Man, what a day! I’m tellin’ ya, being a glazier in Ballymoney is like a rollercoaster ride, but today? Today was somethin’ else.
So, I roll outta bed, right? It’s like 7 AM, and I’m already feelin’ the weight of the world. I grab a cuppa from that wee café on Church Street. You know the one? The one with the dodgy Wi-Fi and the best scones in town. I swear, if I could marry a scone, I would. Anyway, I’m chattin’ with the barista, and she’s like, “You look knackered!” I’m like, “Thanks, love. Just what I needed to hear.”
First job of the day is at this fancy house on the edge of the town, near the Ballymoney River. Beautiful spot, right? But the client? Total nightmare. She’s all, “I want it done by noon!” It’s 8 AM! I’m thinkin’, lady, I’m a glazier, not a magician. So, I get to work, and of course, the glass I ordered? Yeah, it’s late. Classic.
While I’m waitin’, I decide to take a stroll down Main Street. Ballymoney’s got this charm, ya know? The old buildings, the wee shops, and the people. I bump into me mate, Dave, who’s a butcher. He’s got this massive grin, and I’m like, “What’s up, mate?” He says he just sold a whole load of sausages to some fancy restaurant in Portrush. I’m like, “Good for you, mate! I’ll take a dozen!”
But then, back to the job. The glass finally arrives, and it’s like a scene from a horror movie. The delivery guy drops it! I’m like, “Nooooo!” Glass everywhere. I’m fumin’. I mean, come on! I’ve got a deadline! So, I’m pickin’ up the pieces, literally, and I’m thinkin’ about how I’m gonna explain this to the client.
Finally, I get the new glass in. It’s lookin’ sharp, and I’m feelin’ proud. But then, the client shows up. She takes one look and goes, “It’s not what I imagined.” I’m like, “What did you imagine? A unicorn?” I mean, it’s glass, lady!
After that, I’m just done. I head over to the park on the edge of town, you know, the one with the big oak tree? I sit there, tryin’ to chill. But then, this kid runs by with a football and smacks me right in the leg. I’m like, “Oi! Watch it!” The kid just laughs and runs off. Kids these days, right?
But then, something amazing happens. I see this couple gettin’ engaged right there in the park! The guy’s down on one knee, and I’m like, “Aww, that’s sweet.” I can’t help but smile. Love in Ballymoney, who knew?
After that, I head back to the workshop, and I’m feelin’ a bit better. I’ve got a few more jobs lined up, but I’m just hopin’ they go smoother. I mean, it’s Ballymoney, right? You never know what’s gonna happen next.
So, I’m workin’ away, and then my phone buzzes. It’s my mate, Sarah, askin’ if I wanna hit the pub later. I’m like, “Absolutely!” A pint after a day like this? Yes, please!
As I’m packin’ up, I can’t help but think about how crazy life is. One minute you’re fixin’ glass, the next you’re watchin’ love stories unfold in the park. Ballymoney’s got its quirks, but it’s home. And I wouldn’t trade it for anything.
So, yeah, that was my day. Just another wild ride in Ballymoney. Can’t wait to see what tomorrow brings!