That morning felt different. The sun wasn't high yet, but it was already as hot as midday. The usually smooth road slowly transformed into a sea of vehicles, stopped, waiting for each other, with no certainty of when they would be able to move again. I could only sit on my motorcycle, staring ahead, watching the seemingly endless line of vehicles.
To my left and right, people were starting to get restless. Some were complaining softly, others were busy playing on their phones, and still others were simply standing still, resigned to the situation. A woman in a pink jacket was sweating, while in front, a student in a white uniform sat upright, staring blankly at the road. Everyone had different goals, but that morning we were united by one thing: traffic jams.
Not far ahead, a large truck carrying motorcycles could be seen, contributing to the traffic jam. The narrow road forced vehicles to take turns, lengthening the queue. Time seemed to pass more slowly than usual.
But amidst this frustrating situation, a simple lesson resonated deeply. That in life, not everything is within our control. Sometimes we need to pause, take a breath, and patiently accept the situation.
I finally chose to enjoy the moment. Observing my surroundings, feeling the occasional breeze, and realizing that a journey isn't just about getting to the destination, but also about what we experience along the way.
And as the vehicle slowly began to move, I smiled a little. The journey continued, as did the long day that was still waiting to be lived.
| Photographer | Smartphone used | Location |
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 @gunting | Realme C53 | Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam |
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