tesha.  I am currently listening to Stephen Fry reading
Half-Blood Prince and was struck by the exchange between Harry and Molly as
the students are preparing to return to Hogwarts after spending Christmas at
the Burrow ...

Quoting from Chapter 17: A Sluggish Memory
Mrs. Weasley sobbed harder than ever as she enfolded Harry in her arms.
'Promise me you'll look after yourself ... stay out of trouble ...'
'I always do, Mrs. Weasley,' said Harry. 'I like a quiet life, you know me.'

I have always loved Harry's response to Molly here. On the surface, it
sounds some ironic. But I do believe that deep down, Harry would love
nothing more than a nice, quiet life with Ginny at the Burrow. A houseful of
kids to teach how to fly and to play Quidditch, a garden, and quiet evenings
by the fire listening to the Wizarding Wireless.  He'll have earned all
that, assuming he survives, which I dearly hope he does.

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