It was a coworkers last day today. She is not part of my team but someone whom I've had several 5 minute chats with in the kitchen or an the walk back to the office after a coffee run. She has decided to go on holidays for a couple of months then re-settle in her native country (Hong Kong).She has lived in Sydney most of her life and it is obvious how big of a decision this has been for her.
There have been the obligatory farewell emails and final catch-up but one particular email that caught my eye was one where she was trying to sell or give away her stuff before the big move. I bought a widescreen monitor (which I am using now) and a blood pressure monitor for the bargain price of $150 total.
Whilst I was happy with my purchase, I almost felt I was intruding into this persons life as I was browsing through her well organised pictures at work. She had a lot of nice stuff. This was a major move for her - she is selling her bed, car, TV and a host of other equipment we all have and take for granted.
I really wish her well for the future and wonder how long it will take before she changes her mind and comes back. I give her 3 years but she believes the move will be permanent.
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