If you're a Potter-Head like me, you have to live with the sad fact that you'll never be a wizard every day. And if that wasn't enough, you also have to deal with daily inconveniences, no matter how small, that you know could be so easily remedied if you had only gotten your Hogwarts letter at 11.
1. The fact that “Accio” isn’t a thing IRL.
Lost your keys? Or left the TV remote on the other side of the room? We’ve all been there. While “Accio” just might the most useful spell in the wizarding world, it doesn’t apply to us. Sorry, friend.
2. Actually, not having magic for any little inconvenience is pretty annoying.
If only I could magic my (non-existing) glasses to repair, or "scourgify" all of those dirty dishes in the sink. *sigh*
3. Using “Lumos” and “Nox” to use your phone’s flashlight, but it truly isn’t the same thing.
In case anyone with an Android didn’t know, you can use these two spells to turn your flashlight on thanks to Google Assistant (try it and thank me later). As fun as it is, it slowly turns into a reminder that you’ll never be a real wizard.
4. Not being able to have a pet owl.
I mean, technically you could, if owls are legal pets in your state (Are they legal in any state? Asking for a friend.) But they aren’t very practical pets, as they sadly cannot be your personal mailmen.
5. Having to take Muggle transportation.
Let’s face it: we’d all enjoy our commutes way more if we could show up to work/school by broom or Flying Ford Anglia instead of a plain old car or bike. I’d even take the Knight Bus over regular public transportation.
6. Having to study boring Muggle subjects.
Don’t get me wrong, I’m very lucky to be studying what I love (as everyone should). However, if I was given the chance to learn Charms and Defense Against the Dark Arts, well, peace out college.
And finally,
7. Trying to get to Platform 9 3/4 and getting a nice black-eye in the process.
Yeah … I shouldn’t have to tell anyone not to try this … but don’t. You’ll just look silly and probably get super hurt.If anyone out there understands why I kept this listicle to seven items: You're awesome and never stop geeking out to Harry Potter!