Man, what a day! I’m tellin’ ya, being an auctioneer in Gardony is like riding a rollercoaster blindfolded. So, I wake up, right? Sun’s shining, birds are chirping, and I’m thinkin’, “Today’s gonna be chill.” Ha! Spoiler alert: it was NOT chill.
First off, I hit up the local café on Kossuth Lajos utca. Best coffee in town, no cap. I order my usual—double espresso, extra shot. I need that caffeine kick, ya know? But the barista, bless her heart, spills half of it. I’m like, “Great, just what I needed!” But she gives me a free pastry to make up for it. Sweet, right? I’m munching on this flaky thing, and it’s delish.
Then I head over to the auction house on Széchenyi utca. It’s a cozy spot, but today? Packed! People everywhere, like sardines in a can. I’m tryin’ to set up, but folks are already bickering over some old vase. Like, chill, it’s just a vase! But nah, they’re acting like it’s the Holy Grail or something.
So, I get up there, and the energy is wild. I start the bidding, and it’s like a frenzy. I’m shouting, “Do I hear 100,000 for this beauty?” And boom! Hands shoot up. I’m thinkin’, “Wow, these folks are serious.” But then, outta nowhere, this guy in the back yells, “I’ll give you my cat for it!” I almost lose it. Like, dude, what? A cat?
Anyway, the bids keep flying. I’m sweating bullets, heart racing. I’m trying to keep it together, but my mind’s racing. I’m thinkin’ about the time I accidentally sold a painting for way less than it was worth. Ugh, don’t remind me!
Then, just when I think it can’t get crazier, the fire alarm goes off. Seriously? In the middle of an auction? People start panicking, running around like headless chickens. I’m just standing there, microphone in hand, like, “Guys, it’s probably a drill!” But no one’s listening.
Finally, we get everyone outside on the street. It’s a beautiful day, but I’m fuming. I mean, come on! We were on a roll! I’m pacing back and forth on the sidewalk, and I spot my buddy, Jozsef, who’s just laughing at the chaos. I can’t help but crack a smile.
After a while, the fire department shows up. Turns out, it was just a false alarm. Phew! We all head back inside, and the vibe is still electric. I jump back into it, and the bids start flying again. I’m back in my zone, and it feels good.
By the end of the day, I’m exhausted but happy. We sold some amazing stuff, and I even got a couple of new regulars. As I’m packing up, I can’t help but think about how wild Gardony is. The streets, the people, the unexpected twists. It’s like a never-ending adventure.
I stroll down to the lake after work, just to unwind. The sunset over Lake Velence is stunning. I sit there, sipping a cold drink, and I’m like, “Yeah, this is life.” Gardony, you crazy little town, you’ve got my heart.
So, that was my day. Full of ups and downs, laughter and chaos. Just another day in the life of an auctioneer in Gardony. Can’t wait to do it all again tomorrow!