It's always interesting to see which pop culture phenomenons writers think will stick around. (Unfortunately I think HP will linger for a long time yet.)

It is, but I always find it extremely grating, and wish they would avoid it altogether. Same goes for references to current technology or social media, unless the author is deliberately trying to write a historical novel.

I do like where we live, although it feels like far too small a town for me most of the time. I do my best with it, though.