"Of course it is happening inside your head, Harry, but why on Earth should that mean it’s not real" - Albus Dumbledore. Nearly two decades ago, the veil hiding the magical world was lifted for millions of readers. Alongside Harry, Hermione, Ron, and countless fellow witches and wizards, many of us embarked on a journey that followed us from childhood into adulthood. For me, Harry Potter was more than a series of books. It sparked a love of adventure, curiosity, and the belie

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Okay, so it is not just another con. It is Wandering Whistler's first con! Wes and I are so excited. Effing-Con is 10am to 8pm and will be held at the Village Square Mall in Effingham, IL. During this time we will be running a few events and giving away door prizes. Wandering Whistler Event Schedule Free to play games all day 10:00 AM- 6pm Harry Potter House Challenge 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Trivia Tournament The first event will be a house challenge. You can see what houses we re

Fall season is almost here! For our family, it means lots of hikes and as many camping trips as we can fit into our schedule. We love the outdoors so much, we actually went camping for our four year anniversary. However, vacations don't always go as planned. When we arrived at the site, there was no cell service. It's probably the longest that I have gone without texting my sister. The other surprise was around running water. It was only accessible through a well. Unexpectedl