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A Night on the Town

By Anonymous
Mary-Claire McIntyre 

A group of seniors battled their way through Chinese New Year traffic to enjoy one of Penang's many wonders, Georgetown's CNY festivities.
            With minds full of thoughts of lanterns and moon cakes, a joyful bunch began their journey into Georgetown. They were met with a throng of locals and tourists hoping for the same cultural experience. However, the memories the students will hold most dear are not those of the fireworks or loud music but the moments in-between, joking around and enjoying each other's company.
            The daunting sacrifice of volunteering to drive a van full of teenagers through Chinese New Year traffic can only be taken on by the bravest souls. Fortunately, Eddy Ruble, father of Kaela Ruble (12), was willing to attempt the feat.
            After conquering the traffic, the seniors faced another problem - finding an open restaurant. Most of the favorite cafes such as Mugshot were closed for the CNY celebrations. This of course inspired the kids to search a little farther into Georgetown's foodie scene. They came across a small cafe. The walls of the cafe were littered with notes from previous visitors from all corners of the earth. Many ranted about the excellence of the local food served there. 
            With plenty of time remaining before curfew, the group headed towards the marquis. They walked through the jungle of streets. Previously plain roads had become lovely alleys in the soft glow of the red and pink lanterns. Bursts of color occasionally shot into the sky as the night grew on.
            The marquis was decorated with miniature paper hot air balloons and gigantic glowing monkey statues. The seniors joined the mass of people waving glow in the dark sticks in the air.

            As midnight approached, the group hailed a taxi and began the journey home. The activity of the evening left them all sleepy but content. As they lazily observed their fellow commuters from behind the taxi windows, Katiera Cox (12) said, "Wow! What night. I'm so glad we got to experience this side of Penang."


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