Man, what a day! Seriously, I’m still reeling from it. So, I wake up in Buia, right? This tiny gem in Italy, nestled in the hills. I mean, it’s cute and all, but today? Ugh.
First off, I’m late for a meeting. Classic me. I rush outta my Airbnb on Via Roma, and boom! I trip over a cobblestone. Like, who even thought that was a good idea? I’m pretty sure I twisted my ankle. Great start, right?
So, I’m limping down the street, trying to look all professional. I pass by the Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista. It’s beautiful, but I’m like, “Not now, Jesus!” I gotta get to the office.
Finally, I get to the co-working space on Via Garibaldi. I’m sweating like a sinner in church. I walk in, and everyone’s staring. I mean, c’mon, I’m not that interesting! But then, my buddy Marco bursts out laughing. “Nice entrance!” he says. Thanks, Marco. Real supportive.
We start the meeting, and it’s chaos. Everyone’s throwing ideas around like confetti. I’m trying to keep up, but my brain’s like, “Dude, chill.” Then, outta nowhere, the fire alarm goes off. Seriously? In Buia? We all pile out onto the street, and I’m thinking, “This is gonna be a disaster.”
But then, I see it. The view from the piazza. The rolling hills, the vineyards, the whole shebang. I’m like, “Okay, maybe this day isn’t a total bust.” I snap a pic for the ‘gram. Gotta keep the followers happy, right?
After the alarm fiasco, we finally get back inside. I’m trying to focus, but my stomach’s growling like a bear. So, I sneak out to grab a panino from this little place on Via della Libertà. Best decision ever! It’s stuffed with prosciutto and fresh mozzarella. I’m in heaven.
But then, I get back, and the team’s in a heated debate. I mean, it’s like a soap opera. I’m just trying to eat my sandwich, but they’re all like, “No, we need to pivot!” I’m thinking, “Dude, can we pivot after lunch?”
Finally, we wrap up, and I’m feeling kinda good. I head out to explore. I stroll down Via Vittorio Emanuele, and it’s just so charming. The little shops, the locals chatting. I stop by a gelateria. I mean, c’mon, it’s Italy! I get a scoop of stracciatella, and it’s like a party in my mouth.
But then, I see this street performer. He’s playing the accordion, and it’s actually kinda nice. I toss him a euro, and he gives me a nod. I’m feeling all warm and fuzzy inside.
Then, outta nowhere, it starts to rain. Like, really rain. I’m soaked in seconds. I duck into a café on Via Roma, and it’s packed. I’m standing there, dripping, and this old lady offers me her umbrella. I’m like, “Wow, people are nice here.”
I grab a coffee, and I’m just sitting there, watching the world go by. The rain, the laughter, the chaos. It’s all so… real. I realize, despite the craziness, I love this place.
Finally, I head back to my Airbnb, exhausted but happy. I plop down on the bed, and I’m like, “What a day.” Buia, you’ve got my heart. Even if you made me trip, get soaked, and almost lose my mind.
Tomorrow’s another day, right? Let’s see what you got!