Lifetime of Memories

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Have I ever thanked you for all the things you've done for me?

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Maybe we were both wrong about this

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We judge ourselves by our intentions and others by their actions.

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Does it help?

NR on Stress

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Things will be difficult. But everything will be okay.

ML

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He’s not perfect. You aren’t either, and the two of you will never be perfect. But if he can make you laugh at least once, causes you to think twice, and if he admits to being human and making mistakes, hold onto him and give him the most you can. He isn’t going to quote poetry, he’s not thinking about you every moment, but he will give you a part of him that he knows you could break. Don’t hurt him, don’t change him, and don’t expect for more than he can give. Don’t analyze. Smile when he makes you happy, yell when he makes you mad, and miss him when he’s not there. Love hard when there is love to be had. Because perfect guys don’t exist, but there’s always one guy that is perfect for you.

Bob Marley (via lifeofquotations)

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New experiences

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Save me my dignity

It's not about the severity of what was done, it's about the fact that a promise was made, then broken. And there was nothing apologetic about the way it was communicated either.

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x Safe travels.

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Now they think I'm a young, pretty Asian lady.

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A new gig.

Recently, given the changes that have been happening, I was landed with a new manager. This person was somebody I had admired and respected since I have known her, and have tried to secure some time with her for a catch up on business leadership and development, but she was always way too busy given her capacity and role to take on further mentorship. When I found out, I'm not sure what went through my mind. On the one hand, I was aware of how great of a mentor she is, and that it was an honor to be working with her; however on the other, I was a bit uncertain about the overwhelming new capacity she had to take on board and what that really meant for her in terms of time and commitment to her directs. Sure, I was upset that I had to let go of the best manager I ever had in my working career, but no doubt she would be a great one. Spending a fair bit of time with her on this trip since learning about my new capacity has honestly been a great experience. From having meals together, attending concerts together, having professional and casual conversations, exchanging jokes and concerns, it really gave me a more clearer view of what she was like as a person. For someone so young, and who had gone through her own personal struggles, she was amazing, and I understood why everybody respected her. Not only is she understanding, smart, pretty, she checks in with you to make sure you are okay and things are going well, when I know very well that she has her own stresses at present. I am definitely looking forward to an exciting journey with her.

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As your new manager, I recommend you go back and have a nap.

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I have a high care factor for you.

SJ

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Fucker

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He’s like an overprotective dad.

Night at the loft

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I want you to be my SE

It's safe to say that my life has changed dramatically over the past 6 months and even more over the past 6 weeks. Generally, for the better. People may not have noticed from a superficial level, but the impact that the turn of events have had on me as a person has been exceptional, and I only have those around me to thank for that. 6 months ago I met one of the most resilient and smartest people I have ever met in my life. He literally changed my world, and challenged my way of thinking. The hardships that he went through from a personal level, and his ability to get back up again and help those he cared about, really reflected his values and strength. Day in, day out, I spent time with him as his right hand business advisor. His humour and fun that he brought to my work environment was the reason I got up each morning feeling excited to come to work. I never understood how one could be so passionate to want to come in everyday and do what they did. Until he became my manager. The respect I have for this individual, and the care that I have for him can't be expressed in words. He was more than just my manager. He was my mentor, my friend, someone I could trust and confide in when things became difficult, and someone I knew would always support me and have my back in every aspect of my career. He believed in me and my potential to achieve great things, and because of him, I pushed myself. The past few weeks has been a challenge for me, being in the centre of change as one of the orchestrators. I didn't want to let him down, given he had been instrumental in getting me this opportunity. But I was upset that he would no longer be my manager. And I knew it was reciprocated. But he will always be my mentor, and no matter what decision he makes, I know he will be there to support me every step of the way, and I am so grateful for that. He honestly did change my life, and I am so thankful that 6 months ago, I made the right decision to stay. I hope that he makes his decision based on his values as he had taught me, and not because of persuasion.