October Issue

[Isla Skeeter]

Witch Weekly
OCTOBER 2022

Enemies

So its seems the feud between Chasity Atherton and Lily Potter is still going strong. Little miss Gryffindor had a few days up in the hospital wing to let her steam blow off. Does anyone smell revenge? Or will there be some reconciliation? There's another rivalry in the halls of Hogwarts between the Slytherin prince himself, Scorpius Malfoy and the Golden Child, James Potter. An obvious hate, no doubt. The families have hated each other for quite some time. There's no guessing how it will turn out this time around. It seems James has been piling up in the enemies department, too. A fight had been witnessed down at the Quidditch Pitch between him and his girlfriend's former flame Luc Norwood. Both ended up rather bumped up, but what's curious is what caused the end of the brawl. A strange explosion parted the fighting pair along with a fiery wall. Does Miss Matthews have anything to do with? Perhaps some Dark Magic up her sleeve? It must be nice having two boys fighting over you...

Relationships

Now to the part everyone is dying to hear. Lucy Weasley, the bubbling red head and Noah Dale, the mysterious Hufflepuff are probably the most adorable couple at Hogwarts. Move over Penny and James. Though there are quite a few rumors surrounding that famous duo. What's that about their rendezvous in the Room of Requirement? Just a study session? I don't think so. Don't forget rumors have been known to be false, but this one seems so true, being there were a few eye witnesses of their departure. Again James has been become mister popular, seen wandering about the grounds at night and spending an undisclosed amount of time with our favorite Slytherin ice queen who seems to just melt around her favorite Gryffindor. Sickeningly sweet, huh? It was too dark to make out any of the action, though one could guess there might have been making out involved. What about James' dear girlfriend, little miss goody two shoes? I have a hunch that she doesn't know. But that brings us back to Penny and her little bit of free time with her former boyfriend Lucas. They had some fun together down on the pitch. Perhaps something is still there? Speaking of forbidden flings, Miss Lily Potter was spotted mingling about the towers, only to be interrupted by her big brother's worst nightmare. Only time will tell to see how this one develops. Another thing to keep your eyes glued on is the budding friendship between none other than the Transfiguration Professor, Turner Macabee and his Gryffindor student, the quiet Reagan Picciano. They sure do spend a lot of alone time together. I wonder what they really study in those tutoring sessions. Finally the biggest news in the wizarding world, the engagement of Theodore Lupin and Victoire Weasley. Its about time! Expect a lavish ceremony, of course to be lots of fun for hundreds of guests. Oh, people from outside the family are invited too. I know what I see in the future. More babies. Maybe some without the red hair for once.

Horoscope

Libra

When you choose a path, walk along it far enough to see where it takes you. If you constantly change your mind or direction, you'll never get to any real destinations. It is better to try things out before you write them off, because gems aren't always obvious until you clean and polish them for a while.

Scorpio

Economic gain is in your stars today, so pick a course and work hard. Whether your past projects have worked or not, this time you're ready to hit the jackpot. The important part is picking one goal and persisting through to the point it can start earning the money or reward it is destined to.

Sagittarius

You have to take care of family today, because while friends and romance will come and go, family is forever. Put in the quality time needed to show your loved ones that they are at the top of your list. Let them know how special they are to you and they will always love you for it.

Capricorn

When you are certain, look toward the future; when you are not sure of your path, search for clues in your past. The past hold all the answers and knowledge we need to achieve better things in the future. Instead of sitting passively in your mind, review past situations and you will surely find one that gives insight to the current predicament.

Aquarius

As a smart and perceptive individual, you know how to make your work seem like play. Put in a little extra time to figure this out and work will be a pleasure instead of a burden. You excel when fun is involved, but if the chore is dry and flavorless you will quickly lose interest.

Pisces

Your well developed fantasy life keeps you going but always comes up short when others don't fulfill their role in your fantasy. That's the problem with living in a fantasy land - others don't usually play along with it. Fantasies will serve you better when you learn how to make them realities.

Aries

In the end no one lives forever, so it is better to take advantage of it before it is over. Living life for the day brings the most potential. When you are in the moment you attract positive energy which makes the entire experience fuller and much more rewarding to you and others.

Taurus

For you, the planets favor love today. No matter what kind of love it is, love is always beneficial because it brings positive energy and compassion to any situation. When love is around everything has more flavor and zest. So indulge the spice of life that makes it all worth living with those you care most about.

Gemini

Today you may find romance, but keep it a secret for the moment instead of deflating its potential by announcing it to everyone. Usually when you announce things, you're really looking for further validation. The more validation you get the more you need, so stop the cycle and have faith in your own instincts.

Cancer

When you begin to deny who you are, you struggle until you once again find yourself. You have a love-hate relationship with yourself like most of us do, but it is in balance until you begin to deny who you are. It just takes so much energy to keep up the façade that it is easier to be yourself.

Leo

Have faith in the planets, because fear is one of the best ways to scare love off. When you want something you don't have so intensely, it scares you that you don't have it and you set yourself up to lose the very thing you want before it is yours. Faith is what keeps you from indulging your fears.

Virgo

You love being in love, so you are constantly looking for situations that give you the closest facsimile. Being "in love" is not necessarily the same as true love because it can be an infatuation. The main problem with always wanting to be in love is that you will constantly settle for a glimmer of the effect. Want less to have more.

Beauty Tip of the Month

I hope you paid attention in Potions class. This week we've got a nice Herbal Shampoo Potion just for you.

473 ml distilled water
15 ml calendula(pot marigold)
10 mlrosemary
15 ml nettle
10 ml orange peel
10 ml comfrey
30 ml chamomile
2.5 ml essential oil of lavender
5 ml Jojoba oil (omit if hair is oily)
118 ml natural, mild baby shampoo

Add all of these things into your cauldron and give it a couple swirls with your wand. If you are lucky enough to get your hands on a Fairy Wing or some Starthistle, go ahead and add that in there to give your hair the extra sparkle it needs.

Smile of the Month

Harry Potter / Auror
The-Boy-Who-Lived-and-Died-and-Lived-Again
He might not be Mr. Amazing, but something
about those eyes makes him seem so mysterious.
Wouldn't you like to gaze into them all day long?

Events

The Three Broomsticks Festival was quite an interesting night! Expect a full detailed report coming soon, from yours truly.

Until next time,
Isla xx

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