Category: Senior Living

Author: Independent Resident Garland Bohn

Ode to Wildwood by Garland Bohn

Step into the world of Wildwood Senior Living as we celebrate the poetic prowess of one of our esteemed residents, Ode to Wildwood by Garland Bohn. Join us in exploring the essence of Wildwood through the eyes of our talented resident, whose words capture the heart and soul of our haven.

Ode to Wildwood:
there is a haven
for the leisure we’re a cravin’ -
the kind-a-place you pray for,
thought you know you’ll have to pay for -
it’s called Wildwood

nothing could be finer
than to sit in my recliner -
I really am adaptin’
especially when I’m nappin’
here at Wildwood

the food is quite delicious
we don’t have to do the dishes
the workers are gracious
here at Wildwood

the grass can keep a-growin’
we don’t have to do the mowin’
if things don’t work as we intend it
someone else is going to mend it
here at Wildwood

when our emotions start to sour
we can go to Happy Hour
there’s nobody to abuse us -
music, food and song will soothe us
here at Wildwood

by Garland Bohn

Garland,

Your delightful ode to Wildwood Senior Living captures the essence of our haven with such wit and charm. Thank you for painting a vivid picture of the leisure, comfort, and joy we cherish here.

With heartfelt thanks, Wildwood Senior Living

The Wildwood Senior Living in Joplin, MO offers independent senior apartments, assisted living, and memory care with a variety of services and a range of floor plan options. Amenities include restaurant dining, 24-hour bistro, concierge service, housekeeping, events and entertainment, personal care, transportation services, and more. Centrally located near Freeman Health System and Mercy Hospital with convenient access to major shopping centers and attractions, including Twin Hills Country Club, Northpark Mall, Grand Falls, Wildcat Glades Conservation and Audubon Center – National Audubon Society, Spiva Center for the Arts, and George Washington Carver National Monument. Schedule your tour of The Wildwood today Join The Wildwood team

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