He'd heard about the astronomy sleepover and was thrilled about it. He was sure Amelia would come (hopefully) because she loved the outdoors and nature. But then again...it was sleeping inside a tent with a lot of students and a professor. Well if he was lucky she'd come. He hadn't seen her yet that day so hadn't had a chance to ask her.

He'd put on his warmest pyjama pants, and even a second pair just incase, then put on his sleep shirt with a sweater over that. He'd put on his normal stockings and leather boots, and walked out to the tent. Stepping inside his eyes went wide with all that was inside. He'd known you could use extension charms on tents, because his mum had, but this was incredible. Back home they'd never had this much inside the tent.

Finding he was the one of the first there however made him blush and stand off to the side waiting as people came in.

It was a cold evening, and Silvia made her way to the tent in her warm pajamas, extra pair of socks, boots, and a jacket for extra warmth. She was excited for the outdoor sleepover, except for the cold; she had never slept in a real tent before. She entered the tent and breathed a sigh of relief at the little bit of warmth within. Looking around, she noticed she was a bit early as there weren't many people here yet. She stood and waited to the side for more people to show up.

Ella walked down to the sleepover party carrying her telescope. She was excited to be sleeping in a tent, something she hadn't done since she was seven or eight. She wasn't sure about the whole winter camping thing but she trusted that the Professors would have a way to keep the students warm and cozy on the chilly night.

She entered the tent and immediately smiled, it was perfect. It was warm and inviting and the decorations were quite nice. She waved at Professor Roslund with a smile. "Hi Professor! This is great." She then found a spot to place her telescope and headed for the refreshment table, excited for some hot chocolate.

Alyssa had read about the balloon spotting Sleepover Party on the bulletin posted on their Board of Notices. Even though it wasn't a class, it still sounded interesting and since it would give her the opportunity be out and gaze at the stars, she was here now, all dressed up in her warmest and most decent PJs carrying her telescope case with her. She had also worn her warm thick wool insulated boots, leather gloves and brought a big warm blanket. Big enough just in case someone wanted to share with her.

Seeing that she was still early, she went over to get a warm cup of cocoa and a sandwich and looked around to see whether she recognized anyone that had arrived earlier.

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He'd heard about the astronomy sleepover and was thrilled about it. He was sure Amelia would come (hopefully) because she loved the outdoors and nature. But then again...it was sleeping inside a tent with a lot of students and a professor. Well if he was lucky she'd come. He hadn't seen her yet that day so hadn't had a chance to ask her.

He'd put on his warmest pyjama pants, and even a second pair just incase, then put on his sleep shirt with a sweater over that. He'd put on his normal stockings and leather boots, and walked out to the tent. Stepping inside his eyes went wide with all that was inside. He'd known you could use extension charms on tents, because his mum had, but this was incredible. Back home they'd never had this much inside the tent.

Finding he was the one of the first there however made him blush and stand off to the side waiting as people came in.

Professor Roslund was busy arranging some table cloths and a fruit bowl when the first student arrived to the party. The boy whom he recognized as Isaac Muir one of the Slytherin quidditch players looked a little lost. Leaving the fruit bowl in the food section he walked over to the boy with a warm beam across his features. "Good evening, Isaac right?" Studying the boy for a moment Professor Roslund said "You played well in the Quidditch match against Ravenclaw. Any good at stargazing?"

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It was a cold evening, and Silvia made her way to the tent in her warm pajamas, extra pair of socks, boots, and a jacket for extra warmth. She was excited for the outdoor sleepover, except for the cold; she had never slept in a real tent before. She entered the tent and breathed a sigh of relief at the little bit of warmth within. Looking around, she noticed she was a bit early as there weren't many people here yet. She stood and waited to the side for more people to show up.

The next student to arrive was Silvia from Ravencalw. Waving at her Professor Roslund greeted her "Evening, Silvia. Have you been to a tent sleepover party before?"

