Retirement Book Text
Name Retiree Goes By's
Retirement
Roast
This book was written
in honor of
Name Retiree Goes By Last Name
to celebrate his/her retirement from
Place of Employment
Date of Retirement
Dedication
Name Retiree Goes By Last Name officially retired from Place of Employment on Date of Retirement. He/She had spent Number of years at job long, tough years on the job and was now looking forward to a change of pace. The adjustment from a hectic work schedule to a life of leisure would not be easy for Name Retiree Goes By. He/She was known to Co-workers as a hard worker, one who could always be counted on regardless of the circumstances.
"Hey Name Retiree Goes By, have you finished that rush job that was due yesterday?"
One thing Name Retiree Goes By wouldn't miss was the daily grind. Getting up early each day, working all morning without a break, grabbing a quick lunch, and staying late at night would soon be a thing of the past. Name Retiree Goes By rarely took a day off and generally skipped his/her vacation to help Co-workers at work.
Name Retiree Goes By often worked twelve hours and slept twelve hours. His/her boss was upset because they were the same twelve hours.
Name Retiree Goes By had had a long, distinguished career. His/her last job, Job Title at Place of Employment undoubtedly was one of the most important in the organization. Name Retiree Goes By often commented that they would have a tough time finding a replacement for him/her.
"You want a replacement for Name Retiree Goes By? What about that new kid in the mail room?"Retirement would provide Name Retiree Goes By and Spouse's Name with an opportunity to travel. Being a highly organized individual, Name Retiree Goes By could go anywhere at a moment's notice.
"Name Retiree Goes By, it says 'pack light,' not 'pack the light.' "
Retirement would also provide Name Retiree Goes By and Spouse's Name with a chance to spend more time with Family Members. Being such a popular individual, Name Retiree Goes By wondered if He/She would ever have any time to him/herself.
"I don't care if your bags are already packed, Name Retiree Goes By. Could you at least wait until we invite you?"
Name Retiree Goes By was looking forward to a life of leisure. Relaxing mornings, pleasant lunches, peaceful strolls and time for his/her favorite activities, such as Favorite Activities, would fill him/her days. The daily grind would quickly be forgotten.
"Sorry Name Retiree Goes By, I don't care what the doctor ordered. You can't come back to work for a rest!"
While most people fear the economic uncertainties of retirement, Name Retiree Goes By and Spouse's Name had nothing to worry about. Name Retiree Goes By's motto was "A penny saved is a penny earned." His/her sound investments over the years had built a comfortable nest egg.
"How could I be out of money? I still have checks left!"
Name Retiree Goes By's retirement get-together was attended by family and special friends. As always, Name Retiree Goes By tried to entertain everyone with stories about his/her achievements, however small. The enraptured crowd hung on his/her every word. They had to - it was his/her party!
"Thank goodness Name Retiree Goes By will only retire once!"
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