As love is in the air, we will share what we love about prospect development. Follow our weekly series (four entries throughout February) to discover the humor, pathos, and irony that comes from our ranks of Apra-IL members. You'll enjoy limericks, long-form poems, and odes to all aspects of Prospect Development and we cannot wait to hear your thoughts!

An Ode to LexisNexis

by Kathryn Thomas, Senior Prospect Identification Analyst, the Wisconsin Foundation & Alumni Association

LexisNexis, my most crucial tool;

Without you, I may just sit here and drool.

You’re always there, supplying me with data and suggestions;

When I’m stumped, I go to you for answers to my questions.

Yes, there are moments when your service is sketchy,

But it’s rare enough that I don’t get too kvetchy.

LexisNexis, we spend every day together;

We’ve been through ups and downs, but you’ve become my bellwether.

Whether I’m answering a request or proactively searching for a donor,

You’re there to help me brainstorm and prevent me becoming a moaner.

As this is the month to celebrate affections,

I’ve taken it upon myself to say without objections,

I’m grateful you exist; despite your imperfections.