On the Days She Flew Away

Once upon a time in a bustling city, there lived a pigeon named Stars. Stars was unlike any other pigeon; she had golden feathers and wide wings that sparkled in the sunlight. One day, while exploring the city, Stars flew into a quiet park. There, she met a calm and kind woman named Helmina, who was sitting on a bench and lost in thought, pondering questions like, "What if I flew away once? Do people miss me? Do they remember me?" Helmina noticed Stars and was amazed by her graceful flight around the park.

From the moment Helmina saw Stars, she began visiting the park every day, always bringing a treat for her new friend. As the days went by, a special bond formed between them. Stars would perch on Helmina's shoulder, listening to her stories about faraway places she had visited and the adventures she imagined in her own storybook. Helmina loved sharing her dreams and experiences with Stars. They became the best of friends, enjoying each other's company.

One morning, Stars felt a strange urge to fly far and wide. She looked at Helmina with her bright eyes, trying to express her desire to explore. Slowly, Stars began to distance herself from Helmina. She rarely flew around the park anymore because she started to visit the places described in Helmina's book. Stars was amazed at how beautiful Helmina's world was, and it brought her great happiness. Without knowing, Helmina always waits for Stars to come every single day. As Helmina walked through a different part of the park, she spotted Stars, who was exploring happily. In that moment, Helmina understood what she had to do. With a heavy heart, she whispered, "Go, my dear friend, and explore the world that I once dreamed of." Stars flapped her golden wings and took off into the sky. Helmina watched her disappear into the clouds, hoping for her safe return and eager to hear the stories of the places she visited and the people she met during her journey.

Weeks, months, and years went by, and Helmina often thought of Stars, hoping she was safe. One sunny September afternoon, while sitting on her usual bench, Helmina heard a familiar fluttering sound. To her delight, Stars had returned, her wings shimmering more brightly than ever. Now, Helmina understood why Stars had chosen to fly away and experience the world outside. Stars brought stories of her adventures, sharing them with Helmina. Together, they planned new journeys, knowing their friendship would last forever. In Helmina's mind, she thought, One day, as brave as Stars, I will fly away and try new things in life without regret at all.