Summary
This web content features a poetic tribute to the author's blue-collar husband, acknowledging the unseen sacrifices and daily struggles of his work life.
Abstract
The web content presents a short-form poem titled "My Blue-Collar Husband," which is a heartfelt acknowledgment of the hard work and dedication of the author's husband. The poem touches on the often-overlooked aspects of a blue-collar worker's life, such as the physical toll, early mornings, and the emotional burden they carry. It serves as a thank-you note to the author's husband and invites readers to appreciate the full poem on Medium. Additionally, the content includes links to the complete poem and the author's profile on Medium, where readers can learn more about Alexandra Duncan, a millennial writer known for her poetry and memoirs.
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Some wives don’t know The smell of gas or diesel When he walks in the door
His daily Tylenol His early mornings Before the sun
The weight he carries on his shoulders
Thank you for reading my short-form poem dedicated to my husband. Read the full poem here.
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