When Revenge is a Snore: How One Cruise Ship Roommate Served Up the Ultimate Noisy Payback
If you’ve ever found yourself wide awake at 3 a.m., staring at the ceiling and plotting the demise of a snoring roommate, you’re not alone. But one cruise ship performer didn’t just fantasize about revenge—she orchestrated a symphony of petty payback that not only solved her sleep woes but also entertained over 16,000 Redditors in the process.
Let’s set the scene: a bunk bed, a cruise ship, and snores so earth-shaking they could drown out the anchor chain. Exhaustion, frustration, and a dash of creativity turned this maritime misery into an epic tale of “snore for a snore.”
Cruise Ship Living: Not Exactly a Dreamy Getaway
First, let’s talk about life on a cruise ship. It’s not just umbrella drinks and sunbathing on the deck. For the crew—especially performers—life can be a grind of long hours, tiny rooms, and, as in this case, involuntary participation in your roommate’s nightly “chainsaw orchestra.”
Our storyteller, Reddit user u/Adorable-Calendar-19, shares a cabin and bunk beds with her assigned roommate. As a seasoned performer, she’s no stranger to close quarters. But nothing could have prepared her for snoring so loud she could “hear it over the ship docking.” That’s right: over the anchor. Let that sink in.
Sleep Deprivation Hits Different at Sea
If you’ve never been kept awake by a snorer, count your blessings. For those who have, you know the desperation that sets in after night upon sleepless night. Earplugs? Useless. Over-the-ear headphones? Futile. Even the mighty roar of a cruise ship anchor is no match for this roommate’s nasal symphony.
But it’s not just the noise. Our protagonist describes the snoring as “concerning,” with moments where her roommate seemed to choke in her sleep. The first time it happened, she nearly fell out of her bunk in panic, thinking it was a medical emergency.
The (Failed) Diplomacy
Ever the reasonable roommate, she tried talking it out. The solution? According to the snorer: nothing. “Since she was sleeping fine it wasn’t a big deal.” Talk about missing the point! Changing roommates wasn’t an option unless there was a “major” issue, and apparently, sleep deprivation wasn’t considered major enough (try telling that to anyone who’s ever worked a double shift on two hours of sleep).
Petty Revenge on the High Seas
After another sleepless night following a grueling 14-hour workday, our heroine snapped. Enter: the ultimate petty revenge. She recorded her roommate’s snoring and, the next day, waited until nap time to strike. As her oblivious roommate settled in for some shut-eye, she pressed play.
The reaction? Immediate indignation. The roommate shot upright, demanding the noise stop. The performer coolly replied, “Well this is you snoring and you said it’s not a big deal, so why should I?” Chef’s kiss.
For three glorious days, every time the roommate tried to nap, she was serenaded by her own snores. Sweet, poetic justice.
Snore Wars: The Management Intervention
Of course, no tale of petty revenge is complete without a managerial intervention. The roommate reported our protagonist, conveniently omitting her own refusal to address the issue. But when the truth came out, management sided with our sleep-deprived performer, even telling the snorer she was being “difficult.”
The final resolution? Both parties got new roommates, and, presumably, a chance at a full night’s rest.
Why This Story Resonates
This post struck a chord (pun intended) with thousands of Redditors because it’s so relatable. We’ve all had to deal with inconsiderate roommates, coworkers, or neighbors who refuse to acknowledge how their habits affect others. Sometimes, a little well-placed pettiness is the only way to get the message across.
But let’s not forget the underlying lesson: communication is key, and empathy goes a long way. Maybe next time, the snoring roommate will think twice before dismissing someone else’s struggles.
Your Turn: Snoring Stories, Anyone?
Ever been kept awake by a snoring roommate, partner, or even a pet? Did you find a creative solution—or are you still plotting your revenge? Share your own snore-filled stories in the comments below!
And to u/Adorable-Calendar-19: may your new roommate sleep as quietly as the gentle lapping of waves against the hull.
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Original Reddit Post: My roommate kept snoring and refused to address it, so I recorded her and played it whenever she tried to rest.