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I might want a job working on that truck myself. LOL

The Garbage Guys

They usually show up early
Today some came an hour
Ahead, and its only Tuesday
What brought on that enthusiasm in this shower. 

They could have waited until
The storm is over around ten 
Staying at home and 
Lying in their warm bed

But out in this horrible, terrible
Cold, wet weather
In those damp, smelly trucks
How do they endure it altogether

And yes, some of them are drivers
With special training with CDLs
And can use those joy sticks
To pick your roll-out carts up   

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Gershon Wolf Date: 1/15/2024 8:02:00 PM I guess it's 'Breast Cancer Awareness Month' for Garbage Trucks over on your side of the pond, eh? Keep smiling, gw Login to Reply Sara Kendrick Date: 1/16/2024 3:15:00 AM Oh!! You would think so. I think a woman owns this garbage company. Very hard-working intelligent woman. Thanks for stopping by. Sara K

Darlene De Beaulieu Date: 1/9/2024 3:39:00 PM Hello Sara Kendrick, These men work very hardin horrible weather. It is a lovely tribute to them. Hugs. /Darlene/ Login to Reply Darlene De Beaulieu Date: 1/10/2024 10:31:00 AM Hello Sara, Your husband had a great idea. You know sara thes men work very hard in all conditions. When it is hot and humid people here give these guys a cold bottled water. Your welclome. Hugs. /Darlene/ Sara Kendrick Date: 1/10/2024 5:06:00 AM Darlene, My husband started a garbage service here after we were married maybe 4 years or so. He need a job where he could be his own boss and that was the way he went. He made a success of it. He has worked in all kinds of weather, all kinds of conditions, etc. He has not had to work like that in a long time though. Thanks for the visit. Sara K

Sotto Poet Date: 1/9/2024 7:01:00 AM Your poem is truly exquisite, evoking a deep admiration for the dedicated individuals who tirelessly work as Garbage Guys, braving all weather conditions. Your tribute is both thoughtful and commendable. Thanks for sharing Sara Login to Reply Sara Kendrick Date: 1/9/2024 7:49:00 AM Why, thank you, Lasaad. Sometimes we just have to write something different. Your visits always encourage. Sara K

Tom Woody Date: 1/9/2024 6:24:00 AM Ours are usually a day or two late. Labor shortage. Still, what would we do without them? Nice tribute Login to Reply Sara Kendrick Date: 1/9/2024 7:47:00 AM Thank you, Tom, for your visit. Yes, what would we do without them. Yes, no many people are out there lined up looking for a job doing garbage service. Your visit added a special touch. Sara K

Ink Empress Date: 1/9/2024 5:15:00 AM Its amazing their work ethics and energy during storms too, makes me think too. Very well written . I love the way this flows so seamlessly. Especially “ How do they endure it altogether“ exactly my thought. So much respect for such individuals. Sending you light always. Hope the weather isnt too bad there. Login to Reply Sara Kendrick Date: 1/9/2024 7:59:00 AM IE, I live in central west Georgia USA. I think it is about gone now, but it is still very dark out and it feels like another system is on its way, but maybe not. I hope so. I think we may have had at least 4 inches of rain. Sara K Ink Empress Date: 1/9/2024 5:30:00 AM Where do you live? I hate thunderstorms. Its great to know there is no more tornado threat. Sending you prayers Sara Kendrick Date: 1/9/2024 5:23:00 AM IE, Thunder rolls every once in a while, pouring rain off and on but I think the worst is over or at least I hope so. We got a lot of rain last night but don't know exactly how much, my husband hasn't checked the rain gauge.I imagine those guys who are out there working have experience many of the drops personally. Thanks for your visit. Sara K