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Reviewer: FlaGinnyGirl Signed Date: 2010.04.21 - 01:31AM Title: Foolish Wand Waving

Harry's reaction to reading the 'Potter book' was heartwarming, I know I've used that word a lot in my reveiws but it's the only word that does his feelings proper justice.
Weasley boys to the RESCUE - of thier 'brother'. It was great when Ron said "whatever you say Hermionie." and she stated that they weren't known for being rabble-rousers ....YET. VERY funny.
Of course Ginny could tell when Hary got ambubshed, poor dear.
WOW, what a chapter, I had to sit for a minute after I finished it and just let it all wash over me - wow, that chapter was DEEP.
It was very rewarding to see all of Harry's frienda come together like that and teh scene in the cave with Mum and Dad was touching, even in the afterlife they are advsing thier son. It was good of them to reassure Harry that it was ok to feel close to Molly and Arthur, it's what they would have wanted and who they would have wanted hin to be close to. I think that was the best chapter so far.
Oh and also - Harry coming to the conclusions he did about what he read in the Potter book. (Ginny already figured it out ;-)

Author's Response: Wow, Bev, what an incredible review! Harry's on his way, so lots of action occurs in this chapter. The book is one more item that gives H a sense of family, something that was totally missing during the Dursley decade. I'm glad you enjoyed my attempts at humor. I wanted Hermione to have that 'rabble-rousers . . . yet' line, because it played against character. All of the Weasleys were involved in the ambush - the boys in rescuing him and Ginny having experienced what Harry felt.

Your comment about letting 'it all wash over me' and saying it's the best chapter yet really mean a lot to me - thank you. Harry is just beginning to realize he has a lot of people who care for him, from Ginny, the Weasleys and his parents to his school friends, Lupin and McG. Lastly, Harry had to learn how to best utilize the Potter book. Ginny (of course) and Remus prove to be invaluable when they point out that it's interesting and provides insight into his ancestors, but it's not a to do list for him or way for an eleven year old to act. You can imagine how much fun I had writing this chapter. Thanks, Bev! -- Jim



Reviewer: FlaGinnyGirl Signed Date: 2010.04.21 - 12:18AM Title: Foolish Wand Waving

LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT - what a FABULOUS story ( falling ticker tape)

I'll submit the 'real' review next but I thought your 1000th should be special ;-D

Author's Response: Thanks, sweetie!!! It seems fitting that one of the quartet wrote the 1,000th review. I LOVE IT x 3. Now all I have to do is get this ticker tape out of my hair. Your effusive reviews have been the highlight of my day since you began reading SH, and I know you know how great that feels. Now, on to the 'real' review. :-) Jim



Reviewer: hpf2114 Signed Date: 2009.12.03 - 11:58PM Title: Foolish Wand Waving

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Reviewer: piltad Signed Date: 2008.10.13 - 03:52AM Title: Foolish Wand Waving

Well there is a connection that is for sure and it sure isn't just an ordinary old thing between Harry and Ginny you have gone past that with Ginny feeling it so far away you say this isn't a soul bond but it is sure like it I will say that.

Do love the idea of Potter Philosophy and Harry starting comparing himself to Arthur though I do think if he knew the whole prophecy he could really draw a lot of connections like you already have him doing though I wonder if he is completely ready for it and won't fly off the handle. But do think he is pretty dang close to being OK and I think Potter Philosophy probably will have a lot to do with him just accepting it.

I really don't know what to think on Snape. Really was excited on Malfoy blaming him thought that was a heck of a twist but alas he was just lying I am not completely sold on Snape being a good guy but you do have me close to it.

Author's Response: No mindspeak, feeling of emotions at the same time, or shared abilities. Had I continued the story, that would have become more obvious.

The Potter Philosophy was created to help provide a structure for Harry to better understand what was happening and his place in it. But I also wanted to show the family's centuries old philosophy of helping people, which is certainly one of Harry's outstanding qualities.

