Airplane Monologue
"I opened myself to the gentle indifference of the world. Finding it so much like myself–so like a brother, really." Camus' words came to me as I stepped out the airplane and into the sky. It was on an unplanned July day that my two best friends, Fiona and Matthew had decided to take me skydiving for the first time. As I stepped onto the plane, Fiona gave me a smile. I was then left to myself. I felt droplets of sweat drip down the side of my face, but I disregarded it, in hopes that it was due to the density of the suit, unsuited for a hot summer day such as this. When I walked to my seat and tried to settle myself, however, I realized the main problem wasn't the suit. Soon, the engine roared, giving life to the airplane, and the ground started fleeing. From the side windows I could see the outside landscape moving faster and faster, and finally, disappearing. Butterflies started fluttering in my stomach, giving me a sense of nervousness different from anything I've ever experienced before. I realized then that this experience was more than a daring step into the uncharted... Sixteen–hundred ft. glanced at the altimeter ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ...The others sitting around were making small talks. Each of them appeared calm, yet I could feel they were tense. The slightly exaggerated titters, and uncertainty in their eyes gave them away. I suppose it was the same with me, only that I hid my agitation with reticence. Shortly, my consciousness faded and I delved deep into my mind, looking back at the back days, months, and years, looking for any hints or events that may have led me here. I realized soon there was not a single coherent or convincing explanation for this. Everything was as if I was guided by a greater force than life itself, a force more primal and more ancient than reason or human aptitude. All of a sudden, it seemed so awry. So
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