Yesterday, I went into work to clear my desk and say my goodbyes.
It is nearly 24 years that I have been at work so it is easy to imagine that it involves a degree of emotion.
The journey up was simple enough but the goodbyes were tougher. It wasn't the sort of "leaving do" that one would expect from me (i.e. drunk and debauched) and there was lots of hugging.
As with any work there are people that you are closer too than others but I know everyone. There was everything from handshakes to hugging in the knowledge that, other than the few, I will not be seeing these people again. No going back to meet up in the pub or other social occasions, this is it.
Of course there are those who will still come and visit me, but you see the overall picture.
My mistake though was not emotional but physical. I ate shortly before leaving the office and that was not wise. It started a chain of illness throughout the afternoon and left me in a poor state before bedtime. This wasn't good preparation before a planned journey to Wales, so we are now left in a situation of seeing how it goes for today's plans.
That must have been tough Rumps, emotions do take it out of you in the physical sense as well. It's almost as if you run on adrenalin while you are there and the black dog is in the room waiting to bite you on the backside when you get back.
ReplyDeleteI hope things pick up and you are able to make your trip as I am sure you are looking forward to seeing your Dad, if you do have to delay fingers crossed it's not for too long.
I send you and your family, as always, my very best wishes.
As always you show grace in the face of this latest setback
Changeling x
Hi Rumps,
ReplyDeleteAlthough we have never met, I feel as if I know you very well from the iii BARC bb. I have been reading your blog ever since I found out about it.
I really miss your posts on the BARC bb. Although the bb was mostly like a batlefield between the bears and bulls, I personally found your views as one of the very few unbiased ones. I always took your comments on board and learned a lot from it.
I'm still a novice in the trading game and have a lot to learn. I never got to thank you for information and your thoughts that you used to post there. If I may, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you. Thank you.
I pray that you return to good health and have a comfortable life. My thoughts are with and your family.
Regards,
HappyGoLucky72
All the best for the trip to Wales Rumps :)
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your family's company and Love.
I think of you daily and am reminded constantly of your strength facing this difficult ordeal.
I wish you success in this trip !
Tas
Swordfish
ReplyDeleteI read your blog everyday, and as I said previously I dont know you but think a lot about you and your family. Sorry but the desk clearing bit did make me blub, pathetic I know. Your strength and courage continues to amaze,
I hope you are in Wales now and enjoying a nice weekend.
I hope your wife and children are enjoying the weekend, and that you are feeling well.
Sincere love and best wishes
Sue x