Man, what a day! I swear, if I had a dollar for every crazy thing that happened in Raha today, I’d be rich. So, I wake up, right? Sun’s shining, birds are chirping, and I’m like, “Today’s gonna be chill.” Spoiler alert: it was NOT chill.
First off, I’m a dental tech, so my life revolves around teeth. Yeah, I know, super exciting, right? But hey, someone’s gotta make those sweet, sweet dentures. Anyway, I’m cruising down Jalan Raya, and I’m already late. Traffic’s a nightmare! Like, who knew a Tuesday could feel like a Friday rush hour? I’m stuck behind this old dude in a scooter, going 10 km/h. C’mon, man! I got teeth to fix!
Finally, I get to the lab, and it’s chaos. My buddy, Joko, is freaking out. “Dude, we got a last-minute order for a full set of crowns!” he yells. I’m like, “Bro, it’s 8 AM! Who needs crowns this early?” Apparently, some rich guy from Jalan Pahlawan decided he needed to impress his date. Priorities, right?
So, I dive into work. I’m mixing plaster, pouring molds, and trying not to spill anything. You know how it is. But then, I get a call from my mom. She’s like, “You remember your cousin’s wedding, right?” I’m thinking, “Of course, I do! It’s in two weeks!” But no, she’s like, “It’s today!” WHAT?! I totally forgot! I’m supposed to be there, looking all dapper and stuff. Ugh, family drama incoming!
I rush through my work, and somehow, I manage to finish the crowns just in time. I’m sweating bullets, but I’m like, “I got this!” I grab my stuff and bolt outta there. I hop on my bike, zooming through the streets of Raha. The smell of street food hits me, and I’m like, “No time for snacks, focus!” But, man, those satays on Jalan Sisingamangaraja looked SO good. I’ll regret this later.
I finally make it to the wedding venue, and it’s packed. I’m talking about a full-on party! The music’s blasting, and everyone’s dancing. I walk in, and my aunt spots me. “There you are! We thought you got lost!” I’m like, “Nah, just saving the world one tooth at a time.” She rolls her eyes, but I can tell she’s happy to see me.
The ceremony is beautiful, but I’m still stressed. I can’t stop thinking about work. What if something goes wrong with those crowns? What if the guy hates them? I’m spiraling, man! But then, the bride walks down the aisle, and wow. She looks stunning! I forget all my worries for a sec.
After the vows, it’s party time! Food everywhere! I dive into the buffet like a hungry hippo. I mean, who can resist that? I’m stuffing my face with nasi goreng and fried chicken, and it’s glorious. I even hit the dance floor. I’m not a great dancer, but who cares? We’re in Raha, and the vibe is lit!
But then, outta nowhere, my phone buzzes. It’s Joko. “Dude, we messed up the crowns!” My heart drops. “What do you mean messed up?” Apparently, we mixed up the shades. One’s bright white, and the other’s like, off-yellow. I’m like, “Great, just great!” I can’t believe this is happening.
I try to enjoy the wedding, but I’m stressed. I keep checking my phone, hoping for good news. Finally, I get a text. “We fixed it! All good!” I’m like, “YES!” I can finally relax. I hit the dance floor again, and this time, I’m feeling it. I’m busting out moves like I’m on a talent show.
As the night winds down, I’m exhausted but happy. I look around at my family, laughing and dancing. Raha’s got this energy, you know? The streets, the people, the food—it’s all a vibe. I’m grateful for days like this, even if they’re chaotic.
So, yeah, that was my day. From crowns to chaos to a wedding party. Just another day in Raha, I guess! Can’t wait to see what tomorrow brings.