It's the final countdown...

Wow, one day left at SHM. It honestly went by really quick, and I can't believe that tomorrow will be my last day here. I am not much of an emotional person, and do not like to get all mushy-gushy, as many of you know. However, I am willing to put my guard down for a little and thank you all because looking back at myself six months ago, I realize I have changed so much, and it is thanks to each and every one of you.

Katie - I remember the first time I met you, I thought you were so intimidating... I don't really know why. Now, after a few months of getting to know you, I've realized how down to earth you are. You are on top of everything, which is something that truly inspires me. Sometimes I don't understand how you remember everything... I think you might be superhuman. As time went on, I remember talking to my parents and telling them that I see a lot of myself in you, whether it is because we're both into sports, hate cab drivers, or loving Miley Cyrus, I am not really sure. I realized over the past 6 months that you are someone to look up to, and I really appreciate all that you have done for me. I can only hope that I can be such a powerful force in a business at such a young age like yourself. I really learned a lot, and I couldn't have asked for a better supervisor. Hopefully next time I come to visit, your engaged :)

Ashley - My sissy or cousin or somehow related. When I was first applying for the job here I remember thinking, "yeah I probably only got this job because my boss is going to have the same last name as me". Anyways, you have been a great MA supervisor. You were always on top of us all when it came to Emsavina or anything that related back to Drexel. You, like Katie, were intimadating at first at well. They way you talk and present yourself is so professional, I was throw off guard because I never experienced that before. You are a really hard worker, and I am glad that I was able to be here to see you change from your job descriptions because I could see how hard working you were, and it was definitely deserved. You juggle a million things, and always stay on top of everything, a quality that I aspire to obtain.

Nadia - Thanks for not killing me when I send you a million emails, or call you every other minute. It was interesting to watch you grow over my time here because you were once in my shoes. I always look at you and think wow, she was once in my shoes.. I wonder if I could ever fill the new shoes that she has. You are always so happy go lucky, that it brought a ton of positive energy to the table, and made work a lot easier. Being able to hear Arvil, or some other silly Pandora always made the day go by a little faster. Your dedication is something that I have noticed over my time here. There have been days that you get here at the crack of dawn, or stay until midnight because you will do what it takes to get the job done!

Christine - My current CVB, holler. You, like Nadia, were a past MA so watching you grow over the past six months was fun to watch as well. You have always been really down to earth and pushing "exclusive membership time" on us all. Whenever I had a question, you were always the first one to answer, or lend a helping hand, which I really appreciate. Also, I know there were a million reports I would ask you for, but you never complained (except telling me that you hated me, which we all know was a lie). You have been really easy to talk to, and made it easy to work for you. I will miss you and coming up to me at the desk to cover the phones, because you knew it was me who forgot!

Kari - Yoga buddy! I am so glad we all went out to lunch that one day and realized how much we all loved yoga. Unfortunately I did not work directly with you that often, but whenever I did, you always had an open door and allowed for the hundreds of questions I had. I know that I was always bugging you for numbers, but you always made sure that I got everything that I needed. You are like myself in the sense that our organization is... clutter. Even though many people think that is not organized, I will argue, and I am sure that you agree - you know where everything is! (even though it might take a little while). I will miss you, and I hope everything goes great with little Jonah!

Vernita - Oh my, my, my Vernitz. Not only did I get to experience SHM with you, but also class!! You were an amazing student getting an A, I must say. You taught me the true meaning of "time management". You were a mom, student, and business woman all in one. I am sure there were says that you were stressed and overwhelmed, but you always had a smile on you face, and you can't ask for anything more than that. I will miss you, even though you called me your "special friend". You are one of the nicest people I've ever met, and an even better mom. Your little boys are so cute, I will have to come back when they are in the office :)

Todd - Over the past 6 months, I have grown a lot both personally and professionally. All of the full-timers helped me improve my professional skills, and gave me work to do on a daily basis. You helped me develop my personal skills, and develop who I am. Thank you for everything you have done. I can honestly say that I am a much different person than I was when I first stepped foot here, and you are a big reason why. Whether it was work, my family, or lacrosse, you always had my best interest in mind, and wanted the best for me. Even though at times you probably wanted to pull your hair out because of me, you always managed to have faith and trust me. Thanks for everything.


Bye bye bye SHM... i'll write my farewell to the other MA's tomorrow... I don't want them to read it while we are still here... I don't want them to know what I really think of them! :)



Thanks again to everyone at SHM, I truly had an amazing experience, and learned a ton of lessons that I will use not only in my career but the rest of my life!