Snape is an enigma, and I wanted to convey that throughout the story. Thanks again, Jim



Reviewer: charlz1983 Signed Date: 2008.09.18 - 07:32AM Title: Foolish Wand Waving

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i find i like your percy, as he is out of canon, but a bit more humanised! i wonder what made him and the other go after harry, or were they just adhearing to their promise?

and for malfoy t blurt out that snape told them to do it, would indicate some truth in that story.

ginny feeling what had happened to harry, there is obviously some sort of bond or connection that started a while ago, but has not manifested itself until now! i think that will be interesting to see.

but then, to contradict myself as i am going thro the chapter, snape has his 'moment' with harry, and he is on his own, when he could have done anything. so maybe the is a nice side to him after all. we shall wait with bated breath for that one!

i like how you make harry similar to arthur. its a word used in english lit and its on the tip of my tongue, but i can't remember it, when you use something to symbolise another, bugger!
anyway, i could totally see dumbledore to harry's merlin, but they still need to build some very much needed bridges!

Author's Response: Hi charlz, With several characters, including Percy, I've taken secondary qualities and brought them to the front. With P, it's family, especially having seen what the absence can do when Harry joined the Weasleys. Percy and his brothers realized Harry was out without the promised protection. Hence, their mad dash toward the library.

The question with Malfoy, was he saying anything to deflect the blame? No comment. :-) I try not to use bond or even connection in regard to H and G's relationship. What I've tried to show is how they were meant for each other. They don't have any of the qualities Peter's older H/G had or Sovran's couple, for instance.

Harry's never had a postive male role model, so Arthur fills in very well. An impressionable 11-year old would emulate that person to some degree. Let me know what the missing word is, because you've got me curious now! :-)Ideally, DD and Harry's relationship will evolve into a mentoring one. Lots of bridges needed at this point! Thanks for such a thoughtful review. -- Jim



Reviewer: Belcris Signed Date: 2008.09.02 - 08:33PM Title: Foolish Wand Waving

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Crud... you made me tear up. How manly is that? *grumble* Great chapter though. :) Chris

Author's Response: Hey, if I got to a manly man, then I did my job right! Thanks for the comments. -- Jim



Reviewer: Abraxan Signed Date: 2008.08.28 - 11:03AM Title: Foolish Wand Waving

It's about time he woke up! And Snape's visit was quite interesting! If Ginny's doing first year work and getting it checked, she could just slide into first year herself, seems to me - and I'll bet that's where you're going.

Abraxan

Author's Response: Lynda, I think by now you know the answer to where we were going. Couldn't have it any other way! Thanks, Jim



Reviewer: bransfolly Signed Date: 2008.08.11 - 10:42PM Title: Foolish Wand Waving

Jim,

Just wondering why it appears you changed tact midway with Snape and a frienndship wiyh LillyPaul

Author's Response: Paul,

You know there's not much I can say about that. Wait until you see the next chapter. I'm still trying to figure the guy out! :-) -- Jim



Reviewer: Dumbledor Signed Date: 2008.08.10 - 08:40PM Title: Foolish Wand Waving

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I've just finished reading where Harry wakes up in the medical wing with Ginny watching over him. I do hope you continue writing. You've written a fabulous story, on Par with JKR. YOu've provided plenty of background material on how the characters think and why they act. Please, continue writing. You're an asset to us who love to read. Thank you, for your time. Tom

Author's Response: Tom, "On par with JKR? You're too kind to me! I do try to give the readers enough background so they can get to know the characters, especially since I've tweaked many of them from their canon personalities. Thank you for another great review. -- Jim



Reviewer: DebbieO Signed Date: 2008.08.10 - 12:09PM Title: Foolish Wand Waving

Right...cool. I had forgotten that Malfoy had run into Harry regularly. Harry is predictable and didn't take Malfoy as a threat seriously enough.

I really do like this story. I hope my review didn't come off negative. The mama in me can't stand Harry spending a minute of his life neglected by those who are supposed to love him. As a mother, I can tell you that I would not be away from my comatose child for long. Particularly since it had just happened. I can see that when a coma extends for months people have to go back to their lives and entrust their loved ones to others. I also totally understand that Arthur would have to go to work. However, Molly is a housewife and Ginny is homeschooled. There is absolutely no logical reason that they can't spend a good bit of their time doing whatever they can to help Harry. But, it upped the drama and there you go.

I'm very glad the coma's over! :) Awake Harry is more interesting than unconscious Harry as a general rule (yes, I'm being silly).

Author's Response: Hi Deb, I do try to sneak things in there, like Draco showing up like a bad penny!

I did not think your review was negative. As a parent myself, I understand perfectly what you were saying and agree 100% in real life terms. For writing, as you know from your own experience, different priorities come into play, as I enumerated, plus it would have gotten really crowded around that bed! :-) Perhaps a better approach would have been Molly wanting to stay and finally, reluctantly capitulating. Hindsight, eh?

