And just like that… 🌈
Just earlier today I was sharing how I’ve been pretty down and hard on myself lately. And in the midst of that I got the news that I was accepted into this program at work that I applied to late last year. While part of me was surprised, the other part of me was already somewhat anticipating this acceptance. I know what I’m capable of and I’ve been working my butt off at work since last year. It only made sense.
But I guess the reality of hearing the news aloud from my new boss made it feel legit. I was very happy and excited. The first thing I thought about was how I’ve made my former manager proud. She spent all of 2025 preparing me to be a fit candidate for this opportunity. Over the summer, she gave me my first exceeds in my performance review, ever, AND empowered me to step in to volunteer with other groups around the organization.
I wish she was here; I can merely hear her congratulatory voice in my head! Aww, I miss her. I miss her a lot. Things at work have just ‘moved’ on, and at a fast pace. Yet, I still feel her absence. I think of her often and on the days that I don’t, it’s probably because I’m hard at work fulfilling her duties and responsibilities. That's the least that I could do.
I’m taking this weekend to cherish the great news and celebrate this win with my family. And just like that…the rainbow is out after a storm.