That day, every step was heavy. Interactions were limited to forced smiles and quick glances. Lunch wasn’t appetizing, even if it’s one of the usual go-to. There was something unfamiliar with how things are sounding and looking. It’s gloomy, unsaturated, and faint.
The only words that came out were “maybe it’s just one of those days”.
Tired was an understatement if you would ask. It is a kind of fatigue that drains not only the energy, but the colors around you.
To understand this state is to understand a deeper, more desperate human instinct. The visceral craving for some rest that goes far beyond the physical.
Inside the car, thoughts are constantly circling back and forth. It was as if a film was playing continuously. You have no choice but to watch for it to end.
A Familiar Sanctuary
Entering the area, an instant sensation of relief was felt. It was welcoming and light. With the refreshing colors of white and green from its facade, you have no choice but to start feeling at ease.
Smiling faces greets you as you step inside the hotel. And before you even notice, you are all set up for a peaceful escape. With the hotel’s convenience, things are starting to get lighter and brighter.
As you open the door to your room, a warm musky scent welcomes you. It is familiar. It reminds you of something—home.
The bed is positioned in a way that it highlights the area’s beauty. Facing the horizon, you’ll have a place to ponder and think. The bath and toilet is clean, it was more than what you need.
As the sun sets on the horizon, the call for something nourishing starts to arrive. The hotel’s buffet reminds you that sustenance always comes first. The food is colorful, vibrant, and flavorful. But the Japanese station really stood out. When you’re under the weather, something warm definitely does its job. Their miso soup was the star of the dinner. It was light, aromatic, and genuine. It calms not just your stomach, but also your system.
Following this powerful start was their prawns and rolls. It was not overwhelming, it is right where it’s supposed to be. Perfect texture, flaky but not battery. Full of umami, but not fishy.
Sweet Decadence
The perfect ender to the meal was their rich melted white and dark chocolate. Everything that you dip into it transforms into something so delectable. Not too sweet, but not lacking. It is the right balance of bitterness and sweetness.
Concluding the meal, was their signature beverages. Their icy cold chocolate was unforgettable. It washes down everything, and gives your tastebuds a wild ride of sweetness and the last push of energy for the night.
Finding peace in the Dark
Ending the day with a warm and salty bath was the way to go. It was a time for a good show, while relaxing on the water. The gentle gushing of water made it easier to have a moment of peace despite all the chaos that’s going on inside the mind. For a moment, it was forgotten.
As the city settles, the horizon remains lit up. Looking out at the water, the heavy, grayscale world from earlier that morning felt a lifetime away. With tiny boats filled with colors and happy faces, it was a sight best paired with your midnight thoughts.
Sometimes, a “bad day” isn’t a warning of a collapse, but a quiet demand from the soul to pull over, step inside, and hand the reins over to somewhere that knows how to care for you. As visions drifted shut against the plush pillows, the world was no longer faint or muffled.
It was whole, it was warm, and finally, it was bright.
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