LOL - about awake vs unconscious Harry. Rest assured (bad pun), he'll be very active in Ch 28. Thanks for writing back! -- Jim



Reviewer: DebbieO Signed Date: 2008.08.09 - 03:10PM Title: Foolish Wand Waving

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This was good. I like the ties to Arthurian legend particularly. Snape's visit was interesting. He seems more solidly on the side of right than it originally appeared.

It seemed very easy for Malfoy and his groupies to find and attack Harry. Does he have a Maurader's Map type device? Or is someone else involved?

I found it unlikely that the Weasley's would just leave Harry in the hospital unconscious and not return frequently to try and help him. Parents don't typically leave their children in those types of situations for extended periods, and they have taken him in and appear to love him. Hermione's big solution (Ginny) was very obvious and I would have thought the adults involved might have come up with it on their own. I admit that adults frequently overlook children as potential aides in a crisis, but Ginny's being the one person that Harry has always responded to should have tipped them off earlier.

I really liked Harry's storm dream. It was very symbolic of his feelings of helplessness. I liked the way you described the Dumbledore figure looming over him too.

On the whole, a very entertaining chapter. I'll be happy to have more time with Harry awake, though.

Author's Response: Hi DebbieO, You may recall that Draco had run into Harry several previous times. Those incidents were not coincidental, so Draco has been keeping an eye on him. Harry, on the other hand, does have the Marauders Map, but he had gotten too comfortable and didn't look at it. Bad combination.

Here's my thinking on the Weasleys returning home. They both know that Ginny has the strongest connection to Harry, since they've seen her pull him out of his shell before. So, they have great confidence in her ability to see him through this problem. They also have confidence in Madame Pomfrey, McGonagall, and Remus to supply the proper supervision, and Dumbledore to a lesser extent. They also are aware that Harry's friends will be visiting and reading/conversing with him on a daily basis. Lastly, Harry is in a coma, so there's not much they can do that already isn't being done. Mr and Mrs Weasley do love Harry but feel he is in very good hands, based on everything above. Oh, and Hermione just came up with the suggestion to bring back Ginny, because she saw how close H and G were the first time G was at the hospital and based on Ron's comments to her. McG would have come to the same conclustion, but Hermione was too quick.

I love your use of "looming" for DD. He definitely has a looming presence in Harry's life, and I'm really glad you got what I was trying to convey through the dream.

Harry will be awake - not in a coma - from now on! Thanks, as always, for leaving your comments. -- Jim



Reviewer: lkc159 Signed Date: 2008.08.09 - 09:03AM Title: Foolish Wand Waving

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PLEASE. Don't make this a Bond story. There are plenty good ones over there but honestly, it's getting overused and cliche.

I wrote a reasonable length review a few days back, and when I was about to hit the submit button the comuter hanged. Crap xD

So I'll try to give this chapter this review it deserves, but sorry if it seems a little rushed.

Snape... how terrible it must be for him. His devotion to Lily, Harry having Lily's eyes, as well as Lily's character in the face of the one person he hates the most... He must be really torn. I don't know about you but I think he's one of the best written characters in HP. Not in terms of development, but overall. So, is Snape still going to be nice, or is he going to revert back to his original ways? Being the intelligent man that he is, he should guess that LV is going to return sooner than later...

Draco... is really stupid. The tension between Snape and Draco is growing thicker chapter after chapter. Will Draco blab to the Dark Lord about Snape's probable treachery, when he is resurructed, if at all? And for the attack on Harry, I hope he gets his comeuppance. Something really humiliating. Plot revenge on Malfoy, eh?

I like the Potter Philosophy. It's good, and makes sense, as opposed to some ideals that have cropped up over the years. Life is the same thing, isn't it? The pioneers who take the first, babby steps and make the future roads much easier for others to travel...

Anyway, another fantastically well written chapter.

And I hope this isn't a fic where Harry goes in and out the hospital more than Hermione goes to the library. >.

Author's Response: Hi lkc, Don't you hate when you lose a review - or whatever you've written? I never write the second with the depth I did the first. Regardless, I always appreciate your perceptive reviews.

This is not a bond story. But, it is a story about two children who have an instinctive understanding of the other. I realize this may be splitting hairs to some people, but there will not be "mind speaking," continuous shared emotions, similar skills, etc. As you point out, there are several excellent bond stories already, and it is not my intent to follow in that direction. I do hope this calms your concern.

