There really isn't a whole heck of a lot you really need to know about me. I'm too old to be writing fanfiction, but young enough not to care. Feel free to email me if you have any questions about my writing. I love writing fanfiction, mainly because it really is good practice for when you write your own original fiction. Through ff.net, I've been able to find my own distinct style of writing, even if I was using someone else's characters at the time. (-: My friends thing I'm crazy, but that doesn't keep me from writing. Sometimes you have to do what makes you happy, even if the people you love think it's weird.

I love Harry Potter. I've been writing fanfiction for ages, but I took a bit of a break and fell back into the swing of things the summer of 2006. I am completely and utterly fascinated by the Marauders and Lily, so you'll see that most if not all of my writing is relating to the five of them. My favourite character is James Potter, although I'm not terribly sure why since he's had maybe a round total of ten pages dedicated to him in the books. He has a very interesting personality and character to him, in my opinion. Closely followed by James would have to be Remus Lupin, mainly because I relate to him in more ways than one. That's how I roll.

I am a beta reader and if you would like me to beta read one of your stories, feel free to send me a message or email me.

I attempt to illustrate. I will be putting them on my Deviant Art account under aalina. I'll probably mention when I do update it in the fics. You'll also have to dig in my gallery..it's mainly a photography account.

PS: If you're looking for more, feel free to check out my cousin, La Mariposa, or our co-account, Kamers of Carp, both of which are in my favorite authors.

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"Listen to the mustn'ts, child.
Listen to the don'ts.
Listen to the shouldn'ts,
the impossibles, the won'ts.
Listen to the never haves,
then listen close to me...
Anything can happen, child;
Anything can be." -- Shel Silverstein

Alice: I simply must get through!
Doorknob: Sorry, you're much too big. Simply impassible.
Alice: You mean impossible?
Doorknob: No, impassible. Nothing's impossible.

"I've looked at life from both sides now
From win and lose and still somehow
It's life's illusions I recall
I really don't know life at all"
Both Sides Now - Joni Mitchell

"If you want to know what a man's like, take a good look at how he treats his inferiors, not his equals." -- Sirius Black

"This is how it is -- this is why you're not in the Order -- you don't understand -- there are things worth dying for!" -- Sirius Black

"It does not do to dwell on dreams and forget to live, remember that." -- Dumbledore

"They were just lurking out of sight, that’s all, you heard them." -- Luna Lovegood

"No good sittin' worryin' abou' it ... What's comin' will come, an' we'll meet it when it does." -- Hagrid

"'If we were sometimes arrogant little perks, you mean,' said Sirius.
Lupin smiled.
'He kept messing up his hair,' said Harry in a pained way.
Sirius and Lupin laughed.
'I'd forgotten he used to do that,' said Sirius affectionately.
'Was he playing with that Snitch?' said Lupin eagerly.'" (OotP, p 670)

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My Stories

I Feel Good Enough
Last Updated: October 25, 2006
Once upon a time, Addison Sydney found herself befriending that band of troublemakers better known as the Marauders. However, there is a lot more to Addison than meets the eye. Her best mate is more than a little against her choice for a boyfriend - and with good reason. Will she be able to warm up to the one person who won't let her down - or is it too late for her? Following the Marauders' final year at Hogwarts as they stumble through love, life, and some spectacular Quidditch dives.
Warning: While this is written in the same light style I use for my other stories, there are very serious themes addressed, including domestic violence and sexual assault. I do not plan on leaving the T rating, but I want everyone to be warned ahead of time.
Main Characters: Sirius Black, Remus Lupin, Addison Sydney
Main Ship: Remus/OC
In Progress

Desperado
Last Updated: October 14, 2006
After being burned too many times, Marlene McKinnon has decided to give up on love. Once she is named maid-of-honour for her best mate's wedding and she meets the best man, her decision doesn't waver - or does it? Will her lifelong best friend stand in her chance for happiness? Starting in 1978 and continuing forward until everything changes.
Main Characters: Sirius Black, Remus Lupin, Marlene McKinnon
Main Ship: Sirius/Remus/pseudo-OC
In Progress

Let Me Be Your Downfall
Last Updated: December 22, 2006
Starting in the 7th year of the Marauders, this story explores not only the blossoming romance of Lily and James, but also the love lives of the other three Marauders - including the vicious triangles that can sprout between friends. The drama that bubbles between the close knit group not only continues after their years at Hogwarts, but past that fateful Halloween night where everything is shattered.
Main Characters: The Marauders, Jaclyn Carter, Lily Evans, Lauren Scott, Jamie Williams
Main Ships: Remus/OC, Sirius/OC, James/Lily, Peter/OC
In Progress