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[misty-howler]

If you were a part of Royal Family...

Hi there... Welcome everyone to a new pac. This is a if you were a part of Royal Family. And it is a Collab with @royaleofury It is an old pac

Disclaimer : This reading is for entertainment purpose only. I and my dear friend would not take any responsibility if after reading this reading someone decides that they are the the ruler of their house and gets scolded/beaten for bossing around their younger siblings.

Choose your pile intuitively :)

Pile 1

By @misty-howler

Cards : five of pentacles ; five of swords ; queen of pentacles ; nine of cups and two of pentacles.

I see if you are a part of royality then in the starting your kingdom might suffer like you won't have financial stability. And people might die of hunger in your kingdom that would be because of politics as there are many people who wants to ascend the throne there might be a lot of wars in your kingdom. And a lot of dirty tricks.

Also the rulers from other kingdoms would like to take advantage of this civil war and will try to take over your kingdom from your hands. I see a motherly figure coming in then who will bring solution to the problems now I see that this woman would be really gentle and they know how a Kingdom works so could be your mum or grandmother.

Whoever it is sees that the kingdom is suffering due to the royal family and they wouldn't want that to happen.

So, she will bring solution to problem and everything will be fine. At the end everything will be sorted and your kingdom will look like a fairy tale like it would be so surreal. People living there will be so happy as everyone will have proper three time meal and work to do everybody will be living their dream life in the kingdom.

There will be still problems in the royal family though because now you would be struggling between two options for whom to ascend The throne this could be you and your sibling. The other one doesn't want to leave and so does you there will be problems and you would want to solve them wisely. I don't see any dirty games or anything. So it is possible that you and your sibling will have some kind of competition and you will win fairly and ascend the throne.

Pile 2

By @misty-howler

Cards : seven of cups ; two of wands ; strength ; the world and queen of swords.

Without any doubt I can say pile 2 you will be the queen of your kingdom and you will rule it flawlessly like first of all I'm saying that your kingdom will have a lot of treasure like your kingdom has everything name it and you get it like your kingdom would be one of the most powerful kingdoms in the history. People would really really appreciate you because of your efforts that you put in for the kingdom although there will be some tiny miny dirty tricks but that won't affect you.

You will conquer a lot of new states into your kingdom and your family is very very happy from you because they are actually proud as you are expanding the boundaries. Pile 2 you are like that fearless brave courageous ruler who is also loving caring gentle you guys are all in one.

With the strength card I am seeing that people will see you what do I say pile 2 ask someone who is very courageous and Brave like it is if you go on a war it is next to impossible that you want when it this doesn't mean that you have a rivalry with all the kingdoms around you I am seeing that most of them are your friends and don't wish to mess with you.

Everything is very systematic and in order in your kingdom there is no inequality everyone is treated fairly like I am seeing people in these cards and everyone is different from the other one. Still everyone looks very happy so you might ruler Kingdom which is big enough to have different races.

Pile 2 what a life you will have. I am also saying that you will get married to someone who is a ruler as well like maybe it is a marriage between Kingdom so they forever stay allies. Your person will be very intelligent and straight to the point like if they want kids they will straight away come to you and say "Hey, I want kids what do you think?" Obviously they won't push you for anything and also they will involve you in all of the decisions that take regarding the kingdom.

I was very giggly while I was doing your reading. So you might have a really bubbly personality when you are in the castle but in the battlefield you are a fearless and bold ruler who just knows that they have to win the fight over there enemy which is standing right in front of them.

Pile 3

By @royaleofury

Cards I got for you : four of wands, ace of swords, eight of cups,page of wands and The high priestess.

Very beautiful and active energy. Feel like you guys are mixture of stability yet impulsive. You will take decisions fast but accurate. There is haste here but for the good of people.

I feel that you all will not rule your father's side of kingdom. You all can get married first, when you are a princess and then become the queen of your king and then rule their kingdom. The marriage is very beautiful and blessed by elders. Maybe you could have choosen your own prince. But I see you as equally happy as the Prince. Celebrations, people visiting the palace to give you blessings, parties, etc. I do see your inauguration in the new kingdom.

There can be a big ceremony for you becoming the new queen and each one of them are looking forward to you sitting over the throne.

I don't see you nervous about it. You may already know the results of getting married in a royal family. You knew that you have to sit on the throne and take care of your responsibilities and accept them naturally. You are equally happy as the kingdom. I see the King , also happy with you becoming the Queen beside him.

This will be a new beginning in your life. You will learn how the whole kingdom works and take decisions that serves the best for them. I see your decisions are going to be firm and composed. You may not take much time with taking decisions. It's like you will already know whats good for the kingdom and its people. You will do your duties with full heart.

Sometimes, I do see you taking time off from your duties. It's necessary you have to take care of your own too. You may go for night outs and look for peace . Like wearing something very different and disguise yourself in the kingdom. While, taking this time out , you will also secretly check up on the people of you kingdom, if they are doing well or not,if they are happy under you or not. I think you won't take any guards with you during this time at night. The King can get very worried about you and your whereabouts. When you reach home, I see the King waiting outside your chamber and become relieved once he sees you.

Once you return back to the duties again, you will do your duties with utmost sincerity again. The people of the kingdom may see you as very wise and authorative person. They feel to be under you and are always there to support their queen

Pile 4

By @royaleofury

Cards I got for you: ace of Pentacles, six of wands, seven of swords, the Moon,the Hanged man.

Two major arcanas , hmm, very beautiful dear. I think you may have manifested to become the queen of your kingdom. With ace of Pentacles, I feel that the whole thing will be something new for you. It will take you to a whole new level and will bring certain opportunities for you and your kingdom. This is the start of the upliftment of your kingdom.So, I think you will stability to your kingdom. You will try to enhance the living conditions of the people around you. I see that your kingdom may not be in the best position when you start your rule. But you will try your best to bring prosperity and wealth in your kingdom. I also, see you doing charity and humanitarian works from time to time. You all can be really worried about your kingdom and really wants to see it growing. Also, you may give some jobs in your palace to the the jobless people and thereby helping them out.

Also, I see that you can be very brave and courageous. You may even go to wars to fight for your kingdom. Lol, the best thing is I don't see a King or any male supporting you. It feels like women power. You have the power, and you know what you are doing.I feel this savage queen vibes from you. When you fight for your kingdom ,I see the citizens extremely praying for you to win, guess what you do win and make your kingdom proud. I see you playing different tricks and tactics on the battlefield and conquering them. You all can work more through brain than being physical. Its like you can already know the next move of your enemy and plan your next move. Thereby,you end up winning. You all are blessed with cleverness.

I feel that a very young age you all were given the responsibilities of the Kingdom. You couldn't even enjoy your childhood properly. Therefore, you can be little distant and do not show your emotions to everyone. Your work pressure was too much that you didn't get time to interact with your friends. Unlike , normal teenagers, who had time to make good memories, you were doing work to bring prosperity to the kingdom. Also , I feel that you can sense about the bad intentions of the Kings or Queens from the neighbouring kingdoms. You know who are there for friendship and who are trying to spy on you. You will listen to your subconscious mind while taking such decisions.

