A Loving Farewell

Life moves on with or without us come what may Oh, Sorrow, how we feared this day. Oh, Sorrow, how we tremble in dismay The moment is upon us when we must say SAYONARA Your retirement came too soon and caught us unaware Now tears fall, are falling, falling tears of despair. We have cherished your friendship, your humor, your care And how you looked after us, ever constant, always there SAYONARA Confetti here, confetti there confetti in the air As we celebrate your honorable and hard-working years With applause resounding and loving but bittersweet cheers You are special Lovely Lady we will hold you close by With warmth and respect always and on that you may rely SAYONARA Pretty Lady, Lovely Lady, Pretty Please, Give us Ten Thousand Hugs before you take your leave Remember us, think of us and do not forget We want to be the memories you will never regret SAYONARA As you go, fly safe, fly far, soar high and away A New Adventure awaits you so do not delay. God Speed, Lovely Lady, as your hour of departure nears May you enjoy one thousand times one thousand Happy, fulfilling years SAYONARA