Laughter truly does bring people together

After an evening out of laughs and drinks, I decided to do an impression of my "favorite" manager from work. I had my 14 guests in stitches at the restaurant...

Last night, we decided to take out my co-worker/favorite friend out to wish her well at her new branch. (See a picture of Ellise & I a few blog entries back) *Ellise is my most favorite friend* I decided to take the part of "hostess" and take charge of the evening's festivities. (It worked out nicely. I like being in charge, and people like being led.) ;) We had appetizers, drinks, MORE DRINKS, and dinner. It was nice to get together outside of work and just have fun. It was a great night. It was a late night, but it was worth it. I can safely say that Ellise will be sorely missed. She's a wonderful woman and she made coming to work enjoyable. It took a lot out of me to hold back the tears at work, after I told her we got her a cake that read, "Best Wishes. We'll miss you."

Love is that condition in the human spirit that allows one to survive and to thrive with passion, compassion, humor, and style.
-Maya Angelou

People will come in and out of your life for various reasons. Some will teach you a lesson, others can open your eyes to new ideas or lost ideas, and some just know how to bring the very best out of you. Whatever the reason, be grateful you had the opportunity to be with them, if only for a moment.