Also, the other Kings and Queens may feel that you have totally different approach to life and to the process of handling the kingdom. But they don't know that how much of a perfectionist you are in your work. Your unique thinking makes you stand out in a crowd.

@royaleofury masterlist : here

@misty-howler masterlist : here

It was such a beautiful experience to collab with you @royaleofury she is really very sweet.

I hope you guys enjoyed this reading and it made you smile a little bit and you could actually see a bit of yourself as a part of a royal family.

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[ariesluvz]

Tag game:

What is your aesthetic based on your moon sign + core on Pinterest? And tag your moots to do the same!!

Mine: virgocore

Tagging: @royaleofury @alaezasmystery @intuitive-bbloom @sunkissedchld @sunisglowing @sxorpiomooon @wa-kaizen @asstrolo @blacksoulwhixpers-tarot @celestialblushxoxo @dianas-starry-night @luvleona @nayeours @roseymess @the-falling-star @yoursinfinitely @mystiicwinter @samisinsomniac @misty-howler @miingyuu @anmol-gaur @moonlightcreme @tulatodivine

#tag game

[alaezasmystery235]

Can u recommend your fav blogs on here

Yesss anonie !!!!! These are my all time fav people who are sweet and are good friends of mine . Also their content are too good to be true . I've mentioned everyone for whom i follow for their astrology and tarot contents . Specially my moots too 💜 .

@adventuretaryn @amourdivine @ariesluvz @bewitchingivy @ceyrann @dark4ngel @daninixx @eternalneo @emprexxluxaic @everythingthemoontouches @fantasticnerdluminary @gyuaaa @galene-gothic @gryphis-eyes @glitteringbamboo @hillarysss @hotdogdynamitezzz @infipretty @i3yoo @intuitive-bbloom @imaginaryxtiara @jovescorpio @jazayy @kisscookin @luvleona @misty-howler @minlve0 @maghagirlastrobits @miingyuu @neptunianrose @nuxvibe @neptunes-sol-angel @notanastrologer @pbstarot @psychelis-new @royaleofury @rainyyz @sunkissedchld @sirenvibes222 @thestitchywitchy @thedivineart @the-wild-candy @the-falling-star @pearl-tarotist @zeldasnotes @astrojoy

I still have many but I'm not sure if they will be comfortable enough for me to tag them . But heyyyy here you go and have some fun checking their contents out !!!

[royaleofury]

𝒜𝓇𝑒 𝓎𝑜𝓊 𝓇𝑒𝒶𝒹𝓎~

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I am Clara(she/her) , 20 years old. I have been practicing astrology for 2 years and tarot for 1 year as of now.

For my strongest psychic powers, it includes clairvoyance and premonition dreams. I also like to read webtoons and mangas with handsome male characters ( I am big simp)

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𝒜𝓈𝓉𝓇𝑜 𝒲𝑜𝓇𝓀𝓈

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➺ᴀꜱᴛʀᴏ ᴏʙꜱᴇʀᴠᴀᴛɪᴏɴꜱ: ᴘ1 ᴘ2 ᴘ3 ᴘ4

ᴘ5 ᴘ6 ᴘ7 ᴘ8

➺ᴘʟᴀɴᴇᴛꜱ ᴛʜʀᴏᴜɢʜ ʜᴏᴜꜱᴇꜱ

ꜱᴜɴ ᴍᴏᴏɴ ᴜʀᴀɴᴜꜱ

➺ᴀꜱᴛᴇʀᴏɪᴅꜱ: ᴋɴɪɢʜᴛ ɴᴀʀᴄɪꜱꜱᴜꜱ ʜᴇʙᴇ

➺ꜱʏɴᴀꜱᴛʀʏ ᴀꜱᴘᴇᴄᴛꜱ

➺ᴠᴇɴᴜꜱ ᴏʙꜱᴇʀᴠᴀᴛɪᴏɴꜱ

➺ꜱᴀᴛᴜʀɴ ᴏʙꜱᴇʀᴠᴀᴛɪᴏɴꜱ

➺ꜰᴀᴍᴇ ɪɴᴅɪᴄᴀᴛᴏʀꜱ: ᴘ1 ᴘ2

➺ʙʜʀɪɢᴜ ʙɪɴᴅᴜ

➺ꜱɪᴅᴇʀᴇᴀʟ ᴘʟᴀɴᴇᴛᴀʀʏ ᴀꜱᴘᴇᴄᴛꜱ

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➺Yᴏɢᴀꜱ ɪɴ ᴄʜᴀʀᴛ:ᴀᴜꜱᴘɪᴄɪᴏᴜꜱ Iɴᴀᴜꜱᴘɪᴄɪᴏᴜꜱ

➺ʙᴀꜱɪᴄꜱ ᴏꜰ ᴠᴇᴅɪᴄ ᴀꜱᴛʀᴏʟᴏɢʏ

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➺ʀᴇʟᴀᴛɪᴏɴꜱʜɪᴘ ᴅʏɴᴀᴍɪᴄ ᴡɪᴛʜ ʏᴏᴜʀ ꜱᴘᴏᴜꜱᴇ

➺ʏᴏᴜʀ ꜰᴀᴛᴇᴅ ᴄᴏɴɴᴇᴄᴛɪᴏɴ( ᴡɪᴛʜ @alaezasmystery )

➺ᴇᴠᴇʀʏᴛʜɪɴɢ ᴀʙᴏᴜᴛ ʏᴏᴜʀ ꜱᴘᴏᴜꜱᴇ ᴘᴛ.1 ( ᴡɪᴛʜ @cancerfairy ᴀɴᴅ @planetsxmore )

➺ᴇᴠᴇʀʏᴛʜɪɴɢ ᴀʙᴏᴜᴛ ʏᴏᴜʀ ꜱᴘᴏᴜꜱᴇ ᴘᴛ.2( ᴡɪᴛʜ @misty-howler ᴀɴᴅ @sunisglowing )

➺ᴠᴀʟᴇɴᴛɪɴᴇ'ꜱ ᴅᴀʏ ᴡɪᴛʜ ʏᴏᴜʀ ᴘᴇʀꜱᴏɴ

➺ᴍᴇꜱꜱᴀɢᴇꜱ ꜰʀᴏᴍ ꜱᴘɪʀɪᴛ ɢᴜɪᴅᴇꜱ

➺ʜᴏᴡ ʏᴏᴜʀ ᴡᴏʀᴋ-ʟɪꜰᴇ ᴡɪʟʟ ʙᴇ?

➺ɢᴇɴᴇʀᴀʟ ʀᴇᴀᴅɪɴɢ ꜰᴏʀ 2022

➺ᴡʜᴀᴛ ᴅᴏᴇꜱ ᴘᴇᴏᴘʟᴇ ᴀʀᴏᴜɴᴅ ʏᴏᴜ ᴛʜɪɴᴋ ᴀʙᴏᴜᴛ ʏᴏᴜ?

