Isolde Mulciber

[Nicholas]
My mother wants to throw me a baby shower. Mudbloods would be invited, Nicholas. It was all I could do not to laugh in her face. I cannot sit there and accept gifts from such filth. I love my mother, I do. In a perfect world I would love for her to be a part of this child’s life but I can’t allow that if she will bring such disgusting influences to his/her life.

I also know I should not put up too much of a fuss. I don’t want any suspicions being pointed in your direction, not with your line of work. I would love to be as vocal in my beliefs as the Malfoys. I can’t tell you how hard it is to bite my tongue some days. I told her I would have to get back to her, that all my attention was focused on Cecily’s wedding. What do you think I should do?

[Cecily]
How is the planning coming along? If there are any extra tasks that need to be done don’t hesitate to ask.
[End Wards]

I made my first purchase for the baby today. No matter how my body changes, it’s still hard to believe.

[Friends of the DMLE]
I realize this might be best saved for our next meeting but I thought I would put some feelers out first. What do you think of hosting a charity quidditch game? The sport has been missed and it might be a fun chance for people to play and watch it once more. We could charge admission, sell donated food and drinks and perhaps even raffle off brooms and quidditch memorabilia. Not only that, but it might lift moral. What does everyone think?

[Narcissa]
Thank you so much for the invitation, I'll be delighted to attend. Nicholas has been terribly busy with work but I'm sure he won't hesitate to attend if time allows.

[Nicholas]
We've been invited to a toddler's birthday. Don't worry, I've already made your excuses.

[Female Friends]
Whoever said pregnancy was fun lied. I can't sleep, I keep getting nosebleeds and nothing fits. Not even my fat trousers! I don't want to go shopping. I'm still not big enough for proper maternity things and this whole situation is terribly uncomfortable. I still have almost five more months of this. Bloody hell.

[Nicholas]
I love you, but right now I hate your sperm.

[Midwife O'Connor]
I'm confirming my appointment.
[End]

Brooms are not toys. I know what you're thinking, but they're not. Please use responsibly.

[Private to Friends]
Now that family has been informed it is time to tell you all the good news. Nicholas and I will be having a baby in about six months time. No, I am not far enough along to know the sex but I'd be lying if I said I wasn't hoping for a boy. Keep your fingers crossed!

[Female Friends]
I don't suppose any of you can recommend a good midwife? One of proper blood.

[Tara]
I'm sorry for not telling you sooner, but I wanted to wait for Cecily to find out and by that point I couldn't hold it in any longer. I should also probably tell you that I am freaking out in a major way. There is a thing living inside of me.

[Nicholas]
Did I mention that I'm happy you survived? And without a mark on you!

There is nothing better than the smell when you first walk into a quidditch supply shop. We might not be playing, but the brooms are still as beautiful.

[Nicholas]
It's not that I'm in a rush, but when exactly were you planning on telling you daughter our news?

[Tara]
I have a new game plan. We run to an ice cream shop for motivation and try not to vomit on the way back. Thoughts?

[Friends of the DMLE]
I have absolutely no baking or cooking ability. That said, I would be happy to contribute to supplies for those of you that are. They deserve a treat now more than ever. Please let me know if there is anything you need.

[Nicholas]
Have I mentioned lately how impressive you are? I'm proud of you, love.

[Cecily]
Given all the craziness, I would understand if you wanted to postpone our lunch.

[Nicholas]
You need to come home at a reasonable hour tonight. There is something we need to discuss that cannot wait.
[/end]

I've decided to try my luck at the marathon. Is there anyone out there that would like to train with me? I might swear a lot but I'll make you feel great about your speed.

[Cecily & Nicholas]

I was going through some things today when I came across some photographs of a certain Nicholas Mulciber from his 7th year in Hogwarts. I simply had to share them.

( The proof! )

Let us all hope I never find that tie.
[/End]

[Private to Nicholas]
I've gotten gift after gift this week. Blood traitors being put in their place, beautiful flowers and chocolate covered strawberries? What I did I do to get so lucky? Do try to come home on time tonight. Your present can't be sent with an owl.

I love you, baby.
[/end]

[Bella]
My husband is trying to fatten me up with sweets. I don't suppose you'd be up for doing some additional running this week?
[/End]

I don't care if it's commercialized or not. I love days where I get to be spoiled.

Events like these makes you put your life in perspective. It's hard to bemoan being sick when there is an innocent mudblood child missing. I know that the hardworking men and women of DMLE are working nonstop. Hopefully their efforts will be rewarded soon.

[Nicholas]

At least being sick means you don't have to deal with this nonsense. Well, until you get back.

I'll train for a marathon, I thought. What a great way to keep in shape, I thought! I'm an idiot, I've found out. Runner's high is a bloody myth. The only natural high there is comes from soaring through the air at break neck speed.

[Private to Nicholas]

You know that I support you in whatever you do, but I have to ask you something. Did you help torture that man? I don't want you There is fighting for a cause and there is being sadistic. I guess I am having trouble understanding why he wasn't killed plain and simple, unless it was to make a point. I am well aware my opinion doesn't matter to the Death Eaters but what you do matters to me.

Maybe I would be better off not knowing, but we both know I don't like sitting in the dark. I'll love you regardless.

[/End]

It's a shame it takes terrible events to make you fully appreciate those around you.

Nice to know some of my colleagues found creative ways to keep fit while quidditch is on hold. I admit, I still haven't gotten use to not playing. I miss the excitement of being on the pitch. Merlin, I miss finding a new bruise everyday and being sore for weeks from endless practices. A part of me understands why the season has been suspended but it doesn't make it any easier. Sure, I'm trying to keep up with my training but it's hard when you have no idea when I will be back out there fighting for Puddlemere. I realize there are greater problems in the world, but quidditch has been my life since I was fourteen. I'll stop whining now. I have a new broom to try out.

[Private to Friends]

Is it crazy to be thinking about have a child in times like these?

( Application for Isolde Mulciber )