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Archive for December 17th, 2008

Thanks, snow plow guys

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And, thanks to my newspaper carrier — and, in advance, to the mail carrier and the Christmas-present-delivery-guys.

I am not a fan of winter. Too many coats, gloves, hats, slippery streets and sidewalks. Doing anything that involves going outside requires twice as much time and is just a hassle. Winter makes me cranky.

So, I am doubly appreciative of the folks who have to do their jobs outdoors in the winter. My side-street was plowed this morning, my newspaper was on time, and I’m pretty sure the mail will be in the box when I get home. Thank you.

Oh, and don’t forget: Shovel your drives and walks. Make it safe to deliver the goods. If it’s too slippery for you to go out, it’s too slippery for them to deliver.