The common room, her home away from home. She was surprised by how quickly she became completely at ease each time she entered the Hufflepuff common room. Usually it took her months and months to feel at home in a new place, but there was something special about being at Hogwarts. She finally felt like she belonged and she had met the most wonderful people. In fact, she couldn’t think of a single Hufflepuff that she wouldn’t be proud to call family.

As she sat, reading her potions textbook hoping to not fail the class, she listened to the happy chatter all around her. The fluffy chair was just the right size for snuggling up in and her new house colored blanket kept her extra toasty. Really, all that was missing was a mug of hot chocolate and some cookies.