Now I know where Remus got his talent to be so reasonable. I always thought his mother would be the one to try and let him have things other boys his age have. Ignorance is bliss in this case. But Remus does think like his father, but who can blame him? And my first thought when he accepted that invitation was 'what is he going to wear?' I knew his mother must have received a formal invitation! She's amazing. A woman from a 19th century novel. That scene with the pictures and the dress!She's like some house spirit who works tirelessly. I've realized Remus is a lot like her. And I loved how she didn't care she was in a muggle cheers for strong female characters. But Remus's father should have told those words to his son a long time ago. I wonder whether it isn't guilt and not shame Remus notices in his voice. But I do love how his father says,'may I?' And I'll unnecessarily repeat myself, but that scene with the pictures and the dress was absolutely wonderful.

Your images are so vivid. The description of that tea was scrumptious. I want to taste that pie. It's a pity there isn't any left as Mr. Lupin ate the last piece *sigh*. Now i'm thinking he's going to commit a crime or something. I suspect that boy might be Snape. But it's a bit early for him to know this, when even Remus's friends don't know yet. You know how to keep suspense. This is not fanfiction, it's pure is a living proof of how important it is to have a functional family and how easy life is when you have no issues. Remus's family is great but that secrecy wore them all out. When I think of the word that could describe Remus's ordinary state in this house, the one that comes to mind is desolation. He drinks in every word of praise and every minute spent with his friends. I'm looking forward to that dinner at the house of most ancient etc.

So he's leaving her?I'm too angry to write anything coherent. How will she take care of Remus after the full moon? And he wanted to leave before, did he? And Remus is punishing himself again, this time by sitting in his transformation room. It depresses me even to read this. But apparently it is true that opposites attract, at least as far as friends are concerned. But maybe he isn't leaving and I got it all wrong. This whole chapter reminds me strongly of the little house on the prairie. I've noticed this in some other places, but here it's so clear that I can even hear Remus saying,'yes,sir', in his quiet voice.

I'm beginning to think there should be some term for Remus's belief that he deserves to suffer pain because of those lies he I realize the difference between his position and those where some condition is obvious. He should have told them the truth and if they didn't want to be with him, it would be their problem. I'm just hoping his parents aren't going to divorce or something. But it's so amazing to watch James And Sirius helping Remus. Teenagers aren't exactly fond of those who are in need of help. That's why this particular group interests me so.

My favourite part in this chapter was the scene with madam Pomfrrey. She loves him, but who wouldn't? His friends won't leave him alone, I suspect.

Why do I have a suspicion that Peter knew who actually hexed the teacher? And well-done James. I laughed at Dumbledore's remark he'd try to find someone who doesn't have aversion to children. Oh my dear professor Dumbledore, you've just been looking at your future da da teacher who is the best teacher in the whole history of literature.30 chapters and my fondness for Remus is growing with every word. Sacking is too good for that teacher. I thought Remus might die. Such things do happen in PE lessons.

*applauds James for his remark to that pitiable excuse of a teacher*. I bet James runs slower on purpose. But I wanted to shake Remus when he took the blame.I loved the phrase "tiny cash of happy memories" and "...Peter Pettygrew, who couldn't manage to lift a table at all". I wanted to cry at Remus's words that Peter most probably wouldn't like his present. You are a really imaginative author. You keep me on the edge of my seat and portray Remus's emotions so vividly that I end up wanting to reach through the computer screen and hug him.

Your sense of humour will save from the doom and gloom, Im sure of it. "we could just camped out in the hospital wing" and "it's a flawless plan, except for the flaws" and " it would be lot more difficult to explain why the air was answering back" are such gems. I also forgot to say that I love it when you use the phrase "Remus squared his slight shoulders". There's just something so touching in that description. I loved that Sirius wasn't so successful in herbology. Fans seem to think he was such a genius. And that project sounded like a really good idea, and it's actually useful. "live a Llittle, learn a lot" was a great saying. I loved the line "taunting him with promisses of torment". You use such lines appropriately and they pull on my heart strings. I'm only not sure Sprout would use a phrase "shoddy work". It sounds a bit too informal, even for her. Oh and I've just realized how awkward that scene with Ted and Andromeda was. She's Remus's mother-in-law!*laughs* In my headcanon I married him, so it doesn't matter.

