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VAS
Member Rara Avis

since 2000-11-16

Posts 7450
Oregon

0 posted 2003-04-27 12:39 PM

I've composed the following for a retiring principal in our area. Your thoughts appreciated!

A PrinciPal

There used to be a princiPAL, his name was Dr. Mack.
If he saw you doin’ your best, he’d pat you on the back.

If you had some problems, you’d have a little chat;
and he would try to help you clean up your act.

You’d see him on the playground, with a smile on his face;
he’d stop and play some ball with you, and help you find first base.

If given the choice to be away, or spend the day at school,
the school would win every time, but mostly ‘cause of you.

You see, Kids, you are the best reason for his time,
and choosing to retire, weighed heavy on his mind.

But he’s worked so hard, it’s for the best, he deserves some leisure in the sun.
It seems to me, his memories will add to all his fun.

So wish him well, when you say, “Good-bye,” and let him know you care.
Then hope, with all your heart, for the one who fills his chair.

Now, I have to say, I have no doubt, you’ll fill the recesses of his mind,
‘Cuz teachin’ kids, and helpin’ kids, has been the best part of his time.

You’ll know he’s riding, across the plains, on his palomino’s back,
or relaxing, with his kitty, on his patio out back.

So bid “Adieu,” say “Good-bye,” “Adios” will be fine,
and try with all your might not sit outside and whine!

©April 26, 2003
Virginia Salter

Whether on the shoal or on the shore,
I'll seek the lighthouse evermore.

QjQ
Member Elite

since 2003-04-18

Posts 3756
U.S.A.

1 posted 2003-04-27 01:37 PM

I like it!!!

"It matters not how you answer, It matters only if i hear you"

Seymour Tabin
Member Empyrean

since 1999-07-07

Posts 31720
Tamarac Fla

2 posted 2003-04-27 01:57 PM

VAS
I think it's great and hope you gave him a copy.

regards2you
Member Elite

since 2002-10-01

Posts 3940
California

3 posted 2003-04-27 02:04 PM

VAS,

I think it wonderful. What are you going to do with it?

I like what you did with the title:

...PrinciPal..

Enjoyed, Pat

..without surrender, be on good terms with all persons..
"Desiderata"

[This message has been edited by regards2you (04-27-2003 02:05 PM).]

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