Far away in a distant land, there lies an anomaly, a miracle that seems like a mystical folklore for all earthlings who dwell away from the Arctic – The stunning and graceful northern lights, “Aurora Borealis”, for those who lean towards science and believe in greater intergalactic forces of nature.

The very word “Northern Lights” sounds mysterious and thrilling to an everyday human caught up in the hustle of a 9-to-5 stint, but witnessing such an episode of sheer magnetic forces between the Earth and the sun is as simple as experiencing the splendid dance of the vast open sky.

A dance so regal, so mighty that it overwhelms mind and soul, blinds one with complete awe. Then the realization strikes that nothing beats the true orchestration of Mother Nature when it unveils its canvas, putting on an iconic dance and light show that surpasses any Independence Day fireworks or Disney finale act at the parks. Long before the waltz, ballet, and other contemporary dances, this majestic display defined what actual rhythm, movement, and fluidity look like, a true masterpiece in every way, humbling anyone who witnesses it.

These serene, green, red, and purple hues of the sky evoke a feeling of being part of something big, yet simultaneously feeling small and insignificant in many ways, and that contradiction is beautiful.

written by Samanvi

Samanvitha Oruganti is an avid storyteller who likes narrating stories about people, emotions, and places. She believes our world has innumerable tales, some hidden, some not, but all waiting to be told. She can be reached via email at samanvita.krishna@gmail.com