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Hello Snape Lovers!
This is the new thread for The Severely Obsessed Snape Society. I am workaholic_1231 (Ashley), the proud president of this wonderful society.
This club is open to anyone and everyone who adores our wonderful Potions Master, Severus Snape. Whether you're a fan of BookCanonSnape or MovieCanonSnape, you're welcome to share your thoughts in our discussions.
Of course, we can't forget the man who brought Severus to life in the movies, can we? Alan Rickman is also a main point in our discussions, so come one, come all, Alan fans!
The Society has a website that was created by our former president witchmom (Clara). That site can be found here, and I highly suggest you take a look; it's got loads to offer!
Also, I've just created a shiny new memberlist for everyone to reference to. The way that I put it together was by adding everyone who posted in the previous thread since October 1st, along with a couple others who have posted recently from Clara's list. I will be updating it regularly, but if your name isn't on there and you think it should be, just send me an owl.
Throughout the year I will be sure that we have fun things to keep us all motivated to post, but there are two weeks that have to be aknowledged. Snapeweek is the week of January 2nd - 9th where there are fun daily activities and challenges for members to do, all in celebration of Severus' birthday! For Alan's birthday we will have Rickmania Week which runs from February 14th - 21st.
Here are the past couple of holiday questions that were asked in the previous thread:
What do you think Severus would desire the most to receive as a Christmas present?
If there was at least one thing in Severus' quarters that reflected the holidays, what would the object(s) be?
And, here are a couple more:
As a boy, what do you think was that one present that Severus always longed for, but never got?
What do you think Severus does on Christmas (whether he be at Hogwarts or at Spinner's End)?
Cheers to a new thread! Let's relax and enjoy the conversation!
Ashley
This post has been edited by workaholic_1231: Jan 4 2008, 09:47 PM
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Yay, we have a shiny new thread! It seems, Ashley, your goal was achieved much sooner than on the assigned deadline, right?
I will keep up the great tradition of elaborating on our beloved Potions Master and I’m jumping straight into answering the questions.
As a boy, what do you think was that one present that Severus always longed for, but never got?
From what we know about Severus’s childhood, I would say that he longed for peace and love in his family the most. These are, of course, immaterial things but I’m convinced they would make boy-Severus incredibly happy. He would have loved his father to stop shouting and to accept magic as a normal part of their family life.
More on the material note, I think Severus wasn’t a child desiring a lot. Actually, he could have been satisfied with very little. Seeing how miserable his life as a child was, he would be content with anything that would make it at least slightly more bearable - for example some decent pieces of garment he wouldn’t have to be ashamed of.
What do you think Severus does on Christmas (whether he be at Hogwarts or at Spinner's End)?
First, I think Severus decides to spend his Christmas at Hogwarts, not at Spinner’s End. After all, at Hogwarts there are still more people around, so he doesn’t feel that lonely like he would, being at his home. Another reason is that the people who stay at Hogwarts are usually people whose fates are not unlike Severus’s – their families might be malfunctioning and thus they prefer the school environment to the one at home for Christmas. In a way, this might be reassuring for Severus, being among people with whom he has at least a little in common. Yet another reason for Severus's preference for Hogwarts for Christmas is that he has his potions cabinet there and so he may spend the time working.
Which brings me to what he does at Christmas. I think he disregards the holiday completely. It is the time people are with their beloved ones and this only way too much reminds him of the fact that he is generally disliked and in addition doesn’t have anyone who loves or cares for him; and also that he has never had such a special someone. Thus, I imagine Severus spending majority of the Christmas time in his potions cabinet in the dungeons, engaging himself in potion making or inventions of some new spells. In other words, work will let him forget that it is the time when people express their affections for the others.
Great questions, Ashley! I’m looking forward to reading other answers.
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Congrats Ash and the brightest light to you all, YuleSnapettes!!! Let's go straight to the questions:
* What do you think Severus would desire the most to receive as a Christmas present? I guess he isn't a greedy man, or a material man, but a very spiritual one, and elevated being... (even if this doesn't mean he can't feel physical desire for someone or something) so I think he would receive anything really "important" on a monetary level, but something full of significance and meaning...a portrait, an old book, something which belonged to a person he loved.
