Man, what a day! I’m tellin’ ya, being a lifeguard in Spisska-Bela is like riding a rollercoaster, but without the safety harness. So, I roll up to the water at the lake, right? It’s a sunny day, perfect for chillin’ by the water. I’m thinkin’, “Today’s gonna be a breeze.” Spoiler alert: it wasn’t.
First off, I’m stationed at the main beach near the Špitálska street. You know, the one that gets packed with families and kids? Yeah, that one. I’m settin’ up my chair, sunscreen slathered on like I’m about to dive into a tub of butter. Then, boom! A kid runs past me, trippin’ over his own feet, and splashes right into the water. I’m like, “Dude, chill!” But he’s laughin’ like he just won the lottery. Kids, man.
Then, outta nowhere, I see this group of teenagers on the other side of the beach. They’re blasting music from a speaker, and it’s some weird mix of pop and techno. I’m tryin’ to focus on my lifeguard duties, but all I can hear is “BEEP BEEP BOOP” and I’m like, “What even is this?” I swear, if I hear that song one more time, I might just dive in and never come back up.
So, I’m keepin’ an eye on the water, right? And then I spot this lady, probably in her 50s, tryin’ to teach her dog to swim. The dog? Not havin’ it. It’s just paddlin’ in circles, lookin’ like it’s auditioning for a role in a horror movie. I’m laughin’ so hard, I almost forget to watch for actual swimmers. But hey, it’s Spisska-Bela, where even the dogs have drama.
Then, things get wild. A storm rolls in outta nowhere. I’m talkin’ dark clouds, wind, the whole shebang. I’m yellin’ at people to get outta the water. “Yo! Get out! Now!” But some dude thinks he’s a hero, tryin’ to save his inflatable unicorn. I’m like, “Bro, it’s a unicorn! Let it go!” But he’s not listenin’. Finally, I have to jump in and drag him out. He’s soaked, and I’m like, “You’re lucky I’m a lifeguard, or I’d let you float away!”
After the storm passes, the sun comes back out. I’m sittin’ there, drenched, but kinda happy. The beach is clear now, and I can finally relax. I start thinkin’ about how Spisska-Bela is such a cool place. The old town, the castle, the vibe. It’s got this chill atmosphere, but today? Today was chaos.
Then, just when I think it’s over, a kid runs up to me, all panicked. “My sister’s stuck in the mud!” I’m like, “What?!” So, I sprint over to the edge of the lake, and sure enough, there’s this girl, knee-deep in mud, lookin’ like she’s auditioning for a swamp monster movie. I can’t help but laugh. I mean, who gets stuck in mud at a lake? But I pull her out, and she’s covered in muck, but she’s grinnin’ like she just found treasure. Kids are wild, man.
Finally, the day winds down. I’m exhausted, but I can’t help but smile. Spisska-Bela, you crazy little town, you never fail to surprise me. I pack up my stuff, ready to head home. I think about all the wild stuff that happened today. It’s not just a job; it’s an adventure. And honestly? I wouldn’t trade it for anything.
So, here’s to another day in Spisska-Bela. Bring on the craziness!