Harry's too busy to do the whole journalling bit, but you can read about his exploits over at augury_rpg, which is where all the cool kids hang out.

Sent the morning of 12 August 1997, Tuesday

Neville,

It's been some time, mate. How's your gran been treating you?

We need to talk about the upcoming school year, specifically the DA. Can you meet me for breakfast tomorrow at the Leaky Cauldron?

-Harry

12 am
A brown owl swoops down on the Burrow and scratches at one of the windows. It does not leave until someone takes the message.

Owl to the Weasleys

I've taken Hermione to St. Mungo's.
There's been a Something has happened.
Come right away.

-Harry

Friday, 1 August 1997

( Owl to Ginny Weasley )

Happy Birthday to me!
Happy Birthday to me!
I'm of legal age now!
Uncle Vernon, get stuffed!

I admit, it lacks that certain bit of poetic flair, but the sentiment is still the same. I feel pretty good about this birthday actually.

In ten hours, I'm out of here for good.