This afternoon, the atmosphere at the roadside market felt lively. The sky was starting to gray, a sign that rain might soon fall, but that didn't deter shoppers from coming to find their daily necessities. Among the rows of motorcycles parked along the roadside, several people were busy selecting vegetables, fruit, and other food items. The voices of vendors offering their wares echoed the roar of passing vehicles on the main road.
Under simple thatched roofs and faded blue awnings, vendors smiled kindly as they served customers. The smell of earth mixed with the aroma of fresh vegetables and ripe bananas filled the air. Some shoppers were haggling over prices, while others simply engaged in light conversation, creating a warmth amidst the bustle of the cloudy afternoon.
Although this market appears simple, life flows within it. Every small transaction is part of the daily struggle, every greeting a sign of togetherness among residents. Here, time seems to pass more slowly everyone is busy but still attentive to one another. There's a beauty in the simplicity of a market like this, a place where the wheels of the economy turn in the most human way possible: with honesty, hard work, and genuine smiles.
As the sun begins to hide behind the clouds, the shoppers leave one by one. But the smells of the market, the sounds of laughter, and the sight of bustling afternoon activity will always be a small part of daily life in this city a simple portrait of how people depend on each other, interact, and survive amidst the hustle and bustle of a constantly changing world.
Note: I am writing in Indonesian and using the help of Google translate to translate into English.
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| Photographer | Smartphone used | Location |
|---|---|---|
| @gunting | Realme C53 | Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam |