Last day of work!!
By Martie. Filed in Uncategorized |
Well, today was my last day at work. I was ready to feel a bit sad, a bit frightened, or anxious. However, the day raced by and I had no time to feel much of anything. Periodically someone would stop by to say “goodbye” and give me a hug, but it really didn’t feel like a “last day”.
As I went around the offices that my folks are in, saying goodbye, it became more and more sad. Not that I was leaving the workforce, but that these folks have become so much more than people I supervised. As I looked into each ones eyes, I was filled with pride and great sorrow. Pride because we have come a long way (professionally) in the last 4 years. Pride because all of these folks are wonderful humans. Yes, we have had our differences, but we have all supported the common goals of our Division. Pride because each and everyone of these beautiful people are competent, caring, loving souls whose hearts know no bounds for love and joy. And I felt the sorrow because they will no longer be a part of my (almost) daily life. Yes, I will remember each and every one of these folks. Yes, I will be in contact with them. But it will never be the same and we will each grow in our own way and I will no longer be a part of that.
And, that is the way it should be.
Friday, June 6th 2008 at 09:19 |
It is sad when you are leaving, but in a way not really because you are going to be starting such an awesome new phase.
I can’t believe I get to see you in 3 days!!!!!!
Friday, June 6th 2008 at 18:55 |
What a huge milestone – but now for new beginnings!
Sunday, June 8th 2008 at 01:13 |
You know, I always thought I would be close to the people I worked with. I felt really close to them but, even though I left my email address and other info, I never heard from any of them. Made me sad but also made me realize that some friendships don’t last outside the work place. I hope it will be different for you.