I really wish I could tell you more about my approach to Snape. Suffice it to say, he is a very intelligent and complex man, who like Harry is pulled in several different directions. Draco is finding out the world doesn't revolve around him and is reacting as a petulant child. We'll find out in the next chapter, or the one after that, what DD decides to do as punishment.

I'm really glad you like the Potter Philosophy. I wanted something to connect Harry to his full family and provide for the first time that he belongs in a world his ancestors have been part of for many centuries. We'll see more of it in the next chapter. Oh, we won't have Harry getting his own bed in the hospital.

Thank you so much for another great review! -- Jim



Reviewer: pippan121 Signed Date: 2008.08.05 - 11:29PM Title: Foolish Wand Waving

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WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I finally decided to give this story a chance and it has BLOWN ME AWAY!!!!!!!!!! The feelings, emotions, and reactions are staggering. I'm very impressed with the connections shown. This story is amazing and my only problem now is waiting for the next chapter.

Author's Response: Hi Pippan, Thanks for giving the story a chance and for all the nice compliments. I'm really pleased that you're enjoying it. The next chapter is about half completed. Thanks for your comments. -- Jim



Reviewer: ProfessorBinns Signed Date: 2008.08.05 - 11:12PM Title: Foolish Wand Waving

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Wow, another great chapter. I like how you managed to get Ginny and Harry in the same place again. It's also good to see some progress with Dumbledore. Along with his other extraordinary abilities, your Harry has extraordinary imagination/dreaming. Thanks!

Author's Response: Thanks, Professor! Even with Harry's friends, he needed Ginny to pull him out of the coma. The dreams are a fun way to show some of Harry's deeper thoughts. Thanks for reviewing. -- Jim



Reviewer: TheHiddenSeer Signed Date: 2008.08.01 - 08:20PM Title: Foolish Wand Waving

You should make a motto.

Like change "Only you can prevent forest fires" to "Only you can save Harry".


That'd be so cool.

Author's Response: Hi THS, The motto would be perfect for Ginny. But she also has the support of lots of students, faculty and her parents in trying to bring Harry back. Thanks for reviewing. -- Jim



Reviewer: MyGinevra Signed Date: 2008.08.01 - 07:53PM Title: Foolish Wand Waving

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Jim,

The story is becoming more compelling and emotional with each chapter. For me, the high point of course was the presence of Ginny to nurse Harry back to the world. Her plea to return to her was beautiful, and brought the expected tear to my eye.

So, is Malfoy acting on his own nastiness or is someone else behind him, someone even darker? And Snape's last comment about people he owes was extremely puzzling and disturbing. Time will tell.

The moments that jumped out at me in this chapter: The students from the four houses entering the Gryffindor common room; Ron and Hermione finally hitting it off; two lines concerning Ginny: "Ginny looked beyond distraught" and "'I just understood what he's feeling.'" Other great moments were the students' talking to Harry about how much he meant to them, and the fact that Harry's distress was bringing so many people together.

The entire sequence of Harry's unconscious voyage through the storm and into the cave, then to the castle, was pure evocation of his inner torment. And now he'll wake up to find Ginny next to him... :-)

Great chapter, once again! Hurry it up with the update!

Peter

Author's Response: Hi Peter, We had to get Ginny back somehow, eh? I think at this point the two kids are so close that they feel incomplete without the other. Hence, Ginny's plea. I thought it would get you! :-)

Thanks for getting the multiple possibilities with both Malfoy and Snape. Time will provide some answers. Also, you know how great it makes me feel when people pick out some of my favorite scenes and symbols (can I say that and not sound immodest?).

Now it's time for Ginny to work her magic on Harry. I'm beginning work on the next chapter, so stop sounding like one of your pushy reviewers! :-) Thanks for another wonderful review that caught what I was trying to convey. -- Jim



Reviewer: Quackpotty Signed Date: 2008.08.01 - 03:04PM Title: Foolish Wand Waving

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Nice chapter. It was a little confusing as to what you're doing with all the things Harry was seeing around him in this chapter whilst he was out, but I thought it was okay. It looks like Dumbledore is getting a dose of humanity, which is nice. Snape too. I'm enjoying this fic, and although this chapter moved fairly slowly, I did still like it. I'm looking forward to the next chapter.

