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Grimpoteuthis's avatar

Yes, salt of the earth people are the secret bonus of blue collar work. When you don't have a lot of options for work, you can be happy and grateful to have a job. Especially one where you are given some freedom. I often look enviously at my school custodians. I appraise their mops and brooms and gear with a professional eye also. Please budget your energy and efforts in the heat. You have to be a donkey or mule in a way. Great essay.

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James C Douglas's avatar

Thanks for the kind words about my blog.

I'm thinking I'll go very easy tomorrow. I doubt anyone is going to ride me about it.

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