What I Learned From My Summer Job

Even the worst summer job can teach you something. For instance, always carry an epi-pen. Vaseline is not a substitute for sunblock. On garbage day, take the bus. Summer jobs: Sometimes, there's no knowing how bad it is until it's behind you and you can look back and say, yes, that stockroom was indeed a dusty, drywalled box of matches. This month's Of Recent Note is: What I Learned From My Summer Job Tell us the moral of your worst temporary employment. What did you learn, and why? Send entries (around 150 words each) to bridget@themorningnews.org by Wednesday, July 28, midnight Eastern time.