The Joy and Satisfaction of Building Legos!
The Joy and Satisfaction of Building Legos!
Childhood Memories and Toy Envy
As a child, I used to look at my cousin’s house enviously filled with all kinds of toys. I’d ask, "Can I borrow one to play with?" only to receive a firm answer: "No." While I felt a bit upset, it never turned into resentment. Maybe I wasn’t really love toys as a kid? Or perhaps my family couldn’t afford them? In any case, my childhood memories aren’t particularly vivid—but that chapter is closed now!
Rediscovering Legos as an Adult
When I grew up, I’d wander alone through stores and see Lego sets, thinking to myself, "Aren’t I too old for this toys? Isn’t this embarrassing?" My answer was clear: "I don’t live in the world others expect me to." So, I spent 50 USD to buy the little toy shown in the picture. Though I never opened it to assemble at first, the box contained six large bags and a colorful instruction manual.
Building the Lego Set Step by Step
I worked methodically—finishing one bag before opening the next, pouring the pieces into a yellow tray. Maybe because of my job habits, I’d always check the bags to ensure no tiny parts were left behind. The box claimed there were over 3,000 pieces, and I estimated it’d take ages. But I wasn’t discouraged—I’d already bought it, so I had to try!
Gaining Confidence Through the First Flowerpot
Once I started, building the first small flowerpot gave me confidence. It wasn’t as hard as I’d feared—just required patience with the tiny pieces. I even used tweezers to help. I was impressed by Lego’s quality: even the smallest parts held their shape under pressure, and every connection clicked smoothly.
Almost Facing Disaster, But Overcoming It
By the fifth bag, the steps felt repetitive, and I finished quickly. When I neared the final flowerpot, I almost panicked—the last few pieces wouldn’t fit! Checking the instructions, I realized I’d missed a piece earlier. Thankfully, I fixed it without disaster.
Sense of Accomplishment and Pride
Now displayed on my desk, the finished set fills me with pride—a tremendous sense of accomplishment! Haha.
