<p class="ql-block">2月4日。我们一行四人(我们夫妇,蓝军和秦东生)来到了Monterey Park(加州蒙特利公园)。</p><p class="ql-block">这是一个离我们住的地方约有3200 公里之遥的地方。但却不是陌生的地方。从小学同学,中学同学到高中同学,都曾在那里聚过会。我记得一小学同学还告诉过我蒙特利公园曾有小台北之称。亚裔人口超过三分之二。其中华裔占绝大部分。目前的市长是台湾移民,其中的市议员大部分为华裔。</p><p class="ql-block"><br></p><p class="ql-block">然而,就在春节这一天,我简直不能相信,在这样一个平和的城市里,一家叫舞星舞厅发生了加州历史上最惨烈的枪杀案之一:11人丧生。</p><p class="ql-block">这一天,白宫为死难者下半旗致哀。</p><p class="ql-block">我突然觉得蒙市对我是这样陌生,残酷的现实推翻我对那个城市的过去印像。</p><p class="ql-block"><br></p><p class="ql-block">过了两天,在油管上看到更详细的报道,其中提到舞厅的经理第一个迎着杀手,试图阻止,而成了第一受害者。</p><p class="ql-block">看到照片,听到他的名字:马名伟。</p><p class="ql-block">是那位近四十年前认识的意气风发,热情似火的老朋友吗?</p><p class="ql-block">往事历历在目。。。</p><p class="ql-block">1987年,我到美国留学。他到广州火车站送我。照片里我抱着周岁的女儿。</p> <h3>马名伟是那样有心。一年后,他约了我太太带着我的女儿,到广州太阳岛乐园游玩。为我女儿拍了这张照片。<br>我一直把这张照片贴在冰箱上面。<br>。。。</h3> <h3>春夏秋冬,年复一年。我逐渐和马名伟失联了。因为那时没有网路。鸿雁传书不及电子邮件。而且我相信,我和马名伟已经走上了不同的生活道路。<br>在我离开广州的时候,马名伟是中国电子进出口公司华南分公司电子器材部经理。还兼任电子工业部主办的《中国电子报》广州记者站站长。电子产业此时如火如荼。我觉得马名伟因该在商场上大展身手。而我自己,已“沦为”码农了。<br>没想到,36年后,我还有机会找到马名伟的足迹。</h3> <h3>马名伟,我来了。<br></h3> <h3>11名受难者的照片围着舞星舞厅一字排开。<br></h3> <h3>爱心</h3> <h3>花圈默立,挽联肃然,鲜花簇拥,蜡烛环绕,清香缈缈,哀思幽幽。<br>地上留下的是人们对死者的悼念。很多人留下的是约翰福音3:16。“神爱世人。甚至将他的独生子赐给他们,叫一切信他的人,不致死亡,反得永生。”</h3> <h3>追思昔日朋友</h3> <p class="ql-block">一位住在当地的居民,与我们交谈了很久。80年代,她就住在这里。现在是市政府的公务员。她回忆起当年曾去舞星舞厅见工,最后没被录取。虽然只有几个钟头,但舞厅的规模已给她留下印象。</p><p class="ql-block">她不知道我认识马名伟。她说马名伟是个好人。在当地跟市政府关系不错。很多人都认识马经理。舞厅的老板是一个来自广州的女士。曾在广州外贸学院读书。自从马名伟当经理后,舞厅的档次提高不少。他请俄国欧洲移民当老师,教授交谊舞,探戈,伦巴,拉丁舞等等。这样,舞厅就集娱乐教育社交于一身。</p><p class="ql-block">这受到了当地居民的欢迎。尤其是有一定年龄的人。这次的受害者年龄都在50岁以上。</p><p class="ql-block">她伤感地指着其中两个人的照片:Hong Jian (简红)是第一次到舞厅。而带简红来的Lilan Li(李丽兰)亦同时遇难。</p><p class="ql-block">事发后,西班牙语系的居民到市政府门前,举行烛光活动。我们现在看到的在舞星舞厅前的摆设,最早的行动源于白人。</p><p class="ql-block"><br></p><p class="ql-block">这位女士还提到案发后,凶手逍遥法外时,市政府和警局没有让当地居民知道潜在的危险。</p><p class="ql-block"><br></p><p class="ql-block">AM1430粤语广播电台是当地华裔居民的主要消息来源。但政府并没有通知媒体。所以当地居民一无所知。</p><p class="ql-block"><br></p><p class="ql-block">我查过当地警察的解释:现场见证人很多,但大部分不会说英语。这给警方带来很多麻烦。对证据的准确性缺乏信心,也是其中一个原因。</p> <h3>说话中,一位西班牙裔的老太太,带着家人到现场。听说我们从芝加哥来,还曾是马先生的朋友。拉着我的手,连连说Sorry。她邀请我们和她的亲友一起祷告。</h3> <h3>在地上有一句话:Keep Dancing. Dancing in the Heaven. 在天堂翩翩起舞。这也是我对马名伟和其他受难者的祷告。<br>恶魔的力量打不倒马名伟。他在天堂翩翩起舞。</h3> <h3>近来Chat GPT 成了热论。我对Chat GPT 说:“写一篇关于在天堂翩翩起舞的诗歌”。<br>下面就是AI先生的作品。我一字不改。<br><br>马名伟,我知道你对新技术一向很有兴趣。即使在天堂,不要忘记俯视人间烟火哦。<br><br>在天堂翩翩起舞<br><br>在天国的音乐中,<br>我们翩翩起舞。<br>灵魂不再有枷锁,<br>快乐永远不会终止。<br><br>天空中星星闪烁,<br>天使们绕着我们飞舞。<br>我们随着音乐自由摇曳,<br>尽情享受天国的欢乐。<br><br>在这里没有疼痛,没有担忧,<br>生活充满了快乐。<br>在这里我们可以真正自我,<br>无拘无束地生活。<br><br>天堂的舞蹈是对神的敬拜,<br>我们的动作表达了对神的爱。<br>音乐和动作深深地联系在一起,<br>我们与神的连接更加紧密。<br><br>在天国翩翩起舞,<br>是一种无尽的快乐。<br>我们在这里可以无拘无束,<br>随着音乐尽情自由舞蹈。<br><br>亲爱的,让我们一起想象,<br>在天堂翩翩起舞。<br>因为那里有着我们梦寐以求的快乐,<br>等待着我们永远的到来。</h3> <h3>Chat GPT还写了一篇英文的小品。这篇留给我女儿看。那位曾给她照相的叔叔已经上了天堂。叔叔没有倒下,他在天堂尽情地翩翩起舞。他已经挣脱了人间的一切束缚。自由自在,幸福地起舞。