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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Date: 11/14/2023 7:25:00 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
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Margarita Lillico
Date: 11/16/2023 12:00:00 PM
Thank you John, nice to see you back:)
Date: 11/6/2023 6:28:00 PM
It is a thankless job. Someone has to do the dirty work. Nice write, Maggie:)
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Margarita Lillico
Date: 11/7/2023 6:36:00 AM
I agree, I did odd jobs like driving pizza, cleaning senior homes, home tutoring… just didn’t become a celebrity:)
Date: 11/6/2023 2:01:00 PM
A creative write. I enjoyed reading it. Good Luck... Have a blessed day writing away...................
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Margarita Lillico
Date: 11/7/2023 6:36:00 AM
Thanks Paula.
Date: 11/6/2023 11:46:00 AM
- A man you can trust when you need it ... Cheers for the Janitor ... would love to have one :) - Lovely written, Margarita :) - hugs
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Margarita Lillico
Date: 11/7/2023 6:36:00 AM
Thank you Anne-Lise.
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