Top 10: What is one thing that is exciting as a kid but becomes boring as you get older?
- From pillow forts to cartoons, these are the things students have outgrown
- This week’s question: What is the weirdest favour you have been asked to do?
What is one thing that is exciting as a kid but becomes boring as you get older? Photo: Shutterstock This week’s question: What is the weirdest favour you have been asked to do?
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Hazel Huew Sum-yiu, 13, Christian Alliance SC Chan Memorial College: When I was little, I used to enjoy having birthday parties. I would be excited when I received presents and blessings from others. I also liked playing games with my friends and taking photos with them. I felt I was a superstar. However, I don’t feel the same way now. Maybe it is because I just want a simple celebration, like eating dinner and enjoying birthday cake with my family. I used to love receiving gifts. But I don’t need gifts any more; I just need my friends to remember to say “Happy Birthday” to me.
Kayley Lau On-ting, 11, Holy Angels Canossian School: When I was younger, typing on the keyboard was an exciting activity. Every time my mum finished working on the computer, I would type random words on it. I enjoyed hearing the sounds of the keyboard and felt like an adult working on the computer. It was a fascinating experience for me as a child. However, now I use the computer so often for online homework or playing games, so it is nothing novel for me now.
Hylia Chan, 11, St Paul’s Co-educational College Primary School: Going on imaginary adventures with my sister. When I was four or five years old, I led my sister on an “adventure” around the house. We would pretend to conquer monsters and cross treacherous waters. Now, I feel a bit silly doing these activities. I think I am too old for these make-believe games. Additionally, with a rational mind, I struggle to think of such absurd yet inventive exploration ideas. However childish these ideas may be, I still think it is an excellent way to cultivate your creativity and spend quality time with your sibling in the enchanted world of your mind.
Lily Luo Uen-yi, 15, TWGHs Li Ka Shing College: I used to love observing plants. Plants were mysterious, unbelievable, and fascinating to me as a child. I would spend hours sitting beside a potted plant, observing the leaf patterns and the gorgeous flowers. As I grew up, my passion for plants faded. I no longer find them appealing, but my curiosity for plants drove me to investigate other aspects of the natural world, like insects and animals. This eventually led me to biology, the subject I am falling in love with.
What is one interesting thing you have learned outside of school?
Elina Lee Ting-wai, 15, Pui Kiu College: I used to like building a fort on my bed using pillows and blankets. My sister and I loved to pretend there was a hoard of enemies wanting to kidnap our soft toys. To defend our princes and princesses, we would spend the afternoon trying to build “walls” from pillows and use blankets as “concrete” to form a castle. As we grow up, our imaginations seem childish, and we can’t seem to truly enjoy the carefree time together. The activity lost its appeal and became a boring event. However, I will never forget the happy memories.
Cho Yee-lam, 13, Ho Yu College and Primary School (Sponsored by Sik Sik Yuen): As a child, I loved playing with toy cars. Zooming those tiny vehicles around the room, creating imaginary race tracks, and making engine noises were pure joy. However, as I grew older, the thrill faded away. My interests shifted towards more complex activities, leaving behind the simplicity of playing with toy cars. Nonetheless, the memories of all those carefree moments remain something to cherish for the rest of my life.
Joyann Fong Hei-chun, 15, Leung Shek Chee College: Watching cartoons was one of the most thrilling things I did when I was younger. It brought me so much entertainment and joy. The colourful animation and creative stories always caught my attention. The characters were quirky and lovable, making me feel part of their world. Their amusing antics never failed to make me laugh. But as I get older, cartoons don’t seem as attractive as they used to be. The stories feel repetitive and boring, and the humour isn’t as funny.
Kathy Chan Hei-man, 15, King Ling College: I used to like playing with Barbie dolls and having them work various careers, such as teacher, doctor, and athlete. I also enjoyed role-playing with friends as it encouraged me to imagine myself in these roles, create my own Barbie doll stories, and inspire my goals and dreams. However, boredom set in with Barbies, and I changed my interests and priorities. I now find online platforms more diverse and enjoyable than playing with dolls.
Kelly Chow Ching-Laam, 14, Po Leung Kuk Tang Yuk Tien College: When I was little, I liked wandering about in the rain. I could wear my favourite raincoat and colourful rain boots. I would also bring my transparent umbrella to see the rain. I always thought I looked like a beautiful and innocent princess with this setup. However, rain is just normal now. When it rains, I still have to go to school or somewhere else outdoors.
Khaki Yan Ka-kiu, 16, Shun Tak Fraternal Association Leung Kau Kui College: I used to be so excited about playing Minecraft with my friends and exploring this world. Taking care of our dogs, mining diamonds, and building beautiful houses; everything used to be so exciting. But as we grow up, it only leaves me feeling nostalgic.