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In the past, I used paid-time-off to observe most of them, including Labor Day.
Work has changed dramatically over time.
Farming and other types of physical labor can take an incredible toll on the people doing the work.
Before unions were formed, the men and women looking for jobs had no leverage and had to settle for whatever the owner decided to pay.
As work moved beyond family farms, more layers were added to the workplace. There are people who create or develop companies, those who design products, the people who sell them, and the support staff it takes to run a business (human resources, finance, maintenance, etc.)
The fruits of our labor provide places to live and the ability to care for ourselves and our families. The money we spend supports jobs for other people.
In an election year the economy is a big issue - are there good jobs available for the people who want to work and will those jobs adequately support a family? The way individuals answer those two questions influences their vote.
I appreciate my job and my vocation - it's a privilege to work at Oakwood and serve donors. I have wonderful colleagues who perform a variety of tasks that ultimately provide a good home and excellent care for residents.
Whatever you do, I hope it's a job you enjoy and provides for you and your family. Here;s to enjoying the day off to relax and celebrate!
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