* If there was at least one thing in Severus' quarters that reflected the holidays, what would the object(s) be? I'd say, I see him as a kind of free spirit, very close to nature and her manifestations for his ever changing temper. So I see him celebrating the winter solstice with some simple candles, a little branch of an evergreen plant, and homemade incenses (since he's so clever with herbs and oils).
And, here are a couple more:
* As a boy, what do you think was that one present that Severus always longed for, but never got? I think lots of things, including a peaceful atmosphere at home. Respect from his schoolmates.
* What do you think Severus does on Christmas (whether he be at Hogwarts or at Spinner's End)? I honestly think that for him, the date itself isn't important. I feel him as a superior mind that isn't trapped by social conventions. Maybe he is upset and cranky because he fears to be bothered more than usual when he simply wants to be left alone, resting or reading a book or going out for a walk in the snow...LOL I don't think he really likes Spinner's End. But, we don't really know with who he spends those holidays...
See you soon
Clara )O(
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What do you think Severus would desire the most to receive as a Christmas present? I think Severus would most likely to desire something like a book or potions ingredients or something regarding potions...Snape might also like something that make him remember old memories
As a boy, what do you think was that one present that Severus always longed for, but never got? As a boy i think he would have always longed for some love for a little bit of affection from someone but he never got that not from his parents and not from lily
What do you think Severus does on Christmas (whether he be at Hogwarts or at Spinner's End)? First of All i am sure severus wouldn't go back to Spinners End to see his parents argue or to be abandoned as Harry said Hogwarts have always been home for harry Severus and Tom Riddle the abandoned boys I think for snape the holiday is like a sorrow when he watches others so Happy he would be sad that he didn't get that fortune and back when he was studying he would have send the whole christmas in his dorm thinking and reading and when he was teaching at the dungeons
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As a boy, what do you think was that one present that Severus always longed for, but never got?
I believe that Severus longed for a home life that deep down he knew he deserved. As far as tangible items go, I can imainge a young Severus always wanting a muggle Chemistry set. That's quite random, but for some reason I can just picture his eyes lighting up as a random chemical concoction began boiling.
What do you think Severus does on Christmas (whether he be at Hogwarts or at Spinner's End)?
I agree that Severus probably stayed at Hogwarts for the holidays. He would try to lock himself away in his quarters, but Dumbledore would always manipulate him into joining the staff members for a celebration. He would sit in the corner and sulk, watching everyone else enjoy themselves, secretly wishing he could partake as well if his pride wouldn't be at stake.
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Since all of us are busy with our families for the holidays, I just wanted to go ahead and wish everyone a MerryChristmas! I hope everyone stays safe and happy!
As a boy, what do you think was that one present that Severus always longed for, but never got?
It was definitely a happy family that he had been deprived of since he can remember. As for material things I don’t think that it really matters to him to have fabulous clothes or those sorts of richness, but would prefer a good book or a picture of his family as a happy one whenever that had happened in the past maybe he had been an infant yet or an unborn baby in the stomach of his mother or anything of some sentimentality.
What do you think Severus does on Christmas (whether he be at Hogwarts or at Spinner's End)?
Just sulking in the dungeon and finishing checking those abysmal papers, but as Ashley said; Dumbledore will surely pull him out of his usual misery and joined the staff and students left at Hogwarts to celebrate Christmas.
I’ll be back on the 30th hoping to see this new thread going.
Again Congratulations Ashley on this new thread.
It’s the 26th here in my place but what the heck anyway.
I havn't got much time right now to answer the questions but I'll be back soon. I just wanted to say that I'm one of Severus/Alan's fans I really like this topic and gongrats to all...you're doing a great job!
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What do you think Severus would desire the most to receive as a Christmas present?
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Snape might also like something that make him remember old memories.
I assume you refer to his happy memories, such as his childhood with Lily. Here is something I am not sure he wants. I tend to think that he spends more time thinking about how he lost her than he does thinking about how he had her. That is one of the reasons he is so bitter. While I am certain he wishes he could always remember her fondly, he cannot because thinking of her inevitably leads him to think about how he messed up.
