#alight with happiness jily fest

[mppmaraudergirl]

Join me in celebrating married Jily this March! This fest is open to anyone who loves Lily and James Potter and their love.

Make it canon or divergent! Muggle AU? Regency? Celebrities? Absolutely. Have a fic where Jily get together and want to write a follow-up with them married? Go for it!

All fanworks - art, fic, moodboards, playlists, edits, drabbles/microfics, etc - are welcome! Be sure to tag your works "#alight with happiness jily fest"! An AO3 collection will be open for submissions closer to the event.

[annabtg]

For @mppmaraudergirl's Alight With Happiness Jily Fest, a combination of Day 1: The Big Moments and Day 2: The Little Doe-mestic moments.

“Let’s go have our wedding night, Mrs Potter,” he whispers against her mouth. She laughs again. He’s never seen her so joyful, and it’s not the drink, because her smile has been alight with happiness since the moment she stepped into the ceremony hall. “It’s still day outside.” “A wedding afternoon, then.” Another kiss, this one chaste. “And then a wedding evening and a wedding night. I finally have you all to myself and I intend to take full advantage of it.”

Read on AO3 Completed, 2.5k words, rated M.

[wearingaberetinparis]

My Baby's Fit Like A Daydream - A Married Jily AU in the Call It What You Want Universe

A short and sweet (I hope) drabble written for @mppmaraudergirl's Alight With Happiness Jily Fest! Thank you for all you do, Lauren! 💛

She raised her eyebrows at the sight that greeted her as she opened the door to her office, folding her arms, hip jutted to the side, she spoke: “I thought we agreed to use your office only. That mine was off limits?” “Potter,” he grumbled. The use of his last name in relation to her caused one of the corners of her lips to curl up, pleased as she was to share this name with him in a private setting. His eyes were closed and he looked crumpled in his dress shirt that she had ironed - he was useless in this department, used to ask Remus to do it but now the honour was all hers - only the night before. “The last thing I am capable of at this very moment is getting you off. I am just hoping to catch up on some sleep after I was kept up all night by our teething son.” A Call It What You Want Married Jily Sequel

Read My Baby's Fit Like A Daydream HERE. If you'd like to start with Chapter One of Call It What You Want, read HERE!

[abihastastybeans]

@mppmaraudergirl's Alight With Happiness Fest 2024

Day 3: Thrice Defied

Insolence (575 words)

Summary: A glimpse of the Potter Family during the First Wizarding War

As soon as Dumbledore left, James sat down on the floor, legs crossed, his head in his hand. He held back the sound of frustration that was trying to escape his throat and instead grabbed a fistful of his hair, staring at the cut in his other palm from the broken glass. “Dada?” Harry was sitting right where Lily had left him when their old professor arrived - plonked down on his small velvet rug next to the wooden drawers, surrounded by his alphabet blocks.

[chierafied]

Jily Microfic March 26: Revolted

@jilymicrofics, 300 words. On AO3. 🦡💛 Also for @mppmaraudergirl’s Alight with happiness fest Day 4: Our Little Family

The sight and scent of James’ full English breakfast make Lily’s queasy stomach heave. She groans, closes her eyes, and breathes slowly in and out until the nausea resides. It’s been a week of misery and she’s already over it. Thankfully, she has only thrown up twice so far, and she’s aiming to keep both the number and her food down throughout this unfortunate gestational period.  

She opens her eyes when James speaks and meets his soft gaze.

“All right, Mrs Potter?”  

“I will be. In a bit.”  

“Do you want me to use that Charm Mum recommended?”  

Lily shakes her head – and instantly regrets it as her stomach roils. “No. It was great for a while but after it faded, I felt even worse.”  

Case in point: vomit number two.  

“Can you eat?” The worry is evident in both his voice and the frown he’s regarding her with.  

“I can.” She glances down at her plate of fruit and the small bowl of plain yogurt. “In a bit. But maybe you could choose oatmeal for breakfast tomorrow.”  

James lowers his fork and its bit of sausage and grimaces. “Sorry. I had a hankering and didn’t think.”  

“It’s okay. I don’t want to spoil your breakfast, too. Maybe I should brew an anti-emetic potion today. If I can stomach the fumes.” Lily picks up a slice of apple and bites in.  

“That’s worth a try.” He smiles at her from across the table and reaches for her hand; runs his thumb over her knuckles before interlacing his fingers with hers. “I can help if you want,” he offers.  

