That Little Something

What happens when you don't make 6+ figures at your job? What if you're not even salary based and are a "disposable" employee? There are people I see everyday. Faces without names, but always a passing smile that is exchanged. Well there is one man in particular that I have much respect for. He's what we would call a custodian. He cleans out my trash can, vacuums my floor, makes sure I have enough paper towels in my bathroom, etc. etc...

He is so happy while he works. He always has a smile on his face and always says hi to me. Occassionally, he'll stop by the vending machine on my floor to grab a snack while he quickly has a mini-conversation with the other custodians.

I wonder if I would be happy doing his job. What if I weren't in a nice little suit, with a nice little everything? He always reminds me of how money isn't everything. How there is so much more to be grateful for in life, and how no matter your "status" you will always have an affect on those around you... good or bad.

There's a little something in him that makes him whistle while he's cleaning the mess I've made. He's got that spark... that little something... Sir, kudos to you.