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Thinking to myself that I was truly exhausted, I forced my sleepy eyes open and headed to work.
It's a relief that the heat is better than yesterday, but I hear it's supposed to flare up again this weekend. Give me a break.
I managed to get through my work at my desk today, went out for lunch, took a short nap, and then started on my afternoon tasks.
I've been listening to the radio with one ear while working lately, so it's just right for killing time.
Of course, I haven't told anyone that I'm thinking about changing jobs, so my heart isn't always in my work. But no matter how I look at it, I can't imagine myself working in the same place a few years from now. So, I guess the time to quit will come eventually.
But for now, I'm just doing my best to keep up with the live concert schedule I have for this year. Still, I find that having a deadline makes me appreciate each concert more. I'm not sure about next year and beyond.
Today, I'm heading to Shinjuku after work.
First, I rushed into Komeda's Coffee, where I enjoyed a cheese curry toast and a banana juice while reading a book.
After that, I headed to Cinema Qualite to watch a Mexican film called "Martinez."
This is my first time coming to Cinema Qualite since they announced its closure, so it makes me a bit sad to think that another one of my important shelters is going to disappear...
Personally, I liked Cinema Qualite more than Musashinokan. Is this the impermanence of all things? It's such a shame.
If I started talking about the movies I've seen at Cinema Qualite, there would be no end to it. I think I've seen at least 50 films there.
The movie I saw today, "Martinez," is about a man in his 60s named Martinez who works at an accounting firm. He follows a strict daily routine and lives alone, avoiding social interaction as much as possible.
One day, his elderly neighbor is found to have died alone. Among her belongings, many items are discovered that show her affection for Martinez. Upon finding them, Martinez begins to develop feelings for his late neighbor.
There was very little dialogue in the film, and I was impressed by how many scenes relied on visuals to tell the story.
In addition, the character of his optimistic subordinate colleague, who contrasted with the eccentric Martinez, really stood out and was great.
Honestly, I was so tired that I was dozing off during the second half, but the final scene at the sea was breathtaking.
I've been getting home close to midnight lately, so I feel like I got a good deal by making it home before 10:00 PM.
The aiko merchandise T-shirt and mascot I plan to wear to the festival have arrived, and I'm starting to look forward to the weekend. I can't afford to collapse in a place like this just yet. After all, I still want to play until I reach the absolute limit of my physical strength.