Name of Fangirl: Kristy
Fangirl’s Occupation: Just graduated with her B.A. in Graphic Design, and currently on the job hunt!
What is her Fangirl interest?
This fangirl has many interests! But her two main obsessions… I mean, interests, would be Harry Potter and Star Wars. Other passions included Jurassic Park, Star Trek, Lord of the Rings, Doctor Who, Golden Compass, Disney, Hunger Games, Maze Runner, participating in renaissance faires, both the DC and Marvel Universes and much much more.
Why did you decide to shine the spotlight on this Fangirl?
Because She has had a hard time being proud of who she is. Throughout her life she was emotionally and physically bullied to the point where gaining recognition for her hobbies and loves, has been hard for her. In middle school I would say that the Harry Potter books and eventually the Harry Potter community, saved her life multiple times. Last year she cosplayed as Merida from Pixar’s Brave, and she got to interact with dozens of children at a specific Southern California convention. At the end of the day she was in tears because she had never felt so accepted.
What is her favorite quote or personal motto?
Her Favorite Quote is From Albus Dumbledore in the Harry Potter series: “It is our choices… that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities.”
What is her favorite Fangirl item that she cannot live without?
That is a tough one. I think it would be a three-way tie with her original Star Wars purse, her Harry Potter ravenclaw scarf, and her wand (which she keeps in her car along with a broom and cleats because as she says: “Quidditch can break out at any time.”