Hi, mcradloff,
Although I don't understand the infraction of they said he was over on his hours by three hours, I am very much aware that often the "letter of the lay" but not the spirit of good business prevails. Management often struggles to be relevant in a profit-driven culture. Losing a good co-worker is never a good thing. Your poem conveys well the frustration and loss felt. Thanks for sharing.

I can relate to what you say in this poem, for I've been in Bob's place couple of times, and I sincerely do not know why bad people and unprofessionals are more acceptable for employers. It may be because bosses do not like employees with free spirit speaking their own mind around them, for them blind servitude and obedience are merits beyond any other. I've gone through Bob's troubles and felt all the injustice of it, but it's no surprise that I've been happy ever since: it is good riddance for Bob. I wish him good luck in finding a really, really good job with understanding boss and coworkers around. Thank you, mcradloff, for being such a kindhearted person and for sharing this poem with us!

Mc how are you? HAPPY Thanksgiving. I feel you. It feels so sad when the good ones get to leave.