Please pass the ear plugs

I got a call from an Ordean resident yesterday who has ringing in her ears from the 24 hour a day whine of sandblasters removing mortar from the school. Everyone has headaches and she won’t let her children play outside in the dust for fear of hurting their hearing.

On my way back from berry picking this morning I rolled my window down to listen. I’d probably survive it. I sleep with earplugs.

About the author

Harry is a ferociously good natured eccentric in Duluth Minnesota who detests traitors dressed up as Uncle Sam. You can find somewhat better edited writings of his at the Duluth Reader "contributors." page. The URL is:

https://duluthreader.com/contributors/h/84/284-harry-welty