Harry Potter Oneshots

A Guide to Dating the Weasley Family

description: you, the girlfriend of one mr. Ron Weasley, take it upon yourself to write a short little guide of what you have learned in the years of dating a Weasley. 

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To whom it may concern, 

So you're thinking about dating a Weasley? An interesting choice there, one I am sure you will be grateful for but nevertheless I am here to help provide very important advice. You may be wondering, what gives this random girl the proper qualifications? Well I am glad you asked. I, in fact, am dating my own Weasley. Ron and I have been together since our third year, so about three years now. If you are reading this to get advice on how to date Ron, please stop now. He's mine, I have called dibs. Now if you wanted to date one of the other 6 Weasley siblings then this is for you!

First get ready for some friendly competition, especially in the realm of Quidditch. If you don't play, well now you do. Quidditch matches at the Burrow is a family staple and you better be ready to hop on your broom! Fights will ensue, all in good fun of course, so get ready if you're on the losing team. They take this game seriously, no funny business. Seriously the first time I played with Ron and everyone I was joking a little too much and I got the silent treatment for the night. Not fun. But if you do take the game seriously and just have fun with the competition, trust me it will be an incredible experience. 

Get ready for some independence. Each child is so uniquely independent, I believe it is from having too many siblings. If they need their space, give it to them. They need it and it is nice to have a small break once in a while. You will be able to tell when they want your attention and when they would rather be alone. They would never ask, no it would be too rude to ask you to leave. But always being around siblings and then everyone at school, it takes a toll. This is nothing against you, trust me. It takes some time to get used to and it can hurt your feelings the first couple of times it happens but it will be alright. Never would they try and hurt you, they just want some space which is totally okay! Give them some space every now and then and everything will be great. 

They have such incredible and unique gifts, make sure you tell them! The confidence in their abilities is lacking while their abilities are incredible. While they will never ask you for praise, they will be silently craving it. Their reactions to your words will also be so worth it. Every time I have paid Ron a compliment, he blushes so much it matches his bright hair. So adorable and sweet and so incredibly worth it. It is also like this with each and every Weasley child. They get so flustered it is amazing. Nothing to the fault of their parents, of course. This questioning themselves comes from the constant comparison they do with their siblings. So acknowledge how incredible your partner is often because they truly are incredible. 

If you are not from a big family, it might be hard to understand their family dynamic. I, myself, do not have nearly as many siblings Ron does. But try and understand their family dynamic. Once you get the hang of it, the behavior of your partner will begin to make so much sense. Now I am not going to give a lot away here, you need to figure it out yourself. It is imperative you do it yourself, just trust me on this one. My advice is not going to be as helpful as it is Ron-centric and remember, Ron is not included on the eligible Weasley list.

Little trinkets and acts of service are the go-to when it comes to gifts. For birthdays, Christmas, or anniversaries make sure you are doing something special. Don't just buy something because you feel obligated. You could make a picnic and they will still love it. Weasley children value homemade, thoughtful things. I mean look at their mom, of course they think this way. Even if it is a little something, if there is meaning and effort in it they will love it. They will give you the sweetest, most thoughtful thing in the world. Make sure you do the same for them. 

You will also have the opportunity to be near THE Molly and Arthur Weasley. Truly, I have never met two more incredible people- wizard and muggle. They will love you as one of their own with everything they have. You will never feel like a burden or an extra body, you will be seen as a Weasley and the perfect addition to the family. It is the best feeling in the entire world. Never ever take it for granted. (Plus when you get to stay at the Burrow, you will have the best food in the entire world. Saying that is an understatement. It is truly that good.)

With everything said, if you have a chance to date a Weasley you should do it. No ifs, ands, or buts. You will have someone with undying loyalty, kindness, and a heart larger than anyone else. You will be taken care of always, your needs with always be important to them. The relationship will be full of laughs, love, and loyalty. Being with Ron has been the best years of my short life. Never have I been made to feel so special, never have I had so much fun, and never have I felt like a "second choice". All Weasley children will treat you the same way. Except some, cough Fred and George, will try and prank and torture you. All with love of course. 

Lastly, because I just feel the large desire to say this, if you break ANY (and I mean any) Weasley heart, I will find you. This family only gives out love and kindness and that is exactly what they deserve in return. Don't take advantage of this incredible nature they have. They are my favorite people in the world, particularly Molly, and I will get revenge even though they will not. Love them fully and completely and you will not be disappointed. This has been the best decision of my life, no joke. So take my advice! Date your own Weasley and experience the best relationship of your life! 

With love, 

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