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Golden Monkey · 05-21-2010, 05:52 PM

SPOILER!!: awesome professor is awesome

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Originally Posted by Miss Lissy Lou

"Now, time to do some readings," he told the class with a grin. His favorite part! He waved his wand and the stack of teacups he had sitting on his desk rose into the air and floated around the room, with each cup landing in front of a student. Once that was done, he flicked his wand once more, and a tea kettle rose off of the desk and began to pour hot water into the cups of the students in the front row.

"Up on my desk is a tray with individual bags of Earl Grey tea leaves. Come up to the front, grab a bag of tea leaves, and head back to your desks and add the leaves to your hot water. Keep in mind that IS hot, and please DON'T SPILL!" he told them sternly. He pulled some spoons out and set them next to the bags of tea leaves, so they'd have something to stir their tea with if they didn't feel like using their wands.

"Before you begin drinking, take a minute and try to clear your head of all thoughts. If there is a certain thought or problem that continues to pop up while you're attempting this, that will be the subject of your reading," he explained. "If you simply cannot think of ANYTHING, you will do a general reading, and the results you get will give you advice on life in general BUT I would prefer you have some sort of question or situation to focus on while doing your reading."

"As you sip, focus on that thought, and try not to drink any of the leaves," he added with a chuckle, although he knew it was sometimes hard to avoid. "Leave a small amount of tea in the bottom of your cup, and once you're finished, give it THREE good swirls to get the leaves spread out amongst the cup. Then turn it over in your saucer to drain the remaining tea, and wait at least three breaths before turning it back over. Then you may begin your reading."

He knew he was throwing a lot of information at them at once, so he flicked his wand, and a few notes copied themselves on the blackboard behind his head:

"And, finally, I'll pass out a copy of common symbols and their meanings to each of you...keep this parchment handy, cause you never know when you may need it again," he told them all with a smirk. Wink wink. Nudge nudge.

SPOILER!!: Symbols and their meanings

"Alright--have at it," Nolan said with a grin, stepping off to the sides to allow the students to come grab their tea leaves.

William had been paying attention, he really had. but when he looked over to certain students his mind just drifted off into nothingness, and he found himself imagining himself out of the classroom, far away from hogwarts on a magical donkey. Wait, what? There was no such thing as a magical donkey, or was there? That was something he'd have to ask professor Lawson - err the female one - whatever one it was, surely she could help him figure it out.

Snapping to attention when he heard professor Nolan tell them they could get on with the reading he couldn't help but smile. He looked up, his hyperness suddenly vanishing as he watched the professor magic the teacups around the table, his landing with a soft flump in front of him. He smiled, magic was so cool sometimes he mused as a kettle of steaming HOT water moved around the room, depositing the HOT liquid into each teacup. Perhaps drinking the tea would wake him up from his strange slumbery mood he mused as he stood up, stretching his legs and arms before making his way over to the front and taking a bag of Earl Gray tea - the man had great taste he thought - and made his way back to his seat sitting down again.

Yawning he looked around, seeing no one around and ducked into his bag on the pretense of finding another bottle of ink. In reality he was taking out a chocolate frog from it's wrapper, popping it into his mouth quickly eating like a madman before popping up with said ink bottle, placing it on the desk in front of him beside the teacup. Now he had to clear his mind, easier said than done he thought, closing his eyes and willing his errant thoughts to disappear, at least for an hour. He kept thinking how he wished he had been at school last year when everything had gone down, it wasn't fair for Cela to go through everything she was alone, he liked her. Not in that way liked, but she was cool and seeing her do something like she had in Potions class made him realize that whatever had happened last term had been traumatizing for everyone.

Except him.

Yup there went that thought again. Sighing he tightened his eyes closed, willing the thoughts to disappear, just like Ariana had taught him. Slowly the thought vanished, going into a place that she had told him about and he opened his eyes to look around. Okay, he could do this, the tea should be drinkable now right? Picking it up with his right hand - he was left handed - he gazed into the cup. Just as he took a sip that thought entered his mind again and he gave into it, focusing on the thought of him standing in the shadows doing nothing more than watching as everything happened. Sure he hadn't been there but still. Lifting the cup to his lips he began sipping.

