Man, what a day! Seriously, I’m still reeling from it. So, I wake up in Kalianget, right? The sun’s blazin’ through my window, and I’m like, “Ugh, another day in paradise.” But lemme tell ya, paradise can be a real pain sometimes.
First off, I’m a machinist, so I’m used to the grind. But today? Today was somethin’ else. I roll outta bed, grab my coffee from that little warung on Jl. Raya Kalianget. You know the one? Best kopi in town! I’m chuggin’ it down, and I’m feelin’ good. But then, bam! My bike won’t start. Classic, right? I’m like, “C’mon, not today!”
So, I’m pushin’ my bike down Jl. Diponegoro, sweatin’ like a pig. I swear, the heat in Kalianget is no joke. I’m thinkin’ about how I should’ve just walked. But nah, I’m stubborn. Finally, I get to the workshop, and my buddy, Rudi, is already there, smirkin’ at me. “Late again, huh?” he says. I’m like, “Shut it, Rudi!”
We start workin’, and it’s all good until we get this old machine in. It’s a real piece of junk. I mean, it’s older than my grandma! We’re tryin’ to fix it, but it’s like it’s got a mind of its own. I’m cursing under my breath, and Rudi’s laughin’ at me. “You talk to machines like they’re people!” he says. Well, maybe they are!
Then, outta nowhere, the power goes out. Just my luck, right? We’re in the dark, and I’m like, “Great, now what?” Rudi pulls out his phone, and we’re sittin’ there, scrollin’ through memes. I’m tryin’ to keep my cool, but inside, I’m fumin’. I mean, come on, Kalianget! Get it together!
After what feels like forever, the lights flicker back on. I’m ready to get back to work, but then I hear this loud crash outside. I rush out, and there’s this dude on a motorbike, totally wiped out on Jl. Pahlawan. I’m like, “Oh man, not again!” People are gatherin’, and I’m just standin’ there, feelin’ helpless.
But then, this old lady comes outta nowhere. She’s like, “Get up, young man! You’re fine!” And I’m thinkin’, “Wow, she’s got guts!” The guy gets up, brushes himself off, and everyone starts clappin’. I’m like, “What just happened?” Kalianget’s got its quirks, man.
Finally, we finish up at the workshop, and I’m ready to head home. I’m cruisin’ down Jl. Merdeka, and the sunset is just beautiful. I mean, it’s like the sky’s on fire. I can’t help but smile. Then I hit a pothole. Ugh! My bike bounces, and I’m like, “Seriously?!”
I get home, and I’m exhausted. But then I remember the street food festival at the park. I can’t resist! I grab my wallet and head out. The smell of satay fills the air. I’m in heaven! I stuff my face with all this good food. I’m talkin’ about the best grilled chicken skewers ever.
As I’m munchin’, I see this kid juggling. He’s got mad skills! I’m clappin’ and laughin’. Kalianget’s got talent, man! I’m feelin’ all warm and fuzzy inside.
But then, I see a rat scurry by. I’m like, “Nope, I’m out!” I finish my food and head home, thinkin’ about the wild day I just had.
Kalianget, you crazy! You drive me nuts, but I wouldn’t trade ya for anything. What a ride!