It was finally the day Katie was to start her new school. I don't know if I want to go she said to her mother. Why she asked? What if they don't like me? What if they think I am weird? I don't know if I could take another year like I have had before said Katie. I understand your feelings but this is a new beginning for you. You will go there and make lots of friends and prove to all those girls at the old school that you are a very nice girl and people do like you. Other than those girls at school who doesn't like you she asked? Everyone you meet seems to like you. So don't worry, I am sure you will make lots of friends.
As they walked to Katie's new school they continued talking. Remember Katie that everyone feels the same way. This is a new school for everyone. All the students are starting a new. But I am going to be the youngest in the class said Katie. Yes you will but unfortunately next year you will probably be the oldest in your class. Just do you best and I am sure you will do just fine. The teacher will be watching you so don't feel like she is picking on you. It was the understanding that you had to prove that you could handle the work of first year at this school. I am sure you will thrive and impress them all with how smart you are. I hope so said Katie. It would be so embarrassing to have to go back to fifth grade.
Katie arrived at the school and found her new class room. When she got to the door she looked in at all the new people. Well if they don't like me I only have to be here for one year. I lasted one year with those girls at home I can last one year here.
She walked into the class and some of the girls looked up at her. She smiled at them and they smiled back. One of the girls motioned for her to come over to them. Hi my name is Lorraine and this is Tina and this is Jenny what is your name she asked? My name is Katie. Where are you from asked Lorraine? I am from Toronto said Katie. Toronto? When did you move here she asked? We moved this summer said Katie. I was supposed to go to another school but they didn't tell us that I had to have turned eleven by August 31 and since my birthday is in September I was not able to go to that school. Oh so you are going to be twelve then in a few days then? No I am still ten I will be eleven in a few days. So why are you in first year here shouldn't you be in fifth form in primary school? No I finished fifth grade at my old school.
At this the teacher came in and asked for everyone to sit down. The girls indicated that Katie should sit with them. They want to be my friend she thought. I think they like me. They did like her. They found her very interesting. When she would tell them stories about things they would laugh at the words she used. They didn't laugh to make fun of her just that some of the words had different meanings in England than they do in Canada. Katie had finally made some friends.
The first letter she got from Sean told her of there being Dementors guarding the school and how everyone was so afraid that Sirius would come and kill them all. I didn't say anything about what I knew I just let them think what they wanted said Sean in his letter. He also told of when the first Hogsmeade visit would be.
When her mother got home that day Katie told her about what Sean had said in his letter. Can we still go to visit him in Hogsmeade she asked? I don't see why not her mother said. I don't think even if Sirus is there he will hurt us. He liked me she said. Katie wrote back to Sean right away and told him that they would be there if her mother did not have to work. She would let him know closer to the time.
Katie did go to see Sean in Hogsmeade that Halloween and she was amazed at all that she saw. They were not able to be there for the whole day but did spend a couple of hours there with Sean. Katie was so happy that she was able to see Sean it didn't matter that they didn't spend the whole day there.
A few days later Katie received a letter from Sean telling how apparently Sirus had broken into the Gryffindor Tower and how everyone had to spend the night in the great hall while the castle was searched by the teachers.
Soon after one day when Katie had gotten home from school her mother asked her if she would like a visitor for Christmas? Who asked Katie? Well it would be Sean said her mother, Sean cried Katie!! Yes Katie Sean. Yes mommy I would love it if he was here for Christmas. Why would he be coming here? Where are his parents going to be she asked? They have to be away at Christmas so they asked if we would mind having him for half of the Christmas vacation said her mother. Oh mommy that would be so wonderful. Can I write to him and tell him that he will be coming here for Christmas asked Katie? Yes you can, I am sure he will be happy to hear this from you said her mother laughing.
Katie went up to her room and started to write out an invitation to Sean to come and stay with them for Christmas.
My Dearest Sean:
I would like to formally invite you to spend Christmas with my family at our family home in London. We will pick you up at Kings Cross Station when your train from Hogwarts arrives. We look forward to your company at this festive occasion. Please RSVP as soon as possible.
Your Katie
Katie attached it to Sebastian's leg and sent him off to Sean. The next day she received a response.
My Dearest Katie:
I would be honoured to spend the upcoming holiday with you and your family at your family home in London. I will let you know the time I should be arriving at Kings Cross Station. Please thank you parents for their hospitality for me. I look forward to seeing you shortly.
