| The following piece of prose was written at the request of a former co-worker, Joyce, who surprised her husband with a framed version of the poem at his retirement party in 1999. She had jotted down keywords of sentiments for me to include in the piece. Bill Thirty-three years you devoted to Public Service And the same precious years you have given me. We were a young family of almost three when we started this journey Not knowing that we would grow to be ten over the years to come. We have called many places home throughout time And so many people have touched our lives. Amidst all the changes you consistently gave beyond 100% to your work Yet you never lost touch of us. My best friend was always there! Bill, I have always been so very proud Of the energy and passion you put into your position And all the people around you. I have always been so very proud Of the energy and passion you put into your family Even after a hard day’s work. The alarm clock has rung for the last time Our reward has come. We are free to do whatever we decide to do We are free to rock on the porch anytime we please We are free to play with the grandchildren while watching their lives unfold We are free to walk hand in hand down a brand-new lane. The best is yet to come for us As we reap the fruit of our labor. Thank you for letting me share with you The joyous years leading to such a blessed harvest. I will always love you |
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