Lily and Tuney and Sev, Oh My

[Lisa]

No: HPFGUIDX 176409

> Mike:
> This poverty issue I never quite understood. I mean, they can do 
> magic so why don't they fix up the clothes? Why didn't Molly do 
some 
> repairs and remodeling of Ron's dress robes? Why doesn't Eileen 
> modify Sev's smock into something resembling a real shirt? They 
have 
> the materials, just fix them up a little. C'mon mums!

Lisa:

You know, Mike, I've had the same thoughts, and formed my own 
conclusion.  You may not subscribe to it, but in "my" head, it's now 
canon, LOL!

Muggles have various abilities and talents -- apparently wizards and 
witches do, too.  My poor mom couldn't sew to save her life.  There 
is no way on earth she'd've ever been able to repair or "remodel" 
clothing of any kind.  Perhaps spells are specific talents, too.  
Molly might be a really talented witch when it comes to cooking 
spells, but just can't sufficiently master the sewing spells.  We've 
been told that Fleur's mother was exceptionally talented in 
housecleaning spells and had the Burrow cleaned ina jiffy.  Prior to 
the arrival of the Delacouers (sp?), Harry mused that he had never 
seen the Burrow looking so good, so Molly had obviously already done 
some cleaning of her own (with help of the rest of the family and 
Harry).  But Fleur's mom was apparently just more skilled at those 
specific spells.  Much like Harry isn't particularly adept at travel 
using Floo Powder, but is exceptional on a broom.

Just my idea!

Lisa