Yet again I wake up from a dream in which I am flying. My mind still dwells on the satisfaction of being able to manipulate my body freely in air. I can still sense the cool air brushing through my hairs as I glide over treetops. I know what it would be like to be one of Da Vinci’s primary sketches, where man with the help of artificial wings actually flew.
I have always wanted to fly, to defy gravity. The great invention of the last century – airplanes – does not satisfy me as I am still confined within its walls of metals. It might just be traveling in a van; the only difference is the time to take a nap during the journey.
I wonder how this dream of flying developed. I wonder what Peter Pan feels when he deftly moves among clouds. Many heroic figures in fairytales have the ability to fly. Why human idealize angels with wings? Why do human pursue flying over all these centuries?
I, like my ancestors, find a clear open space with no obstacles extremely attempting. We are all born with a limited personal space in this world; rules, regulations, restrictions and pressures constantly confine us in our small niches. Many souls come to being and perish in the same room; the owners do not have the opportunities to venture beyond these boundaries. It is a great pity. Nobody wishes to be constrained, by artificial or nature barriers. The idea of having total control over my body and spaces is already incredibly enchanting, let alone the freedom and contentment I shall derive! Just imagine the views of vast landscapes I shall savor as I follow behind swallows; just imagine the joy I shall relish as I frolic with balloons that escape from children’s hands; just imagine my admiration at Gaudi’s marvelous works as I swirl around at the top of the Sagrada Familia; just imagine the precious friendships I shall make by flying around meeting different people; just imagine your astonished face as I stop at your window on thirtieth floor to say Hi. I finish with this essay and go back to my bed, knowing well that I shall have another beautiful dream of flying tonight.
【星期几天气晴我随意】I WANT TO FLY
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