Were you one of the thousands of kids and adults queuing up in line all over the Chicago area at 12:01 AM Saturday to get your copy of ‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows,’ the last book in J.K. Rowling’s series? Did you stay up late reading the book? The reviews so far are very positive. Here’s a review from the Associated Press. It has spoilers so beware! Here’s another review from England, Harry’s home.
Concerns about children’s reactions to the deaths in the just released book, have prompted telephone counseling services in England to add personnel to handle an anticipated increase in calls from grieving fans.
i have just finished a part of my life.
the final installment of the harry potter series touched me deeply, for as many of you know, i have been a fan for many years.
it made me feel more for these characters than i have for some people in my life.
i suppose it could be because they are always honest with me and never judge, but the fact remains that it is finally over.
i find it hard to express how much i will miss them and how much they have taught me about myself and the true quality of human character.
and to anyone who feels that harry is teaching kids sorcery and evil ideas, i say to them, harry potter has more courage, love and understanding than you could ever comprehend.
he is a true rolemodel for kids and is teaching them things that are necessary for an honest and worthwhile life.
love, peace, tolerance, honor, courage, sacrifice, happiness, and most importantly... belief in yourself.
these are things kids need to understand are the foundation of a happy life.
not money or possessions or status.
and where many parents, teachers, and men of the cloth have failed, harry potter has picked up their pieces.
thank you for what you've taught me and thank you for the countless minds that have been enriched by your tales.
gratias ago vos amicus