05/25/05
My pen-name's: Polaris Dakota and Mortigana Valliante. I will never tell who I really am but if you want to get my attention or are a good friend call me Polaris!
Polaris Dakota is a name i created for a character in an upcomming story. Polaris is the north star and is full of meaning (read about it!), while Dakota is a wolf name....think HARD.
I am terrible at grammar and spelling and it often takes five or six tries for a chapter to go through when i write!
Usually, and this is no lie, i have ABOUT six people, sometimes more (Usually), helping me correct my stories: Huskers, Diana, Lee, Shay, Kristy, the three vixens and a few others.
I am outstandingly loyal and brave...and boastful. I will defend my friends in an instant without a care for my safty and have a knack for running outside in the rain to rescue ancient lawn orniments from impending doom.
I am also a camp councelor.
I love a good laugh and am always quick to smile. If you dont like my jokes feel free to blame my parents.
I love Harry/Ginny and Hermione/Ron fics. I am also a big fan of Tonks/Lupin but any Lupin fics are cool. I also enjoy Snape/other charry but HATE HATE HATE Hermione/Draco and Hermione/Snape. I think they are disgusting.
I only comment on stories I like...however, if asked to coment then i will...but i will be brutally honest.
I deeply appreciate Crafty Slytherin and anyone who supports my work. This includes Moonymaniac! I love her story so far and I encourage you to read it, she has great potential and is a better writer by FAR than i am.
READ MOMENTS OF BLISS!...damn it.
Also, read Through Time and Space and Harry Potter and the Unlocked Mind. Two of my three favorite stories! My story follows the timelines set up by HUSKERS but gives reference to Snape from Through Time and Space.
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WOOT!!! Told ya didnt I?
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As does this!
Thick as Theives.
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I cant believe that my story already has so many reads! I dont really like to yell about reviews so just knowing people read is enough for me.
You are, of course, very welcome to review. The story is already mapped out and I will try to update as often as possible.
Be a love and look into my favorites, wont you?
Moonymaniac is awesome, Moony is great
read her story or i'll turn you into a crate.
Huskers is awesome, Harry is great
if you dont read his story then you're a poodle.
XOXOXO
-The Infamous Dakota
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MOMENTS OF BLISS by moonymaniac
Rated: 6th-7th Years •Summary: Remus Lupin is a man with a tragic past, filled with pain, suffering and sorrow. But it is also a past filled with great adventure, true friendship and…love? Even though the odds were against him, Remus found happiness at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. He had the Marauders, he was a prefect and his transformations were less horrible, thanks to his Animagi friends. What more could a teenage werewolf want? And how long could his happiness last? Remus and the Marauders prove that in the saddest of lives and darkest of times, there can still be moments of bliss.
Remus centric but with a lot of the other Marauders. This story is a romance, but has almost as much general Marauder era background and side story as romance.
Pre-HBP and DH, so some things from DH will be disregarded, as the warning indicates, but some Spoilers will be incorporated.
Date: 07/10/05 Title: Chapter 8: The Welcome Back Feast
Have no fear Moony old friend! Great stories always take time. Whatever you do, dont rush! You can never have too much information after all. (and i'de be honored to mention you by the way ^_^) Would you like to hear a bit of an irrelevent secret? My handle is Polaris Dakota. Polaris means the north star and Dakota is a wolf name. Irrelevent but just letting you know theres more than one lupine lover out there! 10/10 on this chapter by the way! I do so love this beautiful Ravenclaw.
Author's Response: Thanks, Polaris. I'm a southern girl (US); I don't think I know how to rush. As far as too much info goes, you might change your mind if you could see the TWO binders I have written so far! Love the handle! I find nothing irrelevent about someone who shares my passion.
Author's Response: Wow, Polaris! I just looked in on your story and....I'm speechless! (and that takes a lot to do!) Thank you. You are the best!
Date: 08/08/06 Title: Chapter 32: Where There's a Will
If I thought my comment was a tad hostel then I see now I thought wrong! Moony, you know better than to worry too much about what the readers think. My advice? (wanted or not...) is that a reaction this strong shows you are indeed a great writer and you should keep going with what you are doing. The strong reactions and great number of reviews means that you are hooking more readers with your words and your unique writing style.
Also, if anyone has any qualms about your story or doesn't like what they read, let me know. I'll handel em.
Don't lose confidence in yourself Moony!
