Welcome to another 99-word flash piece, inspired by the prompt over at Carrot Ranch: In 99 words (no more, no less) write a story that involves a dream. This action could have happened while awake, such as daydreaming, or make up a dream when asleep.
Enjoy!
The Anthem
I approach the lone microphone on the 50-yard line. Stadium lights shine down, obscuring the thousands of spectators. I clasp my shaking hands in front of me.
“Singing our National Anthem tonight is Cassandra Jenson, senior at Ridgefield High School.” The announcer’s voice echoes off the stands. “Please stand.”
Silence fills the stadium, and I take a breath, remembering my starting pitch. “Oh say—”
“Cassie!” Jordan shakes my arm, pulling me from my daydream. “I got it! I’m singing the anthem!”
“Oh.” I smile, covering my disappointment. We both knew only one singer would get the job. “Congratulations!”
Allison Maruska 
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Such a painful reality for the daydreamer — the dreams that don’t make it outnumber the ones that do. Yet we keep dreaming! Great expression of what that situation feels like.
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It’s something we can all relate to…
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Well done. It was a nice daydream while it lasted.
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Maybe she’ll catch her break later. 🙂
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I hope so. 🙂
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How disappointing for Cassie. Hopefully, her turn will come. 🙂
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My friend’s step dad has been singing the national anthem at SF Giants games once a season since their days at Candlestick Park. Looks like a fun gig.
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How cool!
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Oh when reality checks the daydream – clever story!
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Thanks! 🙂
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