From the Bottom of my Heart...

Okay so I've been mentally preparing myself to say goodby to my supervisor who is relocating to the Philippines. I thought that I was ready for this event but have learned the hard way that I was certainly NOT. I have never cried more... My make-up is a mess and I'm convinced I rubbed my eyebrows off on her shoulder when we hugged. You never know how much of an impact a person has made on your life until you are watching them walk out of it. I knew she and I had a special bond... but I didn't know I cared so much. I'm usually the chick who is nonchalont in her relationships and keeps a wall up as to not let people get too close, but clearly not this time. My heart is heavy even now... even though I know that this move for her is for the best. I'm happy for this new journey that her life is taking her on... but selfishly wish that she would stay her and supervise me until I retire. LOL. She taught me that whenever possible, you should choose your supervisor... and I believe I chose her at the same time she was choosing me.

I never got to tell her that I admired her... or that I looked up to her and wished I could follow in her footsteps. I never got to say that she was amazingly fashion forward! I never got to let her know that she will forever have a place in my heart and that I am eternally grateful that she took a chance with me. I hope she knows that I was her #1 fan and that I will work throughout my years striving to be as respected and adored as she is.

So to you Ms. Steele... the tears are drying and my smile is returning. I'll remember the fond days that we shared in the office and pray that you will do the same. I'll wait patiently for the email to come from you, inviting me to come do a rotation in Manila. :o)

From the Bottom of my heart... Thank you!