Man, what a day! I swear, being a car instructor in Ukrainsk is like riding a rollercoaster blindfolded. So, I wake up, right? Sun’s shining, birds are chirping, and I’m like, “Today’s gonna be chill.” Spoiler alert: it was NOT chill.
First off, I hit the road on Kirova Street. You know, the one that’s always packed with potholes? Yeah, that one. I’m cruising, feeling good, when suddenly, BAM! A cat darts out. I slam the brakes. Heart’s racing. Cat’s fine, but my coffee? Spilled everywhere. Great start, huh?
Then I get to the driving school. Kids are buzzing like bees on a sugar high. I’m like, “Alright, who’s ready to learn?” But half of them are glued to their phones. I mean, c’mon! We’re in Ukrainsk, not some TikTok convention! I had to yell, “Put the phones down, or I’ll make you drive on the worst roads in town!” That got their attention.
So, we head out to the streets. First stop, the roundabout at Shevchenka. You’d think it’s a simple circle, right? Nah, it’s like a game of chicken. Cars everywhere, people honking like it’s a concert. I’m trying to teach them how to merge, but it’s chaos. One kid almost sideswipes a Lada. I’m like, “Dude, you’re not in a Fast & Furious movie!”
Then, we hit the main square. It’s packed with vendors selling everything from borscht to those weird pastries. I’m starving, but no time to eat. I’m trying to keep my students from crashing into the stalls. One kid, I swear, he’s got the attention span of a goldfish. He’s staring at a balloon vendor instead of the road. I’m yelling, “Focus! The balloon isn’t gonna drive you home!”
After a few more near-misses, we finally get to the quieter streets. Thank goodness for that! I’m feeling a bit better, but then we hit a red light on Haharina Street. And guess what? A parade starts! Like, seriously? A parade? In the middle of my lesson? I’m stuck there, watching people dance and wave flags. I’m half tempted to join them. “Hey kids, forget driving, let’s dance!”
But no, I gotta keep it professional. So, I’m trying to explain the importance of patience while we wait. But all they can think about is the music. I’m like, “This isn’t a party, it’s driving school!” But they’re all vibing, and I can’t help but crack a smile.
Finally, the parade ends, and we’re back on the road. I’m feeling a bit more relaxed, but then we hit a bump on the road near the park. I’m talking a serious bump. One kid’s drink goes flying. I’m laughing, but also thinking, “Great, now I gotta clean that up.”
By the end of the day, I’m exhausted. I drop the kids off, and they’re all buzzing about the parade. I’m just thinking, “Man, I need a drink.” I head to my favorite spot on the corner of Kirova and Haharina. Grab a cold one, sit back, and reflect on the day.
Ukrainsk, you wild city! You keep me on my toes. I love it, but some days, I just wanna scream. But hey, that’s life, right? Full of surprises, laughter, and a whole lot of chaos. Can’t wait for tomorrow!