so this morning i was rummaging through my bottom desk drawer that contains the last bag of leftover Halloween candy I purchased on discount November 1, when I remembered that we were having a special farewell coffee break for a fellow employee who has served 26 years and will be retiring at the end of this week.


so i made my way to the azalea room where we were treated with croissants and fruit as a few selected employees paid tribute to this wonderful, humble woman, Marion Bird. (if i work in this building 26 years, and have the last name 'Bird' I will insist on everyone calling me 'LadyBird').

it was touching to hear her department head, the head of the IT department read a poem that he had written himself while watching the season finale of Dancing with the Stars (go emmitt!). it was heartfelt to hear a tribute made by one of her sons. I was overcome when her fellow coworker, the only other individual who works with her on the phone system, got up and said a few words before pronouncing the benediction.

usually at these gatherings, one leaves with a wistful notion, imagining the words spoken at your own retirement coffee break. i, however, sang the final chorus wishing for chocolate croissants.

posted by Kelly @ 1:36:00 PM