A Colleague Retires

From Birmingham you came, a forensic in-patient unit,

To Leicester CAMHS, and a brave move into Yoof offending 'init'.

Mixing tough, hard, probation, and mild CAMHS proved a disaster,

So to bliss and perfection with a move to Bridge Park Plaza.

There we got on so well, with our dear friend Irene wheat,

Who secretly brought in Jimmy, under desks, snifted round at our feet.

You've spent hours at the wheel on some distant county foray,

And was once frighteningly swept off the road by an articulated lorry.

You will always be famous for your fantastic graphic design,

And your Summer lunch parties, (I think we even drank wine.)

We value your work, your commitment, and even enjoy the thrill,

Of noticing the link between the NHS fiscal crisis and our photocopying bill.  

The quality of your work and dedication needs a mention,

But now it's two lucky grandchildren who will be getting that expert attention.