Many look forward to retirement, only to discover that work was a stroll in the park compared to a life of daytime television, allotment gardening and getting under your spouse's feet. Paul's funny retirement poems paint contrasting pictures of retiring and the aftermath.
I'm so glad I am leaving
It’s not before time
It’s like release from prison
After committing no crime
It’s a cause for celebration
Bring on the dancing girls
Crack open a bottle
Let’s get the flags unfurled
I’ve worked too many years
For Scrooge like employers
Today is a joyful occasion
It’s the greatest of pleasures
I'm so glad I am leaving
It’s all I have desired
Thank God the day has come
I’m so glad I’ve retired
Since I’ve been retired
Everyday is a fun day
My week now consists
Of six Saturdays and a Sunday
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