Kristine Laco’s 29th birthday 12-word challenge | #41 of 💯
The Plumber Hated His Job
But he loved certain perks of it
note: This story is a response to a challenge started by Kristine Laco for her 29th birthday in this story, where she apparently abducted a fellow Medium member to write for her. I discovered it via Ginger Cook’s story here. The words in bold are the words of the challenge. Read Kristine’s post for details.
I’ve always been averagest at my job, perhaps because I fucking hate it. Few jobs come with so many health hazards attached. I deal with shit everyday, literally. After five years unblocking toilets I’m still not fully used to the pungent stench of a ripe urinal.
What have I found in those toilets? You name it, I’ve found it. They are usually blocked with toilet paper, but a used condom or tampon is a daily occurence. Once a toilet was blocked by a huge marshmallow mass a little brat had thrown in for fun.
Being a plumber requires a strong stomach and low dignity. Many cannot put up with all the shit and give up. They have styrofoam stomachs. I’ve always wanted to be a writer but instead I ended up cleaning up other’s people shit.
Who knows, perhaps this job will make me a better writer. Write what you know and all…