➺ʏᴏᴜ ɪɴ ᴀ ʀᴏᴍ-ᴄᴏᴍ ᴅʀᴀᴍᴀ

➺ ɪꜱ ᴛʜɪꜱ ᴍᴇ ?

➺ʜᴏᴡ ᴡᴀꜱ ʏᴏᴜʀ ᴘᴀꜱᴛ ʟɪꜰᴇ?( ᴡɪᴛʜ @luvleona )

➺ɢʟᴀɴᴄᴇ ᴀᴛ 2023

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[allthebrazilianpolitics]

Brazil’s Atlantic Forest Was Long Neglected—Now, It’s a Lush Destination for Eco Tourism

A longtime victim of deforestation, the forest is now home to more species per square meter than the Amazon.

Not too far in the distance, the Atlantic Forest crests along the horizon, bobbing in and out of misty clouds in emerald green lumps above the sea. I trace its irregular contours from a water taxi as we cut through waves alongside Guiana dolphins, traveling from the Brazilian town of Cananéia to a state park on Cardoso Island.

Cardoso has six communities of Caiçaras—subsistence farmers and fishermen whose culture (like Brazil’s itself) is a mix of European, African, and Indigenous influences. Otherwise, it’s a fantastically feral place full of marshes and mangroves, beaches and waterfalls, woodlands and estuaries.

I hike along a wooden boardwalk in search of regal egrets and flamboyant scarlet ibises. Deeper into Cardoso’s forest, brown howler monkeys fill the viscous air with their guttural moans. This, my guide Amanda Selivon explains, is how much of the Brazilian coast looked before Europeans arrived in the 1500s.

“The Atlantic Forest was destroyed at a moment when people didn't really have a culture and consciousness that this natural resource could run out,” says Selivon, founder of the tour company EkoWays, which specializes in regenerative tourism in the Atlantic Forest. “Yet, it’s nearly as diverse as the better-known Amazon and actually has more species per square meter.”

If you’ve seen any photos of Rio de Janeiro then you’re already familiar with the loamy hills of the Atlantic Forest, which run through 11 Brazilian states—from the state of Rio Grande do Norte in the north, to Rio Grande do Sul in the south of the massive country. Some 70 percent of all Brazilians—and a third of all South Americans—live within its midst. That fact helps explain why 85 percent of its original canopy has been deforested over the past 500 years—a process linked to the history of Cananéia: It was from this small port, now marked by cobblestoned streets and crumbling colonial-era homes, that the Portuguese launched their first conquest along the coast in 1531, replacing the immense forest they found with cities and farmland.

Fast forward to 2022, however, and the Atlantic Forest is now the setting of one of the most uplifting stories in global conservation. The Trillion Trees initiative, which has mapped global forest regrowth since 2000, found that over the past two decades, the Atlantic Forest has gained 10.4 million acres (an area the size of The Netherlands), making it one of the most successful examples of forest restoration on earth.

Continue reading.

#brazil #brazilian politics #politics #environmentalism #tourism #atlantic forest #mod nise da silveira #image description in alt

[pronounrespector]

*twitter is on fire behind us and everyone is a howler monkey that is screaming* hi! How are you today?

Anyways, today’s question is what is your favorite thing to do with friends?

hi misty! I'm alr actually today has been the most relaxing day I've had in like a month I think so I'm doing good!

I think my favorite thing to do with my friends is probably play different video games with them (mostly fortnite) because I'm in a friend group of- about 12 people including myself. Some of us have been friends since 2017 some of us have been friends since late 2021 there's been people who have come and gone throughout the time we have all known each other but it's mostly just been us 12

When there's at least 4 people in one call it actually becomes really fucking chaotic. Thankfully we've never all been in one call together because we are in different timezones ofc (and to be honest I don't think my ears would be able to handle that) the most there's ever been in one call is probably 10 of us and by the time I got off the game I had like, actual tears rolling down my face at some point and my stomach hurt, all from laughing too hard

#Okay I'm gonna stfu now #I just had to rewrite that like 3 times #Bc I keep rambling abt my friends #My nd ass doesn't know how to shut up sometimes 😔 #Sorry misty lol #beep booping #Hi misty :D

[aaatourcostarica1]

Crafting Your Dream Escape: Custom Trip Planning to Costa Rica

Costa Rica, with its lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and diverse wildlife, is a traveler's paradise. If you're considering a journey to this tropical wonderland, you're in for a treat. But why settle for a cookie-cutter vacation package when you can have a tailor-made adventure that perfectly aligns with your interests and preferences? In this article, we'll explore the joys of custom trip planning to Costa Rica and how it can transform your vacation into a truly unforgettable experience.

Why Choose Custom Trip Planning?

Personalized Itineraries:

When you opt for custom trip planning, every aspect of your Costa Rican adventure is personalized. From the destinations you visit to the activities you participate in, you have the freedom to create an itinerary that resonates with your unique interests and desires.

Hidden Gems:

While Costa Rica is famous for its tourist hotspots, there are numerous hidden gems waiting to be discovered. A custom trip planner can introduce you to secluded beaches, lesser-known hiking trails, and charming local communities that often get overlooked by conventional tours.

Local Expertise:

A well-connected and knowledgeable local trip planner can provide insights and recommendations that guidebooks simply can't match. They can steer you toward authentic experiences, local cuisine, and cultural interactions that enrich your journey.

Designing Your Dream Costa Rican Vacation

Selecting Destinations:

Costa Rica offers a diverse range of landscapes, from the misty cloud forests of Monteverde to the pristine beaches of the Nicoya Peninsula. With custom trip planning, you can choose the regions that most captivate your imagination.

Adventure or Relaxation:

Whether you crave adrenaline-pumping adventures like zip-lining and white-water rafting or prefer a laid-back beach getaway with yoga and spa treatments, your custom itinerary can cater to your preferred pace and style.

Wildlife Encounters:

Costa Rica is renowned for its biodiversity. Customize your trip to include visits to national parks and wildlife reserves, where you can spot howler monkeys, toucans, and the elusive quetzal bird.

Cultural Immersion:

Engage with Costa Rica's vibrant culture by including visits to local markets, traditional festivals, and opportunities to interact with indigenous communities. Custom trip planning allows for meaningful cultural exchanges.

Practical Considerations

Budget Management:

A custom trip doesn't have to break the bank. Your planner can work with you to create an itinerary that aligns with your budget while still delivering an incredible experience.

Accommodation Choices:

From boutique eco-lodges deep in the rainforest to luxurious beachfront resorts, your custom trip planner can help you choose accommodations that suit your comfort and style preferences.

Custom trip planning to Costa Rica offers the freedom to design an adventure that's uniquely yours. By working with a local expert, you'll unlock the full potential of this beautiful country, experiencing its natural wonders, cultural richness, and hidden treasures in a way that resonates with your passions and interests. Don't settle for an off-the-shelf vacation – craft your dream escape to Costa Rica and make memories that will last a lifetime.Costa Rica Vacation Packages & Custom Trips Planning. Unlock the Best of Costa Rica: Expert Vacation Planning for Families & Honeymooners with AAA Tour Costa Rica. Custom Packages for Your Dream Getaway!

#Costa Rica Custom Trips

[stubobnumbers]

My Favorite Films I Watched In 2022.

My Favorite Films I Watched in 2022.

Note 1. These are films I watched in 2022. Not that were all released in 2022. Note 2. This is a subjective ranking based on how much I enjoyed the film. Not necessarily based on the quality of the film.

1. The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly (1966) - A bounty hunting scam joins two men in an uneasy alliance against a third in a race to find a fortune in gold buried in a remote cemetery. (This film is very well-made. I wouldn't put it on for a random lazy afternoon, but I strongly recommend everyone watch it once.)

2. How To Train Your Dragon 2 (2014) - When Hiccup and Toothless discover an ice cave that is home to hundreds of new wild dragons and the mysterious Dragon Rider, the two friends find themselves at the center of a battle to protect the peace. (Quality sequel.)

3. Chip 'N Dale: Rescue Rangers (2022) - Thirty years after their popular television show ended, chipmunks Chip and Dale live very different lives. When a cast member from the original series mysteriously disappears, the pair must reunite to save their friend. (This is a fun, spiritual successor to 'Roger Rabbit'. I really enjoyed this flick.)

4. Child's Play (1988) - A single mother gives her son a much sought-after doll for his birthday, only to discover that it is possessed by the soul of a serial killer. (This is a fun, sometimes creepy horror flick. I had seen parts of this film through the years, but this is the year I sat and watched it in one sitting.)

5. Onward (2020) - Two elven brothers embark on a quest to bring their father back for one day. (Great concept. Good execution. And it had me getting a bit misty-eyed a few times.)

6. The Fox And The Hound 2 (2006) - Tod and Copper still go together like an itch and a scratch, but when Copper gets a shot at the big time with a nutty group of hound dog howlers, their purebred friendship is put to the test. (Look, this ranking is entirely based on Reba McEntire voicing 'Dixie'.)

7. Jane Eyre (1943) - After a harsh childhood, orphan Jane Eyre is hired by Edward Rochester, the brooding lord of a mysterious manor house, to care for his young daughter. (Joan Fontaine and Orson Welles are good in this film. I have never read the book.)

8. Sahara (1943) - After the fall of Tobruk in 1942, during the Allied retreat in the Libyan desert, an American tank picks-up a motley group of survivors but they face advancing Germans and a lack of water. (Solid war film. Humphrey Bogart is good, as usual, in it.)

9. Balto II: Wolf Quest (2001) - Balto and his daughter Aleu embark on a journey of adventure and self discovery. (I like the first 'Balto' quite a bunch, and that bias definitely boosts this sequel in my rankings.)

10. Fiend Without A Face (1958) - A scientist's thoughts materialize as an army of invisible brain-shaped monsters (complete with spinal-cord tails!) who terrorize an American military base in this nightmarish chiller. (I've seen a bunch of old horror and sci-fi flicks. This one is pretty good. Pretty good effects as well for the time.)

Honorable Mentions - Turning Red (2022), Guys And Dolls (1955), The Women (1939), Day The World Ended (1955), Pet Sematary (1989), and For Me And My Gal (1942).

According to my log on Letterboxd, I have seen 93 films for the first time in 2022. That number will be higher in 2023.

#movies

[vaexpeditionscostarica]

Visiting Sarapiqui on Rainforest Excursions in Costa Rica

Introducing Sarapiqui, Costa Rica 

Sarapiqui is a well-known destination for birding, wildlife, adventure, and ecotourism in Costa Rica. Vacationers visit Sarapiqui to enjoy thrills and relaxation and immerse naturally in tropical rainforest excursions. You can visit there with family as there is an excellent range of activities available for all ages. 

Volcan Arenal rises out of the jungle and dominates the landscape near the town of La Fortuna, Costa Rica.

Whether you are a honeymooner and looking for a romantic getaway in nature, or an adventure traveler craving adrenalin-pumping thrills in the wild, taking rainforest excursions in Sarapiqui, Costa Rica, will cover all of your needs. 

Misty Rainforest in Costa Rica, Central America

What are the things to do in Sarapiqui, Costa Rica?

Explore tropical rainforests. 

The tropical rainforest is the key takeaway during your visit to Sarapiqui, Costa Rica. The rainforest astounds the senses with abundant exotic smells, sounds, and sights. Get ready to experience the call of howler monkeys at dusk or before the rainstorm, singing frogs, birds calling out at night, incredible smells of tropical hardwood tree species, diverse textures, shades, and shapes of leaves, foliage, and lianas, and much more. The tropical rainforest in Sarapiqui never fails to impress. 

Misty Rainforest in Costa Rica, Central America

Take a tour of Sarapiqui to indulge in the picturesque rainforest vistas in the best way possible. If you rise early, you will enjoy catching a glimpse of sunrise over the mists and the verdant canopy setting the alarm. However, if you prefer sleeping in, you can enjoy a leisurely, romantic sunset and chirping cicadas and birds settling down for the evening. 

Take a wildlife exploration along the rainforest. 

Sarapiqui is a magnificent cradle of tropical biodiversity, offering incredible rainforest hiking among plants and animals. The Costa Rican paradise draws the attention of birders from all around the world. It makes a perfect destination for first-timers to spark a lifelong passion for watching wildlife. Sarapiqui is the home to several world-renowned private wildlife reserves and field stations to learn about conservation, ecotourism, and ongoing biological research. 

Misty Rainforest in Costa Rica, Central America

Guided wildlife hikes can allow you to spot species like birds, sloths, and peccaries – boar-like mammals during the daytime. The night will let you see nocturnal creatures like owls, tree frogs, kinkajous – arboreal mammals, etc. You should have a certified naturalist guide by your side. They have the knowledge, training, and equipment like scopes and special flashlights to provide an informative, engaging experience while respecting wildlife and natural habitat. 

Handing Bridge in green jungle, Costa Rica, Central America

Take a white water rafting tour.

As the tributary of the San Juan River, the Sarapiqui River forms part of the northern border between Costa Rica and Nicaragua and flows out to the Caribbean Sea. It is a perfect destination for white water rafting adventure as the river provides both class 3 and class 4 rapids which is ideal for both beginners and experts. 

Take a farm and food tour. 

Apart from adventures, Sarapiqui offers delicious, educational farm and food tour opportunities for vacationers. These tour packages are perfect for those curious about tropical export production’s ins and outs, like pineapple, chocolate, and coffee. In addition, organic and family farms open their operations to visitors to share their attachment to the land and products from Costa Rica with customers worldwide. 

