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The Crane Operator

Across the river there’s a crane That’s 30 stories high, The operator like A Lego man up in the sky. As loads are lifted in the air And gently set in place, I wish that I could clearly see That operator’s face. I know I would be terrified But likely, he is not. I cannot fathom how he even Reached that sky-high spot. Yet he is up there, hard at work While safely down below, I gaze at the construction site And watch the building grow.

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Date: 10/9/2023 4:58:00 PM
I've seen pictures of workers on top of skyscrapers just sitting on an open beam eating lunch like it was only a few feet off the ground. I don't even like to climb a ladder. of course I know that as fat as I am, a three foot fall will still leave a big hole.
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Date: 10/9/2023 4:53:00 PM
It must be an incredible view Ilene but I for one wouldn't want to be up there looking down, I'd rather be down here looking up!:-) hugs jan xx
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