If someone were to ask me, "What do you cherish most?" I would answer without hesitation: "The past, the present, and the future."
The word "past" is both sorrowful and deeply nostalgic. To this day, I clearly remember a day in the past when we parted ways, forever separated by distance. At that moment of farewell, I shed tears but was powerless to change the outcome; that sadness remains moving. Similarly, I remember a day when we reunited, and from then on, every day was filled with joy. We deepened our bond through mutual appreciation, our faces always bearing gentle smiles as we chatted and laughed; that beauty is something to be cherished.
The word "present" is full of vitality yet carries a hint of decadence. We, in the prime of our youth, are at the age when we most want to strive hard, make a big difference, and live freely, with each day overflowing with youthful energy. However, youth also comes with impulsiveness and confusion. After venting our emotions, we often feel drained, as if our "battery is low," reluctant to take steady steps forward and always fantasizing about becoming famous overnight. This youthful naivety makes the days seem somewhat decadent.
The word "future" is both inspiring and turbulent. In our fantasies, the future is always bright and smooth, free of obstacles—a life to be desired; if we focus our hearts, perhaps it can be realized. In reality, however, the future holds many "turbulences." When these disruptions occur, life is thrown into chaos, leaving us at a loss; such a life is irritating. But if we cherish every moment, perhaps these unexpected events will never happen.