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When she had said that she was trying out a lot of different things this term she shouldn't have been all that surprised by Lydia being curious as to what those things were. It was still early in the term yet where she could still drop a few things but she would have to see how it all worked out for her. "Well right now there's art which is mostly for fun, flying, the bookworms which is a book club, creature companions, drama, dueling club and that's just the stuff Hogwarts offers. I also dance a real lot." Rylee paused a moment to take a breath considering all the things she did which didn't really sound like a lot but probably was. "Oh and I make lots of flower crowns... usually out of faux flowers because I'm still working on how to keep the real ones looking nice longer. Plus lots of visits to the barn so I can help professor Wayland with the creatures." Energy. She had lots of it. Lydia mentioned Quidditch and this ginger smiled widely. "You did! Why don't you think you'll make the team? Did a lot of other Slytherin's tryout?" Cue her instantly curious now.
Rylee might only be one year old but she knew how her friend felt. "It's okay to feel like that, you know. You're not that only one, it's a lot of hard work but it's a lot of fun too. Think about all you're learning, all the friends you're making and all the amazing things you've already experienced." Hogwarts was a scary place for sure but it was also the most amazing place anyone could imagine. "Don't be so hard on yourself, okay? You're still new this." Rylee offered her a warm friendly smile as she moved her hand gently through the warm water in front of herself creating a light wave of ripples. "Whenever I'm having trouble with a charm or transfiguration or whatever it is I'm working on I remember what my big sister and a few of my older friends taught me... focus, see it, feel it, make it happen. Always remember to speak clearly and firmly." A few little tips for her didn't hurt to get her started. Practice always helped too.
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Yeah, there were quite a few older Slytherins trying out," Lydia told Rylee. "
I tried out for Seeker, 'cuz I feel like quickness is my one advantage on a broom, but some older kids tried out for that too. It was still a lot of fun though! We'll see what happens. Flower crowns, huh? That sounds amazing. Would you make one for me sometime?"
Lydia relaxed back in the water, splashing some of the hot water on her face. It was so soothing.
Lydia listened to her friend's encouragement with a smile. She was so positive. It was one thing she really liked about Rylee. "
Thanks, Rylee," she said. "
That does help a bit. You're right about the focusing thing. It worked for me in Transfiguration when we were practicing duro. And I have made some good friends, like you! Speaking of classes and such, which one is your favorite? I'm really enjoying Care of Magical Creatures and the Creature Companions club a lot so far!"
For the first time, Lydia thought about what she'd do after she graduated from Hogwarts. Even though that was quite a ways away yet, she couldn't help but wonder. What sorts of jobs were there for wizards and witches? Maybe she could do something with animals.