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Retirement is here
I have only one more week of classes, and then I really will "be retired."
Actually, August 31 is the official date, but I have removed *everything* from the office except one small box of supplies that I may need for the final week. The room really looked naked after I took all of my paintings home. I also gave a second key to the man who will be inheriting my office so he could start moving his books in and not have to do everything at the last minute. He has already filled most of the book shelves, so it's starting to look "lived in" again. I told our department chair that I read where the Packers have offered Brett Favre $20 million to stay away and told him I am much cheaper. I said, "How about a year's salary for me to stay away." He said, "No, but I'll pay you $10,000 to stay." I knew he was joking, and laughed. However, he came to my office a few minutes later and said that he actually had intended to talk to me about the future. He asked if I would consider coming back sometimes as an adjunct faculty member. He said they really hated to lose me and would like to have me part-time if I am willing. This time, he was serious. He has told me on numerous occasions that "they wouldn't know what they would do without me" (a real exaggeration, since none of us are irreplaceable), "would hate to lose me," etc. Anyway, the crux of the matter is that I told him I would think about it and might consider it if it would only involve Tuesdays and Thursdays. It also would not be every semester - not the coming fall semester, for example, because that schedule is already set. I also told him that I would need to be free for the trip to Greece and Turkey in the spring. I am planning an 11-day trip to Greece with 3 days cruising and visiting some of the Greek Islands, and a few short visit to the tip of Turkey. He was pleased about the whole conversation, said "good for you" about the travel plans, and he is going to check the salary scale to see what compensation they could offer. No $10,000 bonus, though!!! ;-) The department gave a wonderful retirement reception for me in May. The reception was held early because so many faculty are off-campus during the summer. It was a marvelous day - people came and laughed and stayed the entire time, not the type of "put in an appearance and then leave" courtesy visit that I sometimes see at receptions. MaryL Photos of Duffy and Holly: 'o' Duffy: http://tinyurl.com/cslwf Holly: http://tinyurl.com/9t68o Duffy and Holly together: http://tinyurl.com/8b47e |
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OT: Retirement is here
"MaryL" -OUT-THE-LITTER wrote in message . .. I have only one more week of classes, and then I really will "be retired." Actually, August 31 is the official date, but I have removed *everything* from the office except one small box of supplies that I may need for the final week. snip long message Ooops. I should have labeled that "off topic." Sorry. MaryL Photos of Duffy and Holly: 'o' Duffy: http://tinyurl.com/cslwf Holly: http://tinyurl.com/9t68o Duffy and Holly together: http://tinyurl.com/8b47e |
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Retirement is here
MaryL wrote:
"MaryL" -OUT-THE-LITTER wrote in message . .. I have only one more week of classes, and then I really will "be retired." Actually, August 31 is the official date, but I have removed *everything* from the office except one small box of supplies that I may need for the final week. snip long message Ooops. I should have labeled that "off topic." Sorry. MaryL Photos of Duffy and Holly: 'o' Duffy: http://tinyurl.com/cslwf Holly: http://tinyurl.com/9t68o Duffy and Holly together: http://tinyurl.com/8b47e If you had said how much you look forward to meeting cats on your trip to Greece and Turkey, then it would't be off topic. I hope you have a great time when you go and take lots of pics, especially of cats. -- Adrian (Owned by Snoopy, Bagheera & Shadow) Cats leave pawprints on your heart http://community.webshots.com/user/clowderuk |
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"Adrian" wrote in message ... MaryL wrote: "MaryL" -OUT-THE-LITTER wrote in message . .. I have only one more week of classes, and then I really will "be retired." Actually, August 31 is the official date, but I have removed *everything* from the office except one small box of supplies that I may need for the final week. snip long message Ooops. I should have labeled that "off topic." Sorry. MaryL Photos of Duffy and Holly: 'o' Duffy: http://tinyurl.com/cslwf Holly: http://tinyurl.com/9t68o Duffy and Holly together: http://tinyurl.com/8b47e If you had said how much you look forward to meeting cats on your trip to Greece and Turkey, then it would't be off topic. I hope you have a great time when you go and take lots of pics, especially of cats. -- Adrian (Owned by Snoopy, Bagheera & Shadow) Cats leave pawprints on your heart http://community.webshots.com/user/clowderuk Good point! And I do look forwarding to greeting some of the cats I have seen pictured -- and get some pics of my own. MaryL |
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Retirement is here
MaryL wrote:
I have only one more week of classes, and then I really will "be retired." Actually, August 31 is the official date, but I have removed Congratulations! actually had intended to talk to me about the future. He asked if I would consider coming back sometimes as an adjunct faculty member. He I think that is a grand idea, you don't want to be bored, do you? -- Victor M. Martinez Owned and operated by the Fantastic Seven (TM) Send your spam he Email me he |
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On Aug 2, 8:13�am, "MaryL" -OUT-THE-LITTER