<br><br>Dancing in Heaven: An Exploration of the Joyful Afterlife<br><br>The idea of dancing in heaven has been a popular theme in art and literature for centuries, as people imagine a place where they can let loose and enjoy an eternity of happiness and celebration. Whether it’s swaying to the beat of angelic music or twirling amongst the stars, the notion of dancing in heaven has captivated the hearts and minds of people across the world. But what exactly is the appeal of this joyful afterlife, and what might it be like to dance in heaven?<br>For many, the idea of dancing in heaven represents a release from the limitations of the physical world. In this afterlife, they imagine a place where they are free from pain, worry, and fatigue, and can dance without any restrictions. In a world where we are often bound by our bodies and the laws of physics, the idea of dancing without these limitations can be incredibly freeing and joyful. It is no wonder that many people see dancing in heaven as a way to experience true joy and happiness, without any of the obstacles that can get in the way on earth.<br>Another appealing aspect of dancing in heaven is the idea of being surrounded by like-minded people. In this afterlife, people imagine a place where everyone is joyful and loves to dance, creating a sense of community and belonging that is difficult to find in the physical world. Imagine a place where you can dance freely with no judgement, where everyone is accepting and supportive, and where the music never stops. For many, this idea is a source of comfort, as they imagine a place where they can finally be their true selves and enjoy life to the fullest.<br>Of course, the idea of dancing in heaven is also connected to spiritual beliefs. For many people, dancing in heaven is seen as a way to worship and praise the divine, and to experience a deeper connection to the divine through movement and music. In this sense, dancing in heaven is not just a joyful activity, but a way to connect with the divine on a deeper level.<br>Despite the different interpretations of what dancing in heaven might be like, one thing is certain – it represents a place of ultimate joy and happiness. Whether it’s imagined as a release from physical limitations, a place of community and belonging, or a spiritual connection to the divine, the idea of dancing in heaven captivates the hearts and minds of people across the world. So, next time you’re feeling down, just imagine yourself dancing in heaven, surrounded by the joy and happiness that you have always dreamed of.<br>In conclusion, the idea of dancing in heaven is a powerful and enduring one, capturing the imagination and hearts of people from all walks of life. Whether it’s imagined as a place of release, community, or spiritual connection, dancing in heaven represents a source of joy and happiness that can provide comfort and inspiration for all. So, why not let yourself imagine dancing in heaven today, and experience a little bit of the joy that awaits us all in the afterlife?</h3>