By melll on Skatehive
Our unexpected beach escape began on a Saturday afternoon. We'd just finished lunch, and after an unexpected free period following our classes, we settled into our usual post-lunch routine: a spirited game of Uno. A text message from a friend interrupted our card game, announcing that our next class had an unexpectedly early exam. After the exam, we resumed our Uno match, this time accompanied by steaming cups of coffee. As the cards were dealt and played, our conversation drifted to first-year plans that had, for various reasons, never materialized. Chief among these unfulfilled dreams was a beach trip, repeatedly thwarted by unpredictable schedules and unforeseen emergencies. A collective sigh escaped us as we recounted the missed opportunities. But then, a spark of determination ignited. "Tomorrow," someone declared, "we're going to the beach!" The decision was made, and the impromptu planning began amidst the clatter of Uno cards and the comforting aroma of coffee. However, our gro