Sunsets are underrated. In a tropical country like the Philippines, sunset is not guaranteed. After a long sunny day, the clouds are heavy by day's end and are ready to release a drizzle or a deluge. People are already too exhausted by then to notice the changing hues of the sky and are likely rushing to get what little fun is left for the day. Sunsets cast shadows on the pavements, mark the start of the illicit and taboo lifestyle, and beckon crunch time/overtime for the busy or unproductive.
People think that sunrise is harder to catch -- you have to wake up early, wait for the sun to emerge from the horizon, and endure the piercing rays of the early morning sun. They say that sunrise sets the tone for the day -- Is it a good day to go for a run? Will I get a whiff of the pan de sal from the nearby bakery? Will Manong Taho pass by today? Sunrise is the usual backdrop for hope, redemption, growth, and good coffee. Sunrise is the crowd favorite, while sunset is the underdog.
As a night owl, I live for sunsets. Sunset is a day well spent, a job well done, a reunion of friends and/or families, a homecoming, a chance for a last-minute workout, and a time to let go. Sunset is beautiful because it does not demand anything from us. It patiently waits for your attention. It only takes whatever is left of your energy. It allows you to be yourself. It does not judge your priorities or perspective.
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