Do you remember how it used to be,

When the bright gleam of sunlight

Laid upon the sea?

And in the harbor, refreshed by the breeze,

You smiled at the blue skies

Relaxed and at ease?

With red wings of ships

You could sail to all extremes,

And everything around

Was mightier than it seemed.

Do you remember the sound of laughter?

And of cheerful happiness?

Can you recall the warmth of

Vivid dream-like-ness?

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Author Bio: Marta is a year two student majoring in Chinese studies. She’s passionate about languages and societies, and she treats writing as a medium to connect with others and share her own perspective of the world.