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She entered the tent and immediately smiled, it was perfect. It was warm and inviting and the decorations were quite nice. She waved at Professor Roslund with a smile. "Hi Professor! This is great." She then found a spot to place her telescope and headed for the refreshment table, excited for some hot chocolate.

Flashing Ella a smiled Professor Roslund called out as he waved in greeting "It’s a magical night for star gazing Ella. I wouldn’t be surprised if you came to spot something other than balloons tonight."

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Alyssa had read about the balloon spotting Sleepover Party on the bulletin posted on their Board of Notices. Even though it wasn't a class, it still sounded interesting and since it would give her the opportunity be out and gaze at the stars, she was here now, all dressed up in her warmest and most decent PJs carrying her telescope case with her. She had also worn her warm thick wool insulated boots, leather gloves and brought a big warm blanket. Big enough just in case someone wanted to share with her.

Seeing that she was still early, she went over to get a warm cup of cocoa and a sandwich and looked around to see whether she recognized anyone that had arrived earlier.

"Hi Alyssa!" Professor Roslund greeted the badger as she moved past him to get what it seemed like some food and drink. "I like your blanket. It looks warm and comfy." He commented. At least one student seemed well equipped for a night out on the grounds.

Looking up as Professor Roslund walked over he smiled until he mentioned the quidditch match. Then he winced a little. "Uh, thank ye." he didn't think he had, and really hadn't liked the initiation process when he'd failed to catch the snitch. Being sent flying across the snow on his back hadn't been his idea of fun...

Nodding the smile appeared back on his face "Yeh, indeed I am. Me mum taught me lots about the stars and constellations especially when we were in Egypt with the clear open sky above us."

Olivia brought a big warm blanket with her and was wearing it around her sholders. She was hoping to see some baloons while here, and win more house points in the process. She was wearing ugg boots, the ugliest but warmest boots from the muggle world. I bet Im the only person at Hogwarts who has these Olivia thought, with a small giggle.

She would wait for more people to come before she began stargazing. So she went and got some hot chocolate.

Zhenya made her way to the Baloon Spotting Sleepover, very excited - but a bit tired too. She had her black satin pyjamas on and a deep red fleece dressing gown, and slipper boots.

She only recognised a few people there, though not many had come yet. Hopefully Raven would come.

She walked up where Professor Roslund was and said "Good Evening Professor Roslund! I'm excited that you are having this balloon spotting party for us, I don't think any other teacher would do it," with a bright smile. He was definitely one of her most creative Professors, which was always exciting and fun.

Violet nervously walked in to the party was going to be like. She hadn't brought a telescope with her since she had none, but she hoped that maybe a new friend or person could share with her. Violet was dressed in baby blue pyjamas with a midnight blue dressing gown as she looked around the tower.

Then Violet spotted the professor who had put the announcement up about the party. She waved to the professor who was wearing a navy blue night robes. "Good evening Professor. My, this is absolutely beautiful! I can't wait to get started."

Cardigan walked up to the sleepover`s location,appearing super pumped as a Blondie with high pigtails tied up with pight pink ribbons,silky light pink PJs,a Hot Pink dressing gown,light pink striped knee socks,and Hot Pink Toms could ever be!With her Telescope held firmly in her right hand,she entered the sleepover and decided to go say hello to Professor Roslund before getting something to eat or Balloon Gazing."Hello Professor Roslund!You`ve got yourself the best Balloon Gazing sleepover party ever!"She concluded as she giggled a tiny bit.It was true...

Astronomy under the stars and out late on the grounds.

What more could anyone who loved astronomy and liked the winter ask for for an enjoyable evening. And using it as a sleepover under the stars was an added plus to the matter. So as directed, Gideon bundled up in warm nightclothes with an added sweater just in case, the 5th year wrapped up his telescope and trudged through the snow to where the tent for the night plans was all set up.

When he had reached it and stepped inside, he was amazed and amused by what he found under the purple fabric. Balloons abounded and anything else that might been needed was plentiful including food. Professor Roslund had certainly outdone himself with his planning and execution of the event. Gideon looked around for any familiar faces, however the only one he certainly knew was the professor himself.