05-21-2010, 05:52 PM	#146 (permalink)
Golden Monkey Bugbear Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: In Haven Posts: 32,320	The REAL Sorting Hat: "Ravenclaw!" This monkey is bananas. SPOILER!!: awesome professor is awesome Quote: Originally Posted by Miss Lissy Lou "Now, time to do some readings," he told the class with a grin. His favorite part! He waved his wand and the stack of teacups he had sitting on his desk rose into the air and floated around the room, with each cup landing in front of a student. Once that was done, he flicked his wand once more, and a tea kettle rose off of the desk and began to pour hot water into the cups of the students in the front row. "Up on my desk is a tray with individual bags of Earl Grey tea leaves. Come up to the front, grab a bag of tea leaves, and head back to your desks and add the leaves to your hot water. Keep in mind that IS hot, and please DON'T SPILL!" he told them sternly. He pulled some spoons out and set them next to the bags of tea leaves, so they'd have something to stir their tea with if they didn't feel like using their wands. "Before you begin drinking, take a minute and try to clear your head of all thoughts. If there is a certain thought or problem that continues to pop up while you're attempting this, that will be the subject of your reading," he explained. "If you simply cannot think of ANYTHING, you will do a general reading, and the results you get will give you advice on life in general BUT I would prefer you have some sort of question or situation to focus on while doing your reading." "As you sip, focus on that thought, and try not to drink any of the leaves," he added with a chuckle, although he knew it was sometimes hard to avoid. "Leave a small amount of tea in the bottom of your cup, and once you're finished, give it THREE good swirls to get the leaves spread out amongst the cup. Then turn it over in your saucer to drain the remaining tea, and wait at least three breaths before turning it back over. Then you may begin your reading." He knew he was throwing a lot of information at them at once, so he flicked his wand, and a few notes copied themselves on the blackboard behind his head: "And, finally, I'll pass out a copy of common symbols and their meanings to each of you...keep this parchment handy, cause you never know when you may need it again," he told them all with a smirk. Wink wink. Nudge nudge. SPOILER!!: Symbols and their meanings ACORN - a very strong and fortunate symbol indicating happiness and contentment; at the top = financial success; at the bottom = good health. AIRCRAFT - journey; travel. ALLIGATOR or CROCODILE -- beware of false friendship lurking in your professional life. ANCHOR - at top = stability, constancy in love or business; at bottom or broken = instability, inconstancy; can also symbolize an unpleasant situation or burden you should sail away from. ANGEL - good news; protection. ANT -- hard work or busy phase will end productively. APPLE - life; creative or artistic achievement; abundance. ARROW - up = good direction, yes; down = wrong direction, no; horizontal = no change. Note where pointing. AXE - you have the power to overcome difficulties. BOUQUET - romantic interest; validation for your work or talents. BAG - a trap; if open = escape. BALL - desire to travel. BALLOON - busy social life; inability to settle down if near handle. BARREL - abundance in laughter. BASKET - harvest, abundance; material gain; possibly a new baby. BAT (the animal) - a productive busy phase. BAT or CLUB - situation calling for alert caution. BEACON or LIGHTHOUSE - situation calling for your leadership and/or inspiration. BEAR - a grouchy and difficult person; strength, courage and endurance; if teddy bear = children or childhood. BED - sleep on it before establishing a close love or business relationship BEE - fruitful hard work. BEETLE - renewal; progress; need for foresight. BELL - unexpected good news in love or business; call to attention BICYCLE - individuality; choose your own path. BIRD - good news or message; standing bird = delay; flying bird = good news; good news coming soon; flock of birds = profound or exciting news; goose= successful financial venture; peacock = pride and display; eagle = power and transcendence; crow/raven = ill omen, warning, time to relax; parrot = beware of idle gossip; chicken/hen = happy homelife and childhood comfort; dove = peace and love; owl = wisdom, knowledge and learning; swan = romance or someone graceful and beautiful; vulture = lay low and beware of enemies; BOAT - worthwhile journey; your ship is coming in. BONES - situation calling for innerstrength and spiritual fortitude. BOWL - invitations, money or generosity . BOOK - if open = an answer to a question; if closed a question to be investigated. BOW - fortunate symbol meaning gift or celebration of achievement. BOX - you are about to receive a gift. BREAD (loaf) - nourishment; care for your health. BRIDGE - a life-changing event or person. BROOM - new home; new era in your life. BUGS - distractions; fractured concentration; need for relaxed focus BUSH - an obstacle to new opportunities; branches signify choices. BUTTERFLY - overdue happiness. CAKE - a wish fulfilled; celebration. CAMEL - you will overcome burden and pressure to reach oasis. CANDLE -there will be light upon an uncertain path; help from friends. CAR - if clear = travel; if broken = mechanical trouble. CARPETS - true friends and happy social engagements. CASTLE - expand your horizons; open up a little. CAT - deceit; an untrustworthy friend. CHAIR - a guest or new addition to the family. CASTLE - expand your horizons CHILD - new idea; family. CIRCLE - unbroken = success, completion; broken (like letter 'c')= a temporary offer will come, tentative offers without fruition. CLOCK - warning against procrastination. CLOUDS - small and fluffy = happy optimism; thick and dark = gloom; sadness. CLOVER (four leaf)-- good luck that you have worked hard to attain. COFFEE POT OR TEA POT - a special visitor is coming, probably not romantic. COIN - a lump sum of money is coming your way. COMET - brink of pivotal change or dramatic event in your life. CROSS - if like a 'T' = hard won success and happiness; if like a solid 'X' = warning (look for meaning with nearby symbols); if like a broken 'X' = obstacles and losses are ahead. CROWN - honor and recognition for your talents. CUP - be patient, this is not a time to assert yourself. CUSHIONS OR PILLOWS - comfort; admonition against laziness and procrastination. DAGGER - caution against sharp words or revealing personal information DAISY - new love. DASHES or DOTS - many short trips which may cause wasted time. DEER - a shy, timid person; you should be more assertive to overcome shyness. DIAMOND - gift or other surprise windfall coming you way. DICE - destiny and change, go with the flow. DOG - good friend; if at bottom friend needs help; if barking, untrustworthy friend; DONKEY - stubborness and stamina. DOOR - be aware of opportunities. DRUM - a change; a call to action. DUCK - devoted mate; money. EAR - you will benefit from something you hear. EGG - if whole = new life, successful new beginning; if cracked/broken = failed plans or financial problems which can be overcome by action. ELEPHANT - be patient, you will be supported with kindness. ENVELOPE - you will receive a long awaited letter or important paperwork. EXCLAMATION MARK - pay attention; beware of impulsive actions. EYE - a protective symbol; insight into a long standing problem. FAN - a flirtation. FEATHER - need for concentration. FENCE - temporary and self-imposed limitations. FINGER - emphasizes whatever symbol it is pointing; up = caution; down = stop. FLOWER - praise and compliments are coming your way. FLY - an annoying person. FOOT - movement in love, career or location. FORK - get advice from trusted friends before deciding. FOUNTAIN - overflowing happiness. FOX - a cunning person may be trying to trick you. FROG - fertility; abundance; a disguised handsome/beautiful lover. GATE - be aware of opportunities around you. GLASS - celebrations, parties, social events. GLOBE - long distance travel. GOAT - your persistence will pay off, but take some time to recreate; GRAPES - abundance and epicurean enjoyment. GRASSHOPPER - summer delights. GUN - danger; a bully. HAMMER - an attempted persuasion. HARE - unlike the shorter eared rabbit, the long eared hare represents something important brewing in your destiny in love or travel. HARP - love; romance. HAT - you will experience a change in roles; or business success. HEART - love, friendship, romance. HORSESHOE - good luck; very positive especially for travel. HOURGLASS - a warning to be punctual. HOUSE - comfort and home. ICEBERG - danger. INSECT - distractions; fractured concentration; need for relaxed focus IVY - this is not a good time to be too independent; trust friends to help you. JEWELS - material success; you will receive a valuable gift. KANGAROO - travel; a journey. KETTLE - a special visitor is coming, probably not romantic. KITE - your wish will be granted. KNIFE - caution against sharp words or revealing personal information. LADDER - promotion; an improvement in your business life. LEAF - the turning over of a new leaf; inevitable changes with the passage of time. LETTER - you will receive a long awaited letter or important paperwork. LIGHTENING - startling events; sudden insights. LINES - journey on a road; if straight = progress; if wavy = uncertain path; if many = many short trips. LION - male lion represents a powerful contact or important man; the lioness represents a strong family; LOCK - there are obstacles in your way. MASK - a secret to be kept. MOUNTAIN - a difficult, but possible, goal. MUSHROOM - rapid growth, success or fertility. NAIL - an unfair assault. NECKLACE - complete = personal relationship stability; broken = instability in a personal relationship. NEEDLE - painful repair. OCTOPUS - warning. OYSTER - passion and desire. PALM TREE - wealth; beach vacation. PARASOL - protection from harm or loss PURSE - money. QUESTION MARK - reconsider your plans; be aware of an important question you should ask yourself. RAINBOW - your wish will come true; similar to an arch, it links represents the path between today and your destiny. RAKE - you are at a crossroad and your destiny is determined