User blog comment:JoePlay/Wizarding World Giveaway/@comment-4140724-20110712205426

Even though I was too young to be a Harry Potter fan when the books first arrived, I am extremely glad that I am a part of this fandom today. Harry Potter has taught me so many important lessons about love, family, friends, bravery, and individuality. It has, most importantly, taught me the invaluable lesson of doing what is right, even if it is not easy. The characters and their stories and words are with me every day, helping me make the right decisions and be strong. They influence my creativity as a writer and an artist as well. While I know that I can't honestly say that I'm the world's biggest Harry Potter fan, I know for certain that my life would not be the same if J.K. Rowling had not created this magnificent story all those years ago. And even though it's the end of an era with the final movie coming out, I firmly believe that Harry Potter will live forever and will continue to influence the lives of millions. As long as we, the fans, still believe in Hogwarts and all of it's magic, it will always be there for us, to welcome us home.