Author's Response: Ah, Polaris, my head cheerleader and now defender! You are such a sweetheart. Thank you, dear. But no need to worry; I’m fine. :-) But I know who to go to if needed. ;) You know I’m a natural born worrywart, but not too bad. *rolls eyes* I came to terms with the fact that I couldn’t please everyone a while back. And it can be useful to know what people don\'t like. :) But I’m far too lazy to try to figure out an entirely different direction for the story, even if I wanted to. And it was established a while back that I can’t just quit, because then I’ll be hated MORE! O.O LOLOL So I’ll keep plugging along. Thank you so much for your encouragement. It really helps make this fun. So don’t you worry about me. I’m the worrywart, remember. :)
And I didn’t think your comment was hostile at all. O.o Maybe my skin is thicker than we think…or is that just my skull? LOL!
Date: 07/15/06 Title: Chapter 31: Piling Straw on a Camel’s Back
*smiles* Did you notice the blue ribbon next to your story in your information/statistics section? It is beautiful! Geez I feel so special that you sent your hellos to me personally! I won't stop blushing. I really don't know how long it is going to take for me and Serranes to get kicking again, I am still on the IV but I love reading your story!!! Update soon!!! and enjoy your blue metal. Here are a million hugs in just one, to show you my appreciation for your prayers! KEEP UPDATING!
GOOOO MOONY! ----> X
Author's Response: Eh, it isn\'t blue anymore...but still very nice! :) I look so forward to you starting up your story again, not only because I want to know what is going to happen, but it will mean you are better. Just take care of yourself. I will try to keep you somewhat entertained. ;) Thanks so much, Polaris.
Date: 07/14/06 Title: Chapter 31: Piling Straw on a Camel’s Back
Dearest Moony, I am still in the hospital but I just HAD to drop you a line and say how proud I am of you! You are on the featured stories list! You've come a long way and you should be proud of yourself too. I hope you are glowing with pride because you earned your spot! I always told you you were the best and very talented, and now I just want to cry I am so happy for you!
May you have as many reviews as there are stars in the sky over Hogwarts!
-Polaris-
Author's Response: *Does Major Happy Dance* My head cheerleader drops by! Whoo hoo! I’m so glad to hear from you, Polaris!
I’m so sorry to hear you are still in the hospital, but pray that you will be well soon. I do miss you when you are away.
Thank you so much for your wonderful words. I am beaming! It means so much more to know you are still with me. Who would have thought MoB would make it to “featured fic” way back when you posted that very first review? Thanks for sticking with me, and take care of yourself. :) You are the best! :) :)
Date: 11/12/05 Title: Chapter 13: Ravenclaw Versus Slytherin
A ten as always! Hm, I've been wondering how you would explain away Remus' absence but now I see your truely brilliant plan. Bra-va! I couldn't have done it better myself.
You are so lucky and talented to have your stories updated so soon! The moderators hate me and I can never get my chapters through, or reviews! If I had more loyal fans like you I think I would Throw confetti on YOU! ...or just leave you long reviews like this-oh look at the time! tata for now!
Author's Response: *ding ding* *balloons release* How appropriate that my official 50th review should come from my very first reviewer! Thanks so much for sticking with me Polaris. It really means a lot! *dances jig for Polaris*. I’m glad you liked the explanation. Don’t get discouraged with your story…look at your review count for only 3 chapters. I have 14 chapters up…hmmm… *starts doing the math* So, don’t worry about reviews (though they are so much fun to get and encouraging aren’t they?) As long as you are having fun writing your story, just keep going. I’ll keep checking. Did I say thanks? Well, Thanks!
Date: 11/12/05 Title: Chapter 14: Butterbeer with Mum
Oooh wow that sucks for Remus. So cruel...damn. I hate moms who are so pushy and baby their kids even at such advanced ages-whats that? shoot, moms calling me. Gotta go! 10 10 10 10 10 Yay! GOOooOOOoo Moony!
Author's Response: Yes, poor Remus…things just can’t be simple in his life. But at least his mum cares. Remus’ mum just loves him so. Who wouldn’t? I’d baby Remus….Now, be nice to your mom! Thanks for the cheer!
Date: 12/17/05 Title: Chapter 18: Special Attention
Brilliant! absopositivolutely splendid. ::grabs Sirius and James and shoves them into a closet.:: you know, I thought that spells could only be undone by the caster or if the caster died. I suppose with low level hexes they can wear off. Hm. I still say we should all team up on Dar-Lean and lock her up somewhere.
