In a bygone era, this world had an army of dedicated youngsters who - rain or shine - delivered paper-based reading material, otherwise known as 'Newspapers.'

I had the privilege to be called a 'Paper Boy' while carrying the signature over-sized Tote Bag we proud few displayed with great pleasure.

Roll up some papers and prepare for paper cuts as I divulge the secrets of Paper Boys and how this lost trade brought some life lessons to a young Roofus.