Your Sean
When Katie read the response she started to laugh. She took the letter to her mother so she could read it. She too laughed. This is going to be a wonderful Christmas said Katie. Yes it will be fun. The unfortunate thing is Bill won't be here for Christmas. He said he has too much school work to do to fly here. Oh so I guess Sean will be in his room then asked Katie. Yes I guess so said her mother. I'm sorry Bill won't be here said Katie. I know you miss him. I do but he made the decision not to come with us and he is sixteen years old and will be in his last year of school next year. Then who knows where he will be. The one thing he knows is he is always welcome to come and live here when ever he wants.
Katie spent the rest of the time before Christmas doing lots of crafts to give for Christmas and doing lots of reading for the following year's school. She had now read all of the first and second year books and had done notes on all of the subjects. She was now starting on her second reading.
A couple of weeks before Christmas Katie got a surprise. She was sitting at her desk at school when a girl came along and handed her an envelope. She asked what it was and was told it was an invitation to a Christmas party. She had been invited to a party!! This was the first party she had been invited to since kindergarten. Katie read the invitation and told the girl that she would be there.
When she got home that day she was so excited. Mommy she cried!! What is it asked her mother? I have been invited to a party. A real party. I can go can't I she said. Well when is it asked her mother? She told her the date and Mrs. Robinson checked her calendar. Oh Katie your father and I are working that day. But mommy please I have to go. This is the first party I have been invited to since kindergarten. Please mommy please can I go??!! Well let me talk to the mother of this girl. If we can arrange someone to bring you home then yes you can go to the party. Oh thank you so much she said hugging her mother.
It was touch and go about the party. They were not able to arrange someone to bring her home but when Mrs. Robinson was talking with her sister Andromeda said that she would ask Dora if she could pick her up and bring her home that day. It shouldn't be a big problem as Dora lives in London. It was arranged that Dora would come and pick up Katie after the party and make sure she got home safely.
Katie wrote to Sean and told him all about how she was invited to the party and how much fun she was going to have. After the party she wrote to Sean and told him all about the party what they did and what they ate. She made it seem that Sean was there with her at the party she put so much detail in the letter she wrote.
Before she knew it it was time to go and pick up Sean at Kings Cross Station. Oh mommy I can't wait to see him she said. Well you will have to wait. Please just sit still and read your book. They waited for a few minutes but Katie started to get restless. Katie please sit still. Now when you start to see kids coming along please don't jump up and start running towards the barrier. They will only be allowing a few at a time so it may take a few minutes for him to get through. Also as he is a prefect he may have to stay back a little while to make sure everyone gets off the train safely. Alright said Katie and she went back to her book.
She did see groups of kids walking along with trunks and knew that the Hogwarts express had arrived. She sat and waited patiently. The next thing she knew someone was kissing her on the cheek. She turned and there was Sean. Oh Sean she cried and threw her arms around his neck. You are here she cried. Yes Katie I am here. I missed you so much and I am so happy that you are going to be staying with us she said excitedly not allowing herself to breathe.
Well we had better be going we have to get home. Oh mommy I thought we were going to buy the toys for the poor children tonight said Katie. Oh yeah I forgot said Mrs. Robinson. We can do that. First we should take Sean home and drop off his trunk at least. So that is what they did. They drove to Katie's house and took in Sean's trunk and Mrs. Robinson floated it up to his room for him. Thank you very much said Sean. No problem said Mrs. Robinson.
Now how about we go and have dinner out as Mr. Robinson will not be home until late. Then off to the toy store to buy toys. That would be wonderful said Katie smiling.
They went to the restaurant and had dinner. While they were eating they talked about what was going on at school. Sean told of all the worries there seems to be about Sirius being somewhere around the school. Katie told about the party she went to and how she has some friends now. Oh so you won't need me as a friend now that you have some girlfriends said Sean teasingly. Oh no Sean I would never give you up said Katie seriously. You are my best friend. It wouldn't matter if I made a million friends I would never ever not be your friend said Katie. I know said Sean I was only teasing.
Oh mommy can we go to the mall tomorrow I still need to get some things for Christmas? Yes dear we can but we will have to leave early as I have to work tomorrow afternoon. Oh that is a good idea thought Sean. I have to get something for Mr and Mrs Robinson.
