I grew up in the rain, and love it. But not so much to ride in it. And I really don't like riding in the dark.

Remember the tandem and riders covered with Christmas lights in Men In Black II? Looked like something from Burning Man. That's my ideal nighttime commuter.

Newf, hang in there. Someone will come along to take your hours back down to normal. Are you at least getting paid overtime? That'd give you some shopping money for bike stuff, eh?