Guess he was the first one to arrive. Though hopefully Selina might be interested seeing as she had certainly seemed to have a new-found liking of the subject. "Good Evening Professor," he greeted as he came near the man.

Taylor heard about the party and thought she might check it out. "Good evening professor." She nodded and smiled at Professor Roslund as she rubbed her arms. Tay was still cold despire her thick winter coat.

For whatever reason, Tristan had decided to attend the slumber party. The decision had been made partially due to his mother's persistent persuasion and partially due to his own love of astronomy. And Professor Roland. He was the only one that didn't seem to drive Tristan bonkers, but maybe it was just because of the subject.

In any case, he had arrived in his several-sizes-too-big snowman pajama pants and a white t-shirt. Not that you would know just from glancing at him. Tristan was indeed also wrapped in a fuzzy white blanket that dragged nearly a foot on the floor. He'd be sure to wash it later.

"Good evening Professor," the boy said quietly upon passing. Even liking the Professor, Tristan was obliged to follow rule one- avoiding people kept his stomach out of knots and his hands from shaking. His anxiety would always be anxiety.

... Oohh, tea!

"Hello Professor Roslund. I know that it gets cold during the winter nights, so I figured my blanket would come in handy. I have another in my backpack if you want to borrow it. Thank you for the cocoa. It's great for a cold night like this."

"I hope so, Professor!" Ella said with a smile. She sipped her hot chocolate which was delicious. It immediately warmed her chilled bones and sent a surge of warmth through her body. She smiled, looking around as more classmates filed in. She hoped she would bump into some friends soon!

Kurumi had been hanging out in the back of the large tent hidden behind piles of sleeping bags and pillows as she finished organizing things behind the scene. Ever since coming back from the holidays, Kurumi had thrown herself even more into school activities, so she had been pleased as peach when Professor Roslund had found her in the corridors and asked her to seriously help him organize the party she had suggested during one of their lessons last term. Volunteering to write up the invitations and other small things hadn't been enough, and she had even offered to help pitch the tent. ANYTHING to help her keep her mind off...that...

Even when everything was set up, Kurumi still found that her mind wandered too much to home, and she had locked herself up in the kitchens for several days making more cookies than she usually made in a year. There were two varieties, both lollipop cookies for easy eating. One set were shaped like balloons to commemorate the whole reason the party had been suggested in the first place, and the other star shaped since, well, this WAS an Astronomy party.

Walking through the tent and passing those that were already here, Kurumi smiled and bowed her head, flashing an overly cheerful, "Good evening," in everyone's direction. To those who didn't know, which was everyone, it appeared as though the Gryffindor were simply overly excited about the party.

"Professor Roslund," Kurumi called, giant box of lollipop cookies in her arms. "The sleeping bags are all organized over there in the corner based on color." The prefect had created a full spectrum from darks to lights. "I'll just go set the cookies down at the food table and then let me know if there is anything else that needs to be done."

Logan trudged through the snow to the sleepover. He smiled as he stepped into the tent. He was so happy to be here, this would be very fun! He looked around and spotted.....CANDY!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YAAAAY! Now THIS was going to be a great night!

Daichi shivered uncontrollably as he walked over the snowy grounds of Hogwarts. He had heard about a sleep over party and immediately had put on his dark blue pajama’s in the dormitory and pulled an extra black sweater over his head with the “DUCKS RULE” caption written in yellow letters on it at his chest for the warmth.

He found the purple tent very quickly and he quickly ran towards it. The Slytherin wondered why the Professor had chosen this time of the year to make a sleepover party since it was December , wasn’t it too cold? Because Daichi was shaking like a leaf right now. Yet, when he entered the tent he was greeted by a nice cozy warmth and he was relieved he wouldn’t freeze his toes off in the night.

He found a place for his own and dumped his bag he had been carrying on the ground. Sitting down on the sleeping bag that he now claimed his, Daichi took off his snowy wet shoes and walked with them to the side of the tent , attempting to dry them by placing it close to the heat.