They finished their dinners and went back to the car. Now it is time to go to the toy store said Katie. I wonder how much I will be able to get with the money I have? How much did you save asked Sean? I am not sure let me check. Katie took a bundle of bills out of her purse and started to count. I have one hundred and five pounds said Katie. Sean was shocked. One hundred and five pounds that is a lot of money. Yes I guess it is said Katie. I worked hard for this she said.
I did extra chores and saved from my allowance. Also I raked leaves in the neighbourhood. I made a lot of money doing that. Raked leaves questioned Sean? Yes it all started with my helping one of the neighbours. They are an older couple and I went and raked their leaves. The wife came out and tried to pay me but I refused. She then got very upset that I would not let her give me the money. I went home and mommy told me to go back to see this lady. She then handed me five pounds and asked I she could hire me to rake the leaves for the fall I told her that I would do this as I was raising money for the poor children and the money would go to that. So I did and she told some of her friends and I was raking leaves for weeks but I raised lots of money.
I am sure you will be able to buy lots of toys with all that money said Sean. I should give you some for the fund. No Sean don't do that. I don't have much how about five pounds so that you have an even one hundred and ten? Five pounds I guess that would be ok said Katie. Thank you.
When she got to the toy store she went to one of the employees asking for some advice. I have raised one hundred and ten pounds to buy toys for the poor children and I would like to know what kind of toys I should buy she asked? The lady stood there for a moment and then excused herself and said that she would be right back.
A moment later she and a man came back to speak with Katie. This is the manager of the store and I was telling him about how you had raised so much money and we would like to help you help more children. The manager then spoke up. We will allow you to go around the store and fill, how many are there of you he asked? There are my mommy, Sean and myself so there are three. So you can fill three carts with toys stuff as much as you can in them and we will only charge you one hundred pounds for all the toys. But I have ten pounds left over said Katie. Well we think that you should use that for yourself. I am sure that you worked very hard to raise that kind of money. Well ok said Katie. The only thing I ask is that you don't pick the electronic toys. They are very expensive and we really couldn't afford to give away a lot of those. Ok said Katie no electronic toys.
The three of them each got a cart and they started off through the store. They filled up the carts with games, puzzles, dolls, soccer and footballs, and stuffed animals. They even bought some baby toys too. As they were going through the store the manager came up to them and asked that when they were finished they were to tell the cashier to call him and he would authorize the payments.
When they couldn't fit another toy in their baskets they went to the cash and the manager was called for. The toys were put through the cash and the total came close to four hundred pounds. Katie was shocked. That is a lot of toys she said. She handed the girl at the cash the hundred pounds and took the receipt. Could you please give the person in charge of the toy drive my card said the manager? Yes I can do that said Katie and she took his card and put it with the receipt for the toys.
We will help you get all of these to your car if you would like he said. Thank you very much said Mrs. Robinson. So the three of them plus about three workers all pushed carts out to the car and helped load all the toys into the car, thank you very much said Katie to the workers.
Once everything was packed in the all got into the car and were off to the drop off for the toys. There it is said Katie looking at a big warehouse. That is the address I was told. Mrs Robinson backed in to the spot right outside the door and Katie got out and went to the door. She went in and spoke with a lady there. I have a donation of toys said Katie to her. Oh that is very nice well you can just bring them in and we will take them from there she said. Oh ummm I think I will need some help as there are about fifteen big bags full. They are all in the back of my mommy's car. Oh well just a moment and she went to get some help. About five people came out to see the back of the car full of bags. Where did you get all these toys asked the lady? Well I raised some money and when I went to buy the toys the manager there said he wanted to help so he gave us all of these for the money I raised. Oh yes he wanted me to give you this, she handed her the man's card. This is the manager of the toy store.
They all started to bring in the bags of toys. Once they were done the lady in charge looking at all the toys thanked Katie for her donation and told her that many many children would have a happy Christmas because of her. Katie just blushed.
Once they left the warehouse they went back home. How do you feel asked Mrs. Robinson of Katie? I feel really good, I feel as if I helped give a merry Christmas to lots of children said Katie. You did said her mother. I am very proud of you she said giving her a hug. Katie just smiled. She then tried to give back the five pounds that Sean had given her. No Katie my five pounds was included in the hundred pounds that you paid for the toys. That is your money now. She tried to argue but Sean would not listen.
How would you two like some cookies and hot chocolate asked her mother when they were sitting in the living room resting. That would be wonderful said Katie. Alright well why don't you go upstairs and put on your pyjamas and then when you come back down the hot chocolate will be ready.
