For Wolfgang Reader, the arrival of the neighbourhood garbage workers every Friday is an exciting time. According to his parents, Wolfgang waits for the workers to pick up the trash on his street. When he sees them, he waves them down.
Two in particular, Drew and D.J., always make time for a chat with the boy and to check out his latest garbage truck toy. They also call themselves his “Wolfpack.” If Wolfgang is not on the porch waiting for them, the workers will honk their horns in advance to let him know they are coming.
When Wolfgang’s third birthday was approaching in early September, his parents said he couldn’t have a big party because of the pandemic, but that he could invite a couple of friends over for cake. So when his parents asked who he wanted, Wolfgang, without hesitation, said, “Drew and D.J.”