I know it has been a while since I wrote anything. It’s been one of those vicious cycles where I will realize how long it’s been, but when I think about it I’m too busy to sit down and write. Then by the time I get a break in school work I have forgotten what I wanted to write about. So today I’m going to start again! And I’m going to be honest my posts will probably be short, but at least I will be writing again!
For today I’m just going to finish the post from last time. I was going to write about Harry Potter, but made the mistake of waiting for Pottermore before writing. As I’m sure many of you know that process of registering, getting in beta, and waiting for emails took much longer than I thought. It’s okay though because I got in and I got sorted into Ravenclaw!! If you know me you understand why that was so exciting. The idea of being sorted in Pottermore terrified me, because since I was little I have always considered myself a Ravenclaw. I didn’t want to realize I had been wrong about myself the whole time. Yes I’m probably too wrapped up in it, but it was important to me. None of my other friends got into the house they thought they would be in so I count myself lucky!
Other than Pottermore starting this summer I also got to go to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter for the first time. It was one of those plans we all made on a whim, but in the end 3 of us actually worked out going. It was kind of amazing! Not only was it my first trip in college, but it was also the first time I did something like that totally on my own! It was just me and two of my best friends. We were able to get a special so we got two days in the park and 3 nights at a hotel for an amazing price! Also, it was THE WIZARDING WORLD OF HARRY POTTER!! I’m not going to lied I definitely cried when we got there. Call me crazy, but I was excited to be there and excited to be on trip with just us! I know Cassaundra and Ariel thought I was crazy so you’re not alone. If I had been with my family it would have been a whole different story (they are constantly messing with me because of my HP obsession). This was just one of those trips that was so freeing! I saved up for weeks to afford it and was able to buy everything I wanted (another reason I was glad I got sort into Ravenclaw so it wasn’t a waste). I’m so glad I have these amazing friends and this amazing trip to look back on when I think of freshman year.
And of course the last movie came out. I was one of those people dressed up and at the theatre at 9. It was my last chance so I was definitely going to take advantage of it plus I had all of my stuff from WWOHP to wear! I really did enjoy the movie, especially being able to go with a big group from Campus Church and Shannon. Now I could sit here and criticize every little thing that was different, but I started separating the books and the movies long ago mainly just to maintain my sanity. I just want to talk about “then end of an era”. Now, you have to remember Pottermore came after the movie so that will be something that carries the stories on. But even with all the movies and books released I don’t feel like this is an ending.
I know that the story has finished, but for those of us that love these characters like real family it isn’t the end. Growing up these people and places were real to me. This story was the beginning of so much that makes me who I am. When I was younger I couldn’t read. I went to the special classes, but being forced to attempt to read out loud just made it worse! I hated the idea of reading, but then I picked up these books and feel in love. I am a huge reader now and I can trace that love back to Harry Potter. These books affected more than just my reading though, they helped shape me into the person I am. I learned how to be brave and stand up for my friends. I learned that it’s okay to raise your hand and stand out in class. They taught me that being different isn’t such a bad thing. And most importantly they taught me that even in the worst of times you can find the light and overcome. For those of us in the Harry Potter generation we grew up with the kids at Hogwarts. We were the ones that went on the ups and downs of growing up with the characters. By being of the generation that waited patiently on the next story we truly went through every step of childhood alongside Harry, Ron, and Hermione. They really were like our friends and will always be near to us. I’ve loved other books and series, but nothing will compare with what I got from the Harry Potter series. This is a story that I will share with my children just like my dad shared star wars with my brother and me. Who knows, maybe my husband will be just as much of a fan (even if he isn’t he will be warned). I just know that this is a legacy that I will continue in my family and just hope my kids will be able to see some of what I got out of these books!
For now: MISCHIEF MANAGED!
Current Book: The Lord of the Rings
Quote of the Day: Alison: "Oh look it's my best friend."
Kayla: "He didn't even wave, that's mean!"
Me: "Oh man we're too sleep deprived to
understand sarcasm!"