So that was what they did. Sean and Katie went upstairs and got changed into their pyjamas and robes and came back down for hot chocolate and cookies. Just as they all sat down there was a whoosh and Mr. Robinson came out of the fireplace. Daddy's home called out Katie.
Well hello all said Mr. Robinson. You look very comfortable he said to Katie and Sean. We are said Katie. All nice. Warm and cosy she said. We are having hot chocolate and cookies would you like some she asked? No I think I will have some tea instead said her father. Oh alright why don't you sit down and I will make a pot of tea for you and mommy. Katie got up and went into the kitchen and put on the kettle. Sean followed. Can I help he asked? Yes when I am done could you help me carry out the tea and a plate of cookies she asked? Of course said Sean smiling.
She made the tea and Sean carried out the tray with the tea pot, milk and sugar and Katie followed with the plate of cookies. There you are she said. One pot of tea and a plate of cookies. Thank you very much said her mother. No mommy thank you for taking me where I needed to go today. I appreciate it. It was nothing said her mother. I had lots of fun. They then proceeded to tell Mr. Robinson all about the trip to the toy store and all the toys they bought.
Shortly after Katie started to yawn. I think it may be time for someone to go off to bed said Mrs. Robinson. It has been a long day for you sweetie. I guess so said Katie. I'll come along too said Sean. You don't need to said Katie; you stay up and talk with mommy and daddy. No I am tired and we have to get up early tomorrow said Sean. So the two of them walked up the stairs to bed. Do they do that all the time asked Mr. Robinson? Do they do what asked his wife? Hold hands, every time I see them walking anywhere they are holding hands. I guess they do I never thought about it. I do remember noticing when Sean came to visit and I was talking with Erin and she too said that they do that all the time. According to her it all started back when Katie was about six and they would go to the park. She said that she found it so cute to see a ten year old holding the hand of a six year old as they walked down the street. She said that he has always been very protective of her. I think that is very sweet.
I don't know. He is what fifteen now. What could he see in an eleven year old asked Mr. Robinson? What are you talking about? He is her best friend, she is crazy about him and I think he is crazy about her. James you are going to have to accept that Katie has deep feelings for him. He is a very nice boy and cares for our little girl. She has been very honest about her feelings. She says that she loves him. She has always talked about marrying him when she graduates from Hogwarts. That was one of the things that upset her so much when she found out that she could not go to Hogwarts this year. It was going to delay her marrying him for another year. Unfortunately dear she is growing up and you are not the only man in her life. But you always have me. Mr Robinson laughed at that. I guess I do he said.
Katie fell asleep quite quickly thinking about all the things she was going to do while Sean was visiting. All of a sudden Sean heard Katie calling out. Please don't hurt me Please!! He jumped out of bed and ran to Katie's room. Where he found her struggling to get free. She had wrapped herself in her covers. He got down beside her head and calmly whispered in her ear. It is ok Katie I am here you are safe until she calmed down. When she finally woke up and saw Sean she wrapped her arms around his neck and started to cry. It was so scary she said as she finally started to calm down.
What was the dream about asked Sean? well I was walking down a dark corridor and two boys came up behind me and said something and I couldn't move. They took me to a room and told me that they were not going to let me go. I was their prisoner. I was so scared. Well you are safe now no one is going to hurt you. So you should go back to sleep said Sean. will you stay here until I fall asleep asked Katie? Yes I will sit here until you fall asleep if you want said Sean. so he sat down beside her on the floor and laid his head on her bed and watched her. he held her hand until he could tell that she was asleep. When he was sure she was asleep he got up and went back to his room after giving her a kiss on the cheek.
Meanwhile out in the hall Mr. and Mrs. Robinson stood watching as Sean comforted Katie and sat with her until she was asleep again. Do you see what I mean said Mrs. Robinson. He loves her. I have never seen someone so young so in tune with another person. He is able to calm her so quickly. I can't even calm her that quickly and I am her mother. she trusts him so much. That can be a good thing or a bad thing said Mr. Robinson. It is good as he seems like a really nice boy but he is a boy and he may try to influence her to do things she is not ready for. Why do you think that asked his wife. I was fifteen and I know how fifteen year olds think. They think of only two things and one of them is food. His wife chucked at that. I don't think he is like that she said. I hope not said Mr. Robinson. When they saw Sean getting up to go back to bed they quickly went back upstairs.