Walking back, Daichi sat down on his sleeping bag and he had the feeling something was missing. Mr.Duckles, his stuffed duck he had carried everywhere in his first year … he wished he had It here now since he had trouble sleeping without it. He would never admit it though, a third year missing his stuffed animal bwahaha he would be the laughter of the evening!

He sighed so loudly that it could be heard if anyone was paying attention to him and he held his knees up to his chest as he looked outside and up to the sky.

As more people began arriving, Tristan felt the need to say something to at least one of them. But as always, it didn't seem like it was going to happen. Oh well. He was sure he could muster up a discussion with Professor Roslund at some point later on. For now, however, he wanted tea.

Dragging his blanket over to the long table of food and assorted hot beverages, Tristan helped himself to a mug and glanced through the pots of tea. This would be something like his fourth cup of tea for the day if you included his daily cups of peppermint tea. Hmm. Something different perhaps? He lifted the lid from one of the pots, wafting the smell towards him with his hand. It was sharp and bitter, piercing the insides with his nose with a refreshing scent. It smelled wonderful, but he knew it would probably keep him up all night.

Replacing the lid of the first pot, Tristan lifted another. This one almost smelled of apples and cinnamon, strongly reminding him of the cool airs of fall and a thickly wooded forest. Here, he'd try this one. The second year gently poured himself a mug, delighting in its scent.

Now he had to let it cool... because Tristan was a baby that didn't like burning his throat.

Selena should've been cold in her hoodie as she hugged her stuffed elephant tucked under one arm. But she wasn't. Kent was on her head keeping her hair warm and Clarke was stubborn and had absolutely REFUSED to leave the bed in the dormitories. Stupid cruppy. Selena bounced outside towards the mass of people arriving in her penguin slippers, excited and totally ready to STARE at balloons in the sky.

"Heeeellllooooo everyone!" Selena greeted, beaming from ear to ear at everyone, and tossing her duffel bag to a side, wincing at the clattering it made. Yup, she had forgotten her telescope was in there.

Selena hugged Mister Fancy Pants the elephant and plopped down next to her bag. Maaayyybeeee she ought to go up to the table and get food. Selena looked up at her forehead trying to see Kent. Nope, definitely couldn't but with a slight tilt of her head, the pygmy puff rolled into her lap. "Kent! You were supposed to stay up there," Selena sighed, placing the purple pygmy puff on top of her head and unzipping her bag to take out her chocolate. Psht. Who needed SLEEP when they could be eating chocolate?!

Ella looked around the room as she sipped her hot chocolate. She was just about to head back to her telescope when she noticed Logan with a joyous look on his face. He must have spotted the sweets, Ella thought. She smiled and decided to sneak up on him, repaying him for the many times he'd done it to her. She creeped up behind him, covering his eyes awkwardly with one hand as her other was holding a cup of steaming chocolatey deliciousness. "Guess who..." She said, trying to change her voice.

Alex trudged through the snow, finally arriving at the purple tent. She had put on her long johns beneath her flannel pajamas, jacket and boots, but was still a little cold. "Wow", she thought as she entered the tent. "This is awesome!"

She decided to get some tea, thinking that might help her get warm. Then she would look around to see if any of her friends were here yet. Yes, this was going to be an interesting night.

Lily had put on her extra fuzzy, fleece pajamas along with a sweatshirt from her old school back home. She had put a warm, down blanket in her bag along with her telescope. As she walked along the path through the snow that others had made for her, Lily thought about the last class in which she had banged her head on her telescope. She didn't want a repeat of that so she had placed her homemade hat on her head. When she arrived at the tent, she could tell that this was the place to be for the night. Seeing the professor, Lily went over to greet him. "Good evening Professor Roslund. How are you on this clear, but chilly night?" Lily gave the professor a big grin as she waited for a reply. She thought it would be a very good night for stargazing because the sky was clear.

Taylor saw two of her friends and went over to them. She hugged both of them, Hey Logan, Lily." Tay smiled at both of them, "How are ya'll?'