Last Day in Office
Tuesday, April 29th, 2008The day to say goodbye to my office. After a grueling, exciting,
emotional and an-experience-filled 16 months, I am bidding farewell to
my job - my first one outside UPM.
It was an emotional roller
coaster ride for me. I may not share everything that happened in this
space out of respect to my colleague(s), but I had my tough time here
as well. Yet, I took it as a learning experience, and tried my best to
have fun here - that is to love my job. Yes - I loved my job.
My office is at the far right. Can you see the door?
What
I was doing for the past 16 months are totally out of my scope. No, I
wasn’t trained specifically to be a sociologist. I am a proud
nutritionist. But I have tried my level best to fit in. It was tough at
times, but I know in the end, I will be rewarded with an invaluable
skill, expertise and experience. I am not wrong.
I had many
eventful days throughout my work period here in Monash University (yes,
I am naming my (former) employer officially for the first time in
tulipspeaks). I struggled through my final stages of Master degree
while working here. For that, I have to thank my boss - he is one of
the most considerate human being I have met so far. I have nothing but
praise for that man. He gave me all the time I needed to complete my viva voce and thesis. He is the only person I shared the existence of tulipspeaks, and if you are reading this, "Thank you Dr".
I love to see this every morning
I
had misunderstanding with a colleague, which is still going on. I do
hope to reconcile with her. No point of harboring ill feelings towards
anyone. It brings no good to anyone. My mistake or no, I wish to ask
for her forgiveness and I hope to do that very soon. I explored places
I never believed I would step my foot, I stayed there, I mingled with
the community - a priceless experience. Contrary to popular belief, I
am not a talkative person, but I must say I have picked up
communication skill while I am in Monash. I am no longer afraid to
communicate, ask questions or express my opinion. I learned to be an
adult, finally.
My desktop. Oh yea, we are allowed to ‘chat’ as well
I
am going to miss this huge-screened HP pc, definitely. Small but
comfortable workstation filled with (lots of) papers, and files. The Neslo O
which always accompany my morning. The fruit fragrant in the ladies
(yes, it never stink) :P. Not to forget, the smiling colleagues, humble
professors, friendly lecturers and helpful staff. I had a wonderful
time here.
Thank you, Monash.
*Neslo O - Combination of chocolate malt, coffee and sugar, without milk or coffemate.
