So how come Harry Potter is bad and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is OK? Or Sleeping Beauty? Or anything containing Greek or Roman mythology? Or Beauty and the Beast? Never mind...I really don't want to know.

I just spent some time chatting with my neighbor's sons (8 and 4) about Harry Potter. The two of them just lit up with excitement. Then I told them that the inscription over the mirror of Erised could be translated...I am the most popular adult in Jackson Heights tonight. Even their mother was amazed. And Alexander now has a secret piece of information to share with his class on Literature Day tomorrow.
Please note: Alexander is a dead ringer for Harry right down to the glasses and a scar on his forehead. He is a multitalented young man who can sing, dance, recite. When Harry Potter hits Broadway (and it will) remember that I told you about Alexander.