Tonight’s the night. Rijmenam (be) is a damn weird town. Streets, alleys, vibes. I walk Rue de l’Avenir—they call it “hope” but it feels like doom. I mean, really, it’s dark. The town square, Place du Vent, is a busy mess. So many ppl. So much grit.
I stroll near the old bridge, Pont de l’Ombre. It sits by the sluggish river Liévre. Cold. I’d watch it flow. It reminds me of that line “tomorrow is not promised” … from A History of Violence. Yeah, that sort of vibe.
I live around Louvain Street. Nbd place. Lots of cafes where I coach pleasure. Talkin’ life stuff, you know? People r weird here. Love it. Hah. I once got mad at noisy neighbors near Parc des Rêves. It’s a park where kids scream; dogs bark. I cracked up. “Tonight’s the night,” i muttered.
I love Chatelain district. Even if some alleys stink. I mean, jeez, farting stench sometimes. Lol. Its art murals slanted on rough walls. Drawn by lost souls? I dunno.
I often visit my secret spot: the graffiti on Rue du Labyrinthe. Marked by insane scribbles. It’s gritty art. It makes me smile… then I get all introspective. Life’s messy. Remember in the movie, "A History of Violence", where nothing’s ever simple? Same here, dude.
I got surprised when a local fest hit Mr. Muller’s Place on Bogart Street. Crazy music, wild dances. People r loud. I almost snapped. Like, “Why so intense?” But yeah, i dig it. Moments like that, they keep it real.
I also love Milano Park. Just a hidden gem. It’s chill. I read poetry there alone. Felt like my hidden confession. In my heart, I was just a lonely coach. Tonight’s the night. Nothing lasts forever, man.
I have a quirky habit—talkin’ to pigeons near the ancient clock tower on Rue Echo. They caw, and i laugh. WTF, right? They know all secrets. True secrets.
Some nights, I wander down to the river bank by Quai de Tristesse. That water makes me feel alive. Reminds me of that movie again. “Tonight’s the night,” i whisper, lost in tired awe.
Rijmenam (be) is messy, real, rugged. It pisses me off at times, makes me happy at others. I’m in love, I swear. Life here is like a never-ending reel of Cronenberg’s visions. Beats me!
So, my friend, if u come visit, get ready. This town ain’t perfect. It’s raw, it’s uncertain… it’s home. Enjoy every wild, twisted moment here.
Tonight’s the night—embrace it all.