Friday, November 7, 2014
I worked at Ridgefield High School with Marlene in special education. She worked very hard for our students. When I left she wrote this poem, framed it, and gave it to me. I read it almost every day and I would like to share it with her family.
"Like the trees may I find serenity in sun and shadow. May I bend with the winds of adversity yet never break. May I grow through all the seasons of my life in dignity and grace. May I reach ever upward toward the stars to God, Creator of my being, Source of all light and strength, Heart of Everlasting life."
Marlene was a beautiful and loving woman. We were all enriched by her presence. God Bless all her family. From her colleague and friend, Anne Beatty