2. Die washingdishes?By Lynn BarryWash wash washWash washThe
dishesVisions of meStanding thereThinking I haveNot a careThump
thumpThe heartPlugs the pumpInto the soap sudsI slumpNo not the way
togoWashing dishesNo No No 3. Bad DayBy Mike PahnlickThe smell of
gasolineA restless boydaydreamingA day in a life. 4. Son, you did
the bareminimum in high school andgraduated with decentgrades. You
should trycollege! But dad, What do Ineed college for I am goingto
be a constructionworker ! Be careful what you wish for! 5. Lord,
give me the tools to get the job doneKeep my drill bit sharp and
nails in my gunBless my mind with skill, should issues ariseSo, I
will be wiser than I realizeProvide me a never-ending load of
woodWhile assuring my efforts shall be understoodThen, when day is
passed, Lord, allow me to restWith the knowledge that I have given
my best.Lord, grant me the will to answer each callEven when the
phone is ringing off the wallRemind me, should I ever fail to
rememberMy job is a gift, New Years through DecemberI work with my
hands from sun up to sundownWith warmth on my back, I have no need
to frownSometimes, the job may become too much to bearBut, still, I
am humbled, because You are there.Lord, always be with me; help to
keep me soundSecure ye old ladder, firmly on the groundProtect me
from harm, as I travel alongBut, most of all, Lord, be sure I am
strongMy ultimate goal is to bless others homesSo, Lord, please be
certain, wherever I roamI give my heart, always, to all that I doIn
the very manner, my heart praises You. 2008 Jill Eisnaugles Poetry
Collection 6. Its time for a change.I am just not happy in my
work,and I cant stand getting out ofbed in the morning.No more BS I
am just gonna doit.No more video games.No more partying.I am just
gonna do it!!!
