Friday, June 4, 2010

Another farewell, and a poem!

George Braine, my friend and mentor

Encouraging he always is

Over the years a staunch supporter

Rightfully fighting for the cause of nonnative teachers of English

Godsend to young academics in the field

Excellent advice he gives when they are in need

Big brother of applied linguistics in Hong Kong

Recognized for his valuable contributions all along

Appreciated for his good sense of humor

Impresses others as a doer rather than a talker

Now he is going to retire

Ending his academic career, during which he never fails to inspire

Icy Lee

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