Man, what a day! Seriously, Chornomorsk is wild. I woke up thinking it’d be chill, just another day translating Russian Sign Language. But nah, life had other plans.
First off, I hit the streets of Chornomorsk, right? You know, the ones like Pivdenna and Myru? Beautiful, but today? Ugh. I’m walking, minding my own biz, when I see this huge crowd near the port. Like, what’s going on? Turns out, some local band is playing. I mean, who doesn’t love a good jam? But the sound? It was like a cat fight mixed with a blender. I was like, “Dude, turn it down!”
So, I’m trying to get to my first appointment. I had to translate for this sweet old lady, babushka, who wanted to talk about her cat. Yeah, her cat! But she was so excited, waving her hands like she was conducting an orchestra. I’m there, trying to keep up, and she’s all “Мій котик, мій котик!” I’m like, “Lady, I get it, your cat is the best!”
Then, boom! My phone buzzes. It’s my buddy Sasha. He’s like, “Yo, meet me at the beach!” I’m thinking, “Beach? Now? I’m working!” But you know how it is. Chornomorsk’s beaches are calling. So I finish up with babushka, who, by the way, gave me a cookie. Best cookie ever.
I rush to the beach, and it’s packed. People everywhere! Kids running, dogs barking, and the sun? Blazing! I’m sweating like a pig. Sasha’s there, of course, with a drink in hand. He’s like, “You’re late!” I’m like, “Dude, I was translating cat stories!”
We chill for a bit, and then I see this guy trying to impress a girl. He’s showing off his “skills” in the water. Spoiler alert: he totally wipes out. I’m dying laughing. Like, bro, you’re not a dolphin!
But then, outta nowhere, I get a call. It’s my boss. “We need you for a big event tonight!” I’m like, “What? Now?” Apparently, some important folks are in town, and they need a translator. Great. Just great.
So I rush back, dodging people on the way. I’m thinking about how Chornomorsk is such a mix of chill vibes and chaos. You got the beautiful sea, the busy streets, and then there’s me, just trying to keep it together.
I get to the event, and it’s fancy. Like, way too fancy for me. I’m in my usual jeans and a t-shirt, and everyone else is in suits. I feel like a fish outta water. But hey, I’m here to work.
The event starts, and I’m translating like a pro. But then, the speaker starts talking about some serious stuff. I’m trying to keep it light, but the mood? Heavy. I’m feeling it. It’s tough, man.
Finally, it wraps up, and I’m exhausted. I head back home, thinking about my day. Chornomorsk, you crazy place! From cat stories to beach fails to fancy events, it’s never boring.
I flop on my bed, thinking, “What a ride.” Tomorrow? Who knows! But I’m ready for it. Bring it on, Chornomorsk!