Author's Response: Ah, Polaris, you had me running to get my OOtP to see if I was all messed up. I still may be, but I think the theory on spells is okay. In the Dept. of Mysteries and Beyond the Veil, we see Lupin lift a Tarantallegra from Neville and Hermione had cast Silencio on Dolohov who later returned wiht his voice and used Accio to try to get the prophecy, so either one of the Death Eaters lifted it or it wore off. I can't find anything else right now so I'm going with spells wear off after a while. I do think that really powerful wizards or witches could place a curse on someone that would last until the caster died though. Thanks so much. I'm glad you got me to check into that. Oh, and you better lock the closet. James and Sirius are up to no good!
Date: 12/17/05 Title: Chapter 18: Special Attention
Brilliant! absopositivolutely splendid. ::grabs Sirius and James and shoves them into a closet.:: you know, I thought that spells could only be undone by the caster or if the caster died. I suppose with low level hexes they can wear off. Hm. I still say we should all team up on Dar-Lean and lock her up somewhere.
Author's Response: absopositivolutely? I want to see you spell that three times fast! Thanks.
Date: 08/25/06 Title: Chapter 33: When It Rains
Awesome!!! 10 million out of....er...10 ^_^
Author's Response: :-) Thank you, Polaris! :-)
Date: 06/26/05 Title: Chapter 5: Time Flies
10/10, excellent once again. This may be your first attempt but you are doing swell! Dont be shaken by criticisms-learn from them!
Date: 10/15/05 Title: Chapter 10: Humiliation
An interesting revelation, and fear not, I am still reviewing you! This chapter had me on the edge of my seat, wondering ; WHY IS SHE DOING THIS TO MEEEE?! ha, you're brilliant. Anyone who says this chapter isn't a teaser to the mind is an idiot and shouldn't be allowed on mugglenet-ALL my love!
Author's Response: HELLO! Polaris. So good to hear from you! < an idiot and shouldn't be allowed on mugglenet> LOL. Tell me how you really feel! Thanks so much. You always make my day.
Date: 10/15/05 Title: Chapter 11: Tutors and Teasing
Sorry for being late but college is a bitch and i t is very hard for me to always be on mugglenet and always be the first to review-I have a very busy life but dont worry I will try to always make time to review my favorite stories! I read your profile and I think that you should go with your instincts and not JUST with what someone tells you (when it comes to changing your story). Before you change things just ask yourself if you are doing this to please yourself or someone else.
Author's Response: Thanks again Polaris. I will definitely remember this advice. But be assured that I haven’t changed anything I didn’t feel was for the best. A lot of technical things were corrected and some additional info has been added (nothing that is necessary to the plot but just enhancement). I also haven’t changed the plot in anyway (so it is not necessary to reread). The big change that was recommended was about something that has bugged me from the time I first submitted it and now, I feel much better about it. I just wish I had done it sooner. But again, it doesn't change were the story is or is going in any way. Thanks for your thoughtfulness. I'm so glad your back.
Date: 12/09/05 Title: Chapter 17: Lindi’s Problem
::strikes Darlene with a boldt of lightning:: ...ahem...OoOh! look at that! I had no idea that my wand was...erm...loaded. Blast! Ah well...stuff happens. Great chapter by the way ^_^ GOOooO Moooooony!
Author's Response: Am I going to have to write a body guard for poor Darlene? First she loses the greatest guy ever, now people are hitting her with wet salmon and lightning bolts! You’d think she was a villain or something! Thanks Polaris!
Date: 10/15/05 Title: Chapter 12: Girl Talk
Absolutely perfect! you are brilliant and this was such a funny chapter, I love how you pegged Sirius' character...poor Remus. This will be tourture for him, I just know it. Oh! and Lilly and Lindi aren't hard to follow at all-stop worrying!
Author's Response: Woo hoo! My head cheerleader is back! Am really glad you found it funny! Me torture Remus? You know what they say...you always hurt the one you love! Glad the Lily/Lindi thing wasn't a problem. What, me worry? Maybe I can change my penname to worrywart. Thanks so much for all the encouraging words!
Date: 02/20/06 Title: Chapter 23: Playing Games
Sorry that I haven't been around. I've been in and out of the hospital as of late because of a personal ailment and haven't had time to read. I am going to finally put up a sign on my story, I do not think that I will have the time to finish it for a long while. Sorry I haven't been here for you when you were there for me!
