We count on postmen and women to deliver the mail. They are dedicated individuals who go the extra mile to hand-deliver our letters and packages.

We have tremendous gratitude to each mail person and the mail system for their steady help, nearly every day. The gratitude often goes unnoticed and unexpressed.

They work in all kinds of weather conditions, navigate challenging routes (including aggressive dogs), and play such an essential role in connecting communities – especially important for people in rural areas, senior residents, and small businesses. They show a quiet heroism.

“Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds.” (A slogan associated with the US Postal Service.)

My post person has been faithfully with me for over 20 years. That is a moving fact. The work he does matters! It’s a career that requires a human being who shows up and cares. It’s work and people we trust.

Even when there is a question about my mail, he rings the bell and we talk because he wants the letter or package to get to me. That’s empathy and an ethical commitment with outstanding service. For many, their jobs are more than tasks to be completed.

Every postal worker is a leader. Strong and humble. Creative, resilient, kind.
We must celebrate their work.

There is something irreplaceable about the human connection, spirit, and accountability.

Here are some other people who come to mind with similar qualities of dedication and service:

Teachers (especially those who’ve stayed in the profession for decades) building relationships with students and families, often spending their own money on supplies and going far beyond their job descriptions because they genuinely care about each child’s future.

Nurses and healthcare professionals who provide not just medical care but comfort, dignity, and human connection to patients during vulnerable moments. They often remember personal details about patients and families, creating trust through consistency and compassion.

First firefighters, paramedics, police officers – who run toward danger when others run away, and who often form deep connections with the communities they serve.

Public librarians who help people navigate everything from technology to job searches to finding the right book, treating each person with respect regardless of their circumstances.

What other people do you trust and have gratitude towards for the work they do to help you and others live well?

Thanks – Michael (he, him)

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