I was invited back to Paragon for a day of fun

On a gorgeous August 13 morning, Sandie picked me up at home so that I could tour the new Paragon office and hang out with lots of great work friends for lunch on a river cruise aboard the Mississippi Queen.

Jesper and Bill

Lunch was a banquet of fine food, drinks, and desserts, which we enjoyed while leisurely cruising the vital Mississippi, including a couple of the locks, and a great view of the Stone Arch Bridge near downtown Minneapolis.

Martin met me with a huge cucumber, which made it seem just like the old days for me. Paragon occupies a bright new suite with terrific views in all directions.

Mid- morning I got called into Martin's office. When I stepped in, there were already people there, and they presented me with a handsomely-framed collage capturing many of my fondest days with this extraordinary collection of work-friends.

I am a blessed and lucky man!

Comments

Hilary said…

Wow...they continue to shower you with love 10 months after retirement! You clearly are a special man to all of them....and us!

September 10, 2009 at 9:44 PM

Vivi said…

That's cool, dad. I'm glad you were able to go. I'm sure a lot of people were really happy to see you again.

September 10, 2009 at 10:03 PM

scott said…

One could only wish for such friends...and here you are living the dream of many....

September 11, 2009 at 6:48 AM

Heather said…

aww dad-that's so great!! What a cool thing to have you go along and to give you a gift, wow. They sure love you!

September 23, 2009 at 9:01 PM

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