Lily briefly rests her other hand on the slight swell of her belly and smiles back at James. Despite the nausea and the fatigue and overall feeling poorly, she’s never been happier.  

[thelighthousestale]

Querencia - A sanctuary where you feel safe

The time Lily, James, and Harry spent as a family in their little house in the West Country was far too brief, but it was overfilled with love, laughter, and, above all, life.

Moments of Lily and James at Godric’s Hollow told in five parts for @mppmaraudergirl's 'Alight With Happiness Fest'.

Chapter 4: Building A Nursery

“Don’t worry, Lily, I’ll go along with whatever surprise Prongs has in store for me,” Sirius reassured her, still grinning in a way Lily had never seen him smile before. “How are you feeling? Would you like some tea?”

“This is my house. Aren’t I supposed to be the one offering tea?”

“Oh no, for the next few months until Baby Potter pops out, I’m afraid you’ll have to deal with me servicing your every need. Consider it as me getting a head start on fulfilling my godfather duties.”

Lily let out an exasperated sigh, “Now, how did you know we were going to ask you to be the baby’s godfather?”

“Really, Lily? Who else would James ask? Wormy?”

[flowerpottlady]

Alight with Happiness Married Jily Fest

Day 1 Big Moments: Witch and Wizard, Husband and Wife

“C’mere,” he whispered, wrapping her into a deep hug, her nose buried against his chest, his chin resting atop her head. “I won’t let go until you’re ready.” He said, knowing deep in his bones it’s what she needed.

And so she stayed, maybe drawing attention from their peers as they passed - but she couldn’t find it in herself to care all that much. Hogwarts was a gossip mill, it took seven years, but Lily got over it. With her Headboy by her side.

***

Huge shout out to @mppmaraudergirl for organizing this happy event!

Read more on AO3

[practicecourts]

To celebrate James Potter's Birthday here's the last of my short stories to celebrate James & Lily, their love for each other in the big and especially in the little moments. Thanks Lauren @mppmaraudergirl for hosting the alight with happiness fest!

I've already seen and read so many wonderful creations! So I hope you'll enjoy today's wee birthday party 🎂 Read One... on ao3 (226 words) written for Alight With Happiness Jily Fest day 5: Celebrations & Victories 🎂 (also as a Moody March @jilymicrofics for day 14 Enthralled)

Read Only Human (495 words) on ao3 written for day 3: Thrice defied & 4: Our Little Family

Read The Shit Show (329 words) on ao3 written for day 2: Doe-mestic Moments & Day 4 Our Little Family

and on a lighter note read The Bigger Person (197 words) on ao3 also for day 4: Our Little Family

[nena-96]

Alight With Happiness- A Married Jily Fest

@mppmaraudergirl (I hope it’s alright that this is a bit late!)

Day 2: The little Doe-mestic Moments

James’s Man-Cold <- link to ao3 or read it here

All morning the sounds of sniffles and coughing had filled the room, a stark reminder of how her husband was currently fighting a huge battle. Yes, James Fleamont Potter, the man who captured her heart before she even knew what love actually meant, was currently bundled up on the sofa, almost in a fetal position. All due to a vicious, “Man-Cold,” it was heartbreaking really the git-oops she meant her loving husband was unable to do anything except-

“Lily….ily.”

“Yes, James?” She replied, as she walked carefully towards him. Lily tried not to spill any of the warm soup onto the floor.

“Wha- er…you doing?” James croaked, before nuzzling deeper into the blanket. Lily did her best to not roll her eyes, “I’m bringing you soup, love.” She gestured at the bowl in her hands, before placing it onto the table.

“No, you mustn’t- I’ll get you sick” James shook his head wildly, causing her to chuckle. “Oh, James,” she pressed her hand to his forehead, “I’m not going to leave you, to fight this horrid cold.” Lily spoke gently, as she moved her hand from his forehead and gave him a soft kiss on his not-so feverish skin.

Hmm, it was almost as if her loving husband concocted a plan to get out of going into town to shop for a gift for her sister, Petunia. Thinking back, James wasn’t this “sick” a couple of days ago, then again one can argue that a cold can surprise anyone, regardless if the symptoms are there. Plus, her loving husband wouldn’t do that…there was simply no evidence that shows that he’s guilty, right? Those hazel eyes that she looked into a few weeks ago when she recited her vows on their wedding day, didn’t have a single trace of lying in them. However, at this moment his eyes were a bit clouded with guilt and a hint of-

“Veally, do you mean it?” His nasally voice filled her ears, thus ripping her away from her little discovery. She pondered for a moment, taking in the sight in front of her, it wasn’t until she noticed the corners of his lips quirk up, that she realized her suspicions were indeed correct.

