Unsung heroes

I’m of that class of people, custodians, gardeners, baristas, grocers, that Eileen says is not often thought about. By day, I cashier at a gas station, and, by night, I deliver pizza. I have never had a spoken word of appreciation for what I do though generous people who tip heavily for their food do so graciously and that is a form of appreciation. It is appealing to think I’m an unsung hero in society, so thank you, Eileen.

I also happen to be a regular letter writer on these pages. I know I’m being read because of the follow-up letters criticizing or praising me, mostly trashing me for my man-crush on Novak Djokovic. I read the Journal every day. I notice there’s not much reaction to the students’ column every Saturday so I am also taking the time and effort to show my appreciation for these young journalists. Writing a column is not easy; it takes hard work to write in such a way to capture a reader’s attention. The only criticism I would have of the students is that they use more words than is necessary or else are using phrases as filler. They are too garrulous.

But thank you to everybody who writes, you are all appreciated, even if I don’t agree with what you say.

James Constantino

South San Francisco