Yesterday was my last week of work at a place where I had been for nearly ten years. Had I lasted another two or months and hit the actually anniversary, I would have gotten $100. But instead I am headed on for new things. I thought yesterday would me sentimental or emotional for me, but instead I am just excited for what lies ahead. (And a little nervous.) Everyone I work with made yesterday such an overwhelming celebration of … well, me, that I was honored.

First my team got me a hugely extensive variety of As Seen on TV products (to be featured soon!). Then I had a lunch that included a cake for dessert featuring my face on top. The picture they used was from my first months on the job and I looked like a baby! After work I went to a happy hour where more than 40 of my friends, coworkers and family came to celebrate with me.

I’m truly blessed!

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