[ENG/ESP] A Wednesday filled with work, rain, and makeshift repairs
Happy day, dear friends of #wednesdaywalk .
Here I am again for another week, with a joyful heart, to share my journey with you and a little glimpse of everyday life on our beautiful Margarita Island. Every Wednesday has become a little ritual that I enjoy immensely, because it allows me to pause for a moment, look around, and tell you how my day went—with all its details, unexpected twists, and joys.
This day started very early—even earlier than usual—even though it was a holiday for many here on the island. While much of the community was resting, our family business had to work. That’s just how this line of work is; while others enjoy themselves, we make sure everything runs smoothly so they can do so with peace of mind. And although it’s sometimes hard to get up early, there’s also a certain charm in watching the city slowly wake up, with that fresh air that lingers in the early morning after the rain.
Our first stop was the Parque Costa Azul shopping center. With so many tourists and vacationers visiting these days, we’ve had to check the water quality and the filter’s operation almost daily. The water trucks have been refilling the tanks quite frequently, which requires constant monitoring to ensure everything is in optimal condition. The weather was beautiful; the sky was clear, the colors were vivid, and the plants were radiant after the overnight rain. It was impossible not to feel a little burst of energy upon seeing the landscape so refreshed.
Feliz día, queridos amigos de #wednesdaywalk .
Aquí estoy otra semana más, con el corazón contento, para compartirles mi recorrido y un pedacito de la vida cotidiana en nuestra hermosa Isla Margarita. Cada miércoles se ha convertido en un pequeño ritual que disfruto muchísimo, porque me permite detenerme un momento, mirar alrededor y contarles cómo transcurrió mi día, con sus detalles, sus imprevistos y también sus alegrías.
Este día comenzó bien temprano, incluso más de lo habitual, a pesar de que era feriado para muchos aquí en la isla. Mientras gran parte de la comunidad descansaba, nuestra compañía familiar tenía que trabajar. Así es este oficio; mientras otros disfrutan, nosotros nos ocupamos de que los servicios marchen divinamente para que puedan hacerlo con tranquilidad. Y aunque a veces cuesta madrugar, también tiene su encanto ver la ciudad despertar lentamente, con ese aire fresco que deja la madrugada después de la lluvia.
Nuestro destino inicial fue el centro comercial Parque Costa Azul. En estos días de alta afluencia de turistas y temporadistas, hemos tenido que verificar la calidad del agua y el funcionamiento del filtro casi a diario. Las gandolas han surtido agua con bastante frecuencia y eso exige un monitoreo constante para garantizar que todo esté en óptimas condiciones. El clima estaba precioso; el cielo limpio, los colores más vivos, las plantas radiantes después de la lluvia nocturna. Era imposible no sentir un pequeño impulso de energía al ver el paisaje tan renovado.
However, the trip wasn’t quite that simple. The work truck started acting up, though fortunately it allowed us to make it to the mall and get our work done. We finished the job successfully, with the peace of mind that we’d left everything in order. But by the time we left, my husband had already made a decision: to take the truck to the repair shop. The problem was annoying—the gears weren’t shifting smoothly, and driving like that was a challenge. The problem was that, since it was a holiday, all the repair shops were closed.
Sin embargo, el trayecto no fue tan sencillo. La camioneta de trabajo comenzó a fallar, aunque por fortuna nos permitió llegar al centro comercial y cumplir con nuestras labores. Terminamos el trabajo satisfactoriamente, con la tranquilidad de haber dejado todo en orden. Pero al salir, ya mi esposo había tomado una decisión: llevar la camioneta al taller. La falla era incómoda, las velocidades no entraban con suavidad y manejar así era un reto. El problema era que, por ser feriado, todos los talleres estaban cerrados.
My husband called a friend of his, a mechanic, who told us to go to his house in La Asunción. As soon as we arrived, he checked the truck and immediately pinpointed the problem: the starter motor, which we had replaced just a month ago. Without wasting any time, he got to work under the sun, with the kind of dedication that only good friends have—those who don’t hesitate to lend a hand when it’s needed. My husband knows a thing or two about mechanics, but when it comes to the truck, he only knows the basics, so it was a relief to have someone who really knew what he was doing.
Mi esposo llamó a un amigo suyo, mecánico, quien nos dijo que fuéramos a su casa en La Asunción. Apenas llegamos, él revisó la camioneta y enseguida detectó el problema; el cloche, que hacía apenas un mes habíamos cambiado. Sin perder tiempo, comenzó a trabajar bajo el sol, con esa dedicación que solo tienen los buenos amigos que no dudan en tender la mano cuando hace falta. Mi esposo sabe de mecánica, pero de la camioneta solo maneja lo elemental, así que fue un alivio contar con alguien que realmente dominara el asunto.
After an hour and a half of intense work, they managed to get the cloche just right—even better than last time: smooth, precise, and a perfect fit. With that unexpected problem solved, we returned home feeling a huge sense of relief. Today we were going to meet up with some friends for tea and a chat—a well-deserved break after such a hectic day.
Después de una hora y media de trabajo intenso, lograron dejar el cloche perfecto, incluso mejor que la vez anterior: suave, preciso y bien ajustado. Con ese imprevisto solucionado, regresamos a casa con una sensación de alivio enorme. Hoy nos íbamos a reunir con unos amigos para tomar té y conversar un rato, una pausa merecida después de un día tan movido.
That’s how our Wednesday went, dear friends. That’s why I try not to miss this wonderful initiative by @tattoodjay, which I enjoy so much every week—because I love sharing my daily adventures and seeing yours, and feeling that we’re all part of a community that celebrates the beauty and everyday moments of this day.
I’ll see you next week with another little glimpse into my daily life.
See you soon.
Bye
Así transcurrió nuestro miércoles, queridos amigos por eso trato de no perderme esta hermosa iniciativa de @tattoodjay que tanto disfruto cada semana porque me encanta compartir mis recorridos y ver los de ustedes, sentir que todos formamos parte de una comunidad que celebra lo hermoso y cotidiano de este dia.
Los veré la próxima semana con otro pedacito de mi día a día.
Hasta pronto.
Chao
The photos were taken with a Redmi Note 13
Translated with DeepeL
Photos was made with Inshot
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