[ENG/ESP] A workday Wednesday that also tells stories
Happy Wednesday, dear community. Today I’m writing to you again with a heavy heart, because even though the days keep passing and the calendar doesn’t stop, the flags remain at half-mast and sadness lingers like a silent shadow. We’re still thinking of our friends, our families, and so many people who haven’t been able to recover from the devastating earthquake that shook the mainland. That collective wound stays with us, but it also drives us to stay strong, to work with the best attitude possible to offer—even if only a modest amount—support to those who need it most.
This Wednesday, my husband and I went out on our usual route. It wasn’t a long walk or one filled with stops, but rather a simple outing with two specific, yet equally important, tasks. The first was to take a list of tools that needed to be purchased so they could be sent as aid to the mainland. It was a small responsibility amid everything that’s happening, but every little bit helps. Luckily, the city welcomed us with warm weather—that sun that seems to embrace and lift our spirits—and a blue sky that, despite everything, invites us to breathe with hope.
Feliz miércoles, querida comunidad. Hoy vuelvo a escribirles con el corazón un poco apretado, porque aunque los días siguen avanzando y el calendario no se detiene, las banderas continúan a media asta y la tristeza permanece como una sombra silenciosa. Aún pensamos en los amigos, en las familias, en tantas personas que no han logrado recuperarse del terremoto devastador que sacudió a tierra firme. Esa herida colectiva nos acompaña, pero también nos impulsa a mantenernos de pie, a trabajar con la mejor actitud posible para brindar, aunque sea, un modesto apoyo a quienes más lo necesitan.
Este miércoles mi esposo y yo salimos a realizar nuestro recorrido habitual. No era un paseo largo ni lleno de paradas, sino más bien una jornada sencilla con dos tareas puntuales, pero igual de importantes. La primera consistía en llevar una lista de herramientas que debían comprarse para enviarlas como apoyo a tierra firme. Era una responsabilidad pequeña dentro de todo lo que se está moviendo, pero cada granito de arena suma. Por suerte, la ciudad nos recibió con un clima cálido, ese sol que parece abrazar y dar ánimo, y un cielo azul que, a pesar de todo, invita a respirar con esperanza.
We completed that first task without a hitch and moved on to the second: servicing a filter at the Unik Hotel. Upon arrival, the maintenance manager welcomed us very warmly. He first invited us into his office to explain in detail what the problem was and what was expected of us.
Cumplimos esa primera tarea sin contratiempos y nos dirigimos a la segunda; intervenir un filtro en el hotel Unik. Al llegar, el gerente de mantenimiento nos recibió con mucha cordialidad. Primero nos atendió en su oficina para explicarnos con detalle cuál era la problemática y qué se esperaba de nuestra intervención.
We then moved on to the area where the damaged filter was located. It was the cascade filter, an important component of the hotel’s system that, unfortunately, had deteriorated due to a lack of timely maintenance. These are consequences that, though painful, must be accepted.
The filter media had solidified over time, turning into a clay-like mixture that was difficult to remove. This complicates the process, because it’s no longer just a matter of extracting material, but of figuring out how to proceed without compromising the structure. We took samples to determine the best course of action and assess whether we could salvage the filter, which, at least visually, still appears to be in good condition.
Luego pasamos al área donde se encontraba el filtro dañado. Era el filtro de cascada, un componente importante del sistema del hotel que lamentablemente se deterioró por falta de mantenimiento oportuno. Son consecuencias que, aunque duelan, deben asumirse.
La carga del filtro se había solidificado con el tiempo, convirtiéndose en una mezcla arcillosa difícil de remover. Esto complica el proceso, porque ya no se trata solo de extraer material, sino de estudiar cómo actuar sin comprometer la estructura. Tomamos muestras para poder determinar la acción correcta y evaluar la posibilidad de rescatar ese filtro que, al menos visualmente, aún se mantiene en buen estado.
With everything noted down and a clearer picture of the damage, we headed home to start mapping out the steps we’ll take in the coming days. Although it was a short trip and purely for work, I didn’t want to miss out on participating in our friend @tattoodjay’s weekly initiative. This space has become a little refuge—a moment to share, to connect, and to remember that even amid responsibilities and worries, there’s always something to share.
Con todo anotado y una idea más clara del daño, nos retiramos para volver a casa y comenzar a trazar las líneas de acción que aplicaremos en los próximos días. Aunque fue un recorrido corto y completamente laboral, no quería dejar de participar en la iniciativa semanal de nuestro amigo @tattoodjay. Este espacio se ha convertido en un pequeño refugio, un momento para compartir, para conectar y para recordar que incluso en medio de las responsabilidades y las preocupaciones, siempre hay algo que contar.
Dear friends on the Wednesday stroll, thank you for joining me once again. Sometimes our walks aren’t touristy, even though there are always scenic views—which are still part of the life we live and the stories worth sharing. I’ll see you next Wednesday, with another little slice of my Wednesday and another walk that I hope you’ll enjoy.
See you soon.
Bye.
Queridos amigos de paseo de miércoles, gracias por acompañarme una vez más. A veces los recorridos no son turísticos aunque siempre hay paisajes, que de igual manera forman parte de la vida que transitamos y de las historias que vale la pena compartir. Los veré el próximo miércoles, con otro pedacito de mi miércoles y otro recorrido que espero les guste.
Hasta pronto.
Chao.
The photos were taken with a Redmi Note 13
Translated with DeepeL
Photos was made with Inshot
That's a very productive Wednesday workday..it's good to manage your time going beautiful places at the same time enjoying working..
I'm glad you see it that way. Sometimes the day is filled with tasks, but when you get to move through beautiful scenery, the work feels lighter. It's as if each journey offers a little breather that helps you keep up the pace. Thank you for noticing that and for joining me in those moments that make the day even more worthwhile.🌹🌷🌻🥀🪷💮🏵️🪻💐🌸🌺🍀
What a beautiful way to turn a workday into a story. I really enjoyed the calm details and the little moments you shared. Thanks for taking us with you.
I'm so glad you felt that way. Sometimes, between tasks and outings, those little moments pop up that give the day a gentler rhythm, and sharing them feels almost natural. Thank you for joining me and for reading so carefully; it makes sharing these experiences even more meaningful.🌹🌷🌻🥀🪷💮🏵️🪻💐🌸🌺🍀
Hola @taniagonzalez feliz miércoles , toda 🇻🇪 en manos de Dios amiga
Así es amigo🌹🌷🌻🥀🪷💮🏵️🪻💐🌸🌺🍀