Bottom Line –

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The Marauders - 7th Year

Sirius Black by @bringblackback Remus Lupin by @siriusfirstchocolatesecond Lily Evans by @ami-acts James Potter by @olivandersdaughter Peter Pettigrew by @the-ginger-magician Taken at MISTI-Con by me* (IG: @ami_shoots) *except the ones I’m in, but no one remembers who I randomly handed my phone to when

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Introspective to Say the Least

Summary: Remus Lupin is late for class - his class actually. Matters don’t seem to become easier when the Potion Master, Severus Snape, hands him a riddle for him to decipher.

Author notes: I wrote this in January 2021 but I felt it needed one more look over. I absolutely love the in between moments that aren’t included in the books - but definitely hinted at.  Fic was inspired by this GIF set. Hope you enjoy :)

T&Cs: Header image is not my own but used from Pottermore.

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Bugger

Lupin swore to himself as he turned the corner that led towards the Great Hall. He hastily sidestepped, avoiding a close collision with a group of Hufflepuff students.

‘Morning Professor.’

‘Morning, morning,’ He politely greeted back over his shoulder.

Lupin dared a glimpse down at the misty scratched surface of his wrist watch. Groaning to himself, he picked up the pace. Curse his greed for an extra hour of sleep this morning.

Entering the Great Hall at long last, Lupin pulled on his teaching cloak and adjusted his frayed collar over it. He approached the teacher's table and took his usual seat, nodding towards the last remaining professors who were sharing a quick word before class.

Lupin reached for a piece of toast that was still warm and placed it between his teeth before beginning to cut an apple into quarters. Glancing up at the nearly empty Great Hall, he turned his wrist to take another peek at the time. Breathing in sharply, and almost choking on the toast still lodged between his teeth, Lupin hurriedly tossed a liberal amount of marmalade on his half bitten slice.

As he did so, a looming figure had drawn beside him, blocking the beam of morning sun that had been pleasantly spilling onto him.

‘Lupin - late start to the week I see,’ Came the familiar slow drawl.

Lupin looked up smiling courteously. ‘Good morning Severus, yes afraid so.’

‘I trust you had a pleasant time off,’ Snape added, his tone offering no actual intention on wishing for it to have been pleasant at all.

‘As best I could, thank you. Did you need something from me?’ Lupin asked.

‘Yes, actually,’ Snape’s mouth curled into a sardonic smirk. ‘When I took over the extra work of teaching your class - I assigned some homework. But seeing as you are back, and looking refreshed,’ Lupin smiled at the effortless sarcasm, knowing full well what he looked like today. ‘Perhaps you could mark them yourself, it is your class after all Lupin.’

‘Yes of course Severus, I am very grateful,’ He nodded. ‘I can mark them today actually. I'm going to be giving the-’

'Wonderful,' Snape interrupted. ‘And dare I say Lupin, you might even find the essays… introspective.’

Snape strode off, leaving Lupin with one final glimpse of an ominous sneer. Transfixed, he watched as the black billowing cloak disappeared out the doors. The marmalade's sweetness turned tart on his tongue and the crunchy toast now sat unpleasantly soggy in his mouth. From his own experience, Snape never uttered the word 'wonderful' unless it meant the opposite for a foe.

Introspective

Nothing good could come of that.

A translucent veil came to stand between his view and Lupin slowly looked up at Nearly Headless Nick. Floating in the centre of a sausage tray, the Gryffindor ghost raised his eyebrows and tapped a ghostly finger to his wrist warningly.

Lupin turned his own wrist around.

Bugger it

Washing down what was left in his mouth with water - Lupin reached into his pocket and pulled out his cotton handkerchief. He folded the remains of toast and apple quarters into it before stuffing it back into his pocket.

As he ran up the stairs to where his class waited, his mind flew at possibilities waiting for him. A nasty image of howlers from disgusted parents made his stomach sink - and worse - Dumbledore, realising his mistake of hiring a werewolf, sacking him.

Lupin took in a breath and opened the door to his classroom.

‘Good morning everyone, I apologise for my tardiness,’ Lupin said quickly. He scanned over the many eyes that looked back at him, waiting for some sign of revulsion or fear. The lack of pitchforks were a good start, he figured.

‘Professor, you’re back!’

‘You’re alive!'

Lupin smiled meekly. 'Yes, Dean, quite alive.'

‘When we didn’t see you at breakfast, we were certain Snape would be back,’ Neville added placing his hand over his chest in clear relief.

‘Professor Snape, Neville,’ Lupin corrected and made his way towards his desk.

‘We thought he had snuffed you out,’ Ron added, a hint of warning in his voice that amused Lupin to no bounds. ‘He’s been after your job for years.’

‘Is that so?’ Lupin pulled off his teaching robes and draped them over his chair.

Hermione raised her hand. ‘Professor, I tried to tell him that we were still on chapter three - Barely Dangerous: Hexes and Curses - but he was quite adamant to skip ahead.’

‘Follows potion recipes for a living but can't follow a blimmin' syllabus, the git,’ Ron said under his breath.

Lupin opened his textbook. 'Wonderfully colourful, Ron, but I would prefer you save your creativity for lessons.'

‘Professor,' Hermione raised her hand again and was looking anxious. 'Does this mean the section on werewolves will be in this term’s tests - because I haven't added it to my studying schedule yet.’

Lupin tugged at his shirt collar, he suddenly felt as if a rather stubborn piece of toast had lodged itself in his throat.

The class had erupted into groans - some panicked that they hadn't even started a studying schedule yet.

‘I am sure professor Snape had his reasons everyone.’ He held up his hand to quieten the students down. He turned around setting the matter aside in his mind, there was a class to teach after all, and hitched up his sleeves. ‘Now, should we begin with the lesson?'

Waving his wand above him, Lupin covered his nose instinctively as the blackboard dropped down sending a great puff of chalk dust into the air.

He coughed, waving the dust away from him. 'For today's lesson, I thought we could discuss a recent story in the Daily Prophet.' He gently tapped the piece of chalk with the end of his wand. 'Anyone have any guesses?'

The chalk flew onto the blackboard waiting for Lupin to dictate.

‘Oh! Is it the Sphinx, Professor?’ Lavender asked excitedly. ‘I read a stray cat got into Gringotts and infected half the Sphinx guards with some kind of feline flu. The goblins were in an absolute panic.’

Lupin dragged his finger down the textbook. ‘I see you have been keeping track of the news Lavender, that is correct.' He looked up at her pleased. 'Now, before we get into the more enjoyable part of the lesson, please grant me your patience as we go through a brief history of the Sphinx on page 277.’

The reading of the chapter went by fairy quickly leaving plenty of time for what Lupin had in store for his class. He closed his textbook and tapped the blackboard which shot back up above him. He dusted off the chalk dust from his shoulders and turned around once more.

'With that, we have arrived to the practical side of the lesson - not to worry, I don't have one hiding in my desk,' He said seeing the nervous glances around. 'I shall be the Sphinx this time round, hypothetically of course. I will give you a riddle and the first person to come to me with the correct answer will receive the rest of the lesson to do as they please.'

The classroom erupted into instant excitement and chatter.

Lupin peered out the window. 'I myself would be quite partial to spending time enjoying the sunshine outside. As the Welsh say, to return to my trees. But-' He clasped his hands behind him. '-the choice will be yours.'