A little while later Katie woke up and couldn't get back to sleep. She knew what she could do to get back to sleep it was just if her parents found out she would be in trouble. She was tired but just couldn't get to sleep again. There is no other option she thought. She got out of bed and put on her robe and grabbed her pillow, then made her way down the hall to Sean's room. She pushed the door open and found him laying there sound asleep on one side of the bed. He won't even know I am here and I will be able to get to sleep. So she laid down and she was asleep in no time.
A few hours later Sean woke to find something pressing on his shoulder. When he opened his eyes he found a bunch of brown hair in his face. It was Katie. He smiled. Katie what are you doing here he asked? She didn't answer. So he asked again in a louder voice. She started to stir. She finally woke up and guiltily looked up to find Sean looking at her. what are you doing here he asked? I woke up and couldn't get back to sleep she said. When I came in I was over there she pointed at the other side of the bed and I thought you wouldn't even know I was here. I guess I must have slid over to you in the night. I am sorry she said. It is alright I just don't want your parents to find us like this. I think your father might kill me if he found us sleeping in the same bed.
Why did you decide to come in here he asked? Why well because I can always sleep when I am near you. You must make me relax or something. Well you had better get back to your room before your parents wake up or they will kill me and maybe you too. Katie laughed alright I'm going she said as she rolled out of the bed and went back to her room.
It was a good thing that they woke up when they did as it was just about a half hour before Katie's mother came in to wake her. how did you sleep she asked Katie? I slept well but I had a nightmare last night and Sean came in and comforted me. He is so wonderful she said. He is able to calm me after a nightmare so well. He has always been able to do that even when I was a little girl and I spent Christmas at his house he was able to calm me after my nightmares. Well I am glad he is able to do that for you her mother said.
That is why I have to be in Ravenclaw next year. Who will calm me after a nightmare if he is not there? Well hopefully you will have outgrown the nightmares by then said her mother. I hope so too, it could scare my room mates if I haven't. can you just imagine waking up to my screaming when I have a nightmare. Yes dear I can and have on many occasions it is not a fun situation. Anyway it is time to get up so let's go. We have many places to go and not much time to go there. Alright mommy I will be up in a minute.
Her mother left to wake up Sean and then go down to make breakfast for everyone.
A few minutes later Katie came downstairs and found her father sitting at the table eating his breakfast. Well good morning pumpkin. Good morning daddy. What are you doing today he asked? Well I think we are going to the mall so that I can get some things for Christmas. Other than that I am not sure. Where is Sean asked her mother? Katie paused and listened. He is in the shower. I can hear the water running. He does that everyday. He gets up and into the shower. I don't think he can eat breakfast if he is not perfectly clean she said. He should be down in a minute.
A few minutes later Sean did come down. All nice and clean asked Katie? Yes all nice and clean said Sean smiling. They all ate breakfast and as Mrs. Robinson was going to do the dishes Katie spoke up. Mommy we will do the dishes when we get home, so leave them she said. Oh alright said her mother. They said good bye to Mr. Robinson as he was heading off to work and then Katie went upstairs to get dressed for the day.
When she came down Sean just looked at her. When did she grow up so much he thought? She was just a little girl the last I noticed. Now she is turning into a young woman before my eyes. She is so beautiful.
Well we had better go said Katie excitedly. Yes I guess we should said her mother. They went out to the car and got in and off they went. What do you need to get at the mall Katie asked her mother? I have to get some picture frames. I have done some drawings and I am going to put them in picture frames and that is what I am giving Aunt Andromeda and Uncle Ted also I have one for Dora. That sounds like a wonderful idea said her mother. I think they will love it. Do you need to get anything she asked Sean? Yes I think I do. I have most of what I am giving but I have a few things to pick up.
When they got there and got into the mall Katie asked if they had to stay with her or if they could go off on their own? I guess you two can go on your own but we should plan as to where we will meet. How about here said Katie? When do you need to be home to go to work asked Katie? I have to be at work by one so I want to leave about quarter to. We need to be home by noon. So how about we meet in two hours said Mrs. Robinson.
Ok mommy two hours said Katie and they were off to shop. What do you need to get Sean asked Katie as they walked. I need to get something for your parents. I have an idea I heard about this so I was wondering if they have one here. Sean looked at the listing of shops in the mall and exclaimed yes they do have one when he found what he was looking for.