So Remus realized Peter is a source of I knew Peter wasn't stupid and knew they didn't like him as much as they liked Remus. But that line about others sleeping peacefully while Remus was throwing himself against the walls *gasp*. But that scar on his side worries me. And yet, I'd give anything to have Remus as a friend. There are very few people like him in this world. And Sirius doesn't want to use his brain at all. Remus has been waiting for that letter. It's wonderful to see he loves his parents so much. And he can't lie! That's just amazing.

I've tried imagining myself in a situation such as this many times. And I know I wouldn't have been able to do it either. That's the cost of fiting in, I this one hits close to home. Remus seems to like them, though. I suspect that after this event I wouldn't be very disappointed if they decided they no longer want to be my friends. At least this would mean not getting into trouble. Remus, on the other hand, is desperate to keep their friendship. But a part of me thinks he'd be better off on his own. Maybe he's the kind of person who wants human companionship. JK should read this story, and this chapter in particular.

Happy, well-adjusted individuals...He doesn't realize he already has issues, does he? For a moment I thought you were going to write about how his mother beats him at home. This is something I don't think is true. Her punishments are more,shall we say, dignified. But his parents not wanting him is something I don't get. I'd love to have Sirius's mother's point of view on this subject. That family doesn't fall into any of the categories I can think of. But that whole scene was just weird. If I were Sirius, I'd be terrified of mrs. Black, but he also seems to want to annoy her because I don't think he's a good boy at home. I'd love to know what is going on there. But I understand his jealousy. and Remus's too. It's nice to know you aren't damaged in any way, that your parents love you unconditionally and that there's nothing that would make them be ashamed of you. I loved that you drew a parallel between Remus and 's hard not to be jealous of someone like James.

Even though I'm sorry for Sirius, I do think he's a little selfish. His uncle and brother want him home, and his mother most probably even invited his uncle in order to convince Sirius to come home. Remus would give anything to be with his parents on Easter. And Snape apparently isn't so lonely if he can afford to refuse a friendship so willingly offered. I've said all along that those two were alike in many ways, glad you've included their interaction. On the other hand, if I were in Snape's shoes, I would most probably think, 'and once your friends are back, you'll be happy to ignore me.' So I understand him. But it was very kind of Remus to approach see all these different reactions in this chapter, I feel as though I were observing real people through some kind of screen or is going on with Remus's father? He could write to his son from time to time.

I had no idea people enjoyed watching others unwrap their presents. I'd love to get a home made gift, so I'll have to marry who sent those chocolates? His parents are just like my mother, giving me several gifts.

That first scene...I don't know what to say. When he said he could sit apart in the class and no one had to talk or work with him I had a strong desire to scream. I know what that's like when people ignore you, Remus certainly doesn't deserve this. But it's so unfair that he already has to see how people react to him. Of course I don't think that even adults would be ready for that sort of reaction. This story made me think of how we want everyone to be 'normal' so that we wouldn't have to feel uncomfortable or deal with the truth that people are scene with those cushions...I never thought he struggled in transfiguration. But that remark at the end, about Sirius's wand work being better than Remus's...I can hear Remus the teacher behind that remark. "Have any of you actually seen a pin cushion?" ha ha ha.I love that you reflect Remus's personality through such details, not many authors do that. Remus has a strong sense of right and wrong. That incident with the healer reminded me of Harry's situation in McGonagall and her 'as we have done for yu' . That sounds incredibly like manipulation to me.I hate when people do that. And I thought she was alright.

That duel was great. I'm glad you showed Remus is jealous. And the way he keeps referring to Peter and others as 'normal'.You present an interesting contrast between Remus and Peter, but I almost wanted to sob after reading those observations. And that paragraph about Remus's parents...I could say it was brilliant and it wouldn't be enough. But Remus's gratitude is so touching. I could almost imagine his mother kniting that scarf, or cleaning Remus up, or see his father in his dingy office...I strongly suspect the muggle journal madam Pomfrey was reading had something to do with muggle psychology. I keep saying someone should introduce this muggle science into the wizarding world. They are in desperate need of this. I bet it won't be long before they figure out what's going on with Remus. Now I think of it, in your story they already should be very suspicious. They only have to check the lunar calender *shudder*