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A Great life

A journey of a life time

By Henrietta Published 2 years ago 3 min read

It was a dark and stormy night when 12-year-old Ava woke up in the middle of the night to the sound of a loud thunderclap overhead. She looked out her hotel room window and saw the rain falling in sheets, and the streets below were quickly becoming flooded. She watched in horror as a car struggled to make its way across a bridge, only to be swept away by the powerful current of the rapidly rising floodwaters.

As Ava's heart raced with fear, she thought back to just a few days earlier, when her family had arrived in the city for their much-anticipated holiday. They had planned a week of exploring and sight-seeing, but now it seemed like the whole trip might be ruined by the sudden and unexpected storm.

With the hotels flooded and all public transportation shut down, Ava's family was stuck. They huddled together in their hotel room, waiting for the storm to pass. As the hours passed and the rain continued to fall, Ava grew more and more anxious. She couldn't bear the thought of spending the entire holiday in their tiny hotel room, cut off from the rest of the world.

Eventually, she decided to take matters into her own hands. Against her family's objections, Ava decided to venture out into the storm to find a way to get out of the city. She knew it was risky, but the thought of being trapped in her hotel room for the rest of her holiday was too overwhelming to bear.

Dressed in her rain gear and wearing her waterproof boots, Ava set out into the rain. The streets were deserted, and the only sound was the endless sound of the rain and the thunder rumbling in the distance. She walked for what seemed like hours, with no idea where she was going or what she might find.

Finally, after what felt like an eternity, Ava stumbled across a small airport. Through the fog and rain, she could just make out the silhouette of a small aircraft on the tarmac. On impulse, she decided to try and find someone who could help her get out of the city.

To her surprise, she found a kind-looking pilot who was just finishing his pre-flight checks. When Ava explained her situation, make out the outline of a plane on the runway. Hope sparked within her as she approached the airport, praying that there might be a way to leave the city amidst the storm.

As Ava got closer, she noticed a group of people huddled together near the entrance of the airport. They were travelers just like her, stranded by the storm. Determined to find a solution, Ava approached them and shared her idea of using the plane to escape the city.

To her surprise, the group was receptive to her plan. Together, they approached the airport staff and explained their situation. Moved by their determination and the urgency of the situation, the staff agreed to help them. They quickly organized a makeshift evacuation, prioritizing the safety of everyone involved.

With the rain pouring down and the wind howling, Ava and the other travelers boarded the plane. As the engines roared to life, Ava couldn't help but feel a mixture of relief and excitement. She glanced out the window one last time, seeing the flooded streets and the city she had come to explore.

The plane took off, soaring above the storm clouds. Ava watched as the city disappeared beneath her, and a sense of accomplishment and gratitude washed over her. She had faced her fears, taken risks, and found a way to turn a seemingly ruined holiday into an unforgettable adventure.

As the plane flew towards their destination, Ava couldn't help but smile. She knew that this experience had taught her the power of resilience, bravery, and the importance of never giving up, even in the face of adversity.

And so, as the storm raged on, Ava and the other travelers embarked on a journey that would forever be etched in their memories—a journey that would remind them of the strength that lies within, and the incredible things that can happen when we dare to chase our dreams, no matter the circumstances.

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