Man, what a day! I’m tellin’ ya, being an auctioneer in Jayuya is like riding a rollercoaster blindfolded. One minute you’re chillin’, the next you’re dodging chaos like it’s a game of dodgeball. So, let me break it down for ya.
I woke up early, like, way too early. The sun was barely peeking over the mountains. Jayuya’s got these stunning hills, right? They’re like nature’s own backdrop. I grabbed my coffee from that little spot on Calle José de Diego. You know the one? The barista there knows my order by heart. I mean, who doesn’t love a good café con leche to kickstart the day?
So, I’m all hyped up, ready to hit the auction scene. I roll over to the auction house on Calle Pedro Albizu Campos. It’s a small place, but it’s got character. You walk in, and it smells like old wood and dreams. Seriously, it’s like stepping into a time machine.
But then, bam! The first surprise hits me. The auction items? All messed up! Like, who thought it was a good idea to mix a vintage guitar with a bunch of old furniture? I mean, c’mon! I’m here to sell, not to play “What’s This?” with the crowd. I was fuming. I could feel my blood boiling.
Then, outta nowhere, this old lady named Doña Rosa shows up. She’s a regular, always bringing her little chihuahua, Chiquito. That dog is a legend! Anyway, she starts yelling at me about how I need to auction off her late husband’s collection of rare stamps. I’m like, “Lady, I’m not a stamp dealer!” But she’s persistent, and I can’t say no to her. She’s got that fierce grandma vibe, ya know?
So, I’m juggling stamps and furniture, and the crowd is getting restless. I can see the locals from the neighborhood, like the guys from Calle San Antonio, just waiting for the good stuff. They’re all about the deals. I can’t let them down!
Finally, I get to the guitar. It’s a beauty, man! I strum a few chords, and the crowd goes wild. I’m talking cheers, claps, the whole shebang. I’m riding that wave of energy, feeling like a rockstar. But then, just as I’m about to close the bid, Chiquito decides it’s time to make a run for it. That little furball bolts right through the crowd!
I’m chasing after this dog like it’s the last auction of my life. I’m dodging people, tripping over chairs, and all I can think is, “This is NOT how I pictured my day!” But the crowd? They’re loving it! They’re laughing, cheering me on. I finally catch Chiquito, and the applause is deafening.
After that, I’m on a high. I finish the auction, and we raised a good chunk of change. I’m feeling like a champ! But then, I step outside, and it’s pouring rain. Like, seriously? I just can’t catch a break! I’m soaked, but I’m laughing. Only in Jayuya, right?
I head over to the plaza, where the locals are hanging out. They’re all talking about the auction, and I’m just soaking it all in. The vibe is electric. I love this place. The streets, the people, the chaos—it’s all part of the charm.
As I walk home, I can’t help but smile. Jayuya’s got its quirks, but it’s home. And even on the craziest days, I wouldn’t trade it for anything. I mean, who else gets to chase a dog during an auction? Only me, baby!
So yeah, that was my day. Intense, emotional, and full of surprises. Just another day in the life of an auctioneer in Jayuya. Can’t wait to see what tomorrow brings!