'Professor, what about those who can't figure it out?' Harry asked.

'I think it is punishment enough having a fellow student enjoy some free time while the rest continue work, is it not?' Lupin chuckled at the sounds of agreement from his class. ‘Now, as is custom with the Sphinx, you will only get one opportunity to hear the riddle. Please listen carefully:

He watched as his students rapidly wrote down the riddle, quills fluttering profusely.

You have me today,

Tomorrow you'll have more;

As your time passes,

I'm not easy to store;

I don't take up space,

But I'm only in one place;

I am what you saw,

But not what you see.

What am I?

‘Before you begin, please place professor Snape’s essays on your desk so I may collect them.’

Lupin walked up and down the rows of desks collecting parchment. Catching sight of the title, his stomach twisted unpleasantly: How to Recognise a Werewolf and Kill Them. It seemed subtilty wasn't a priority for Snape.

Holding the pile of parchments in his arms, Lupin felt weary as he walked back towards his desk. He sat down stretching out his legs, ignoring the click in his knee caps, and paged through his textbook. Lupin glanced over the werewolf skeleton diagram in front of him, the very same his own bones had broken into but three nights ago.

He dragged his fingers through his hair. How long until his students eventually placed the clues together? Because it really was a matter of when - not if. He glanced up and looked at Harry, he was muttering the riddle out to himself, brow furrowed.

Lupin looked away and reached for the first roll of parchment. He took in a deep breath as he read the first name.

Hermione Granger

If someone could follow breadcrumbs, this was the student.

Lupin read through the crammed handwriting and he had to admit, it was - as Snape had promised - introspective to say the least. Hermione had provided detailed visual aids, up to date information that would put any Ministry of Magic information pamphlet to shame. Turning over the page to a table titled 'pre and post-transfiguratio symptoms', Lupin felt cold wash through his veins. She might as well have been shadowing him the past week - it was all there.

Humans with the affliction may succumb to the skin condition eczema, often found on the hands, feet, knees and even neck. This is largely due to skin irritation caused by the rapid growth and contraction of fur during the transformation stages.

She had gone to this much research? Dragging his eyes from the words to his own hands, he saw the red and dry patches of irritated skin as clear as day, peeking out from under his sleeve. They were still raw and itched at the mere thought of them. He immediately pulled his hand away and placed it onto his lap out of sight.

This is what you get for forgetting your ointment you fool.

He had grown careless at his time back at Hogwarts, feeling self-assured under the safety of Dumbledore. Greedily, he had taken advantage and now had become negligent in hiding the evidence. With the clever minds and prying eyes around him, adding in his monthly absentness, he was at greater risk than he had ever been outside the school. Who was he kidding? As he played professor in front of his class, handing out riddles and dressing in teaching cloaks.

Clearly, Snape's ploy was not only cruel mockery, but also a necessary realisation.

Lupin took in a shaky breath as he felt his heart pick up pace. He circled Hermione’s full marks with another extra five points to Gryffindor for good measure.

Lupin knew his anxiety wasn't about to ease up as he reached for the next parchment.

Harry Potter

Feeling a quick ease in his shoulders at seeing that his, unlike Hermione’s, was single sided, double-spaced and had no tables. He could have kicked himself under the table, now wasn't the time to be celebrating Harry's lack of interest just because it suited him. If anything, he should tell Harry to put in a little more effort. Lupin was his teacher first and foremost, he had lost the privilege of being called anything other than that since he vanished from the boy's life.

Dangerous, uncontrollable, and deadly.

Lupin's mouth twisted - yes, those things is precisely what he was called.

It was then to Lupin's surprise, that the corners of his mouth began to tug in amusement. Harry, who must have eventually found the topic of werewolves quite tiresome, had drifted off from the textbook's description.

Werewolves have rather large teeth and could probably take a considerable chunk out of someone’s buttocks. They are known to howl at the moon, but I don’t think only werewolves do this, I once saw a Pomeranian howl. Come to think of it, that could have very much been a werewolf as it bit my aunt once on the nose and she got a nasty infection from it. Since then, she has become prone to chasing the neighbour’s cats. So, I would steer clear of Pomeranians as well.

Still smiling, Lupin felt a tingling of teacherly disappointment as Harry's solution on how to kill a werewolf was certainly not in the textbook.

I once saw a muggle movie where the guy killed a werewolf with silver bullets. I don’t know about most wizards, but I don’t normally walk around with a gun and silver bullets in my back pocket, so I guess if I ever met one I’ll just throw a couple of paperclips at the werewolf and hope that’s good enough.

Lupin let out a rather large and uncontrollable snort of laughter which he tried his best to cover up with a cough. Caught in the moment, he looked up and half expected to see James sitting there - it had to be. The impulse sent a wave of grief that settled in his chest where his heart beat miserably. It should be James here, reading his son's essays - not him.

Turning over the parchment, he circled Harry's barely passing mark.

James, you’d be in tears mate.

Reading over his favourite lines one more time, Lupin wondered whether it was frowned upon for a teacher to keep their student's essay. He would have quite liked to frame it actually.

‘Excuse me, professor.’

Lupin looked up. ‘Yes Ron? You figured it out already did you?’ He turned over his wrist to look at the time.

‘I think so, is it "memories"? Is that the answer?’ Ron rubbed the back of his neck unsure of himself.

Lupin grinned and nodded. ‘Yes it is, you may have the rest of the lesson off.’

The class erupted into disappointed groans as Ron turned around and gave Harry a thumbs up - which was returned enthusiastically.

‘I had it written down,' Seamus cried out banging his head onto his desk. 'And I crossed it out!’

Lupin, feeling lighter than he did at the start of his lesson, pulled out his handkerchief with the remnants of his breakfast. He reached for the next roll of parchment, an even shorter essay than Harry's. He read the name at the top:

Ronald Weasley

Tutting to himself, Lupin decided that perhaps he needed to have a little talk about the effort these two were putting into their substitute teacher's homework.

He leaned back, smiling as he picked up a browning piece of apple and ate it.

Introspective indeed Severus - much obliged.

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Fic was inspired by this GIF set

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Tag game

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⿻ ʀᴇʟᴀᴛɪᴏɴꜱʜɪᴘ ᴅʏɴᴀᴍɪᴄ ᴡɪᴛʜ ʏᴏᴜʀ ���ᴜᴛᴜʀᴇ ꜱᴘᴏᴜꜱᴇ

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⿻ ᴡʜᴀᴛ ᴅᴏᴇꜱ ᴘᴇᴏᴘʟᴇ ᴀʀᴏᴜɴᴅ ʏᴏᴜ ᴛʜɪɴᴋ ᴀʙᴏᴜᴛ ʏᴏᴜ?

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[fragiledewdrop]

"I am he that walks with the tender and growing night,

I call to the earth and sea half-held by the night.

Press close bare-bosom'd night—press close magnetic nourishing

night!

Night of south winds—night of the large few stars!

Still nodding night—mad naked summer night.

