I wanted to introduce some humor into the occasion as I felt that emotions might lean toward sadness, and creating a “Retirement Survival Kit” afforded the perfect opportunity to add some levity to the situation. I collected all the items listed below and arranged them in a shadow box as a visual, poignant tribute to Terri.
Terri’s Retirement Survival Kit
Kit Kat because it’s time to “take a break”
Heart to remind you to follow yours
Marker because retirement “marks” the beginning of a new journey
Candle to remind you your future looks bright
Money for your retirement fund
Marbles to replace the ones you lost
Key for being a “key” to our success
Bath Salts “to take you away”
Confetti to celebrate the joys of retirement
Seeds for all your dreams to grow
Chalk to “chalk” it all up to a job well done
Mints for a fresh look at retire”mint”
Pillow because you’ve earned your rest
I love all of the touches, but this is my favourite. It makes me smile! I’m sure it will make her smile every time she does too!!
Lita absolutely amazing all of it thank you and Russell for doing this for Terri!
Kerri, Terri means the world to us and we are going to miss her so much. It was a small gesture to thank her for her loyalty and commitment all these years.