User blog comment:JoePlay/Wizarding World Giveaway/@comment-4151614-20110718150021

Harry Potter has been a part of my childhood for as long as I can remember. I began reading it not long after the first book or two came out and thought it would be something fun to read. Little did I know how engrossed I would become in the series. I'm lucky to have a couple of friends who are as into it as I am and we love discussing different aspects of the books and films. Harry and his friends have been a source of inspiration to me. They are great examples of never giving up and fighting for what you truly believe in. I know that sounds corny but it's true. I have a sort of emotional connection to Harry as well. I feel as I have read all the books and seen all the movies that I have gone through all kinds of emotions with him, from happy moments like meeting Hermione and Ron and meeting Sirius for the first time to sad moments like hearing about the fate of his parents at the hands of Voldemort and the death of dear friends like Cedric and Dobby. Some people say they can connect to a certain character because their characteristics are similar to those that they posses. Luna Lovegood is similar to myself because she's an odd and unique individual who is sometimes in her own little world. She is non-judgmental, doesn’t care that some of the students make fun of her and is a good friend to Harry. I’m sad to see it all end but I know the books and movies will always be around for fans to relive Harry’s trials and triumphs. Thank you JK Rowling, for an amazing ten years. Harry will always have a place in my heart. :)