“A bucket list? Why would someone even need that?” you might question.
The human mind is a complex yet confusing aspect of all the creations of the universe. The perpetual debate in society whether heart or mind should overrule each other shadows over the simple moments of the present as well as the enigmatic dreams of the future hidden in the corners of everyone’s mind. In the expeditious hustle and bustle of life, having a bucket list can be one’s escape from reality yet give a purpose to the remainder of one’s life goals.
A bucket list greatly varies from one to another as it can be very personal depending on their passions interests and life goals. Sharing something personal can be both challenging and rewarding at the same time.
Sharing personal thoughts and aspirations requires being vulnerable and opening up about one’s feelings and experiences while exposing your inner self despite the fear of judgement. Yet the positive outcomes, along with the emotional impacts of validating your own dreams and desires, pursue personal growth and self-discovery.
Hence, envisioning a supportive and comforting environment towards fostering deeper connections with empathy and trust as well as cheering each other towards a promising future, the Editors team of the Rotaract Club of Faculty of Science, University of Colombo, brought light upon ‘Colours of Bliss’, the ultimate quest of chasing dreams.
The first week of Colours of Bliss unfurled with Rtr. Amashi Uthpala portraying the enigma of believing in yourself to overcome the emotions of fear and judgement and exploring the thrill and excitement of skydiving with To Fall Under Gravity, an adventure to the book of memories.
“As humans, we are the beings of the highest intellect, but it is indeed interesting to witness how many restrictions we put on ourselves, ultimately remaining stagnant or blending with the conventions when in reality we can be so much more than what we constrain ourselves to be.”
Next, Rtr. Vihanga Nawarathna presented us with the aide-memoire that a dream can be the sense of anticipation needed to create simple yet memorable moments of comfort that will become the echoes of lasting memories to be cherished throughout a lifetime. අයිස්ක්රීම් + වැස්ස embarked on the lasting impression of the taste of freedom prioritizing yourself against societal norms.
“වැට කඩොලු බාධා මැද්දේ ජීවිතය විඳින්න… ඔබ ඔබම වන්න…”
Through the graceful lyrical anthology of Sky Lanterns, Rtr. Mokshana Alahakoon vividly illustrated the wonder and awe of an indigo sky illuminated by the light of hope and joy from thousands of sky lanterns. There is no doubt that it soothed the nostalgia and fondness of all of us readers while connecting us to a sense of the past when we watched ‘Tangled’ years ago for the first time.
A bucket list is always an idyll for the goals and dreams of adventure and exploration while always creating chances to push us out of our comfort zones and discover hidden dreams to engage in thrilling adventures. In this case, Rtr. Manandhi De Silva Jayasinghe invited us along her journey of aspiration to explore Mount Everest along with the euphoric admiration for Mother Nature.
“Reflects the joy where there’s love is showing Splendor in sight with fragrance and beauty I travel a thousand miles away, To see it’s mystic virgin beauty Sun is rising and rainbow is golden I feel I am lost and my heart is stolen!”
Colours of Bliss was then distinguished with a whimsical අමුතු ගමනක් with a hint of wonder adorning the journey of a space eclipse. With an astounding array of emotions, Rtr. Methmi Minsadi festooned the sense of exploration to a whole new level with a range of exhilarating experiences of imagination while encouraging everyone to embrace the spontaneity of breaking away from the familiar constraints of exploring.
The immortal marvel of the beauty that lies among the Egyptian sand withholding infinite secrets in the countless hidden chambers is indeed quite a mystery to all the inquisitive minds. Emphasizing the mystique of this awe-inspiring creation, Rtr. Januthi Guruge penned the power and divinity of pyramids along with the rhymes of By the Pyramids.
“Hiding secrets and stories untold, Golden brown by the sparkling blue Nile, Grand tombs of the kings of old, Oh, to uncover the secrets they hold!”
A ride along the canals of Venice will be the moment of significance for someone to enjoy the serenity of the picturesque landscapes and vibrant city as they pass-through. Just One Ride by Rtr. Isuri Senevirathna marvels on the nostalgia of the intimacy and connection between the gondolier coupled with the gentle sway and gliding of water reflecting the soft light of the surroundings leaving a long-lasting impression for a cherished memory.
Traversing through the unknown with berated breath marveling on unknown odysseys of time where time shifts as sand would be a dream of any soul that desires freedom. Rtr. Dilakshan Vijenthirakumar carried us through தீண்டாத தொலைவுகள் to feel the taste of new breezes where colourful sunsets set pace to the destined spirits of land. Without a doubt, travelling through the whispers of unknown bustling cities where adventure awaits will be the best inordinate experience of all time.
From embracing a wind that rustles through to exploring limits beyond can be the most memorable to someone. Let it be a grandiose or a modest dream intertwined in your mind one day to accomplish, we wish it would give you the chance to leave your footprints in a life-changing tapestry where awe and wonder greet the warmth of your heart as the collection of ‘Colours of Bliss’ greets an end.
By Rtr. Isuri Senevirathna
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