I Want to Propose a Toast...

(ATTN: These are NOT Harry Potter movie spoilers, so please don't worry. I'm not even really going to include any spoilers from the books. But I did want to acknowledge the ways that the wonderful characters of the magical world of Harry Potter has shaped my life and ultimately have shaped me. I've been a part of this fandom for as long as I can remember. I honestly cannot remember a time in my life without Harry Potter or something that has played such a significant role in my life. As I have stuck with Harry til the end, he has also stuck with me. I shaped him just as much as he shaped me, and through this post, I'd like to honor them. Also, sorry it's so long!)


To Mr. Vernon Dursley,
for teaching me that just because we ignore it and wished it wasn't around, it doesn't mean that magic doesn't exist. 


To Mrs. Petunia Dursley,
for teaching me to love the differences between me and my sister.


To Mr. Dudley Dursley,
for teaching me that families will always love each other, even if they don't show it.


To Mr. Rubues Hagrid,
for teaching me that love comes in many different shapes and forms. Even in the shape of a fierce little dragon!

(Via)

To Peeves,
for teaching me to laugh.


To Professor Flitwick,
for teaching me that short people do, in fact, rule.


To Professor Slughorn,
for teaching me to be on my guard at all times, but also not to be afraid.

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To Mr. Oliver Wood,
for teaching me that the golden snitch is just beyond my reach, but highly attainable.


To Miss Cho Chang,
for teaching me that moving on takes time.


To Mr. Cedric Diggory,
for teaching me what it means to be a true Hufflepuff.

(Via)

To Mr. Percy Weasley,
for teaching me that those in authority aren't always correct, but it's important to respect them anyway.


To Mr. Charlie Weasley,
for teaching me to be brave in the face of the biggest dragons.


To Mr. Bill Weasley and Mrs. Fleur Weasley,
for teaching me to love against all odds.


To Mr. Gred and Forge (I mean Fred and George) Weasley,
for teaching me that the bonds of a family stretches across all time.

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To Mr. Regulus Black,
for teaching me that it's ok to admit it when I'm wrong. 


To Mr. Remus Lupin,
for teaching me that the things I hate most about myself may be the things the strengthen me most.


To Ms. Nymphadora Tonks (Lupin),
for teaching me that even clumsy women can be fierce fighters.


To Mrs. Molly Weasley,
for teaching me that family is always the best thing to fight for.


To Mr. Arthur Weasley,
for teaching me that my odd little interests are what makes me who I am.

(Via)

To Mr. Sirius Black,
for teaching me not to judge others by the judgement of their enemies.


To Mr. Draco Malfoy,
for teaching me that fear is greater.


To Mrs. Narcissa Malfoy,
for teaching me that a mother's love is greater than any kind of fear.


To Mr. Tom Riddle,
for teaching me that there are always multiple options and the path you choose is the path that you're stuck with.

To Mr. James Potter,
for teaching me that the bonds of love and friendship can never be broken.

(Via)

To Mrs. Lily Potter,
for teaching me what true sacrifice is.


To Professor Severus Snape,
for teaching me that love is the greatest connector.


To Professor Albus Dumbledore,
for teaching me that the things I learn myself will be more important to me than the things that people tell me. And for teaching me how to learn


And finally,


To Mr. Neville Longbottom,
for teaching me that a brave heart is much more important than a strong body.


To Ms. Luna Lovegood,
for teaching me that the things that make me different are the things that make me brave.

To Ms. Ginny Weasley,
for teaching me how to transform into an awkward little girl into a beautiful, brave woman.

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To Ms. Hermione Granger,
for teaching me that it's ok to be brainy, smart girls never finish last.

(Via)

To Mr. Ronald Weasley,
for teaching me that it's ok to come back. Always.

(Via)

To Mr. Harry Potter,
for teaching me that I can conquer anything.

To Ms. JK Rowling,
for showing me that magic exists in the world. And for cultivating my love for reading. And for allowing me to grow up with these characters. And for teaching me more than any class in school ever could about life.


 To all of you, thank you for being with me til the end.


XOXO,