It is such a big deal, I can't neglect to write about it, at least briefly. After working closely with the same 14 people 4 days a week for 2 years and 4 months, the leaving can't be entirely easy, even when one is super eager to get OUT of there! And so it was - not easy. The send-off party was precious, with lovely sentiments, sweet gifts and cards, and comments from my boss that brought tears to my eyes. She truly is a gem. And we had pizza - the best kind from Zachary's Pizza! Nearly everyone took a moment to tell me how happy they are for me, that I can move back to my home of origin and enjoy time again with my family. Seems people really appreciate that - FAMILY. I realize how very blessed I am to have family; not everyone does. And folks I worked with seem to think my family is lucky to have me. Isn't that nice? Not one person begrudged me the leaving.
I recognize that each person I have worked with the past 2 years plus, has changed me some. And I think maybe I have changed them too. It feels pretty good. I know I will meet up with just a few of them for coffee or lunch now & then when I come back to this area. It will be sweet.
It is a tradition where I have worked, to hold an annual Rubber Duck Derby as a fund-raising event. I have posted a picture of the little guys I collected in my time here. They kept me company at my desk, and will join us at Little Bird Farm! Also in this picture is a great green hat, given to me by one of my sweet coworkers. She has me pegged, what, with the green and the notion of sun protection while gardening!
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Having been there in several different situations myself, I can restate with confidence, your very sentiment. Yes, it is weird. On to bigger and brighter things!
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