Why do we wish upon a star?

Why do we wish upon a star?
Even know they are so far,
All they are a fire ball,
That sparkle in the sky above.

First one appears at night,
Many gaze upon the sight,
Wishing for a dream come true,
As if a Genie in a lamp,
That grants wishes with a stroke.

Twinkle twinkle little star,
How we wish upon you at night,
Asking you to grant our desires,
In hope for a reality.