The life of a Tire Changer...

You know, Paid 800 to 1000 dollars for one days work doesn't seem like that bad of an occupation. That is, until you realize you're working, and placing your life on the line at every turn, with vehicles traveling around you at 55 mph, and the pressure of making 10 lugnuts go off and on in about 14 seconds. The glory of celebrating a win is a great thing, but the hammering and beating on a car in the garage must be a horrible thought.

Here's probably the thing thats most telling about the occupation, There is a teacher at my school, he works for a cup team. He had plenty of reason to celebrate yesterday, and a couple of other times this year. You know where he was this morning? Thats right, at the school teaching a class. Here he comes off the high of a great race, and he's placed right back at a regular job the next day. Talk about the ultimate weekend warrior. These guys are incredible, and sometimes a little perspective, especially from a person who wants into the sport does wonders for you.