What is it asked Katie? Well I was thinking of getting a portrait done of you for them. Of me asked Katie? Yes of you. You would get to dress up in fancy clothes and have makeup put on how would you like that he asked? That sounds like a lot of fun yes I would like that she said. Good well lets go we want to get there early to see if we can get the pictures today. If not I will have to come up with another idea.
They went to the studio and inquired if the portrait could be done and if they could get it today. Yes they could get it done in the time frame required. Sean believed they could only get it done as Katie looked so sad when they first said that they couldn't. No one can resist that face thought Sean.
They took Katie into the back and got her dressed in a very pretty top and put some makeup on her. Just some blush and lipstick. When she came out Sean was amazed. He didn't think she could look any prettier but there she was and she looked stunning. How do I look she asked? Sean was speechless for a moment. After a moment he was able to choke out gorgeous. Katie smiled.
The photographer took some pictures of Katie face on and then from the side. She loved all the attention. After a while the photographer asked if there were any other poses that they wanted to try. They took one of Sean hugging Katie and one of Sean looking down at Katie and Katie looking up at him. These were only to be for fun.
Once the pictures were taken Katie went off to get changed and wash her face. If mommy sees me with makeup on she will get so mad. So as she was changing Sean and the photographer looked at the proofs and chose the three pictures they wanted. Oh they all look so good said Sean but he finally did pick out three poses that he really liked. I wish I could have one of these he said of the poses of him and Katie. When can I pick them up he asked? Oh give me about an hour and they should be ready. That is good that gives us plenty of time to shop.
Katie came out and was smiling. I had lots of fun doing that she said. Thank you for thinking of it. Not a problem said Sean. We had better get shopping he said we only have just over an hour before we have to meet your mother.
They wondered around the mall and found the picture frames that Katie wanted. She was going to decorate them herself and put in the pictures that she had drawn. While they were shopping a thought came to Sean. What should I get your aunt and uncle or Dora for Christmas he asked? You don't need to do that said Katie. I wasn't going to get anything big but I should have something in case they have something for me. They thought about if for a while then it hit them. I know how about some chocolates everyone likes them and they aren't too expensive said Katie. That is a wonderful idea. They bought the chocolates and after that it was time to pick up the pictures.
They went back and found that the pictures were waiting for them. So they took them and were off to find Katie's mother.
They arrived at the meeting place just as Mrs. Robinson arrived herself. Just on time she said. Did you get all that you were looking for she asked? Yes we did said Katie. Just then Mrs. Robinson noticed something. Katie do you have lipstick on? Were you playing around the makeup counter in the stores? I did try on just one and I didn't put a lot on. I think it looks nice she said. I guess so said her mother. It must have been a lip gloss as it is very light. We had better go she said.
We have to stop at the grocery store on the way home said Mrs. Robinson. Oh ok said Katie I guess you don't want to have to be there tomorrow it will be crazy with all the last minute shoppers. That was exactly what I was thinking. It shouldn't take too long said Mrs. Robinson.
They arrived at the store and went in. they got all they needed. Oh mommy they have my favourite pop in. well I had hoped they would have gotten it in as I asked that they order it for you said Mrs. Robinson. Can we get both cases asked Katie? Yes Katie we can. Katie put the cases in the cart and they were off. I guess you like that said Sean? Oh yes I do said Katie. When we first moved and I found out that they don't usually stock it I was so upset but I talked with the cashier and she said that she could ask for it to be ordered for me and they did. I was so happy said Katie.
They paid for the groceries and packed it in the back of the car and headed home. When they got all the groceries and purchases in the house Mrs. Robinson ran upstairs to change for work. While she was doing that Katie made her a sandwich to eat for lunch and packed her a sandwich, fruit, a drink and a desert for later. When her mother came back down she handed her the sandwich and a glass of milk. Oh thank you Katie she said as she sat down to eat. I have a packed dinner for you too said Katie. You did that was so thoughtful said her mother. Just in case it is busy and you can't get away to the cafeteria. When Mrs. Robinson finished her sandwich she handed Katie the dishes and picked up her purse. Are you two going to be ok alone she asked? We will be fine said Katie. I have my keys so if we go out we will be able to get back in. alright said her mother. Your dad should be home by about five. Be careful and I will see you when I get home. With that she lit the fire, threw in some floo powder and was off to work.
What do you want to do asked Sean? I would love to go for a walk with you said Katie. Alright a walk it is. They put on their coats and were off. They walked for a while and then sat and rested for a few minutes. It is nice out today said Sean. Nice and sunny. I love days like this said Katie. When they decided to return home they walked on the other side of the street.
