As part of West Coast Community Centre Youth Executive Committee, I went to help out at a Mid-Autumn event. Our job was simple - helping the residents to light up their lanterns. Simple as it may sound, I have really enjoyed the experience!
I love the lighting up process and of course, the lit lantern. The process could be fast, if the wind cooperates and remains obedient so that I could stabilise the candle in place and light it up. But the wind was not always so cooperative and the lighter did not always follow commands too. What I loved about the process was the sense of anticipation of the children waiting for their lanterns to be ready. They have so muc hope in their eyes which instantly grew wide and brightened up when the lanterns were ready!
Actually this reminds me of my career. Isn't the person lighting up the lantern the teacher, and the lanterns as students? The process of lighting up is not always smooth sailing and there are obstacles to be overcome along the way. The children waiting for their lanterns are like the parents who pin their hopes on their children, hoping them to shine and succeed in life.
Therefore I say, lighting up the lanterns could be fun, meaningful and satisfying! :)
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