Change is constant...

Yesterday I found out that a colleague of mine is moving on to another company. I'm both happy and sad.

I'm happy because good and capable people need to be where they excel and are supported. Their influence is for the better to all concerned. Good managers are hard to come by, our loss will definitely be someone else's gain. Light must shine where there is a hint of darkness and water that does not move becomes pungent. Winners always leave you with knowledge, wisdom and pleasant memories (which is true in this case). Which in turn makes one grow. Moving on to tackle other challenges keeps one young as well. So I'm glad and happy. I think of a plant gloriously being bathed by the light of the sun. It thrives and benefits others. In whatever window of life it rests, a glow of contentment will follow. So it is a good thing. My growth is directly related to that as well.

I'm sad (this section should be smaller), because there is a loss associated with bettering oneself and others. It is part of the package. Yes, momentarily there will be a gap, something missing. To be exact the positive flow of energy that emanates from those that actually know what they are doing. I will have to catch my breath and face the reality of change.

So my best wishes to not just a colleague, but to someone who has grown to be a inspiration and a friend. I will strive and do as well. It has been an honor. May others see what I've seen as well. The whole experience prompts me to be and further become better myself. After all, change is constant!

I dedicate this to all who in like manner have affected others for the long term in a positive manner.

I am an energizing force,

a magnificent waterfall,

which refreshes and inspires others to excel.

My P.I.N. applies to said colleague perfectly.