Wow, what a day! Seriously, I’m still buzzing from it. So, I woke up in Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer, right? Sun shining, birds chirping, the whole vibe. I mean, who wouldn’t love this place? It’s like a postcard. The beaches, the little streets, the vibe. But man, today was a rollercoaster.
First off, I had a gig at this community center on Rue de la République. You know, the one near the port? Yeah, that one. I get there, and it’s packed! Like, standing room only. I’m thinking, “Great, let’s do this!” But then, bam! The tech goes haywire. The mic? Dead. I’m like, “Are you kidding me?” I’m sweating bullets, trying to sign and talk at the same time. It’s chaos!
Then, outta nowhere, this kid starts crying. Like, full-on meltdown. I’m trying to focus, but I can’t help but glance over. Poor little dude. Turns out, he lost his ice cream. I mean, who wouldn’t cry over that? I felt for him, but I had to keep it together. So, I’m signing away, and in my head, I’m like, “Dude, just get him another ice cream!”
Finally, we get through the presentation. People are clapping, and I’m like, “Phew!” But then, I step outside, and it’s like a scene from a movie. The sun is setting over the Mediterranean, and the colors? Wow. I’m standing there, just soaking it in. That’s when I spot my friend, Max, down by the beach on Avenue de la Mer. He’s waving like a maniac.
So, I jog over, and he’s got this wild idea. “Let’s go swimming!” he says. I’m like, “Dude, I just worked my butt off!” But the water looks so inviting. I can’t resist. We hit the beach, and it’s packed with people. Families, couples, you name it. The vibe is just right.
We dive in, and oh man, the water is perfect! I’m splashing around, feeling like a kid again. But then, I see this group of tourists trying to take a selfie. They’re struggling, and I can’t help but laugh. I mean, come on! It’s not that hard! So, I swim over and offer to help. They’re super grateful, and I’m like, “Just don’t drop my phone, okay?”
After that, we hit up this little café on Rue des Écoles. You know the one? They have the best pastries! I grab a pain au chocolat, and it’s like heaven in my mouth. Max orders this weird-looking drink, and I’m like, “Dude, what is that?” He just shrugs. Classic Max.
But then, the day takes a turn. We’re sitting there, laughing, when I overhear this couple arguing. Like, full-on shouting. I’m trying to enjoy my pastry, but it’s hard to ignore. They’re going back and forth, and I’m thinking, “Get a grip, people!”
Finally, I can’t take it anymore. I lean over and say, “Hey, maybe take it down a notch?” They look at me like I’m crazy. But hey, someone had to say it, right?
As the sun sets, I’m walking back home along the waterfront. The sky is painted in pinks and oranges, and I’m just feeling all the feels. Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer is magical, you know? It’s got this energy that just pulls you in.
I get home, and I’m exhausted but happy. I flop onto my couch, thinking about the day. The chaos, the laughter, the beauty. It’s all part of the gig, I guess. And honestly? I wouldn’t trade it for anything.
So, yeah, that was my day. Just another wild ride in Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer. Can’t wait to see what tomorrow brings!