I am free and I feel happy

Each individual is different, the world is big and crowded. I often see two people being likened to "looks like two drops of water" when their appearance is relatively similar, this is a way of comparing and only looking at the appearance aspect. The personality that the individual shows is certainly not the same, although there are many common traits or actions. Thereby making myself often wonder "is it good to be similar". But I like to explore and develop things that are different about myself. Although it sometimes causes trouble and confusion for people. Behaving like the majority will help you integrate better in social issues. But in the end, I still come to the point that being different is fine as long as I'm happy and satisfied.

A fun example of that is a late-night bike ride when I wanted to go against the norm; When everyone goes to sleep, it's time for me to do sports. More than 10 pm I started to leave with my bike with 2 bottles of beer 😂. I chose the destination as Ban Co mountain, also known as Ong Tien peak, located on Son Tra peninsula - Da Nang at an altitude of more than 600m above sea level. Since this will be the most ideal high point to see Da Nang city at night, it has the best view to see the sea and the city when compared to other high points such as Ba Na peak or Hai Van peak. It is also important that the road to the top of the mountain is mostly illuminated by street lights, which will ensure safer when going downhill by bicycle (Hai Van pass does not have street lights and has many large trucks and containers moving around). From my house to the foot of the mountain about 12km, the street has started to be deserted from traffic and people because it is not like other big cities that don't sleep like Ho Chi Minh City and Ha Noi). The weather that day was quite good because it had eased the heat of summer when night fell and the sea breeze blew inland.

At the foot of Son Tra mountain, it was almost 11 pm, stopped for a drink, took off the helmet hanging on the bike because it was definitely very hot when climbing uphill and it was quite late, very few visitors would move down the mountain. I divided the road to the top into 2 sections: 1 slope is 6km long with an average slope of 10-13° from the foot of the mountain to the attraction of Vong Canh house, the second part from there drops the slope and crosses a small slope (10 °) and two large 18° slopes near the top of Ban Co. The first 6km ramp was quite tiring because there was no rest, and perhaps because of the usual daily routine, the muscles were not as efficient as during the day. In return, the road was very empty, it took me 45 minutes to cycle all 6km of that slope but only met 2 motorbikes going down the opposite direction. The feeling of being alone on a bike path in that quiet setting is great, being alone with the mountains and forests without meeting other people on such a beautiful sightseeing route is really rare. Looking over the mountainside to the left is the space of shimmering colors of the streets, making the motivation to reach the highest point, even more, overwhelming the muscle fatigue when climbing uphill. After climbing 6km, I took a short break at Vong Canh's house to catch my breath and enjoy the cool mountain air that is soothing my sweaty body. The feeling of contrast between the heat inside the body and the coolness outside is probably the most felt by sports players. The explosive side and the soothing side make the body feel harmony and the body's senses feel distinct.

I took a break for 1 minute and then started to drop a slope to climb to the 2nd peak and conquer the last 2 steep slopes. Along the way, sometimes there is a short section without street lights, but it is the feeling I have been waiting for. Groping in the dark night with all kinds of sounds of insects at night, the cold air on the mountain makes me feel goosebumps, my mind imagines all kinds of haunting scenarios in the movie. Circumstances cause the mind to focus more on the act of cycling, and the ears and eyes seem to stretch to see the road and listen. I could clearly feel my rapid heart rate, all of which was like a stimulant for both mind and body. And when I see the warm yellow light in the distance, I feel as relieved as returning to civilization. The last slope was long and steep, I cycled very slowly and couldn't conquer it, so I had to rest twice because my muscles ached. When I finally reached the top of Ban Co, I carried my bicycle up the steps to the viewpoint, it was already 0:17 the next day. When I picked up the bike, I saw a couple who just watched the scenery going down. They keep looking at me like I'm a strange creature because it's probably rare for them to see a scene like that😂. I thought so too because who would be crazy to ride a bike all the way up here at this late hour. There are no electric lights on the dark viewing spot, but I'm excited because it's less dazzling and private.

Welcoming me is the shimmering colors of the coastal city, choosing a rock with a view that is not blocked by trees, I look out in all directions around to feel my crazy achievement. Pop a bottle of beer and enjoy in the highest place. Once I had settled into a steady and relaxed breath, I began to take a closer look at the specific regional details, the shoreline reflecting the dim light like a band of white folds in the night, the famous bridges the colors of Da Nang is brilliant, colorful amusement parks have partially turned off the lights, 2 long straight coastlines, ... a picture worth my decision to experience. Alone with such a quiet night scene, one inevitably sinks into her own thoughts. But those will be the most realistic human emotions and thoughts. There is no need to hide or wear a mask from anyone when standing in front of the vast natural scenery. And I love it, love the colors of life like the picture itself is looking at.

After 2 bottles of beer, I could only sit for more than 30 minutes and then quickly went down, the wind started to get stronger and the cold of the night dew was seeping into my skin. And I didn't bring warm clothes so I needed to stay warm by being active. The way back was a bit easier as I only had to climb back a few short slopes, the rest was downhill. Because the road was empty, it was more secure, so I had the opportunity to enjoy the high-speed pass full of sensations with nothing more wonderful. Arriving home after 2:30 am, I took a warm bath and slept soundly for a new day full of energy.

Sometimes a little crazy, a little different from other people, but that experience is valuable because few people have it. Most importantly, I'm happy because I'm free to do what I want.

Thank for reading.