Often times, the defining moments of our lives are completely missed when they occur. It's only days, weeks or even years later than we fully understand the impact of that instant; the instant that is forever ingrained in who we are, in our actions, in our thoughts and in our hearts.
For me, the first time I picked up Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone by the incomparable J.K. Rowling was one of those defining moments. Little did I know at the time that that literary work, originally perceived as a children's tale of magic, would become incrusted in the very foundation of my true passion. Rowling's incredible way of developing characters and creating a world, with every intricate detail planned and described perfectly, has driven me deeper into my love of writing.
Last week, the first part of the final installation of the movie franchise of the wizarding world of Harry Potter, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, was released into cinemas worldwide. As this iconic franchise comes to close, I feel sadness, but I know what I have gained from Harry and his friends can never be forget: the power of love, and the magic of literature. To that effect, the Harry Potter series will never truly end. It will constantly define me, every day of my life.
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