Talbot's House

Last night was Mr Chance's last ever duty in Talbot's house, after nine years of faithful service it was sad for all, but especially his tutor group to say goodbye.

Mr Chance has written us a fantastic poem to express his gratitude to the house and we know you'll all want to read it, so here it is:

Men of Talbots, 
Champions all
I really must thank you, 
The short and the tall.

The seniors, juniors
Options and Lay
For giving so generously
To me in this way.

As I take a wee tipple
 Read the names on your Card
I reflect on my times with you
The good and the hard.

The Gracies, Cassells
Matrons as staff
We all worked together 
To give you a laugh.

We care for your welfare
Encourage your work
We want you to be happy
But never to shirk!

You all have great futures
 Ahead of you now,
Be sure to work hard
Let your dreams show you how.

I have my fond memories
To take away with me
Wherever I am, 
They’ll always be with me

As I work in my studio
Paint brush in hand,
It will be a reminder
Of the good times that we had

So thank you men of Talbots
Remember me from afar
As someone who respects you
For who you really are.


Mr Chance
23rd June 2015