To the editor: I have written a poem to summarize what my position here for the town of Marblehead means to me. It’s an honor to work here, to take care of our historical buildings.
You may have seen me in the halls
I’m very tall and very bald
So if you did, I was probably singing,
I’ve been doing this since the beginning.
Every morning for the past 18 years, I’ve
Opened Mary Alley and Abbot Hall
Those beautiful historic buildings, I’ve seen
it all.
I am one of those guys that cleans those spaces,
I am one of those guys that have seen many faces.
From concerts to weddings and all in between
A memory forever is a sight to be seen.
I once met a ghost, that sent shivers down my spine,
But don’t worry because this ghost of Abbot Hall was
Very kind.
I would hate to say goodbye to such a position and by
Writing this poem I hope to complete my mission.
My job is on the line and with the help
Of the people
I can continue to open the buildings and
Continue climbing the steeple.
To replace us with a cleaning company
Is a downright shame.
When things start to go that way, it will be you
That inherits the blame.
I have been a civil servant for all of you folks,
Singing and whistling every day.
I want to continue serving the people in all
Those very special ways.
Please vote “yes” to the override.
Ed Medeiros
Lowell Street, Salem