Any how, I hate cliffhangers! But wow what an awesome way to tick everyone off hahahahaha it is rather funny to read your reviews and count all of the "NOOOO!!!" 's.
Well done. You are a master of mahem and worthy of a title...but Moony is already taken, so what shall we call you?
Author's Response: Hello, Polaris, I'm happy to hear from you, but so sad to hear you have been unwell. I hope that this review means you are on the road to recovery. I want to *see* you healthy and reading and writing. I hate to hear there will be a delay in your story, but fully understand the need to take time for yourself and hope it is only a delay. I will continue to look forward to an update when you are ready. :)
I did rather enjoy throwing in a cliffhanger, but feel bad for the delay in posting the following chapter. I have let myself fall into a Muggleish trap and my beta is trying to help me dig myself out of it. Plus, *whispers* I've been watching the Olympics instead of writing. Shame on me! I hope to have 24 up soon. As far as what to call me, you, my dear, can call me whatever you like: maniac, maniacal one, raving lunatic...For your wonderful support, I'll answer to just about anything. Thank you, Polaris, and take care of yourself. I'll be thinking of you.
Date: 11/16/06 Title: Chapter 37: The Crystal Ball
Im surprised that James didn't go stag. ::giggles::
Author's Response: LOL! Good one! :) I wish I had thought of that!
Date: 07/15/06 Title: Chapter 25: The Crystal Cove
Whew! I had better make up for some of my missed reviews eh? I wanted to cry when they didn't kiss!!! But, looking back (this is a late review, seeing as I've already read this...) I am glad I had to wait. It does build the anticipation! If ever you need help with a good snog scene e-mail me and I'll send you a tip or two!
-Polaris-
Author's Response: Good, I\'m glad you like the anticipation! Oh, writing snogs, LOL...I might have to take you up on that offer. I have a feeling the only response I\'m going to get from my beta, Bridget, is virtual laughter, :*/ assuming I ever send her a snog scene to edit...<.< *giggles* Thanks, I\'m glad to know I have help waiting. :)
Date: 01/18/07 Title: Chapter 39: Home for the Holidays
I loved it! Very funny. I am also happy that Lily is warming up to James...yayness. I really hope that Remus isn't pestered by his Mum all holiday, what a drag. LOVEEEE the story! ::dances:: Im feeling better, and reading helps. Thanks for posting!
Author's Response: *dances with Polaris* I\'m so glad you are feeling better! I\'m also glad you found the chapter funny, since they say laughter is the best medicine! Now, Mrs. Lupin wouldn\'t pester Remus...she\'s just going to lock him in the cupboard until Lindi leaves...until she leaves Hogwarts, actually! *lol* Thanks, Polaris! So good to hear from you and keep getting better! <3
Date: 06/10/05 Title: Chapter 1: Prologue: Notes on a Life
10/10. I know how it feels to have a decent story and no reviews. I am looking foreward to your next chapter!
P.S-Long is not always bad!
Author's Response: Thanks, so much. I was a little worried about the first few chapters putting readers off since it is in the romance section and there won't be much romance until he is a little older. However, I like a little background. So, thanks again for your review.
Date: 07/22/05 Title: Chapter 9: The Bet
I read your profile and i had to counter with a shout out of my own! Moony you truely are awesome, im blushing! honest! In any case, another 10! brilliant and captivating, i was hanging on every word and full of anticipation! I really didnt want Sirius to win and im glad he was lifted from his precious galleons (did i spell it right?) err money. My chapter three is taking forever, i wish my chapters went through as fast as yours do Moony! Till then, Moony old friend-Ta!
Author's Response: Hi, Polaris! Glad you checked. I like to update my profile frequently and I couldn’t pass up a chance to say thanks! I’m glad you liked the outcome of this chapter. There were a lot of words to hang on, but you know me by now. Can you say verbose? You’d think I was getting paid by the word. Which of course, I’m not. Disclaimer!!!! Disclaimer!!!! No Money is being made…blah blah blah! I know how frustrating it is waiting for your chapters to get through the queue. Mine did go through fast when I first started posting but these last three chapters have taken a lot longer than the 4 days. I feel bad for the mods having to deal with the log in mess. It took me six tries just to update my profile. I can empathize with you on your chapter 3. I keep checking for it. I look forward to reading it when it is up.