Close to home they came across a small jewellery store and they went in to look around. As Sean went in he saw a small pair of earrings that he thought would be wonderful for Katie. They were Tinkerbelle. Oh I must get these he thought. They looked around some more and found themselves in front of the case that held the diamond rings. Oh Sean aren't they beautiful said Katie. Yes they are he said. Which one do you want he asked? What do you mean she asked? Well if you had to choose a ring which one would you like. I need to know when the time comes. Also I need to know how much I have to save to buy the ring. Katie smiled. She looked at all the rings and picked out three that she really liked. But then she looked at the price and decided that she could find something cheaper. Don't worry about the price said Sean. Remember I will be working for five years before we get married so I will have lots of time to save. Anyway I just want an idea of what you like he said. We won't be buying it today. So Katie showed him the rings she liked and he filed that away for future reference. While Katie was looking at other things Sean went and purchased the earrings. I will be back to pick them up in a few minutes I have to throw her off the track he said to the employee at the store.
They left the store and a couple of stores down they found a stationary store and went in. Katie was enthralled. She found sketch books and wonderful coloured pencils. Oh I think I will buy some of these she said about the sketch books and pencils. That sounds like a good idea said Sean. Then he told her that he would have to go back to the jewellery store as he thought he had left his wallet there. Just stay here and I will be right back he said.
She did and a couple of minutes later Sean returned with the earrings in his coat pocket.
Do you want to walk some more or do you want to head home asked Sean? I think we should head home. I am getting a little tired said Katie. So they headed home. When they passed a large apartment building Katie told Sean all about the fact that she hated this building and wished she could tell the owner that it bothers her. I am sure he or she really can't do anything about the fact that it ruins your view said Sean. I know but I just wish it wasn't there said Katie.
They got home and hung up their coats. Do you want anything to eat asked Katie? Oh no I don't think so said Sean. We should do those dishes like you said that we would. So they filled up the sink and started washing dishes. It didn't take too long and they were done.
After the dishes they decided to watch some television. I don't get to watch television much as we don't have one. I wonder what is on. Well lets look at the guide said Katie. They found a program that they both wanted to see and sat on the couch side by side watching. That is where Mr. Robinson found them when he got home. They were still sitting there. Unfortunately they had just fallen asleep before he got home. So they were leaning on each other sound asleep.
You two must have had a rough day her father said leaning over the back of the couch and speaking into their ears. They woke with a start. Oh daddy why did you have to scare us like that we had just fallen asleep. Well you shouldn't be sleeping on the couch and it is dinner time.
Both Katie and Sean sat up and wiped their eyes and started to pay attention to Mr. Robinson. So daddy what are we having for dinner asked Katie? I have no idea he said smiling. How about pizza? Pizza sounds good said Katie. What do you think about pizza she asked Sean? Well I haven't had pizza since I was visiting you two summers ago so yeah that sounds good said Sean. Ok than pizza it is said Katie.
Katie then called out for Sebastian. He came flying down from her room. Her dad wrote out an order and attached a pouch to Sebastian's leg and put the order and some money in it and sent him on his way. It shouldn't take too long for the pizza to arrive so we might as well get everything ready for dinner. We need plates and drinks said Mr. Robinson.
They got everything ready for dinner and just as they did there was a pecking at the door. That must be Sebastian with the pizza said Katie. She went to the door and yes it was Sebastian and he had a large pizza. Katie took the carrying bag from Sebastian and put the pizza on the counter. She gave Sebastian a piece of bacon for his efforts and he flew back upstairs to his cage.
Dinner time said Katie as she carried the pizza out to the dinning table. They ate the pizza and drank lots of Butterbeer and pop. After they ate Mr. Robinson asked if Sean would like to watch a Quidditch game? You can get Quidditch on television he asked? Yes it is a new thing said Mr. Robinson. The channel was started by a muggle born wizard who loved Quidditch and want to watch games that he was not able to attend. That is amazing said Sean. So the two of them sat down and were glued to the television. Well at least they are getting along thought Katie as she did the dishes from dinner.
Late on she went in and started to watch the game. She tried to ask questions about the game but the two men did not want the interruption. She would ask the questions and would get short abrupt answers like. Who is playing? Puddlemere united and the Chudley Cannons. Who is who? This got a glare from her father. Well how am I supposed to learn about this game if no one will answer my questions said Katie upset. Sean realized that she was right and started to answer her questions as well as he could while watching the game.