Smile O voluptuous cool-breath'd earth!

Earth of the slumbering and liquid trees!

Earth of departed sunset—earth of the mountains misty-topt!

Earth of the vitreous pour of the full moon just tinged with blue!

Earth of shine and dark mottling the tide of the river!

Earth of the limpid gray of clouds brighter and clearer for my

sake!

Far-swooping elbow'd earth—rich apple-blossom'd earth!

Smile, for your lover comes.

Prodigal, you have given me love—therefore I to you give love!

O unspeakable passionate love.

You sea! I resign myself to you also—I guess what you mean,

I behold from the beach your crooked inviting fingers,

I believe you refuse to go back without feeling of me,

We must have a turn together, I undress, hurry me out of sight of

the land,

Cushion me soft, rock me in billowy drowse,

Dash me with amorous wet, I can repay you.

Sea of stretch'd ground-swells,

Sea breathing broad and convulsive breaths,

Sea of the brine of life and of unshovell'd yet always-ready graves,

Howler and scooper of storms, capricious and dainty sea,

I am integral with you, I too am of one phase and of all phases.

Partaker of influx and efflux I, extoller of hate and conciliation,

Extoller of amies and those that sleep in each others' arms."

Walt Whitman, from "Leaves of grass"

#Daily dose of poetry #walt whitman #leaves of grass #Nature #About me #Poetry #Quotes

[teenremus]

dog days ii

sirius black x reader

word count: 2817

warning: still too cliché probably

a/n: part two :D

part one

[...]

Even through the glass stained window, you could see the full moon sit high in the sky surrounded by hundreds of glowing dots. It's glow cast down on your pajamas and the floor just below the windowsill where your body was nestled up in, arms curled around your legs that were pulled to your chest. Your own nook next to your thrown about bed.

"You need to sleep." You heard a mumble from your roommate, who was hidden under a deep mountain of blankets and pillows. It took her a moment, but Misty peeked between them just enough for you to see her eyes. Her voice was barely audible. "Charms demonstration in the morning."

You didn't say anything, only shook your head slightly and kept your stare out the window. She shifted back to the sleeping position she held before and it didn't take her long to fall back into unconsciousness without another word.

It had been four days since the letter had been delivered to your parents, Jives had come back the day after you sent it and buried his head deep in the crook of your elbow as if he had read it and knew to comfort you. There wasn't even a howler sent to the Great Hall during any meal time to expose what a great disappointment you were to your family and that you weren't going to have a place to stay over summer break.

It didn't take more than two days for your friends to question the distance you were putting between you and them. You didn't dare tell them the real reason. Pity wasn't exactly what you were looking for at the moment.

The moon disappeared out of your line of sight as it climbed higher in the sky, your shared dormitory becoming entirely black. Your socks provided warmth, but you were still able to feel the cold from the hardwood floors as you stepped down, snatching your wand and shoving it in your pocket as you shuffled out the door. 

After six years of Hogwarts schooling you had learned your way around the castle easily, even in the darkness. Your only concern lay with the perfect prefects wandering the halls searching for someone to bust for their own personal enjoyment, sending them to detention and getting a purely metaphorical gold star in the process.

Instead of footsteps, though, you heard the rapid beating of soft paws against the concrete floors with nails clicking down against it in the same rhythm. Your heart had frozen mid-beat and you stopped moving before you reminded yourself of the abundance of cats that roamed around the castle all hours of the day.

It continued to race back and forth around you, like a taunt, just waiting for you to become overwrought. It sounded heavier than a cat, and you questioned just how big it could possibly be.

"Lumos," You whispered into your wand as you trodden carefully on the outline of the carpet. The paintings closest to you began to stir, some of them especially light sleepers shushed you and told you to piss off in their own gentlemanly vocabulary.

The scurrying around you seemed to stop mid pace, disappearing behind you. It didn't take you long to locate the East Tower, you passed the Charms room, of which you could hear snoring inside. You would have looked inside if you hadn't remembered Flitwick had charmed his doors after hours for it to roar if anybody dare try to open it. It would be another few detentions for you, not to mention humiliation.

The moonlight illuminated the concrete floors once again and you began to lower your wand, taking your first step on the stairs to the Astronomy Tower. "Nox."

You reached the top with minimal slips and bumps on your way up, your attention immediately drawn to the railing where the light bounced off of it's natural shine. After placing your wand back in your pocket, you clasped both hands over the railing and leaned to look at the moon. It would be on it's way down soon enough.

You laid down on the floor, looking through the bars to all the constellations in the sky, naming as many as you could to yourself.

"Delphinus..." You said in a soft voice, your fingers raised out in front of you and traced the outline of the stars, following each invisible line. It was one of the smallest constellations.

A thump made your hand fall to your side again and you leaned up on your elbows, staring curiously towards the stairwell where the sound had come from. You doubted any prefect would give away their position, not many were clumsy and carefree.

For a few seconds, they still failed to show, but you could hear the steps beginning to creak as they got closer. Heavy breathing, too, as if they were out of breath.

You first saw two dark, furry ears peak up above the staircase and your head involuntarily tilted as a response, it was far too big to be a cat. Then, the rest of the creature jumped up to the final step with a happy expression on it's face. It sniffed the air, and then looked at you. It was a dog.

It barreled towards you and knocked it's head into your throat, rubbing against you as if begging to be pet. You complied as you sat up straight against the pillar and got a better look, hands running through it's black fur and scratching beneath it's ears. He had no collar.

"Dogs aren't allowed at Hogwarts..." You said to yourself, a smile creeping up on your face as he contently closed his eyes when you scratched below his chin. "You come from Hogsmeade? Or the forest?"

He turned in a circle as if ready to lay down on your outstretched legs, and when he turned you were able to see a bloody gash on one of his front legs and you stopped him with a hand on his cheek. It was fresh, and quite long, almost reaching his paw. You made sure not to touch the cut as your fingers danced over the fur and red now stained your skin, "What happened to you?"

The dog whimpered and pulled away, mouth closing as he took a step back. You frowned and felt your heart began to chip away, before moving your hand and scratching the fur on his head once again.

An idea hadn't fully developed in your mind before the words left your mouth. "Follow me."

You rose from your place on the hardwood floors and descended the steps quietly, whereas the dog didn't seem to care as he jumped, as well as he could with his injury, down the steps excitedly. Reaching the bottom, you began to walk freely through the hallway before your pant leg was tugged on harshly. You looked down, and the dog kept it's eyes trained on something behind you.

Looking up, you saw a blonde prefect on patrol, wand in his hand casting a light as his eyes wandered over the details of the hallway. You wanted to say you knew him, but his house colors weren't present on his attire and it was nearly impossible to tell, you weren't particularly interested in getting close enough to see his face.

"Come on," You whispered to the dog, ushering it to follow you as you sped up when going the opposite way. He ran much faster to you, but when it came to a T shape between the halls he stopped, not knowing where to go.

