A werewolf, a dog and a little girl

January 1984

Today was your fourth birthday and you had looked forward to it the whole week! Your dads had invited Harry, Lily and James over this afternoon to celebrate.

The patience of a four year old is not the best, therefore Remus and Sirius sat the alarm at 6 am so you wouldn't have to wait so long.

You got woken up by the sunlight shining through the dark blue curtains that was drawn, casting an ocean blue glow over the bedroom.

From the kitchen downstairs you could hear the cupboards slamming and hushed voices talking. The excitement built up inside of you and you couldn't wait any longer! Fortunately the stair creaked and footsteps approached your bedroom door. Remus and Sirius came in singing happy birthday and carrying presents.

Sirius put you on his lap while you opened your presents.

R: Smile to the camera Julie! Remus said while taking some pictures. He had charmed a muggle camera to take wizard pictures.

The last present was a long and quite narrow package, almost like a stick. Sirius helped you open it.

J: A broomstick! you shouted with eyes full of excitement.

S: It's just a toy one since you're still too young for a real one, Sirius said with a bit disappointment in his voice. Remus gave him a meaning look.

R: Now let's eat some breakfast! Remus said and lifted you up in his arms.

After breakfast Sirius helped put your coat on and the three of you went out into the backyard.
Remus thought it would be better to try the broomstick outside, in case you fell off. It had snowed for a while now and a thick, white layer covered the ground and treetops, almost like a fairytale.

Sirius put you on the broomstick and made sure that you held on tight.

R: I can't watch! Remus said with eyes full of fear.

S: It's all right Moony, the broomstick only hovers a few feet over ground, Sirius said and placed a calming hand on his husband's shoulder.

Your giggle echoed in the neighbourhood as you flew around the backyard while Sirius ran behind and Remus nervously chewed his nails.

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At two a clock the doorbell rang, it was the Potters!

After you had blown out the candles and everyone had eaten some cake, the adults stayed in the kitchen to drink coffee. You and Harry on the other hand went into the living room so you could show him the broomstick!

H: Wow! Harry said impressed.

J: Should we try it? you asked him.

H: Yeah, that would be fun! Harry said eagerly.

The two of you sat on the broomstick and kicked off!

James and Sirius were discussing the latest quidditch match between Chudley Cannons and Puddlemere United, while Remus showed Lily photos of you riding your toy broom from this morning. Suddenly a loud crash could be heard from the living room.

L: What was that? Lily asked with worry in her voice. They all ran into the living room to check if someone was hurt.
There they found Harry with the broomstick in his hand and you with a broken vase in yours. It was small vase shards all over the floor and Harry's raven coloured hair was even messier than it used to be.

JP: Get children they said, it would be fun they said! James said and sighed.

J, H: We're sorry, both of you said while trying to look innocent. Getting away with mischief was your specialty.

S: Good for you you're so damn cute I can't be mad at you, Sirius said and sighed too.

L: God, you're such a softie Padfoot! Lily said and smirked.

R: There will be no more flying inside this house. Broomsticks will be used outside or not at all! said Remus and lifted you and Harry out of the room while Sirius and James cleaned up the mess.

S: Reparo, Sirius mumbled and pointed his wand at the vase. It looked brand new again.

S: Thank Merlin I'm a wizard, I don't now how the muggles manage toddlers without magic! Sirius said and James, Remus and Lily bursted out laughing!