I am taking the easy way out on this week’s challenge: A Day in My Life. Embedded below is a short video that was made by the Media Department of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. I have been an active member of the IBEW since 1968, and I am one of eight electricians at the Golden Gate Bridge.
I hope that you enjoy my day.
Q: How many electricians does it take to change a light bulb?
A: None. Real electricians aren’t afraid of the dark!
Allan’s Note: I am always on the lookout for new How many….does it take to change a light bulb? jokes. If you have any, please share them in the Comments section below.
Reblogged this on Edge of the Forest and commented:
Allan is a recent acquaintance through blogging. When I watched this film of a day in his life, I couldn’t help but be impressed. He is an electrician on the Golden Gate Bridge. He changes the light bulbs and walks up and down the giant cables. I am terrified of heights especially when they are open and unprotected. I have great admiration for the work he does. Great job, Allan.
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I am afraid of heights, at least when everything feels open around me. I am so impressed by your video and your post. Would you give me permission to reblog?
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Rosemarie,
You may reblog anything you wish. Thank you for asking and for the compliment.
Allan
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Thank you. I will do so.
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Awesome video, and congrats on getting FP’ed. Walking those cables looks like fun 😉
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Thanks for your kind words. The cables are a blast!
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How lucky you are to have the guts and the experiences!!!!!! Again, Kudos to you Allan!!!!!
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I recently read a quote by Karl Wallenda’s grandson (the high wire walker), he said, “Danger is always present, fear is a choice.” That applies to what we do at the GGB. We take appropriate safety measures and go to work. That only seems unusual to people I meet away from work.
Thanks for your comment,
Allan
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