Not disappointed in the slightest

Harry Potter was brilliant last night. Everything was pretty spot on, apart from the Ron and Hermione kiss, but other than that, it was very exact.

3D wasn't too bad, I didn't notice much but it was really interesting at some parts. I didn't see any spells shooting out at us or anything of that sort. And yes, I cried. A lot. But I won't be releasing any spoilers, so I won't talk too much about it.

If you're considering watching this film, do it by all means. I assure you, whether you've read the books or not, you will not be disappointed. Although at some points, I think the people who haven't read the books will be a bit confused.

But that's what Google is there for, isn't it?

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The end of another chapter

Half accomplished something. I've been planning to collage the cover of my scrapbook for a long time and today I finally decided to do it!

From the angle of the picture, it looks like I've finished it. I've still got the binding and back to do.

I'm pretty pleased with it to be honest. I always have an image in my head of how I want things to turn out, and it usually doesn't end up anything like what I had imagined. But this exceeds my expectations a little. Alright, alright. It's just a scrapbook and it's something worth getting emotional over - but it looks nice, and that's an accomplishment for me.

And in other news, I'm seeing Deathly Hallows Part 2 today! There will be a lot of crying and soggy tissues, and drenched popcorn tonight. It's crazy to think that 10 years has passed so quickly. 

You really don't notice the time, and I'm trying to weigh out how much things I had done wrong and right in the past decade. The thought of "a decade" makes me feel a lot older than I am.

Back to Potter; it's insane. I would like to commend JK Rowling for creating such an inspirational and intricate book series that has taught this generation some amazing life values. It's wonderful how literature can affect the way people behave, and ultimately, it can change their lives.

I do feel slightly sorry for the people who don't understand the hype - whether you like it or not, it's obvious of the influence Harry Potter has caused. It's encouraged many people to read more, stand up for their rights, and perhaps even re-evaluate their moral values.

Tonight will be fantastic, I'm sure of it! Plus, I'll be seeing it again tomorrow with my little sister. It'll certainly be a great weekend.

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A new week, and a free week at that

So whilst all my friends are away on "work experience" and I'm sat here feeling extremely pubescent, I should probably be doing something significantly contributive to the world or my future.

Now, four or five posts in, you need to learn that I am one of the biggest procrastinators you will ever meet. Before the clock strikes 12 next week for Monday, there will be very few things I would have done (apart from copious amounts of tears from Harry Potter on Friday). I think that perhaps if I spent more time creating bullet points, I might actually achieve these goals? Lets see:

• Watch Harry Potter films 2-7. I've already seen the first one. Does this mean I'm ahead? Anyway, this is in no shape or form contributive to society or my future. Next.
• Complete my personal statement for university. Oh, the joy! There is nothing worse than writing about yourself when opening a new user in the world of social networking. Surely, from those few or many words, people are supposed to judge you. In this case, it's university officials. Lots of them. Nah kidding, just four or five. But it's still daunting. I might take some time on that personal statement, it must radiate pure excellence.
• Get a head-start on sketching for my technology project. It's on "signage at festivals". I'm pretty sure I had a dream of a brilliant concept, it's a shame I can't remember it now. Tough, we can't all be Stephenie Meyer. (and I say that with all the sarcasm in the world.)
• Purchase my "summer reading list". I might post it on here later. I need to be plenty well-read for A2 English Literature next year. I'm going to try to avoid sounding cocky, and go for "slightly cocky" - I need to get an A. I will breathe frustration if I don't get an A. So that means, plenty of novels, plenty of poetry, plenty of coffee. I will be working like a steam train this summer in order to get my vocabulary at it's optimum best for A2.
• Hmm, you see, now I don't have any "huge" things to bullet point. These are just smaller tasks like contacting musicians for my music video next year (it's a project, don't worry. And yes, perhaps that is a big task). Also tasks such as apply for my provisional license and complete working on my scrapbook. I have some rather nice pictures of my scrapbook collage on my Flickr if you would like to see it...

I can't be bothered to printscreen and save it, so what I'll do is just "share" it from Flickr as a separate post. That way, you'll get a direct link to my photos. I can't say they're very good, unfortunately.

RIGHTY-OH, just realised I haven't had this morning's dose of coffee.

Toodle pip, cheerio.

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London Film and Comic Con

Yesterday was a completely new and different experience for me. I went to London's annual Film and Comic Con, which was absolutely brilliant!

I've always looked at these things from a distance, and people would always tell me about events such as these, and although comics and such haven't always been at the forefront of my life, it was genuinely something I thoroughly enjoyed. I hadn't been to Earl's Court since I was very little, and I had visited with my mother to visit my dad's fashion expo a very long time ago.

Despite how long ago it had been, I still remembered the place - very vaguely, yes. I regret not having dressed up for the occasion, although it didn't really occur to me until last minute. People were dressed up as all sorts; Darth Vader, Stormtroopers, Princess Leia, Doctor Who, Amy Pond, Spider-man, Wonder Woman, you name it! I did manage to get a picture with Darth Vader. You can't see it very well, and I'm looking terrible, but I'm glad I got a picture nonetheless!

I went with my two friends Sara and Hannah and we attended "Q&A" sessions with:

• Mark Sheppard (known for Supernatural, Doctor Who, various CSIs. Basically, he's been in everything). What a lovely and hilarious man! If he did stand-up, I'd pay to see him.
• Karen Gillian (Amy Pond from Doctor Who. She was lovely. It was her first time at a convention, and although she was a little nervous, she handled the questions brilliantly. And Karen looked so pretty, may I add!)
• Harry Potter cast: Harry Melling (Dudley Dursley) Natalia Tena (Nymphadora Tonks) Devon Murray (Seamus Finnigan) Georgina Leonidas (Katie Bell) Stanislav Ianevski (Viktor Krum) Alfie Enoch (Dean Thomas).

There were so many stands selling merchandise. I wish I had more money, but I've officially drained my pocket. Looks like I won't be going anywhere else for a while! Anyway, there's so much more I could add but it would simply make this post ridiculously long.

Hope you've had a good weekend! 

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