Cheers For the Janitor

As corporate cogs go home for the day
Offices empty, regaining their still. 
Serene and reflective, sweeping away 
Janitor’s magic unfolds, if you will.

His footfalls echo as the dusk falls fast, 
Away from the noise, he’s working the night. 
Crucial starry role in a one man cast 
Sheds sparkle and shine by the morning light. 

Wonder if he hums a familiar tune, 
Grooving around comfy company chairs, 
Close companions - the kettle and the moon - 
True confidantes of his midnight affairs. 

 Though one man cast stays behind the curtain, 
 His spic and span act shows clean and certain.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Gondolf Avatar
November 14, 2023 at 7:25 AM
This is one of those thankless jobs that we never even think about except when we arrive in the morning and the trash cans haven't been emptied. Nicely written Maggie, it's good to see you on PS again. Hugs, Johnny
Lillico  Avatar
November 16, 2023 at 12:00 PM
Thank you John, nice to see you back:)
Turner Avatar
November 6, 2023 at 6:28 PM
It is a thankless job. Someone has to do the dirty work. Nice write, Maggie:)
Lillico  Avatar
November 7, 2023 at 6:36 AM
I agree, I did odd jobs like driving pizza, cleaning senior homes, home tutoring… just didn’t become a celebrity:)
Goldsmith Avatar
November 6, 2023 at 2:01 PM
A creative write. I enjoyed reading it. Good Luck... Have a blessed day writing away...................
Lillico  Avatar
November 7, 2023 at 6:36 AM
Thanks Paula.
Andresen Avatar
November 6, 2023 at 11:46 AM
- A man you can trust when you need it ... Cheers for the Janitor ... would love to have one :) - Lovely written, Margarita :) - hugs
Lillico  Avatar
November 7, 2023 at 6:36 AM
Thank you Anne-Lise.
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