avatarChristina M. Ward

Summary

The article humorously expresses the frustration of waiting for a story to be processed, with the author experiencing physical discomfort and questioning the duration of the wait.

Abstract

The author of the article is in the midst of an uncomfortable wait for a story to be processed, as indicated by the title "We are Processing This Story — Hang Tight." The author's patience is waning, leading to physical ailments like a crick in the neck and a cramp in the left butt cheek. The piece humorously questions the ambiguous instruction to "hang tight," and the author ponders whether they can engage in activities like getting a drink or snack, using an extra pillow, or watching Netflix to pass the time. The author's frustration peaks with a sarcastic internal monologue about the waiting process, only to be met with the news that the story is not yet distributed despite their patience. The article concludes with a whimsical note about the author's anticipation of future recognition by the "Curators of Oz" and an invitation for new writers and followers to "Happy Space Cats," a humor publication on Medium.

Opinions

  • The author finds the waiting process excruciatingly dull and physically uncomfortable.
  • There is a sense of sarcasm and impatience in the author's internal dialogue about "hanging tight."
  • The author is skeptical about the usefulness of the advice to wait patiently.
  • There is a humorous tone throughout the article, suggesting that the author does not take the situation too seriously.
  • The author seems to be seeking distraction and comfort while waiting, considering activities like getting a snack or watching Netflix.
  • The mention of "shiny dancing shoes and flying monkeys" from the "Curators of Oz" indicates a playful anticipation of future rewards for their patience.
  • The article ends with a promotional plug for "Happy Space Cats," suggesting the author's association with the publication and a desire to engage a broader audience.

We are Processing This Story — Hang Tight

how long?

Image by Susann Mielke from Pixabay

Seriously, this is getting painful.

There’s a crick in my neck and a cramp in my left butt cheek — how long am I supposed to “hang tight” whatever the hell that means?

Can I at least fix myself something to drink? I mean, if it is going to be awhile maybe a snack, an extra pillow? Should I cue up Netflix?

Haaannnngggiiinnnggg tiiiiggghhhttt…. gosh this is boring. Refresh. Refresh. Refresh.

Wait — wait, WHAT?

NOT distributed… I hung tight! I did!

till next time — the Curators of Oz will welcome me with shiny dancing shoes and flying monkeys! …all my impressive hanging tight…

You’ll see!

“Happy Space Cats is a humor publication here on Medium looking for new writers and followers!”

Christina Ward 🌼 cannot write a third person bio at the moment…she is busy hanging tight…

Poetry
Humor
Writing
Short Story
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