“Some Things Will Never Change”
Amid a constantly shifting world, the enduring nature of certain routines can serve as a lifeline.
By Vincent Semidey
In the corner of the dimly lit cafe,
there sits a figure, hunched over the counter,
ordering the same drink day after day,
as if clinging to a lifeline, a constant anchor.
The world spins on its axis, ever-shifting,
but in this small corner, time stands still,
a refuge from the chaos, a moment of gifting,
the comfort of familiarity, a tranquil thrill.
The barista knows the order by heart:
the cup placed gently on the worn-out coaster,
a ritual repeated, a routine set apart,
in this sanctuary, where change is a foreign impostor.
The liquid warmth soothes the restless soul,
a familiar taste, a sense of stability,
in a world full of turmoil, beyond control,
this simple act offers tranquility.
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