Welcome to Hogwarts

Welcome To Hogwarts

They sailed silently across the lake

The water as smooth as glass.

All the while wondering what lie in store

What test they'd have to pass.

"Fred said something 'bout a troll

Or maybe we must compete.

But if I'm to pass, I tell you this

They gotta let us eat."

They got to the door and were greeted

By a witch with a stern expression.

"Now listen up and I'll give you all

These very important directions."

"Through these doors you will go

And join those who are there

Sorting is a serious thing

Done with thought and care."

As they walked on through the doors

Harry looked up, with much surprise

"It's enchanted, as you can see,

To look like the evening skies."

One by one they wore the Hat

To see where they would be.

Ron sat down with his brothers;

His face was filled with glee.

When at last Harry was called

He stepped up with anticipation

But when the Hat spoke to him

He was filled with trepidation.

"Hm, let's see. What to do?

What house should you be in?"

"I only ask of you one thing-

Anywhere but Slytherin."

"If you are certain, I'll comply

Your request I won't ignore.

Instead of Slytherin, 'Puff or 'Claw

You are now a Gryffindor!"

A sigh of relief escaped from Harry

As he went and took his seat.

Then a gentleman stood up front

Before they started to eat.

"Welcome all to a brand new year."

Dumbledore started to speak.

Now before we feast, I must say -

Nitwit, oddment, blubber, tweak!

Ham and chicken, chops and jellies

Harry ate til he thought he'd burst.

Then came cakes, tarts and pies

And pumpkin juice to quench his thirst.

Before they headed off to bed

Dumbledore stood once more.

"Do not go to the corridor

Which is up on the third floor."

"Why that is, I cannot say

But if you value your breath

You'll stay away this year

Or else you'll meet your death."

With those words the song was sung

And everyone bid goodnight.

Harry crawled into his bed