Under the shade of a ketapang tree stands a simple stall that seems familiar to anyone passing by. The wooden sign reading "ES CAMPUR WAK DIN" looks slightly faded with time, but that's precisely what gives it a warm and unassuming feel. People come to this stall not only to enjoy a refreshing glass of ice mix, but also to simply take a break from the hustle and bustle of the commute.
Several motorcycles are parked in a row in front of the stall. Their sounds occasionally mix with the roar of passing vehicles on the highway. A man sits relaxed on a plastic chair, sipping a drink, while on the other side, a woman prepares her wares, covered by a blue tarp that sways gently in the afternoon breeze. The aroma of fresh fruit, shaved ice, and liquid sugar wafts through the air, blending with the smell of earth and freshly drizzled asphalt.
This atmosphere often brings a sense of calm. There's no luxury here, just honest simplicity. People come and go, leaving behind a trail of stories beneath the leaf-shaded roof of the stall. From motorcyclists stopping to quench their thirst, to loyal customers who have memorized every flavor from "Wak Din"'s own hands.
On the other side of the road, cars and motorcycles pass by nonstop, creating a unique rhythm of life. But in this small stall, time seems to slow down. Every sip of es campur feels like a pause a pause to breathe, think, and appreciate the simple things often overlooked in the hustle and bustle of life.
A stall like this may seem ordinary to some, but for those who understand the meaning of serenity, a place like this is a small home amidst a long journey. Here we learn that happiness doesn't always have to be sought far away sometimes, it waits by the roadside, under a shady tree, in a glass of handmade es campur filled with sincerity.
| Photographer | Smartphone used | Location |
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 @gunting | Realme C53 | Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam |
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