During a time out Sean started to try to explain the game to Katie. Explaining about the seven players and what each of them does. He then told her that it would be easier if she just watched the game and afterwards he would answer all her questions afterwards. She agreed and started to watch and soon the game was over. Why did the game end so suddenly she asked? They captured the snitch said Sean. When a team captures the snitch the game is over. Oh ok. You play this at school don't you asked Katie? Yes I do. You are on the Ravenclaw team. Daddy do you think that we could go up to Hogwarts the next time Ravenclaw plays so that I could see Sean play asked Katie? I guess so it all depends on when it is said Mr. Robinson.
When is your next game asked Katie? I think it is in a few weeks said Sean I can write to you and let you know when I get back to school. There is one thing you need to know said Sean. What is that asked Katie? The next game is between Ravenclaw and Gryffindor. Ooh that could be interesting said Katie. Who would we be cheering for daddy? Mr. Robinson had a pained expression on his face. I guess we would cheer for Ravenclaw but I will not like it I can tell you that. Why couldn't you be playing Slytherin I could really get into cheering for Ravenclaw if you were playing Slytherin?
The three of them sat and watched television and talked until suddenly the fire in the grate lit and there was a whooshing sound. Mommy's home said Katie as she got up to greet her mother. Hi mommy said Katie as she gave her a hug how was work? It was fine sweetie. Would you like some tea asked Katie? I would love a cup of tea said her mother. So Katie went into the kitchen and put on the kettle and made a pot of tea for all of them.
The four of them sat for a while and talked about their day and evening. Soon it was time for Katie to head off to bed as she was starting to feel really tired. I will be right up said Sean to Katie. Ok said Katie. Once Katie was upstairs Sean went to his coat and got the earrings out of the pocket. He went to Mrs. Robinson and asked her where he could put the box so that Katie wouldn't notice it. What is it asked Mrs. Robinson? A pair of Tinkerbelle earrings. Oh Katie will love those. I know exactly where you can put them. In the tree said Mrs. Robinson. She will just think it is a decoration. What is this she asked? The tag on the box said .
To Katie
From Santa
Well it is from when she was little. We always put a tag on one of her gifts and made it from Santa. She would get so excited thinking that Santa had left a gift for her at our house too. I just want to remind her of those times. That is very sweet said Mrs. Robinson.
Sean made his way upstairs and found Katie's lights on. He walked to the door and peeked in. what are you up to he asked? Not much said Katie. I was just reading for a few minutes. Sean went in and sat down on her bed. Are you excited about Christmas he asked? Oh yes we will have lots of fun. This is going to be very different though. It will be the first Christmas where we have not all been together. We usually go to my father's sister for Christmas. Mommy is happy that she will be able to spend Christmas with her sister but is sad that Bill is not here.
Sean can I have a hug asked Katie? Of course said Sean. He walked over to her and enclosed her in a hug. She just melted in his arms. It felt so good to be held by him she thought. Sean, can I give you a kiss asked Katie? If you want said Sean. Katie went up on her toes and kissed Sean. Sean was shocked. This was not her usual kiss; a peck on the cheek or lips this was a real grown up kiss. When it was over Sean was speechless. When did she learn to kiss like that he thought? What is wrong asked Katie as she saw his expression. When did you learn to kiss like that he asked? I don't know said Katie. I just went with how I was feeling.
What do you mean asked Sean? Well some times I just want to kiss you. I see you and I want to kiss you so much. I have these funny feelings when I think of you now. When I was little I had tummy tickles but now it seems that my heart starts to race and I feel sort of sick to my stomach. Have you told your mother about this he asked? Sean had an idea about why she was feeling this way as he had gone through the same thing at her age. No I though you might know what this is she said. This is part of your job as my best friend to know these things she said with a smile. I am not sure but I think you should talk to your mom. Alright said Katie I will in the morning.
You should get to bed said Sean. I am sure you will be up late tomorrow and I know how you need your sleep. Yes Sean said Katie smiling. Good night Sean. Good night Katie, have sweet dreams.
a/n I know almost 9000 words for just one chapter. I hope you enjoy it . these last few chapters are sort of writing themselves. Unfortunatly there will only be a few more chapters for this part of their story. I wil hate to see the end but we do have much more to tell. As always please review. I would love to know how you are enjoying the story. Thank you to those who regularly review. I love to read how you are enjoying the story.