Strange Packages Sent by Mail: Stories from a Postal Worker

As a postal worker, my job sometimes involves handling some of the strangest items for shipment. From unconventional packages to intriguing stories, here are a couple of the most peculiar situations I've come across in my career.

Unusual Cow Manure Analysis

I live and work in a rural community where I often encounter unique requests from local residents. One day, a man came in with a bag full of cow manure to be sent for an analysis of the cow's diet. By itself, this request isn't particularly unusual, but the way he packed it certainly is. The smell was overpowering even after he placed it in a priority mail box. In my efforts to contain the odor, I suggested that he get a plastic container from Dollar General to ensure the contents were sealed properly.

This solution worked, and every time he came in after that, the product was already packaged appropriately. I can't help but wonder if he continued to use a plastic container or resorted to using baggies instead. The important thing is that the next time he came around, the smell didn't pose a risk to other mail.

Shipping Marijuana to the Crime Lab

Another unusual request came from a local law enforcement officer who needed to send a box of marijuana to the state crime lab. While this might seem straightforward, it certainly wasn't a typical package to handle. After retaping all the edges of the box to make sure it wasn't emitting any odor, the package was sent on its way. Thankfully, I didn't need to send the officer to Dollar General; the task was handled with the necessary care to ensure the safety of the community.

Same Day Courier Service: A Family's Moving Adventure

Working for a global logistics company, I'm also involved in a same-day courier service that handles unique requests, such as moving live animals. A family in the UK faced a major challenge when their cat went missing as they were preparing to move house. After a frantic five hours of searching, the family moved as planned, leaving a note for the new owners for the cat in case it showed up. The cat turned up in the afternoon, and after a reunion, the family shipped the beloved fur baby home using our same-day courier service for a price of ￡200.

This experience highlights the versatility of our services and the importance of our role in bringing people and pets back together during unexpected situations. Whether it's a cow's diet or a family's furry friend, we strive to handle these unique requests with professionalism and empathy.