T.G.I.W.

How many people do you think are on unemployment?

The number that came up when I checked Google, which took me to a Department of Labor statistic said that in February 2013 there were 12 million people in this category across the United States. Mix that with those who are receiving disability which is another 5.6 million. Then, there are those who are not in the mix (i.e. homeless) who do not have an official source of income.

You can add those together or, to some extent, they may be mixed together. Either way, we are thinking over 15 million people who do not have a job in this country. The good news is, you do.

For a select few of you, your job is a really enjoyable job and environment. You enjoy what you do. For others, you kind of like your job, but could think of another job you might like to do more. For the next tier, you are not that satisfied with your job and you come to work because you need the money.

Sure there are things that one may not like about all the things "taken out" of your paycheck before you even receive it. However, just to have the ability to make a difference in your workplace and then feel good about the money you receive is a good thing.

As this is written with the County employees in mind, there are people who take care of physical grounds to make it look good ro easier to travel on - appreciate that. For others, you take care of a lot of paperwork to make sure people know about their property or have proper tagging on vehicles - celebrate that. For others, you help make those you supervise an environment worth working in - give yourself a hand. All of you will assist with one another in various ways, picking up where someone cannot do something or training a newbie as they learn the ropes - thank you for that.

What is T.G.I.W.? It has nothing to do with Friday or Wednesday. However, it is "Thank goodness I work." Maybe it isn't the dream position for various reasons, but you have a job and within your job you can make a difference for your coworkers or customers.

Enjoy your work! You will enjoy it as much as you put in to it!