Teacher Mildred left footprints on hearts and minds A wonderful colleague never to forget Lived a happy life without regret Proud of her pious nuns, ,Christine her adorable girl A loving son and a priest diamond among pearls
A mother toiled, laboured to nurse her brood Educated them as best as she understood Two nuns, a priest inherit her cherished desire A deeply religious person before she expired , aspired to inspire Lived by values adhering to her faith Met her mate by destiny and fate An excellent teacher earned deserving praise In her honour ,glory a toast raise Generosity, magnanimity her cherished crown of glory Honesty, sincerity her social concerns and life story Respected at work,in society ,mild and kind A person of integrity ,character will always remind Never to criticise ,hurt feelings or complain Devotion to duty was her goal main An excellent teacher , most admired by all By any standards of yard sticks, stood tall Outstanding colleague amongst ten schools a rare find Etched foot prints on hearts and minds Blessed with long life under loving care Her vision ,legacy a sign posts for all to share 30 years plus wished on birthday A colleague worthy of recall anyway Volunteered as a benefactor of Trust to aid With respect, honour to eternal rest laid Nelson Lopes Chinchinim https://lopesnelsonnat.wordpress.com Nelson Lopes Chinchinim https://lopesnelsonnat.wordpress.com