Not only was Molly Weasley a part of the resistance, but she went on to have 7 children knowing that Voldemort wasn’t fully defeated. She could have easily decided that it was selfish or unwise to have any children at all in such a world (especially given their financial circumstances) but she welcomed life anyway. I’ve always loved the character of Molly Wesley.
I love this! My son is dressed as a Hogwarts student for Book Character Day at school. I just yelled at him “Don't run with your wand!” and realized I was channeling Molly. 😂
What a joy to read this post Kathryn! I always loved, and truly laughed out loud at Molly Weasley's quick wit and fierce portrayal of motherhood to her own children and the extras like Harry and Hermione throughout the series. This is such a clever post but also sprinkled with so much wisdom and challenge. From an old Mom and Grammy, I appreciate all the heart you poured into this post. Blessings to you and yours.
I’m re-reading Harry Potter (currently on Order of the Phoenix) during nursing hours and have been so transfixed by Molly Weasley now that I’m a mother. I love every bit of your article—the final point gave me chills! I’m saving this to revisit for inspiration 🧣🧹🦉✨
I love it! I’ve often wondered how JK Rowling wrote her as well as she did. I don’t know her personally of course, but she doesn’t seem like she is a Molly type person so she must know the kind of person intimately to be able to write one this well. It is usually hard for liberal feminist type females to truly understand deeply committed home and family centered women, not to stereo-type and under rate them. I cried when Molly killed Bellatrix, particularly in the movie because it brought the scene to life so well, and I loved that JK reserved that role for Molly. It was so perfect. Her ability to fiercely defend everything she loved and believed in.
Delicious read, with so much actionable advice! Thank you so much, I might Molly Weasley on my wallpaper collage or something like that to remind me of this. What a delight!
This was so lovely to read. Such a well-written article! I’ve only read a few of the Harry Potter books, but I enjoyed the mothering and homemaking of Molly Weasley. And this makes me want to try to read them again.
Thanks for writing it. I’m going to share it on my Substack.
I love this post. You gave your readers a gift and loved us well by posting this. This was the encouragement I needed today to keep doing what I’ve been doing.
Not only was Molly Weasley a part of the resistance, but she went on to have 7 children knowing that Voldemort wasn’t fully defeated. She could have easily decided that it was selfish or unwise to have any children at all in such a world (especially given their financial circumstances) but she welcomed life anyway. I’ve always loved the character of Molly Wesley.
That’s so profound! Another reason to love her!
I've never considered this, what a beautiful insight!
Beautiful comment!
I love this! My son is dressed as a Hogwarts student for Book Character Day at school. I just yelled at him “Don't run with your wand!” and realized I was channeling Molly. 😂
“Just because you can do magic doesn’t mean you can whip your wands out for every little thing!!!!”
What a joy to read this post Kathryn! I always loved, and truly laughed out loud at Molly Weasley's quick wit and fierce portrayal of motherhood to her own children and the extras like Harry and Hermione throughout the series. This is such a clever post but also sprinkled with so much wisdom and challenge. From an old Mom and Grammy, I appreciate all the heart you poured into this post. Blessings to you and yours.
Oh Jody, those words meant so much to me!! Thank you!!
I’m re-reading Harry Potter (currently on Order of the Phoenix) during nursing hours and have been so transfixed by Molly Weasley now that I’m a mother. I love every bit of your article—the final point gave me chills! I’m saving this to revisit for inspiration 🧣🧹🦉✨
Oh my goodness, that is so kind! I think Order of the Phoenix Molly is my favorite 😍😍😍
I love it! I’ve often wondered how JK Rowling wrote her as well as she did. I don’t know her personally of course, but she doesn’t seem like she is a Molly type person so she must know the kind of person intimately to be able to write one this well. It is usually hard for liberal feminist type females to truly understand deeply committed home and family centered women, not to stereo-type and under rate them. I cried when Molly killed Bellatrix, particularly in the movie because it brought the scene to life so well, and I loved that JK reserved that role for Molly. It was so perfect. Her ability to fiercely defend everything she loved and believed in.
I really enjoyed this! It's given me some fresh courage for the tasks ahead.
Laura, thank you so much for the kind words!
Delicious read, with so much actionable advice! Thank you so much, I might Molly Weasley on my wallpaper collage or something like that to remind me of this. What a delight!
Oh that’s a wonderful idea!! Thank you so much, Margarida!
This was so lovely to read. Such a well-written article! I’ve only read a few of the Harry Potter books, but I enjoyed the mothering and homemaking of Molly Weasley. And this makes me want to try to read them again.
Thanks for writing it. I’m going to share it on my Substack.
You are so, so kind. Truly! Thank you so much for the encouragement. 😍
Molly during the Battle of Hogwarts is GOALS! I wrote about her years ago; perhaps it's time to revisit.
YES! Isn’t she just amazing?
This post just filled my heart with gladness.
Wendi, that was so kind and encouraging! Thank you!
I love this post. You gave your readers a gift and loved us well by posting this. This was the encouragement I needed today to keep doing what I’ve been doing.
God bless you!!
Kate, that really encouraged my heart. Thank you so much!
What a beautiful post. I have always loved this character and you did such a great job explaining what makes her such a great role model.
So beautifully written. In all my aspirations to be Hermione or Mcgonagall, I cannot forget the mothers of this series!
Bravo! So well-written!!
Gosh, thank you so, so much
Thank you for taking the time to put together this comparison - she is definitely a fantastic literary example! And lowkey a ‘cozy’ fashion icon!
Fatastic piece of writing Kathryn, thanks for sharing fellow potterhead !