Wednesday, October 6, 2010

We part to meet again......from Pam

Dear Rob,

I am full of envy because 3 days from now, you’ll be living a life that I can only dream of!  ( I'm referring to the extended vacation trip)

This year I celebrate my 15 years in HP.   And in all the 15 years, I’ve only had 2 bosses who quit on me.  One was my director when I was still the APJ finance manager.  And you’re the 2nd lucky one. 

Before I get caught up in my frivolous ramblings, I’d just like to say thank you for showing me the human side of HP.   I recalled not long ago, when I was struggling to make sense of my erratic working hours which was robbing me of home life and work life balance, I raised the matter up to you during our 1:1 call.  You listened with empathy and after you shared your perspective, I felt a whole lot lighter, even though nothing has really changed.

This is your gifting Rob!

I came into your team in Dec, 2007.  I was feeling jaded from over a decade of managing people and wanted a new environment.  Project Management is something new to me and I wasn’t sure I was suited for it.  Someone I spoke to said you were a very nice manager, and that’s why I applied for it.

Just thought you should know this.

And who knows, one day I may also take the plunge… and quit to become a full time stay at home mom… or make jewelry and start a blogshop ….or sell my homebaked cupcakes ..  the possibilities are endless.

(These words would not have come out of me if you were still my manager)  So much for open and honest communication!

Anyway, as the saying goes "we part only to meet again " so we really never know how our paths will cross in future. 

Below are some of my family photos I like to share with you here...

Wishing you and your family, peace and happiness as you embark on a new journey.

God bless,
Pam
Me and my 2 girls, Tammi (5) and Sofia (1.5yrs).. 



Taken when my family travelled to perth during Dec 09's shutdown... Up to then, I've always thought wombats were small and cuddly. 

At my daughter's 5th birthday party recently...

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