Ten candles alight on the Tower
(Maybe electric twinkling ones
That wouldn't blow out in a shower)
It isn't just exhibits
That weather through the years –
As time goes by, it’s just the same
For many Volunteers!!
They’ll fall in slowly on the Square
In a pattern showing “1 0” -
Standing rigidly, with discipline,
Our ladies and our men
Some pre-date the Museum
(Their Provenance in doubt)
Ponsharden is the place for them -
Escorted when they’re out
Some Office Staff have changed as well –
And Volunteers too;
You come on shift a different day
And some folks think you’re new!
Let’s recognise the stalwarts
Who've been here since the start –
A “Prezzie” in their pigeon hole
- Reward them for their part ?
* * *
I regret I’ll miss the party –
I've a black-tie Lifeboat “Do”;
But at the Bar in Dorset –
I'll drink a toast to you.
Mike Pennell
