31. read all the harry potter books

when i was in college, i had a wonderful sponsor family that provided a home away from home.  the kids loved reading and that made this english lit major's heart so very happy.  when the oldest started reading a new series about a boy wizard named harry potter, their mom recommended i check it out.  she had been an english major in college too and i valued her opinion.

i was blown away!  j.k. rowling was an amazing writer.  she created fascinating characters in an awesome world and i couldn't wait for each book to be released over the years.  it's crazy to think it's been 13 years since the first book made its debut.  who would have guessed it would evolve into a book that's been translated into 67 languages, an incredibly successful movie franchise, and even a ride at universal studios?!

i am actually re-reading the series right now; i was watching each movie directly after reading to do a little comparison between the original story and the screenplay.  it's a series i can see myself reading and watching again and again and i look forward to when i can share it with Saraya.