As mentioned in the previous post, my all time favourite wish was to go on a world tour. I think its a very common wish made by everyone. Thus, when I was in Finland, I got a chance to visit some of the other European countries too. They include Estonia, France, Switzerland, Russia and Denmark. I never thought that I will be able to go abroad and visit these places. It was like a dream come true. The visit to Estonia and Russia was by cruise and the others by flight. Eventhough it was a little expensive, my scholarship substituted my expenses. So, I could not save much, although I saved a little.
Monday, November 21, 2011
My first flight
My greatest wish ever was to go on a world trip. I used to think that wish might remain a dream. Since my home is near to Kochi International Airport, I always see aeroplanes flying above my house, every now and then. One day, during my Master's I was standing in the balcony of my home with my Mom and a plane just flew by. I told her that very moment, "When will I have my first flight Amma ? ". And she replied, "Soon baby, very soon". And her words were so true. I got a scholarship to do the second year of my Master's in Finland. For the same I needed visa and it was the Finnish embassy was only there in Delhi, which was around 3000kms from my place. I had no other choice but fly. Otherwise in train it'll take more than 2 days. My aunt (a family friend of ours) was there in Noida. She assured my parents that she'll take care of me once I'm there and she booked the flight ticket with Spicejet, for me. My parents were worried a bit as it was my first flight. But then they came to the airport with me to see me off.
I was really excited to fly. I have heard that taking off and landing are the only things to worry, if there is anything to be worried about. Not like its dangerous but still from the viewpoint of an amateur, just needs to be careful. But I was always carried away by the very exciting and thrilling rides in the amusement parks. So, I saw this also with the same spirit. As the plane took off, with the increasing height, the city was shining with the twinkling, lighted up buildings, as if colourful stars fell from the sky. I flew up and up and up. It was in the evening and when the pilot switched off the seat belt sign, we were at the top, at the normal maximum altitude. I could see the moon and the stars. I was so amazed to see the beautiful dark sky with the shining stars. And I felt as if the moon and me were at the same height from the ground. It seemed like if I get out of the plane at that very moment, I could go and hug the moon. I felt it so wonderful. It was my first and best flight ever. I was taking pictures with my phone every now and then and the people who were seeing me would definitely would have understood that it was my very first flight. I landed in Delhi and my Aunt, Uncle and their son, were waiting for me. They used to stay in Noida which was around one hour by car. We reached their home, had some food and slept. I was telling my parents, when they called and my aunt, very excitedly about my first flying experience. That night I was lying on the bed and was again thinking about the moon, slowly slipping into sleep.
I was really excited to fly. I have heard that taking off and landing are the only things to worry, if there is anything to be worried about. Not like its dangerous but still from the viewpoint of an amateur, just needs to be careful. But I was always carried away by the very exciting and thrilling rides in the amusement parks. So, I saw this also with the same spirit. As the plane took off, with the increasing height, the city was shining with the twinkling, lighted up buildings, as if colourful stars fell from the sky. I flew up and up and up. It was in the evening and when the pilot switched off the seat belt sign, we were at the top, at the normal maximum altitude. I could see the moon and the stars. I was so amazed to see the beautiful dark sky with the shining stars. And I felt as if the moon and me were at the same height from the ground. It seemed like if I get out of the plane at that very moment, I could go and hug the moon. I felt it so wonderful. It was my first and best flight ever. I was taking pictures with my phone every now and then and the people who were seeing me would definitely would have understood that it was my very first flight. I landed in Delhi and my Aunt, Uncle and their son, were waiting for me. They used to stay in Noida which was around one hour by car. We reached their home, had some food and slept. I was telling my parents, when they called and my aunt, very excitedly about my first flying experience. That night I was lying on the bed and was again thinking about the moon, slowly slipping into sleep.
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