marveling at the serene beauty of this place, earlier today, i had the fortune to witness a hippopotamus gracefully wading through the water, its massive form an absolute wonder to behold. it's remarkable, really, how these creatures can renew their energy simply by lounging in the water, a serene activity that occurs offstage, away from the eager eyes of tourists and cameras. someone nearby made a comment about how peaceful they look, almost as if they're able to renounce all the chaos of the world as they submerge themselves, a sight so captivating, it's etched into my memory forever.