Last Times

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It was the best of times, it was the worst of times...

No, actually it was the last of times.

As I have done certain things over the past week, such as take the dog to the groomer, get my hair cut, or drop off items at the dry cleaner, it has struck me that these will be the last times I experience these things in Maryland.

People and places that I have relied on to keep my dog and myself looking good will no longer be there for me. In a way I feel like I have taken them for granted.

I have been making a point to tell them what their service and smiles and kind words have meant to me as I say goodbye.

I think it is sad that it has taken me leaving to acknowledge them so fully for the important role they play in my life.

When I get to California, I'll need to establish new relationships with all these types of service people and I look forward to that, however, I will miss the care and friendship of those who took care of me here. I am taking with me the lesson of how important it is to appreciate people in the moment, not just at the end and I know this learning will impact my future relationships in positive ways.

Question: Do you fully acknowledge the service professionals who take care of you, your clothing, your children, your pets, your house?