Gift #52 Neither Snow, Nor Rain, Nor Heat, Nor Gloom of Night
November 5, 2009
Neither Snow, Nor Rain, Nor Heat...
2,500 years ago, the Greek historian Herodotus said—
“Neither snow, nor rain, nor heat, nor gloom of night stays these courageous couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds”
He spoke this adage during the war between the Greeks and Persians in reference to the mounted postal couriers whom he observed and held in high esteem.
Today’s postal service may not cross battle lines between warring countries, but they do battle threatening dogs, aches and pains, and of course, the elements.
Today’s tap has been off and on but the next hours and days are forecasted to be windy with a whole lot of rain.
So, as we stand on the threshold of Vancouver’s gloomy season, we salute all postal workers. Thank-you for your commitment to deliver the mail—yes, even the bills 
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If you found today’s gift, we hope you can get out of the elements to enjoy a hot chocolate or warm latte before getting back to your important work—upholding the ancient postal oath.