‘Of course, there’s no one in the world that’s more important to me than my loving and honest husband.” She answered, and pretended not to notice the way a blush was making its way to James’s cheeks. “I hate seeing you this way, I thought maybe some delicious warm soup could cheer you up, but if you feel so out of it then maybe we should take you to see a Healer?”

“No! I-erm..I pleade no.” James said,as he let out a few coughs and sniffles for added measure. Lily tried to suppress a smile, well if James ever wants to go into the world of acting, he could definitely play any role if he tried. Ah, well, maybe in another lifetime, but for now she wants to see how far he’ll go in pretending to be sick.

Minutes go by, as the silence fills the empty space between them, not even a single sniffle to be heard. Before Lily could say anything, she watches as James slips out a hand from underneath the blankets, and reaches for her. “They don’t ‘ave want I need to feel better.” He said, and gently squeezed her hand before placing it over his chest, well to be more precise over the fluffy blankets but she’ll let him have his moment.

“No ‘ealer can ‘eal me because your love is the reason I live, Mrs. Potter.”

[charmsandtealeaves]

It’s the 23rd in Aotearoa already which means it’s the first day of @mppmaraudergirl’s alight with happiness, married Jily fest.

Please accept my humble @jilymicrofics offering.

Day One - The Big Moments:

James was still half asleep as he brushed his teeth in front of the bathroom mirror. Back to back reconnaissance missions were taking their toll on his circadian rhythm. He was mid spit into the sink when Lily’s cry from the kitchen pierced the air.

“JAMES!”

He took off at a run, wand withdraw from his pocket and taking the stairs so many at a time he may as well be flying. Which he almost was as he descended just far enough and then soared over the banister, propelling himself with one arm.

Oh Merlin, he’d only left his wife a few minutes ago. Had he kissed her cheek as he got out of bed? Had he mumbled a sleepy I love you? He couldn’t remember. Had Voldemort found them, and was he too late?

Lily stood in the kitchen eyes wide and brimming with tears. James saw no sign of an assassin but still his heart was in his throat as toothpaste dribbled off his chin.

“Lily what-” She reached out desperately for him and he stepped toward her, offering his hand. “I’m right here love just tell me what’s wrong… oh.”

He felt it the second his hand connected with her belly. His heart rapidly returned to his chest once joy replaced his fear, and it gave a painful, longing squeeze. There was no questioning it. Their baby had started kicking, and it was suddenly so much more real.

“Well hello to you too,” he whispered to the bump.

As long as he lived he would never forget this first kick.

[mppmaraudergirl]

a masterlist post

(this list is in no particular order, just subject to tumblr's horrible search function. big thanks to everyone who contributed to the jily love!)

AO3 collection here

Day One - The Big Moments

Good Chaos by @flowerpottlady

Wedding day fanart by @elleest

The Wedding Day by @mppmaraudergirl

The Big Little Moments by @annabtg

Disheartened by @chierafied

Incipience by @abihastastybeans

Querencia by @thelighthousestale

Scenes from a Proposal by @tinyluminaryzombie

Proposal artwork by @constancezin

The Big Moments by @charmsandtealeaves

First dance artwork by @daiziesssart

Day Two - The Little Doe-mestic Moments

James' Man-Cold by @nena-96

Filled to the Brim by @mppmaraudergirl

Indulgence by @abihastastybeans

The Big Little Moments by @annabtg

Good Chaos by @flowerpottlady

Inadequate by @chierafied

Querencia by @thelighthousestale

joy by @myuntoldstory

Missed Spot artwork by @constancezin

Little domestic moment by @charmsandtealeaves

Her Favorite Regular by @arianatwycross

Day Three - Thrice Defied

Patronus artwork by @elleest

Insolence by @abihastastybeans

Good Chaos by @flowerpottlady

Querencia by @thelighthousestale

Overcoming Obstacles by @charmsandtealeaves

Proud by @chierafied

Thrice Defied artwork by @constancezin

to have and to hold and to fight like hell by @kay-elle-cee

Day Four - Our Little Family

Querencia by @thelighthousestale

Revolted by @chierafied

Juvenescence by @abihastastybeans

Good Chaos by @flowerpottlady

Overprotective James artwork by @constancezin

Day Five - Celebrations & Victories

Satisfied by @chierafied

Ebullience by @abihastastybeans

Querencia by @thelighthousestale

To All the Kudos I'll Leave You Next by @wearingaberetinparis

Happy 64th artwork by @constancezin

Additional fics:

Several fics/days included on this masterlist by @practicecourts

Another @wearingaberetinparis fic sequel: My Baby's Fit like a Daydream

Please consider showing some love to these lovely people by reading, commenting, and reblogging their contributions to the jily fandom!

