It was the day before Christmas at the jobsite,

Not a foreman was stirring to the workers’ delight.

The gangbox was open, our tools were not far.

We were waiting for noon, to head home in our cars.

Johnny was sweeping, Dave was having a smoke.

Tony was telling us another old joke.

The pipe racks were hung with much adulation

But the project itself, was only halfway through its duration.

Paul fixed our bender with WD40 and some grease

That grumpy old man kept our equipment running with ease.

I was organizing material and when I heard such a commotion.

Brandon came back with donuts from Holtman’s.

Pull up some chairs and I’ll pour some coffee that’s fresh

Soon we’ll go home to our families and rest.

We shared a few laughs at the table and told a few lies.

Comradery is needed on construction sites of any size.

So, look out for your union brothers and sisters and your tool buddy too

Enjoy your time off and Merry Christmas to you.

I’ll see you on the next one.