Night Works

Night Works

 

Leaning against my shovel, I rub at my eyes. Caffeine just doesn’t hack it anymore. I don’t know what I’m doing here. Well actually I do. I’m here for the pay. Nothing else would get me doing night works.

Bit of a joke really, calling it night works. One man in a steam roller roars back and forward, back and forward while about eight men, some leaning on shovels, and some sitting on their coolers, watch.

The scene is all lit up with flashing lights, safety lights, spot lights... and the noise! Well, you know what it's like... Even with those squishy little ear things in, my head is pounding.

Decide to start singing. Not like anyone can hear, plus it could help keep me awake.

When I was a kid I wanted to be a rock star. Start screaming out Amity Affliction, “We are all stars in the sky; We all shimmer then decay; So I wonder did I burn out, make a mark; Or fade away." Can’t even hear myself.

I make out a couple of stars winking above me and suddenly I laugh.

“I’ve practically done it!” I yell. “I’m practically a rock star!

(Beats my chest)

"The flashing lights!"

(Gestures)

"The stars!"

(I point upward)

“The constant barrage of noise!”

(Nobody has noticed me yet)

“I even have my name up in lights!” I roar, pointing at the flashing LED billboard.

It says WAIT.

My name is Wade.

(Shrugs)

Close enough.

 

Author's Note

random attempt at killing writers block :)

i own no rights for amity affliction songs... obviously :P

Reviews

[Paramagnus]

Quite to the point and very clear. Even without any complexities it portrays happiness and repose that people hardly see these days.

[Stan Lee]

Thanks Paramagnus. I'm glad you picked up on the happiness and repose. Thanks for reading & reviewing. :)

[Ella R.]

The whole little story resembles to a spiral. The deeper you go, the closer you are to its big bang point. "Close enough". I liked it. Feels like my type of writing.

[Stan Lee]

Thanks for reading and reviewing.

[Splatman73]

Nice story. It made me laugh. Reminds me of when I'm at work and I'm bored. I often end up singing. Personally I'm singing Disney but everyone has different tastes and that's not a bad thing. Definitely enjoyed this one.

[Stan Lee]

To what do I owe the honor Splatman! Two reviews is mighty generous. I will attempt to return the favor, feel free to send me requests if there's any particular stories you want me to read. I'm pleased as punch that my story made you laugh. Personally I'm singing pop but I thought a loud screamy song would work best for the application! :D Thanks again for reading & reviewing.

[The Exiled Wolf]

I love this story and how you play with the words. Yea you are the rock star working on the rocks! This is a quality random attempt to be honest. This story puts a smile on my face, especially when I am studying engineering in college! :D Thanks for sharing this funny little story!

[Stan Lee]

Thanks for your review Wolf. I'm glad that you found it honest and amusing enough to put a smile on your face! :)

[ReedWrite]

I love this piece.
Witty. Quirky. Honest. Real.
And, oh my, the ending. LOVE that.
My name is Wade. (shrugs) Close enough.
This was...perfect!

[Stan Lee]

Perfect? Praise doesn't come any higher than that does it! Thank you so much for your generous review Reed. I'm glad you love my story! :)

[matrixmark]

Really cool. I am sure we can all relate to doing something like this in our lifetime. Whether it be singing into a hairbrush or dancing in the kitchen with you headphones on. This was a really cool little piece. I liked it a lot.

I had fun with the imagery of the man in the steamroller.

Mark.

[Stan Lee]

Thanks a lot Mark. :) I'm so glad that you liked my story and had fun with it.

[Lorry]

We can all be rock stars in our own heads at least. Mind you, even then, I still sound like a cat going through a mangle :)

[Stan Lee]

Finding Nemo..., thank you for your comments. :)

[Anorien Isilme]

I got a good kick out of this due to the sarcasm. :) I love the style of your writing. Maybe you should get writers block more often, huh? ;)

[Stan Lee]

Lol, thanks. Trust me, I get it all the time. I'm glad you liked it. Thanks very much for your review.

[Anorien Isilme]

I came back to revisit this work of yours today. I needed the smile it gave me. :)

[Stan Lee]

Aww, thanks so much. That's a wonderful compliment! :)

[Woody]

haha nice little one with your usual trademark, A. nice ending, too.
did it kick that blasted WB, I wonder?

[Stan Lee]

Trademark ending or trademark little one? Thanks for your review Woody! Glad to hear you liked it anyhow. It might have kicked it if I hadn't been so busy doing other things... like work.. and more work... nothing exciting like. :) Thanks again for dropping by. Good to see you again. :)

[Woody]

the shortness is what I had in mind. I could never write so economically if my life depended on it. you're a master at it. the ending too is another trait. I like a story with an unexpected ending.

[Stan Lee]

Ah okay, I see. :) Thanks again Woody.

[Liam James]

Nice quick read! Really relatable, and the ending was great. Liked it a lot!

[Stan Lee]

Thanks a bunch Liam. Most of mine are pretty quick. Good to hear that you found it relatable. Glad you liked it. :) Thanks again!!