by hard work. RECTANGLE OR SQUARE - you will face a challenge or difficulty (look to nearby symbols, especially symbols within the shape, for added meaning.) ROSE - new romance; deepening of love. SCALE - a legal matter; if balanced = justice will prevail; if unbalanced = unjust result; SCISSORS - it may be time to remove yourself from a situation or relationship. SHEEP - a calm and peaceful person; an admonition to control impulses. SHELL - you will find a simple treasure. SHIP - worthwhile journey; your ship is coming in. SHOE - you are on the correct path; be wary of advice to change. SNAKE - someone who does not deserve your trust. SPIDER - a small reward or win. SPIDER WEB - potent symbol of fate; beware of traps. SPOON - you will be comforted by someone's generosity. STAR - success, recognition and praise. STAIR - your position will improve. SUN - a new beginning. SWORD - caution against sharp words or revealing personal information. TABLE - a happy social interlude. TENT - travel may help you foster your spiritual health. THIMBLE - focus on fostering your home life. TORNADO OR WHIRLWIND - prepare for turbulent weather. TORTOISE OR TURTLE - lasting success through slow, determined and patient efforts. TOWER - risk of disappointment. TREE - alone = family, roots, heritage; leafless = family conflict; many leaves = family contentment; group of trees = family unity; evergreen = enduring relationships; palm = wealth or beach vacation. TRIANGLE - you are involved in a three way relationship; if wedge shaped = one person is getting in the way of your relationship with the other person. UMBRELLA - protection from harm or loss. VASE - a secret being kept from you; VIOLIN - allow your feelings to surface. VOLCANO - there is an obstruction in your life that must be dealt with before it explodes. WAGON - childhood; simple pleasures. WASP - danger of small harm. WATERFALL - wealth and prosperity. WHEEL - events outside your control will change the direction of your life. WINGS - do not box yourself in or limit yourself unnecessarily. WOLF - you will be challenged or betrayed by someone. YOKE - domination or control you should not allow. ZEBRA - be more flexible and adventurous in your travel plans. Source: Tasseography.com "Alright--have at it," Nolan said with a grin, stepping off to the sides to allow the students to come grab their tea leaves. William had been paying attention, he really had. but when he looked over to certain students his mind just drifted off into nothingness, and he found himself imagining himself out of the classroom, far away from hogwarts on a magical donkey. Wait, what? There was no such thing as a magical donkey, or was there? That was something he'd have to ask professor Lawson - err the female one - whatever one it was, surely she could help him figure it out. Snapping to attention when he heard professor Nolan tell them they could get on with the reading he couldn't help but smile. He looked up, his hyperness suddenly vanishing as he watched the professor magic the teacups around the table, his landing with a soft flump in front of him. He smiled, magic was so cool sometimes he mused as a kettle of steaming HOT water moved around the room, depositing the HOT liquid into each teacup. Perhaps drinking the tea would wake him up from his strange slumbery mood he mused as he stood up, stretching his legs and arms before making his way over to the front and taking a bag of Earl Gray tea - the man had great taste he thought - and made his way back to his seat sitting down again. Yawning he looked around, seeing no one around and ducked into his bag on the pretense of finding another bottle of ink. In reality he was taking out a chocolate frog from it's wrapper, popping it into his mouth quickly eating like a madman before popping up with said ink bottle, placing it on the desk in front of him beside the teacup. Now he had to clear his mind, easier said than done he thought, closing his eyes and willing his errant thoughts to disappear, at least for an hour. He kept thinking how he wished he had been at school last year when everything had gone down, it wasn't fair for Cela to go through everything she was alone, he liked her. Not in that way liked, but she was cool and seeing her do something like she had in Potions class made him realize that whatever had happened last term had been traumatizing for everyone. Except him. Yup there went that thought again. Sighing he tightened his eyes closed, willing the thoughts to disappear, just like Ariana had taught him. Slowly the thought vanished, going into a place that she had told him about and he opened his eyes to look around. Okay, he could do this, the tea should be drinkable now right? Picking it up with his right hand - he was left handed - he gazed into the cup. Just as he took a sip that thought entered his mind again and he gave into it, focusing on the thought of him standing in the shadows doing nothing more than watching as everything happened. Sure he hadn't been there but still. Lifting the cup to his lips he began sipping. __________________ Forget the future signature; HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MAH ARI!!!