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In a poignant reflection on dedication and commitment, a long-time employee confronts the harsh realities of corporate life. With thirty-four years invested in a firm, he expresses frustration over broken promises and financial instability, emphasizing the value of loyalty over disposable relationships. The metaphor of eating an orange but discarding the peel serves as a powerful reminder that individuals deserve recognition and respect, not just as workers but as integral parts of a community.
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“There were promises made across this desk! You mustn’t tell me you’ve got people to see – I put thirty-four years into this firm, Howard, and I can’t pay my insurance! You can’t eat the orange and throw the peel away – a man is not a piece of fruit!”