Everything I need to know in life I learned from Harry Potter

This is a guest post by my sister, Laura, which she wrote for a site called Dear Mr. Potter.

I learned that it’s okay to be a smart girl.
I learned it’s okay to have bushy brown hair.

I learned that sometimes friends argue.
I learned that sometimes friends leave.
I learned that true friends always return when you need them the most.

I learned that death happens and it’s sad.

I learned that it’s okay to cry.
I learned that sometimes, if you have too many possessions, it’s okay to break a few.

I learned that you should always speak clearly when traveling by Floo.

I learned that first loves hurt.
I learned that second loves hurt.
I learned that love doesn’t always have to hurt.

I learned that magic is real (even if you don’t have a wand).

I learned that I’m a Ravenclaw.
I learned that my sister is a Gryffindor.
I learned that sometimes siblings aren’t sorted into the same House.

I learned that everyone, even Draco Malfoy, deserves redemption.

I learned that good will always triumph over evil, even when it seems hopeless.

So thank you, J. K. Rowling, for all the lessons. I will never forget.

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