Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Happy Holidays to Everyone!!

In 1970, forty short years ago - Marcia Schaaf opened her store
It was just 1000 square feet - At the time it seemed like much more
She worked hard and it began to grow - So she moved to a bigger space
She kept working and growing - In 1983 she moved to the current place
She had a thriving, floral business - When in 1987, Bud came on the scene
He jokes about their first date - And he's not saying this to be mean
But Honey showed up with a map book - With "5" addresses penciled in red
"Let's see how long it takes you to find them" - As I listened in dread
Hey! I'm just kidding - But you have to admit it makes sense
Now 24 years later - I can find any address with the utmost of confidence
Honey and I have been talking - And both of us feel pretty good
How long should we be working - Retirement is something we never understood
Do you retire and do volunteer work - Or get a job to fill in the time
Neither of us feels like - We're really much past our prime
Oh, we've gotten older - Just take a look at this old pic
The time slips by slowly - Then the years go by with a click
First, we'd like to thank you all - For your support throughout the years
We have many fond memories - As we've watched many of you grow in your careers
We wish you all a very happy holiday season - And may you have many more
As we say good-bye to 2010 - And welcome 2011 in with a roar
As for Honey and me - Schaaf Floral is where we'll be hanging out
Stop in and see us - We'll be working there without a doubt
As far as retirement goes - We'll keep you posted as well
We're going for at least ten more years - May "20" more, "Who" can tell
But "Who" isn't talking - So just stay tuned till next year
We'll send out another Holiday Missile - Until then, Happy New Year!!