My Lonesome Lunch...
The other day, I had the unique opportunity to go for lunch alone as my colleagues who I normally lunch with were either traveling or not available. It was one of those slow days at work so I took a long leisurely stroll to an out of the place chinese eatery about 10 minutes walk from my office.
Due to the absence of typical conversation between my colleagues and myself, I was able to fully concentrate on soaking in the urban scene playing out before me during my walk. There were foreign tourists sporting backpacks and cameras, office workers walking at a brisk pace presumably not to waste time as well as shopkeepers peddling their wares to each passerby among others.
At the same time, there was an ongoing internal debate as to what to consume for lunch this particular afternoon. I was quite spoilt by the variety of food available. Typically, it would be my colleagues that decide upon the place while I tag along preferring to utilize my brainpower for other matters. =)
After much contention, I settled on a eatery that I seldom frequent just for the sake of novelty. The queue was significant indicating that it was a rather popular eatery and I was satisfied upon glancing at the wide variety of dishes available for selection.
Holding my steaming plate of rice, I navigated the queue while scooping generous portions of steamed fish and boiled vegetables which were still piping hot. When queuing up to pay, a most tempting smell wafted up to assault my nostrils. I turned to look immediately recognizing one of my favourite dishes. However, the brief desire was instantly replaced by a stern reminder which is still playing repeatedly in my head.
Regardless, lunch was still very satisfying and I left the eatery feel very satiated.
Due to the absence of typical conversation between my colleagues and myself, I was able to fully concentrate on soaking in the urban scene playing out before me during my walk. There were foreign tourists sporting backpacks and cameras, office workers walking at a brisk pace presumably not to waste time as well as shopkeepers peddling their wares to each passerby among others.
At the same time, there was an ongoing internal debate as to what to consume for lunch this particular afternoon. I was quite spoilt by the variety of food available. Typically, it would be my colleagues that decide upon the place while I tag along preferring to utilize my brainpower for other matters. =)
After much contention, I settled on a eatery that I seldom frequent just for the sake of novelty. The queue was significant indicating that it was a rather popular eatery and I was satisfied upon glancing at the wide variety of dishes available for selection.
Holding my steaming plate of rice, I navigated the queue while scooping generous portions of steamed fish and boiled vegetables which were still piping hot. When queuing up to pay, a most tempting smell wafted up to assault my nostrils. I turned to look immediately recognizing one of my favourite dishes. However, the brief desire was instantly replaced by a stern reminder which is still playing repeatedly in my head.
Regardless, lunch was still very satisfying and I left the eatery feel very satiated.
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