He ran down the heart of the old midway, where the weight guessers, fortune-tellers, and dancing gypsies had once worked. He lowered his chin and held his arms out like a glider, and every few steps he would jump, the way children do, hoping running will turn to flying. It might have seemed ridiculous to anyone watching, this white-haired maintenaance worker, all alone, making like an airplane. But the running boy is inside every man, no matter how old he gets.
The scene captures a nostalgic moment as an older maintenance worker runs through a once vibrant fairground, filled with the sounds and sights of fortune-tellers and entertainers. In a playful act, he mimics the flight of a bird, embodying the innocent spirit of a child. This whimsical behavior might appear silly to onlookers, highlighting the contrast between his age and his actions.
This behavior symbolizes that regardless of age, the inner child remains alive within everyone. The yearning for freedom and joy persists, reminding us that the essence of youth can be a source of joy and vitality, transcending the limitations of adulthood. The worker's actions invite reflection on the dreams and aspirations we all carry, regardless of life's circumstances.
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