Man, what a day! I swear, being a lifeguard in Rogaska-Slatina is like riding a rollercoaster. One minute you’re chillin’, the next you’re in full-on rescue mode. So, let me break it down for ya.
I rolled into work at the pool on Cesta Zdravja, right? The sun was shining, birds were chirping, and I was ready to soak up some rays. But nah, not today! First off, I had this group of kids from the local school. They were wildin’ out, splashing everywhere. Like, chill, it’s not a water park! I had to blow my whistle like a madman. “Hey! Keep it down!” But they just laughed. Ugh, kids!
Then, outta nowhere, this lady comes sprinting up to me. She’s all panicked, like she just saw a ghost or something. Turns out, her kid, little Luka, was missing. My heart dropped. I mean, Rogaska-Slatina is usually chill, but this was serious. I jumped off my chair and started scanning the area. I was like, “Luka! Where you at, buddy?”
I ran past the fountain on Trg Svobode, dodging tourists left and right. I swear, if I had a euro for every selfie stick I bumped into, I’d be rich. Finally, I spotted him! The little dude was just chillin’ by the mineral water springs, sipping on some fancy water. I was like, “Dude, you scared the life outta me!” He just shrugged. Kids, man.
After that drama, I needed a breather. So, I grabbed a quick snack from this little kiosk on Cesta Zdravja. They had the best hot dogs. I mean, who knew? I was munching away, thinking about how I could use a vacation. Maybe a beach somewhere? But then, bam! Another crisis.
This time, it was an older guy, Mr. Novak, who slipped on the wet tiles. I rushed over, heart racing again. He was like, “I’m fine, I’m fine!” But dude, you’re not fine! You just fell like a sack of potatoes! I helped him up, and he was all grumpy. “I’m not that old!” he grumbled. I just laughed. “Sure, buddy, but you gotta watch your step!”
By now, I was sweating bullets. The sun was blazing, and I was starting to feel like a fried egg. I took a quick break, just to chill by the poolside. The view of the hills around Rogaska-Slatina is stunning, though. I mean, you got the green hills, the fresh air, and the sound of water. It’s like a postcard. But then, I heard a commotion.
Some dude was trying to impress a girl by diving off the high board. He totally biffed it! I mean, he belly-flopped like a pro. The splash was epic, and everyone burst out laughing. I couldn’t help it; I laughed too. But then I had to play the responsible lifeguard. “Hey, man, you good?” He just gave me a thumbs up, but I could see the embarrassment on his face. Classic.
As the day went on, I had my fair share of drama. A couple of teenagers tried to sneak in some drinks. I caught them red-handed. “What do you think this is, a beach party?” I said. They just rolled their eyes. I mean, come on! Rogaska-Slatina is a chill place, but rules are rules!
Finally, as the sun started to set, I felt a wave of relief. The pool was closing, and I could finally kick back. I sat on my chair, watching the last few stragglers leave. The sky was painted with oranges and pinks, and it was beautiful. I thought about how crazy the day was. From lost kids to belly flops, it was a wild ride.
I packed up my stuff, ready to head home. I was exhausted but happy. Rogaska-Slatina, you never fail to surprise me. Can’t wait to see what tomorrow brings!