Today is a bit of a milestone for me.
Almost 33 years ago (well 32 years, 7 months to be exact), on June 29th 1983, I started my career at my company. Today, on January 31st, I’m leaving it all behind.
Some of you might remember last summer, that I had to throw in the towel at work because of health reasons, when I had to go back to 100% sick leave, and apply for disability pension.
I’m happy to report I’ve been granted the pension 🙂 Sadly that means I will have to say goodbye to my company and my colleagues.
I started as wee little girl right out of high school, and work has been an integral part of my life, as I’ve lived for it. I love my job, and I love hanging out with my colleagues, so it’s sad having to leave.
During my time there, I have done a lot of interesting things and I’ve met a lot of great people. It’s been challenging, fun, some tears, more hugs 🙂 ups and downs, calm days and crazy days, but most of all – there has been loads and loads of laughter 🙂 I’ve made lots of friends, some who have turned into “family”.
As great as the work itself has been, there is one thing I am absolutely sure of, and that is – that it’s my colleagues, former colleagues, “family” and friends, who will always be the reason why it was as a great place to be. And the people are the reason why it’s hard to leave. It has been a pleasure working with them all, for all the inspiration and wonderful memories they have given me.
I know that often – out of sight is out of mind – and I’m sure I’ll fall out of touch with some, but happily I have good friends there, that I know I will keep in my life for a long time to come 🙂
As I leave the company, all I can say is a big – Thank you!
Thank you, all my colleagues, who have enriched my life! I will keep you close.
And now… what will my future bring? I have no idea, but I’m sure I’ll manage to fill this next chapter somehow 😉
Minimalist Sometimes 
Congrats on the pension! You are lucky to have experienced such great colleagues 🙂
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Thank you 🙂 Yes I’ve been lucky, I’ve had a lot of wonderful colleagues over the years. Some more than others, and I will miss them dearly. Happily I have some I know who will continue to stay in my life, for a loong time 🙂
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Wow! That’s a long time to spend in one place. The longest I’ve ever managed is 8 years. Glad you have such fond memories to hang on to.
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I know… I started right out of high school supposed to be a summer job, and then they just couldn’t manage to get rid of me 😉 You know.. some just refuse to leave 😉 I’ve had a lot of different jobs within the company, so even though I’ve been in the same company it still feels like I’ve had new job challenges. I will miss the social aspect a lot.. but I’m just going to have to find new ways 🙂 The memories, they will stay with me regardless….
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Glad you finally got that taken care of!
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Thank you, yeah I guess it was about time 😉
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Anne, I know this is sad for you. But in one way, is it a relief to have things not up in the air?
I hope you have a happy retirement, and regain your health! Keep on de-cluttering! I’m pulling for you!
PS, there is life after work!
Melinda
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Yes, it’s good to have that behind me.. having to sort out the work/illness aspect of it all. Now I’m free to concentrate on my health, and free to do the stuff that cheers me up 🙂 I know there is life after work, you just watch me go… 😉
And don’t worry, I’m not done with decluttering, so you’re gonna have to put up with a few more post about that 😉
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I’m glad you’re focusing on the positives! Yay, for health, and cheering yourself up!! You better write more de-cluttering posts! I wanna see how much more you can get rid of!! It motivates me!
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🙂 I have to admit, I’m a bit curious myself to see where I will end up declutter wise that is 😉 I still have bundles to shed, but I’m getting into the stuff where I have to do a job first, before I can shed (ie. photos and stuff) so I’m procrastinating 😉 I will get to it, I WILL get to it… I WILL…. eventually…
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As long as you “think you can”!! I have faith that you will, too!
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🙂 it’s just a matter of how long it will take 🙂
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I’m impressed by 33 years at the same place, and glad that you will have friendships that’ll last, it’s not easy being the one who leaves. I’m happy for you! Kram!!
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Takke takk 🙂 It is a bit crazy isn’t it.. having worked at the same company for that long.. happily it’s been a big enough company that I have had zillion different jobs there.. so definitely had room to grow… just like if I had changed company over and over again.. I am thankful that I will still get to see some of the people thought.. after this many years you do get to grow close…
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Congratulations. I bet all of those under-used items in your household are very worried about how much longer they will be with you. 🙂
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Yes, they have been shaking in their boots, ever since they heard the news 🙂 but I’ve decided to be kind, and let them hang around for a tiny bit longer 😉
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