BTW, is this going to be a sort of soul bond fic? That would be AwEsOmE! Amazing! Fantastic! Brilliant! Peanut Butter! Erm, I'm a little random, but then again, all random people are. I can't wait to see what you're developing between Harry and Ginny, so please update as soon as humanely possible. Thanks!

Author's Response: Quackpotty, Saving Harry is definitely not a soul bond story. Instead, H and G are two people who instinctively understand each other. I'll try to get the next chapter out quickly! -- Jim



Reviewer: Seeker Sis Signed Date: 2008.07.31 - 11:42PM Title: Foolish Wand Waving

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Jim,

Love the way H and G write to each other, especially their endings of "Your best friend." I smiled ear to ear as I read their letters. I expected the attack on Harry to come on his way to the Owlery, so it was good that you waited until after, very effectively building the suspense. "Percy quieted the cacophony," loved this because cacophony is one of my favorite words. I love the connection you have created between Harry and Ginny, especially that it includes strong physical ramifications. I also like that you've extended it to Ginny's parents, so they respond when she deems it necessary. I recall a time when my older brother was in college and I, being much younger, was still at home. I had a really strong feeling something was wrong, so I asked my mother if I could call him. She understood my need and answered in the affirmative. When I finally got a hold of him, via a fellow student, I found he indeed was ill. I couldn't help, but I could give him my sympathy and more importantly, the knowledge that he was with me even when he wasn't! Your scene of Arthur popping in the fireplace in DD's office and Ginny's explanation to McGonagall brought it all back! WOW! Loved, loved, loved the raging waves that pelted Harry, so symbolic. The two other small boats, already slammed into the rocks, were a perfect symbol of his parents. Excellent. I really like the contrast between the heat that was burning him up and the destructive nature of water, both so necessary for life but when used to excess, are deadly. Not a good spot for a young lad. Loved DD's emergence in the same angry sea. Although it feels wrong in the beginning, Harry's ability to be mad at his parents is such a big step toward Harry's internal reconciliation and, no doubt, it will help him begin to see that you can get mad at people who love you and that anger will not cause them to stop loving or supporting you and that they always will be there. There is such a thing as unconditional love. How wonderful that you brought Hermione in to help everyone else see that Harry needed Ginny. Quite intuitive and unselfish of her! Great addition. Love the way the group makes sure others are acknowledged when acknowledgment is due them, as was the case with Hermione telling Professor McGonagall Ron's words helped her arrive at her insight about Ginny's connection to Harry. As usual, you once again prove yourself to be the Master of Cliffhangers! I can see you devilishly rubbing your hands together, laughing with your head thrown back, as you leave us Ginny being awakened by an electrical current and the sound of "G. . .Ginny?" Get busy, Seeker Man, and give us chapter 28!

Your biggest fan,
YLS

Author's Response: Hi Seeker Sis! What an incredible review! I thought at this point in their relationship H and G would use "best friend" instead of something generic or "love." You'll remember I had Draco show up several times when H went to the Owlery, but H had to get his letter off to Ginny, so the attack had to be after. I liked the sound of Percy's line, with its alliteration. Thanks for picking that up, plus the ocean, two boats and Neptune/DD symbols.

Isn't it interesting to have shared a similar emotional connection as H and G have? I think at this points all the involved adults as well as Harry's friends defer to Ginny's thoughts and insights into all things Harry (as well they should!). Support is such a theme in the story, and I wanted to show that H has it from many people, including his parents, who understood his anger and still returned to help him.

I have to admit when I got to the end of the chapter, that ending sequence literally jumped into my mind, but I won't admit to laughing devilishly! Thanks again for such a wonderful review! -- Jim/YBB



Reviewer: johnapple Signed Date: 2008.07.31 - 10:10PM Title: Foolish Wand Waving

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Wow!!! What a wonderful story. Thank you, I hope to read more of the same.

Author's Response: Johnapple, We'll get even more of Ginny and Harry next chapter. Hope you'll like it. Thanks, Jim



Reviewer: buff802y Signed Date: 2008.07.31 - 10:09PM Title: Foolish Wand Waving

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wow!!! i absolutely love your story. it so rocks!!! i know i have asked this before, but are you going to continue this with all 7 books? i think you should.
awesome!!!!

Author's Response: Hi Buffy, Thanks for your great comments! In answer to your question, I have no plans at this time to continue the story past first year. The idea behind the story was to examine the effects growing up at the Dursleys would have on Harry as entered Hogwarts and the wizarding world. -- Jim




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