So much happened in the Marauders Era that was only hinted at and so here is my humble attempt to chronologically present the events of their first year. The year that Severus and James became rivals, that Remus was discovered, that Petunia said goodbye to her sister and Sirius had his first thrilling taste of unadulterated fun. As close to canon as possible.

A poem switching non alternatly between Lily and Baby Harry. Another 'the murder scene' oneshot. Thanks to Duck With No Name for help on the last line. I don't own Harry Potter. I know because last time I checked my purse, there was nothing in it.

The end for some, the beginning for others. The night when it went pear shaped for the Potters