Such a bittersweet time at work this week. This sweet young lady is leaving Southwind.
Not just Southwind, but she's leaving pretty much everyone and everything she knows. She has packed up all of her belongings, put them in storage, and is headed to Uganda to work with an organization named JENGA. One of the things she will be doing, and I know she's really looking forward to it, is working with JENGA’s street children ministry. She's said all along that it's a three month journey with the possiblity of extending it. I have to tell you, she's so excited and uplifted by this journey that I won't be surprised to hear that it is continued for an extended time.
We had a nice going away party for her at work - complete with all of her favorite things. The things she'll miss while she's away - cheese and crackers, brownies, red wine. A nice send-off from our CEO who reminded her that the company would welcome her back if she chooses to return. Perhaps in a different position - he did remind her that her job is not being held for her.
Susan - we will miss you. I hope that this adventure is everything that you wish for and that it continues for as long as you want. You are an amazing woman, and your decision to follow your dream will be one you will never regret. Please, please, please join in on the nature posts on Wednesdays. I would love to see Uganda through your eyes and you would get to join an amazing group of folks from around the world. Any of you that would like to follow her, can check out her blog here http://unwrappinggrace.wordpress.com/
Spread your winds and fly, my friend.
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