It Is Our Choices

For many Potterheads, having a coffee mug that depicts their love for the HP series is unmissable. Inspired by the books, this quote is a fun and stylish way to showcase not just your love for the series, but also for coffee – which for many of us, is another essential everyday product.

Albus Dumbledore, himself, makes pivotal decisions that may have inspired this quote–his choice not to pursue the Deathly Hallows with Grindelwald, his choice to defeat Grindelwald in battle, his choice not to become Minister for Magic, and his choices regarding when and how much information to disclose to Harry about his fated battle with Voldemort.  He gives Harry his father’s Invisibility Cloak, during Harry’s first year at Hogwarts, but does not ever breathe a word to Harry about the existence of the three Deathly Hallows that could make one the Master of Death.  Instead, he believes that Harry will not interested in wielding such absolute power but also trusts him to choose whether to pursue the Hallows or the Horcruxes. These different abilities or circumstances to make an ethical or unethical choice greatly shapes the arc of their lives and the judgment of their characters. When Dumbledore speaks to Harry regarding his concerns about his similarities to Tom Riddle, he shows a fervent trust in Harry’s character and judgment.

While on this occasion Dumbledore is referring specifically to Harry’s choice to be a Gryffindor instead of a Slytherin, which differentiates him from young Tom Riddle, he also understands from his vast life experiences that people are full of surprises, both good and bad. Because sentient beings have free will, the circumstances of one’s birth do not necessarily predetermine the course of one’s life.

This ceramic mug has the above quote depicted in a beautiful manner. It makes for an amazing addition to your collection – also if you have a friend who loves Harry Potter, this makes for a memorable gift as well.  Pair the mug with our incredible range of coasters, that you can check out here.