Today I met up with a special co-worker that recently left the company for lunch. She and I worked together for nearly 12 years. This lovely woman was always very prim and proper in the office, but once you got her outside the office walls, her silly side, her funny side, and her sarcastic side radiated through.
Though she's only been gone a couple of months, I've missed her terribly. She and I worked so well and so easily together. She was like an extension of my brain! Top that off with the fact that she is incredibly funny and I was very happy to be reconnecting with her for lunch.
Unexpectedly, while at lunch my ex-coworker, offered me $50 to donate towards my coming Tough Mudder adventure in September. Tough Mudder is known for supporting Wounded Warrior Project. Part of the reason I jumped on board, was this fact. Tough Mudder has proudly raised over $5 million to support thousands of warriors returning from the battlefield. I wanted to be a part of that. (My grandfather was a vet. This is my small way of thanking him and all those that fight for our freedoms.)
What an incredible moment that was as we discussed the obstacle course and why I was running it. (Yes, it is a hardcore 10-12 mile obstacle courses designed by British Special Forces, with, apparently, some of the toughest obstacles courses out there!)
And then, she bought me lunch and sent me back to the office with treats for the rest of the department. Yes, I think she misses some of us!
A moment to remind me that my stamina, mental grit, camaraderie and all around strength will be tested to the limit with my team mates.
Most importantly, this moment, is dedicated to our warriors. To supporting those that fight for our freedoms.
