An Inspiring Woman!

Before the sun rises, you are already on your way

Coffee in hand with the optimism of a sunny day

With a million ideas and plans swirling in your head

Eager to soar to your post to tackle the promises ahead

No time to waste; you arrive at your desk, and the show begins

A master multitasker, working on emails, phone calls, and texts,

Most of it's done before anyone else gets there

With only the clicking of your fingers being heard

You take a few Merengue steps towards the coffee pot

The engine needs refueling; the day is still young

Peers and others start making their way

You greet them with a cheerful "Hello, Hello," How are you today?

You saw them yesterday, but that's no excuse,

You make them feel welcome; they know you genuinely care

When you walk into a room, all heads turn your way

Your commanding presence alters the mood

Things become cheerful and light, and people begin to smile,

With a thousand thoughts buzzing seeking to escape

You know when to speak and when not to share

And better get ready for those next to you,

A swift kick under the table will signal the next move

"No es facil, pero tampoco tan dificil," as we used to say

Nothing can hold you back; once your mind is made

You ask the tough questions nobody else dares to ask,

They gasp to hear them, admiring your courage and guts

The week flies by between meetings, and more

You can't wait to get home to be with your love

Finally home, no heels, no make-up, time to unwind

On the sofa now, Netflix ready and cafecito in hand

The best Cortadito ever made by loving hands!

Knowing you have been an immense pleasure and joy

Even on the toughest day, you gave me a reason to hope

There were challenging days, but work was always fun!

Riding shotgun with you was such a blast!

We laughed, cried, played, and laughed some more!

Sharing a million ideas and dreams to make life brighter for all

A role model, a mentor, and a dear friend,

Never forget the positive impact you have made

With your kindness, sense of humor, wit, and zest for life

An example to follow of leadership, hard work, and grit

An inspiring woman who has a lot more to give!

I love you, my dear friend!