The world was so unbearably pretty, and it continued being so all the way down the mountain to school. I felt slightly high because of the beauty, and the inside of my head tickled. I wondered if this is how artists go through life, with all of its sensations tickling their craniums like a peacock feather..

Summary

This quote describes the overwhelming beauty and sensation of the world, specifically on a journey to school down a mountain. The speaker feels a sense of euphoria, almost as though under the influence of a drug, as they are mesmerized by the stunning surroundings. The reference to artists suggests that they might experience life with heightened sensitivity, as if having their thoughts and emotions constantly stimulated by the beauty in the world, much like a tickling sensation caused by the gentle touch of a peacock feather.

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