"It's easier for the kids to remember."
Gerry must without a doubt be the happiest person I have seen at work... ever! She has been holding her job for 28 years and has loved every minute of it.
Also, I have never ... ever seen as many people and kids smile at the same person!
I came across Gerry very unexpectedly ... It was past 3.30pm when I walked up Northcote Road towards Wandsworth Common to where I had parked my bike. I had been around the area for over an hour, always on the lookout for something interesting. With a couple of fun shots "in the bag" I decided to call it a day.
Little did I know that as I was about to cross the road to get to my bike... there stood Gerry in the middle of the road. Big smile, chatting away to each and everyone she came in contact with.
And they kept coming, first from left and then from right. They all called her name and she knew every one by their name too, children as well as adults.
"See you Monday"
"Yes, see you Monday sweetheart!"
Witnessing this brings a big smile to my face too! Somewhat intrigued I walked over to Gerry. I wanted to know more. I had met people with Gerry's job before. However, so far I had always been on the other side of the coin. I was made to wait! Never assisted in such a kind, up beat manner.
So this was my chance.
"I love my job!"
"I can see that! You are amazing. I usually have to give way to buses but they stop for you ... and the driver even waves at you."
"The kids must love you too. To see a smiling face when they get out of school must be lovely."
I bet she can't wait for Monday morning to come along when she'll see the entire mob again. Twice a day.
"The kids are the same in the morning! We always have a laugh."
I wonder what weekends and school holidays must be like for Gerry?
"I go down to Bogner (Regis). I have a caravan there."
The 20 minutes or so of hard work are over. No more action to be had. I jump on my bike.
As for Gerry, she'll be on her way to Bogner soon too!
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