(Please note that I don't mean he blames Lily. He obviously thinks well of her and has nothing but admiration for her. Still, thinking of her causes him guilt.)
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Hello Fellow Snapites and happy holiday to everyone...i may not be available for sometime but as soon as i return i look forward to answer some good old questions...
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Hello my fellow Snape-enthusiasts!
First off I want to apologize for an error in my first post. It says that Snapeweek should be starting today the 2nd when, in fact, it should be starting tomorrow the 3rd. No matter! Today wil be dedicated to telling you lot what the plans are for the upcoming week.
And now I'd like to wish everyone a
Happy Snapeweek!
Here is an icon that is free for all to use as either their avatar or in their signatures to promote Snapeweek!
Here's the plan for the week:
Jan. 3rd - Letter writing Jan. 4th - Regrets/Accomplishments Jan. 5th - NEW fanfic challenge Jan 6th - If you could... Questions Jan. 7th - 100 words Jan 8th - Painting a picture Jan. 9th - A Birthday Gift for Severus
Each day I will explain more on what each challenge entails.
Tonight and tomorrow I will be away because my Great-Grandmother is having some trouble right now, so unfortunately I won't be here to start Snapeweek proper in the morning. Thus, I will post again later on tonight before leaving to kick off the week.
Sound good everyone? I'm hoping that we can bring in lots of new members and some of those who have been hiding over in the corner instead of posting.
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Hi Ashley, as a goodbye present I have f-i-n-a-l-l-y updated the website!!! Yeah, believe me, it's all here!!! Try refreshing the page if it doesn't work, it should show as News the change of Presidents. I put all the past SnapeWeek results, and I promise I'll be much more active....
So I can't wait for SnapeWeek 2008!! Yayyy!!!
xoxo
Clara )O(
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Hi Clara **waves like a loony**
Ashley! Snapeweek, my favourite time of year...Ok,OK so I'm one of those member who comes crawling out of the woodwork just for the fun bits. But I have been slightly busy with other things--I promise!
I’m really excited for this Snapeweek as this is my first, I’m looking forward to participate, hoping I could because I’m really too busy at the moment, but I’ll really would try.
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Hello fellow Snape-lovers!
Like the others, I am, too, excited about the Snapeweek, Ashley! As annesches says, particularly because it is my first one. I've seen the results from the last year's week and some of them are hilarious.
I'm really looking forward to it. And, I know this comes a bit late, but it's only the third of January today, so a Happy New Year to everyone!
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Oh Clara! The site is wonderful! Thank you so much for taking the time to work through it all! Have I told you recently that I love you to death?! I really appreciate it!
Elaine, no worries about coming out for the party, just as long as you have a blast during it! Same goes to everyone! I really want to make this Snapeweek as fruitful as last years which includes everyone having a blast while participating, so please, have fun!
OK, just walked in the door and sat down to kick off Snapeweek. So, without further ado...
Day 1: Letter Writing Write a letter to our dear Severus from the perspective of another character (No OCs and no, it can't be from you ). In this letter, include something that you feel that character always wanted to say to Severus. Please feel free to pick any character, the more 'out-there' the funnier it will be for the rest of us!
Ready? Set? Go!
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Now, I do believe it is January 3rd, right? Well, I'm 3 days overdue for announcing the Snape devotee of the month!
Congratulations to Potions Mistress!
Your winning text was virtually the whole of your obituary, but more specifically the last paragraph. It was very moving and makes this title well deserved! Congratulations and I will send your icon to your right away!
OK, time to go unpack my bags from last night, eh? I'll be back in a little while to post my feedback on today's task. Enjoy everyone!
Ashley
EDIT: Also, January 10th (and possibly the 11th too, if necessary) will be catch-up days for anyone in case they miss a day.
The Severely Obsessed Snape Society-v.3, Snape Lovers Unite and Discuss!
Dec 22 2007, 05:40 PM
I really like this topic and gongrats to all...you're doing a great job!
