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[akkifuar]

Весна стремительно ворвалась в нашу жизнь. Теплый ветер и яркое солнце согревали после долгой морозной зимы. Но продлилось это недолго. И вот цветы, уже распустившиеся, были одурачены и сильно пострадали от мороза и снега. Пусть это будут единственные потрясения и вы распуститесь буйным цветом.

[drarry-reccage]

Notes on a resurrection by newleaves (126k, M)

Tags: Unspeakable Draco Malfoy, Professor Harry Potter, Bring back Black, Secret Relationships

The Potters stop arguing, for the moment. They look over, their expressions matched in steely irritation. Thankfully, for Draco’s nerves, they’re easy to distinguish besides this. Harry is full of storms, as usual, on his feet as he paces the rug not far from the door, shoulders up around his ears. His father is leaning artfully against the honey-brown Chesterfield sofa, one foot crossed over the other and hands in his pockets, all clean lines and angles. It’s not clear why they’ve been keeping each other company, but Draco supposes that Harry at least can’t resist throwing himself at a problem until it’s either solved or successfully killed him. “Masters and Mistress,” drawls Kreacher, living for this moment. Draco’s often thought that it’s a cruelty, the way that Harry and the others so frequently refuse to let Kreacher express himself. “Mr Potter. May Kreacher present Mr Malfoy…” The pause is exquisite. “And his guest.” This is Lupin’s cue to come out from behind the doorframe, and Draco gets the impression that he’s very nearly run off again. “Just me, I’m afraid,” he says with half a wave. There is the requisite pause as the room takes him in, but then it’s James Potter who reacts – or, more accurately, erupts. Collapsing away from the sofa, he lights up like nothing that Draco has ever seen, breaking into an ebullient laugh, storming movement and a bellow. “You fuzzy cunt, Moony – what?!”

My notes are under cut, containing what could be considered spoilers (though the big plot points I mention didn't come as a surprise to me while reading).

(rec by @dontthrowsticksatme)

I LOVE the characterisations in this fic. The way the marauders are portrayed are *chef's kiss*.

I especially love how Harry is juxtaposed with his posh, happy-go-lucky dad. Who, after finding out their old friends Frank and Alice Longbottom have been in St Mungo's all this time, suggests they should have a barbecue. For Neville. If the weather's nice.

Or with cute Lily and her thick accent, and the way her love for Harry sparkles off the screen immediately and in every way. Or little shit Teddy meeting his dad, and the way Draco only encourages him by setting up a prank the day the two meet.

Drarry is almost - but not entirely - secondary to all these family relationships, but their love is a very sweet one, sketched in moments woven throughout the story.

Draco's character comes through in subtle ways, throwaway lines, funny actions and mostly the way the other characters look at him, interact with him. He has the worst blind spots for how much people like him.

And you cannot help but love Harry through Draco's softly adoring eyes. I want to wrap him in my arms and hug tight. Actually, I want to wrap all of them in my arms and hug tight.

[lostdrarryfics]

hiii thank you so much for all that you do! i love finding new and old fics through this blog! and thank you in advance for helping with this!

theres this fic ive been trying to remember the name of, i think it might be well known within the community, it was definitely on ao3 and definitely a drarry fic, the only particular plot point im remembering though is that pansy went away to america and married some rich american guy during the war and comes back a few years later with her kids (one of which she named after draco) to help harry get back together (or get together?) with draco, i think harry might have reached out to her for advice? and they meet up in a hotel i think and i remember harry being shocked by how extravagant it is, this wasn't the main plot point of the fic i think but the most specific detail i could recall if it rings a bell for anyone i just know it's going to nag me if i cant remember the fic lol, thanks again for all of your help!

We believe you are looking for The flight instinct, Part 2 of the Deathly Hallows series by newleaves.

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[kbrick]

Underappreciated Gem - 2020, 2021

Why Underappreciated Gems? I like suggesting fics that are, in my mind, underappreicated. That’s not to say that nobody’s read them or they have no kudos to speak of (many of them have quite a few), but rather that they deserve all the love, all the praise, all the kudos in the universe, because they are amazing.

What: 2020, 2021 by newleaves (M, 64k):  Harry’s going through a divorce. It’s a love story, really.

Covid is what finally kills off Ginny and Harry’s marriage, although it has been dying for years. A newly-single Harry tries to come to terms with being gay, the prospect of dating, and making sure his children are okay with all of it.

Harry has no clue where to begin until he reconnects with Draco while watching the kids’ Quidditch matches at Hogwarts.

Why: I fell in love with this story from the moment I read the summary. Harry and Ginny’s divorce is necessary but also sad, which is unusual in a Drarry fic. It feels very real, like you’re watching a set of good friends go through something terribly difficult but ultimately good for them. Newleaves involves the kids and Teddy and Ron and Hermione extensively in this process, and their input is humorous, heart-warming, and also feels so true to the characters. The Golden Trio is in top form in this story, and I adored reading about thier grownup selves’ friendship.

Harry is delightful in every regard, a fully-fleshed-out, multi-layered father and ex-husband and dedicated Auror. The way he falls in love is so slow and beautiful and careful. Again, I cannot stress enough how authentic this entire fic feels. It feels relevant and contemporary and like something that might actually happen. 

There are no gimmics, no shortcuts, no magical bonds. It’s just two emotionally-mature people navigating their complicated lives, trying to determine whether they can and should make room for each other. 

Read on AO3 here

[jillraggett]

Plant of the Day

Wednesday 5 May 2021

The new foliage of Sorbaria sorbifolia 'Sem' attracts attention at this time of the year, but this thicket-forming deciduous shrub can be invasive so it should be used with care. The flushed pink-bronze leaves of spring turn green in summer and provide red autumn colour.

Jill Raggett

[pleasantboatpress]

The Deathly Hallows Series by newleaves

Notes on a resurrection

It was never Draco’s intention to raise Sirius Black from the dead.

title/chapter headings: Brev Script headers/page numbers: Jost body text: Lora

126,088 words | 389 pages

The flight instinct

With four parents returned to this side of the veil, Harry is no longer an orphan.  It would be easier if he was the only one who found it difficult.

title/chapter headings: PW Signature headers/page numbers: Jost body text: Lora

156,324 words | 489 pages

both of these fics hit me like a tonne of bricks. They are thoughtful, interesting, and the plots are beautifully written. I love both of these fics with my whole heart, and it was wonderful working with the author to create these bindings! Their thoughts were invaluable, and I’m forever grateful that I was able to create these for them.

[peterarkledrawings]

© Peter Arkle 2021  FRESH NEW GINKGO LEAVES

[yidneth]

THE HEART OF THE FOREST 💚 Which one is your fav, 1 or 2? It was lichen growing on a tree in the shape of a heart... The forest is at its greenest 🌱 Pd. I filmed a little video so this is a #sneakpeak #behindthescenes Ivy crown made by myself #cloak by @costureroreal #earrings bt @evaplaterojewels photo by @hedac #faerie #heart #inthewoods #dryad #springforest #newleaves #renewal #prerraphaelite #fairiesofinstagram #singersofinstagram #greendress (at Navarra Comunidad Foral) https://www.instagram.com/p/COJPVHOHwuN/?igshid=18d67lgjvpums