After 40 years in the same institution, Dad was recognised yesterday as retired from Saint Mary's University. The occasion was marked by an afternoon reception and a presentation, plus speeches, on what was described as 'possibly the best golfing day all summer.'
It was one of those times where most of the people I spoke with said things like, 'I remember you when you were . . .' or 'My, haven't you grown up'!! Yes it's been quite a few years since I saw some of them, yet some of looked strangely familiar.
Usually, these things can be rather dreary, but the quality of speeches was higher than usual; the laughs were not the customary polite ones and there were a few sharp intakes of breath as one or two retirees seemed set to bare all. But good sense & good humour prevailed and a good time was had by all! Back to Dad&Jane's afterward for more morsels & musings. Mind you, as I had to get back to Fall River, I didn't stay too late. So, what now for the retiree? Rumour has it, shopping for a new boat is on the agenda!!
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