Man, lemme tell ya about my day in Borne. Wow, just wow. I’m a combine harvester, right? But today, I felt like I was in a freakin’ circus.
So, I roll into Borne, right? First thing I notice is the streets. Like, what’s up with the names? I’m cruisin’ down de Borne, and I’m thinkin’, “This is a town with character.” I mean, you got the Kerkstraat, and I’m like, “Is there a church here or what?” Spoiler: there is.
Anyway, I’m just mindin’ my own business, when I hit the Markt. It’s packed! People everywhere, like ants at a picnic. I’m tryin’ to park my beast of a machine, and these folks are just starin’ at me. Like, c’mon, I’m not a freak show! But then, this kid runs up, all excited, “Whoa, a combine harvester!” I’m like, “Yeah, kid, it’s not a toy.”
Then, outta nowhere, this old dude starts yellin’ at me. “You can’t park there!” I’m like, “Dude, chill! I’m just here for a bit.” But he’s all red-faced, like a tomato. I’m thinkin’, “Man, you need a hobby.”
So, I finally find a spot on de Molenstraat. It’s quieter there. I’m takin’ a breather, when I spot this cute café. I’m like, “I need coffee.” I waddle over, and the barista’s like, “What can I get ya?” I’m like, “Uh, a latte?” She gives me this look, like I just asked for a unicorn.
But then, she smiles. “Coming right up!” I’m thinkin’, “Okay, Borne, you’re not so bad.” I sit outside, sippin’ my latte, watchin’ the world go by. There’s this couple on bikes, and they’re just cruisin’ down the street. I’m jealous. I wanna ride a bike, but I’m stuck with this massive machine.
Then, I hear this loud bang. My heart drops. I’m like, “What now?” Turns out, it’s just some kids playin’ with fireworks. I’m like, “Seriously? In the middle of the day?” But then I see their faces, all lit up with joy, and I can’t help but smile.
After my coffee, I decide to explore. I hit up the Borne’s park. It’s beautiful, man. Trees everywhere, and this big pond. I’m walkin’ around, and I see this family having a picnic. They’ve got all this food laid out, and I’m like, “Dude, can I join?” But I don’t wanna be that guy, ya know?
Then, I spot this old windmill. It’s like a postcard. I’m takin’ pics, and this lady walks by. She’s like, “You’re not from around here, are ya?” I’m like, “Nah, just a combine harvester on a day off.” She laughs, and I’m thinkin’, “Okay, Borne, you’re winning me over.”
But then, I get a call. My boss is like, “Where are you?” I’m like, “Chillin’ in Borne.” He’s not happy. “Get back to work!” Ugh, the joy is gone. I’m like, “Fine, fine.”
So, I head back to my machine, and I’m thinkin’ about all the stuff I saw. Borne’s got this vibe, man. It’s chill, but also lively. I’m feelin’ all sorts of emotions. Happy, annoyed, surprised.
As I’m driving out, I pass by the school on de Borne. Kids are playin’, and I can’t help but think, “Man, I wish I could be that carefree.” But then I remember, I’m a combine harvester. I’ve got my own kinda freedom.
So, that was my day in Borne. Full of ups and downs, but mostly ups. I’m headin’ home, and I can’t help but smile. Borne, you crazy little town, you’ve got my heart.