It was a special night, one of those that are engraved in the memory like shooting stars. Me and my friends, after such a long time without meeting, decided to venture to the lake that was hidden near the city. It was not just any lake; it was our secret refuge, a corner where time stood still and worries faded away.
The reason for our nocturnal escapade was a comet. Not just any comet, but one that only visited the Earth every 50,000 years. Its last appearance had been in time immemorial, when dinosaurs still walked the face of the planet. Now, in our brief existence, we would have the opportunity to witness its cosmic dance.
We carried with us a basket full of preparations: a fresh fruit salad, bubbly sodas and ham and cheese sandwiches. In addition, a small music player played soft melodies to create a pleasant atmosphere. Laughter and anecdotes from our teenage years filled the air as we sat on the lakeshore, looking up at the starry sky.
The stories flowed like the waters of the lake. We recalled school pranks, first loves and adventures that made us feel invincible. Every laugh was a tribute to those moments, and the air seemed to vibrate with the energy of our friendship.
But time does not stand still, not even for comets. When we looked at the clock, we realized that the passage of the cosmic visitor had already occurred. The sky began to clear, and the comet vanished into the vastness of space. For us, ephemeral beings, that celestial dance would only be a memory.
However, the only redeemable part of that night was not the comet itself, but the company of my friends. Friends whom I deeply appreciate and whom I had not seen for years. Their laughter, their hugs and their stories were engraved in my heart. I knew those memories would stay with me for years to come, even beyond this life.
So, from the depths of my being, I thanked the comet. For, though fleeting, its visit reminded us of the beauty of friendship and the magic of moments shared under the starry sky. And as we walked away from the lake, with the wind caressing our cheeks, its light continued to shine in our hearts like a lone star in the immensity of the cosmos.
