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Harry,
I hope you do not mind me calling you by your given name, my dear. You remind me so much of my own son that I feel as if you are one of my own.Indeed, Finlay was as brave and noble as you – he constantly got into all sorts of shenanigans, but he always did manage to get it right in the end. (Except for his last scrape, but who would have thought that sticking your hand into a doxy’s nest could result in such grievous – and fatal – bodily harm? We certainly didn’t.)

Anyway, I am writing you to say I am not quite certain that Hogwarts is adequately equipped to take care of you. Oh, I have no doubt that Poppy Pomfrey (we went to Hogwarts together, do say hello for me) is a more than acceptable nurse, but still…maybe you should insist on being transferred to St Mungo’s? Especially with you being an orphan and all. My daughter, Bonnie, just recently finished her training as a Healer and I have no doubt that she would be more than happy to supervise your recuperation.

Well, ta for now and do get some rest, my dear. Send us an owl if you want Bonnie to come up for you. It’ll be no trouble at all.

Yrs affectionately,
Mrs Leslie McAllister
Dundee, Scotland

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Malfoy Manor

Dear Mr. Potter,

My wife and I wish to extend our condolences for your recent injury and our hopes for your complete recovery.

As one of the Governors of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, let me assure you that I will certainly investigate whatever administrative inefficiencies or lapses may have resulted in your mishap.

At such times as these, it may be worth reflecting on the fact that Hogwarts, like many places in the Wizarding world, is full of hazards and unforeseen dangers.It is often wise to avoid taking unnecessary risks.One’s friends, after all, can protect one only so far.

Cordially,
Lucius Malfoy

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Harry,
I was so sorry to hear about your accident.  I hope you feel better soon.

Love,
Leanne Laughlin

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Dear Harry,
Professor McGonagall has assured us that you’ll recover fully in the next day or two, and we’re very glad to hear that.  Caitlin’s been on a rampage about proper maintenance of the Quidditch pitch ever since we heard that the steps had given out.  She insisted on writing the Headmaster about it, though we don’t expect she’ll get a response.

We hope that all of your lessons are going well.  We’re looking forward to seeing you and Seamus for the holidays.

Get well soon,
Aoife & Darius

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Dear Harry,
My name is Ginny Weasley.  Percy, George, Fred, and Ron are my brothers.  Percy wrote about how you fell off the stairs at the Quidditch pitch.   Next time, try not to step where there isn’t a step.

I’m only joking.  Are you sure that one of the twins didn’t have something to do with it?  Don’t be afraid to tell them off if they did.  I finally had to hex them to stop them barging into my room.  I got caught with Mum’s wand, so I got in trouble, too.  But it worked.

I hope you feel better soon.

Love from,
Ginny

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Dear Potter,
We are so thrilled to hear about your good news.Goyle only regrets that he wasn't able to help you along.

Keep up the good work.You can count on us to make it easier next time.

Love and kisses,

Draco Malfoy

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Dear Mister Potter,
On behalf of all your housemates, let me wish you a speedy recovery.Gryffindor House isn't the same without you.

Sincerely yours,
Minerva McGonagall

P.S. A period of enforced bed-rest may be the ideal time to catch up on one's reading.While your Transfiguration work has certainly been competent thus far, a little extra polishing never hurts.

MM

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Harry,
I’m glad you’re feeling better.  I hope these cakes help.  Come and see me when you get out.  I’ve got something to show you.

Hagrid

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Mr. Potter,
I heard about that dreadful fall you had at the school today.  I hope that someone gets sacked for not keeping a closer eye on the students.   If I were at Hogwarts, I would make sure you were safe and that you got all the respect and admiration you deserve.  Some people have forgotten, I suppose, but I still think about what you did for us all when you were just a baby.  We would all be in a sad state if not for you, and I think that everyone needs to keep that in mind.  

Tell the school nurse to give you lots of dittany.  It’s the very best thing for scrapes and bruises.  I’m sure you’ll be up and about in no time.

With utmost admiration,
Marigold M. Elsinger

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Hi, Harry!
Remember that the worse the potion tastes, the better it works.  Best wishes for a speedy recovery!

Love from,
Susan Bones
(and well wishes from all of Hufflepuff!)

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Harry,
I’m really sorry you got hurt.  I think you’re really nice, no matter what my friends say.  And I’m glad you beat You-Know-Who.

XOXOXO

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Dear Harry,
By far the best method of skiving off classes we've seen yet.Our hats are off to you!Enclosed please find various experimental items that may, if used judiciously, extend your stay in the Infirmary for an indefinite period of time.  Or you may have already done so by opening this letter.

Cheers,
Fred & George

I have confiscated the enclosures and cleansed the parchment.-- P. Pomfrey

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Dear Harry,
Every celebrity in the Wizarding world is absolutely crushed to hear of your accident.We all wish you a speedy recovery.

While I am certain that Madame Pomfrey is qualified to handle such things, I am happy to offer my own services in tending your wounds.As you may know from Chapter 17 of Travel with Trolls, I have frequently been called upon to heal fractures and other impact-related injuries.My bone-restoration spells are, if I may say so, famous.

Just drop me a line if you are interested.I am sure that the Daily Prophet would be delighted to cover such an event.

Your good friend,
Gilderoy Lockhart
Order of Merlin Third Class
Honorary Member of the Dark Force Defence League
Five-Time Winner of Witch Weekly's Most Charming Smile Award

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Harry,
Get well soon!  We’re glad Gryffindor won, but we’re sorry you fell.  It’s good to know you heal quickly, though.  That’ll be good for our side in the rugby match.

Love,
Parvati Patil
Padma Patil
Lavender Brown
Emily MacDonald
Amanda Dulcy

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Harry,
Are you OK?  Mum said you fell about 200 feet.  Did you really break both your legs?  Are they mended yet?  Does it hurt?  I hope it doesn’t.  I wish I was there, too.  I could make sure you got better fast.

I wrote a letter to Prof. Dumbledore.  I think it’s really horrible that the Quidditch pitch broke right under your feet.  The Headmaster should make sure it’s safe.  What is he doing if he can’t even keep the pitch safe?  I don’t want you going up that way any more.  What if you fell again?  Just stay on the parts that are sturdy.

Mum and I made some biscuits to send to you.  Don’t let Seamus eat them.  They’re not for him.  As soon as you get better, you have to send me a letter and tell me you’re OK.  And make sure Dumbledore fixes the pitch!

Love,
Cat

P.S.  Did you enjoy the match?  I wish I could have watched it with you.

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Dear Harry Potter,
I hope you don’t mind a letter from someone you’ve never really spoken to.   I’ve always intended to get to know you, but I’ve been quite busy since the start of term, and you always seem to have lots of people hanging about you.  Once we get to talk a bit, I’m sure we’ll get along very well.

I just wanted to say that I hope you heal very quickly and don’t experience much discomfort.  My family have attended Hogwarts for generations, so naturally I’ve always known that attending the school can be dangerous.  I suspect you might have been surprised by that, since you were so tragically separated from normal society.  Don’t worry, though: Madam Pomfrey is very skilled.  I’m sure you’ll be fully healed in time to go to lessons on Monday.  If you do miss any classes, I’ll be quite happy to lend you my notes and review everything with you.

Looking forward to our future relationship,
Amanda E. Brocklehurst