Man, what a day! I’m tellin’ ya, being a machinist in Solok is like riding a rollercoaster blindfolded. So, I wake up, right? Sun’s blazin’ through my window on Jl. Raya Solok. I’m like, “Great, another scorcher.” But hey, I’m used to it. Solok’s got that tropical vibe, ya know?
I grab my coffee from that little warung on Jl. Diponegoro. Best coffee in town, no cap. I’m chugging it down, and boom! My buddy, Rudi, calls me. He’s like, “Dude, you gotta see this!” I’m thinkin’, “What now?” Turns out, there’s a street festival on Jl. Ahmad Yani. I’m like, “Sweet! Free food!”
So, I rush over. The streets are packed! I’m dodging people like I’m in a video game. There’s this band playing, and they’re jamming out some sick tunes. I’m vibin’, but then I smell something. Fried banana? I’m like, “Where’s that coming from?” I follow my nose, and there it is! A food stall, and the guy’s flipping those bananas like a pro. I grab a bunch, and man, they’re heavenly.
But then, outta nowhere, this kid bumps into me. I spill my drink all over my shirt. I’m fuming! Like, c’mon, kid! Watch where you’re going! But then I see his face. He’s got that “I’m sorry” look, and I can’t stay mad. Kids, man. They’re like little tornadoes.
After that, I head to the workshop. It’s on Jl. Lintas Sumatera, and let me tell ya, it’s a hotbox in there. I’m sweating like a pig. I’m working on this old machine, and it’s being a total diva. I’m cursing under my breath, like, “Why won’t you just cooperate?”
Then, my boss walks in. He’s all serious, and I’m like, “Dude, lighten up!” But he’s got this project that’s due tomorrow. I’m like, “Great, just what I need.” So, I’m grinding away, and my mind’s racing. I’m thinking about that festival, the food, the music. I need a break!
Finally, I finish the job. I’m exhausted but happy. I step outside, and the sun’s setting over the hills. Solok looks beautiful, man. The colors are insane. I take a deep breath, and it hits me. This city, with its crazy streets and friendly people, it’s home.
But wait, there’s more! I decide to hit up that night market on Jl. Yos Sudarso. It’s buzzing! I’m walking around, and I see this guy selling these crazy snacks. I try one, and it’s like a flavor explosion in my mouth. I’m like, “What is this sorcery?”
Then, I bump into an old friend, Siti. We start chatting, and she’s telling me about her new job. I’m happy for her, but then she mentions this new café on Jl. Merdeka. I’m like, “I gotta check that out!”
But then, outta nowhere, it starts pouring! I’m soaked in seconds. I’m laughing, like, “Of course, it rains now!” Everyone’s scrambling for cover, and I’m just standing there, embracing the chaos.
By the time I get home, I’m a mess. But I can’t stop smiling. Solok, with all its quirks and surprises, it’s a wild ride. I crash on my bed, thinking about tomorrow. Who knows what’s gonna happen next? But one thing’s for sure, I wouldn’t trade this life for anything.