I've been hearing a lot about the charity auction this week, and there are a few gossip columnists calling those of us who have chosen to not participate out, undoubtedly feeling that by doing so, we would change our minds.

I'm not changing my mind.

When I was a child, my parents divorced. In the midst of all of that, the Muggle media treated me as if I were a commodity, a product to be traded and my misery to be exploited. As an adult, I have a choice, and have made the decision to not place myself into any situation where I would feel as if I am not treated as a human being.

I realise that it is not the intention of those who have put this auction together, but I need to make the best situation for myself. I will be making a comparable donation to the children's home, and one in my daughter's name.