[annabtg]

Me writing for @mppmaraudergirl 's Alight With Happiness Jily Fest:

[wearingaberetinparis]

Okay, now that I am done marking I want to write a drabble for @mppmaraudergirl’s Alight With Happiness Jily Fest.

Which one of my fics do you want me to write a short and sweet married Jily sequel for?

[abihastastybeans]

@mppmaraudergirl's Alight With Happiness Fest 2024

Day 2: The Little Doe-mestic Moments

Indulgence (383 words)

Summary: A quiet afternoon at Godric's Hollow

“I’m back,” James announced as he stepped inside the little cottage. He closed the door shut as quietly as he could, lest he wake up the sleeping baby and shuffled straight away to the kitchen, where he placed the grocery bags on the dining table. He took out a small card - a birthday invite he had received from Tilda who lived next street over - and placed it next to the bags.  “Hello, Dorky,” he greeted the cat that brushed past his legs cheerfully. Elvendork licked his lips, looking up expectantly at the bags. “After lunch,” he said and stepped over the cat, walking into the living room. The sight in front of him brought a smile to his face, filling his heart with warmth.

[chierafied]

Jily Microfic March 27: Satisfied

@jilymicrofics, 200 words. On AO3. 🦡💛 Also for @mppmaraudergirl’s Alight with happiness fest Day 5: Celebrations and Victories

They tumble into the bed, laughing. His sock is still clinging to his toes, though Lily’s busy hands are already tugging down his pants. James’ mirth turns into a soft stream of curses. He wages a fierce little war against the clasp of her bra. Finally victorious, he slides it down her arms and slings it off. The sweet satisfaction of victory fills him when he finally fills his hands with her, cupping her breasts, skin on heated skin.  

But in the next second, his satisfaction morphs into an urgent craving as her mouth latches on his neck, and the gentle scrape of her teeth only heightens the sensation. The grin Lily flashes him is wicked; the steady, feather-light trail of her fingers torturously slow.  

James throws his head back when she grips him. Her green eyes are alight with laughter.  

Remus and Sirius will bring the kids back home tomorrow. But until then, they have the whole night, just for them.  

Her teeth catch on his jaw. “Happy 30th birthday, my love,” she murmurs into the corner of his lips. “Are you ready for your present?” 

James groans and Lily leans into a hungry kiss to swallow the sound. 

[thelighthousestale]

Querencia - A sanctuary where you feel safe

The time Lily, James, and Harry spent as a family in their little house in the West Country was far too brief, but it was overfilled with love, laughter, and, above all, life.

Moments of Lily and James at Godric’s Hollow told in five parts for @mppmaraudergirl's 'Alight With Happiness Fest'.

March 23 -  Chapter 1: The House in Godric’s Hollow

March 24 - Chapter 2: A Summer in the Garden

March 25 - Chapter 3: Recovery in the Bedroom

March 26 - Chapter 4: Building A Nursery

March 27 -  Chapter 5: The Party in the Sitting Room

Preview:

Most students had long retired to their dormitories, seeking rest after a day filled with classes and magical studies. Even Sirius and the others had gone up to the dorm hours ago, but James and Lily were still sitting by the dying fire in the Gryffindor common room. The crackling of the remaining flames provided a soothing background to their whispered conversation and shared laughter.  James had begun to dread leaving Lily at night. A pang of sadness would tug at his heart as he kissed her goodnight and made his solitary way to his dormitory. The once-familiar climb of the stairs now felt unusually long and empty, devoid of the warmth that Lily surrounded herself with—his best nights of sleep lately had been the rare times when he and Lily accidentally fell asleep together on the couch in the common room, waking up as Gryffindor students made their way noisily to breakfast. Lily was nestled between James' legs as they lay on the couch, his arms wrapped around her. “Lil?” James played with a strand of her red hair between his fingers. He liked the way it seemed to glow in the light of the fire. “Yeah, James?” “What are you thinking about? For after Hogwarts?”