Harry Potter and the Amazing Summer Event

In the 1977, there was an amazing event which took place in movie theatres all over the country: Star Wars, Episode IV premiered. I remember. I was there. Nothing could probably be compared to such a happening until thirty years later: the final installment of Harry Potter.



Now I do recognize that there are some people out there that just don't 'get it.' But for those of you who are true lovers of Hogwarts Tales, you will undoubtedly understand what all the hoopla was about.



With camera in hand, I headed to the nearest Border's Book Store and awaited my turn at purchasing the books [I always buy two - one for me and one for the kids at my former school] I had requested months earlier on the 'wait' list.



It was a long evening of waiting, but at the stroke of midnight, I stood in line with 100's of others, patiently knowing that soon the questions uppermost in our minds, would be answered!



It wasn't easy, but before I 'cracked' the book open, I made a conscious decision to reread the previous six books, before starting on the final episode. There are so many characters and events to remember, I knew I would enjoy the last book much more if I wasn't trying to recall lost events. I was right!



Of course I won't divulge any information, but I really liked how J.K. Rowlings ended the series. No, this is not Lord of the Rings. But as an educator for life, you have to be thrilled that someone was able to create an intricate story aimed at kids!