Please do your best to avoid the huge moon balloon rolling through China

It's not the dream we would've chosen to come true.
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Jessye McGarry
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It's much easier to shoot for the moon when it's on the ground, rolling toward you.

A giant moon-shaped balloon, caught in the winds of Typhoon Meranti blew through the streets of Fuzhou, China, this morning.

The balloon was initially a part of a display installed outside of a shopping mall to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival on Thursday, reports Buzzfeed.


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This balloon was spotted rolling over cars and people as it was lifted throughout the town.

People on Twitter had plenty to say about it. Some made puns.

Others made comparisons.

And some realized how relatable the event was.

So far, there have been no injuries caused by the moon balloon. However, its current whereabouts remain unknown.

So, as always, keep an eye out for giant orbs about town.

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Jessye McGarry is an acquaintance, middle child and former Humor Intern at Mashable.

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