we came today, for the last time. we brought gift cards, flowers, and cupcakes. the director wasn't there, so I left hers on her desk (she doesn't really have an office, just a desk behind the cubbies).
I got a text from her later this morning (just removed the names).
there is a new name on the horizons of psychology at the other side of the Atlantic pond. she often talks about what she called "ecological parting." that is, when people part their ways in a manner that does not leave a nasty after-taste. some may just turn around a leave, saying nothing. others may spit all kinds of mean stuff to each other. I've done both.
this time, it is as ecological as I could make it. that psychologist would be darn proud.
P.S. I don't know why the thumbnail is there and how to remove it.