SOMETIMES I HAVE TO WORK

Sometimes I Have to Work is a tender, rhyming letter from a parent to a child. A lineman climbs poles and some nights he misses pancakes, jokes, and bedtime stories. But his heart never leaves the house. The story shows helpers too. Firefighters. Nurses. Police. Soldiers. It honors the work that keeps our world safe and bright. Most of all, it promises this truth. Love can travel any distance. This book comforts kids and lifts parents. It turns hard nights into soft moments. Read it before bed or on days apart. Let the words say what your heart feels. There is an activity page for drawing dreams and brave jobs. Perfect for utility families, first responders, health care teams, and military homes. Ideal for ages 3 to 8. Give your child a story that feels like a hug. Written by Matt Jones, a husband, father, and electric utility worker. His job sometimes means late nights and weekends. He wrote this book to hold his daughter close and to comfort families who spend time apart.