Because you're worth it.

Tomorrow's my last day of work at L'Oreal. I must say I'm filled with mixed feelings. A part of me wants to be done and get some sleep before school starts, while a part of me doesn't want to leave the homey, friendly environment in 159T. Waking up everyday at 7am and working for 9 hours have taken a toll on my energy level. I'm barely awake after 5pm. But, looking back, it really wasn't all that bad. Take out the busy, stressful days, it was like I was at science camp, studying hair.

And, everyone is quite friendly (or at least they try to act like it). Everyone says "hello, good morning" and "bye, good night". Also, for example, my two colleagues in the texture lab. One never speaks bad about other people and uses cute words to describe food, like "ooohhh tasty" or "bursting with flavor". Okay, those phrases don't sound cute, but the way she says them is cute. The other colleague is so easily amused, always laughing and chuckling at her desk. Then, there's my manager, always bursting with energy. I can hear him laughing next door. And, the chocolates on his desk are oh so delicious and full of sugar to keep us awake. What really makes me remember him is his complete support of me. He really was a confidence booster for me, which helped dispel my nervousness during rehearsals and before the actual presentation. He hasn't stopped talking about how I had the best presentation and blew everyone away. I believe him. And, there's the AVP. She has the best French accent ever. And, she's always smiling and laughing. People seem so happy at L'Oreal. Maybe they geniunely are, or they wouldn't have stayed for 7, 10, 13, or even more years. As a last but not least dedication, I'd like to mention my mentor. On a business level, she's probably one of the more hardworking people I met. So, she worked me just as hard, which is a good thing or I wouldn't have accomplished so much. Lots to write on the resume. :)

Thank you everyone, I had a good time. Time does fly when you're having fun. Too bad it took me so long to climb out of my shell and start getting to know people better. I will miss this place. Who knows what lies in the future, but maybe L'Oreal will be a part of mine.

Till we meet again.