Man, what a day! I’m tellin’ ya, being a prison warden in Wake is like riding a rollercoaster blindfolded. So, I wake up, right? Sun’s shining, birds chirping, and I’m thinkin’, “Today’s gonna be chill.” Ha! Spoiler alert: it wasn’t.
First off, I hit up the local konbini on Kōen-dōri for my morning coffee. You know, the one with the best onigiri? Yeah, that one. I grab my usual—salmon, of course—and the cashier, this sweet old lady, gives me a smile. I’m like, “Aww, thanks, lady!” But then, BAM! I spill my coffee all over my shirt. Great start, huh? I’m standing there, looking like a hot mess, and she’s just chuckling. I mean, c’mon!
So, I rush to the prison, right? I’m already late. Traffic on Kōen-dōri was a nightmare. I swear, if I see one more bike courier zoom past me, I might lose it. Anyway, I get to the prison, and it’s chaos. Like, full-on circus mode. Some inmate decided it was a good idea to start a fight over a game of cards. Seriously? Cards? I mean, I get it, poker can get intense, but c’mon, guys!
I break it up, and I’m fuming. I’m like, “You guys are in prison! Focus on getting out, not on who’s got the best poker face!” But they just stare at me like I’m speaking Martian. Ugh!
Then, I get a call from the city council. They wanna talk about the new rehabilitation program. I’m all for it, but the way they’re going about it? It’s like they’ve never stepped foot in Wake. They don’t get it! This city’s got its quirks. Like, did you know Wake has a famous hot spring? Yeah, it’s called “Yumoto.” I mean, who wouldn’t wanna chill in some hot water after a long day? But no, they’re all about “strict discipline.”
I’m pacing around the office, thinking about how to make them see the light. I mean, Wake’s got a vibe, ya know? The streets are alive! You got the bustling market on Kōen-dōri, the cool cafes on Kōen-cho, and don’t even get me started on the festivals! The cherry blossoms in spring? Breathtaking! But these council folks? They’re stuck in their little bubble.
After that, I head back to the yard. And guess what? The same guys from the card fight are now trying to start a dance-off. A dance-off! I can’t even. I’m like, “Guys, this isn’t ‘So You Think You Can Dance!’” But they’re all hyped, and I can’t help but laugh. I mean, who knew inmates could bust a move?
Then, outta nowhere, the fire alarm goes off. I’m thinking, “Great, just what I needed.” Turns out, someone was trying to cook ramen in their cell. Ramen! I mean, I get it, it’s delicious, but c’mon! You can’t just whip up a feast in a prison cell!
By the end of the day, I’m exhausted. I sit down at my desk, and I’m just staring at the wall. I think about how Wake is more than just a city. It’s a community. The people, the streets, the little quirks that make it special. I mean, yeah, it’s tough being a warden, but it’s also kinda rewarding.
So, I pack up and head home. I’m ready for some of that Yumoto hot spring action. I need to soak away this crazy day. As I walk down Kōen-dōri, I can’t help but smile. Wake, you wild city, you’ve got my heart. Even on the craziest days, I wouldn’t trade it for anything.