I looked down at my shoes Friday morning and saw that they needed a polish. I usually do it myself but reached into my pants pocket and found some cash, enough to sit down and have my shoes shined by someone else. Having your shoes shined is one of those simple pleasures in life that can make you feel good and liven up your step. I needed it Friday afternoon.
You see I had just spoken to a friend of mine who was just laid off from his construction job and was feeling kind of down about it. He is the second person I have spoken to in three weeks that has been let go from a good paying job. Both of these guys have years of experience and have parlayed that experience into good solid earnings. Now what are they going to do? (more…)