You turned, once out of sight of the prefect you slowed to a leisurely walk. Looking down at the dog, you giggled underneath your hand, it seems to saunter beside you, following you with only faith as it's motivation.

When you reached the dungeon stairs and traveled to the bottom, you realized he hadn't followed. You turned around to see him at the top, pawing the first concrete step sadly with a small whimper. He didn't want to move, you began to think he was more intelligent than you originally believed.

"Are you afraid of some Slytherins?"

He looked up at you, without a second thought he hopped down the stairs as if to prove himself. You laughed to yourself and reached the door to the Potions classroom, pulling out your wand again and pointing it to the lock.

"Alohomora." With a satisfying click, it unlocked and you caught it before it could fall to the ground. You opened the door, peering inside first before motioning for the dog to walk inside. "After you."

He trotted in happily, making his way to the very tiny desk in the corner. You recognized it as your desk, where you had not been twelve hours ago, and he pulled himself up on the stool where your partner sat. Sirius. You shook your head with a smile.

You placed a cauldron on the table, filling it with water and watching the dog out of the corner of your eye, he set his head and front legs down on the table as if he was growing bored or tired. Your fingers followed the table of contents of an old Potions textbook, mouthing the words to yourself as you flipped the pages to what you needed. Murtlap Essence.

"Would you like to make yourself useful?" You questioned, pulling your eyes from where they were latched on the page to look at him. His head lifted curiously and his ears raised. "Go find some Murtlap Tentacles."

He was quick to jump down from the stool and race towards the shelves, you went to a different side of the room and gathered the other ingredients necessary. You held two jars in your arms when you heard a loud crash from behind you, you almost dropped the ingredients you had in surprise.

Turning around, you saw the dog at your feet now, holding the unscathed jar in his mouth with a sad expression on his face. His tail and ears were both pointed to the ground and his eyes looked terrified, refusing to look back at the mess. That's what your eyes were directed to next, the second shelf had a few jars hit the ground and break, their ingredients scattered all over the floor.

You bent down, sitting on your knees while setting the ingredients on the floor. You slowly pulled one from his mouth, and after you did so his head dropped to the ground, but was caught in your hands as you lifted it back up to look at you.

"Hey, it's okay! I can clean it up, it's okay," You reassured with a smile, pressing a kiss to his forehead. That seemed to perk him up, mouth falling open and rail beginning to wag high in the air again. He practically jumped into your arms for a hug with both front legs on your shoulders, and you held him close as you laughed.

It didn't take long to clean up the mess with a simple enchantment, the broken class flying through the air as you dropped the ingredients into the cauldron. It was silent for a while, you absentmindedly stirred as you turned and looked at where he placed himself yet again on Sirius' stool.

"I need to call you something."

He began to paw at the desk where he sat.

"Desk? What are you–"

He stopped and tilted his head at you, almost questioning.

"How about Rover?"

He shook his head as if getting rid of water after being out and about on a rainy day.

"Snuffles?"

A growl.

It took you a moment, but you propped your chin up on your hand and stared him down. Your eyes bounced to the nearby window and then back to him. You did meet in the Astronomy Tower. "How about Star?"

His head raised and he painted heavily, as if giving his blessing to the nickname. You smiled triumphantly, reeling back and glancing to the now blue potion that was done brewing. "Star it is, then."

You placed the cauldron on the ground, and Star jumped down and sniffed it. He pulled his head away and shook it, as if telling you no. You knew why, it smelled absolutely horrid.

"You have to drink it."

He took a cautious step forward as if it would hurt him, but you were almost absolutely sure that it wouldn't. It was going to completely cure the gash he had acquired, but it would soothe it and help it heal over time.

Star lapped up some of the essence, then taking a few steps back telling you he was finished. You picked it up and placed it on the desk again, pouring it into a small jar for you to keep for emergencies.

Keeping an eye on Star as you put the items in their proper places, you spoke. "I'll be going to my dormitory soon, I suppose you should go back to... Well, wherever you came from. I'm still not quite sure."

You lead him out the door, and in the hallway you bent down to his level. "I hope to see you soon, Star. Feel better."

Your fingers shifted through his thick fur and you smiled, and as you let go he ran past you and up the dungeon's steps, as if to get out of there as quick as he could. Whether he was afraid or if it was something else entirely, you weren't quite sure.

"So where'd you run off to last night?" James asked at breakfast, the deep circles under his eyes contrasted the bright smile on his face. Sirius sat next to him, Remus and Peter on the opposite side of the table. His fork jabbed in their direction, but he kept his eyes on Sirius. "If anything, I think you owe Moony an explanation."

"Bloody hell, James, you make it sound like I abandoned you," Sirius shook his head and stuffed his mouth with food. He glanced over at Remus, who had his eyes almost completely closed and his head was propped up on his hand. He was falling asleep.

"You did! You know how hard it was to drag a deadweight Remy back to our dormitory?"

"Piss off," The boy murmured, surprising the three other's by the fact that he was aware of the conversation, and conscious enough to comprehend it. Winces crossed their faces at his attitude, the harshness in his voice uncharacteristic.

Peter leaned over the table and got a look at Sirius's arm, the sleeves of his robes and underlying white dress shirt rolled up. "Your arm looks stitched up. You go to Pomfrey?"

He looked down, turning it to see that it had been healing, just like you said it would. Granted, it could be better, and it still looked like a nasty cut, but it was healing. That's more than his mates could say about their own acquired scars from the night before. His thumb ran over the red skin around the cut that was still quite sensitive.

"No, actually, it was a friend."

"A- who? Do they know?" Peter pried. It was clear that his comment built tension in the air, as everything else seemed to drown out and he and James looked to be on the edge of their seats.

Sirius rolled his eyes, out of the corner of his eye he could see Remus perk up at the implication of someone knowing about their monthly outings. His tone got more aggressive, almost challenging Peter as he stared him down. "Of course she doesn't, she didn't know it was me. It was..." His tongue ran over his teeth. "Padfoot."

James raised his eyebrows, "Padfoot? You went and visited some girl..." His smile returned. "As a dog?"

Peter leaned back and the tension rolled off his shoulders as he smile, looking over at Remus who was more interested in the conversation now that it wasn't about him.

"Is it the only way she could stand you? Was it a dog date?"

Sirius laughed at the accusations, it sounded more forced than he would like. He loaded his spoon with oatmeal. "She just helped with my arm. Don't be a git, git."

"So, who is it?" Remus asked now, ignoring how he launched the oatmeal over at James for his prodding questions. He began to smirk. "I mean, you said she's a girl. A girl you didn't sleep with."

"Must be special," Peter chimed.

The Great Hall was always bustling with students jumping from one table to another to visit their friends and walking around the perimeter, but even then as Sirius looked up from his table he could see you through the many heads in his way as you entered the room with a friend at your side.

You didn't even glance his way, too deeply involved in the conversation you were having. Your hands gesticulated wildly as you spoke, an excited expression on your face, and he began to wonder if you were telling about your adventure with him last night. A part of him wanted you to, but the other knew that it could end badly if you did.

"I think so, Wormtail."

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