wrote: I have only one more week of classes, and then I really will "be retired." Actually, August 31 is the official date, but I have removed *everything* from the office except one small box of supplies that I may need for the final week. �The room really looked naked after I took all of my paintings home. �I also gave a second key to the man who will be inheriting my office so he could start moving his books in and not have to do everything at the last minute. �He has already filled most of the book shelves, so it's starting to look "lived in" again. I told our department chair that I read where the Packers have offered Brett Favre $20 million to stay away and told him I am much cheaper. �I said, "How about a year's salary for me to stay away." �He said, "No, but I'll pay you $10,000 to stay." �I knew he was joking, and laughed. However, he came to my office a few minutes later and said that he actually had intended to talk to me about the future. �He asked if I would consider coming back sometimes as an adjunct faculty member. �He said they really hated to lose me and would like to have me part-time if I am willing. �This time, he was serious. �He has told me on numerous occasions that "they wouldn't know what they would do without me" (a real exaggeration, since none of us are irreplaceable), "would hate to lose me," etc. �Anyway, the crux of the matter is that I told him I would think about it and might consider it if it would only involve Tuesdays and Thursdays. �It also would not be every semester - not the coming fall semester, for example, because that schedule is already set. �I also told him that I would need to be free for the trip to Greece and Turkey in the spring. �I am planning an 11-day trip to Greece with 3 days cruising and visiting some of the Greek Islands, and a few short visit to the tip of Turkey. �He was pleased about the whole conversation, said "good for you" about the travel plans, and he is going to check the salary scale to see what compensation they could offer. �No $10,000 bonus, though!!! �;-) The department gave a wonderful retirement reception for me in May. �The reception was held early because so many faculty are off-campus during the summer. �It was a marvelous day - people came and laughed and stayed the entire time, not the type of "put in an appearance and then leave" courtesy visit that I sometimes see at receptions. MaryL That's awesome! Holly and Duffy will be most pleased to have you home more :-) Isn't it wonderful to have the *choice* when, and how much, you want to work. I went back to work for special projects only for a couple of years after I'd retired. I always enjoyed it. Sherry |
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Retirement is here
Congratulations MaryL! May you have the most wonderful relaxing and
enjoyable trip possible. Lots of pictures please. Charleen, Aggie Marble, Victor Velcro, Tiger, Tigger. "MaryL" -OUT-THE-LITTER wrote in message . .. I have only one more week of classes, and then I really will "be retired." Actually, August 31 is the official date, but I have removed *everything* from the office except one small box of supplies that I may need for the final week. The room really looked naked after I took all of my paintings home. I also gave a second key to the man who will be inheriting my office so he could start moving his books in and not have to do everything at the last minute. He has already filled most of the book shelves, so it's starting to look "lived in" again. I told our department chair that I read where the Packers have offered Brett Favre $20 million to stay away and told him I am much cheaper. I said, "How about a year's salary for me to stay away." He said, "No, but I'll pay you $10,000 to stay." I knew he was joking, and laughed. However, he came to my office a few minutes later and said that he actually had intended to talk to me about the future. He asked if I would consider coming back sometimes as an adjunct faculty member. He said they really hated to lose me and would like to have me part-time if I am willing. This time, he was serious. He has told me on numerous occasions that "they wouldn't know what they would do without me" (a real exaggeration, since none of us are irreplaceable), "would hate to lose me," etc. Anyway, the crux of the matter is that I told him I would think about it and might consider it if it would only involve Tuesdays and Thursdays. It also would not be every semester - not the coming fall semester, for example, because that schedule is already set. I also told him that I would need to be free for the trip to Greece and Turkey in the spring. I am planning an 11-day trip to Greece with 3 days cruising and visiting some of the Greek Islands, and a few short visit to the tip of Turkey. He was pleased about the whole conversation, said "good for you" about the travel plans, and he is going to check the salary scale to see what compensation they could offer. No $10,000 bonus, though!!! ;-) The department gave a wonderful retirement reception for me in May. The reception was held early because so many faculty are off-campus during the summer. It was a marvelous day - people came and laughed and stayed the entire time, not the type of "put in an appearance and then leave" courtesy visit that I sometimes see at receptions. MaryL Photos of Duffy and Holly: 'o' Duffy: http://tinyurl.com/cslwf Holly: http://tinyurl.com/9t68o Duffy and Holly together: http://tinyurl.com/8b47e |
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Retirement is here
"MaryL" -OUT-THE-LITTER wrote in message
. .. I have only one more week of classes, and then I really will "be retired." Actually, August 31 is the official date, but I have removed *everything* from the office except one small box of supplies that I may need for the final week. The room really looked naked after I took all of my paintings home. I also gave a second key to the man who will be inheriting my office so he could start moving his books in and not have to do everything at the last minute. He has already filled most of the book shelves, so it's starting to look "lived in" again. I told our department chair that I read where the Packers have offered Brett Favre $20 million to stay away and told him I am much cheaper. I said, "How about a year's salary for me to stay away." He said, "No, but I'll pay you $10,000 to stay." I knew he was joking, and laughed. However, he came to my office a few minutes later and said that he actually had intended to talk to me about the future. He asked if I would consider coming back sometimes as an adjunct faculty member. He said they really hated to lose me and would like to have me part-time if I am willing. This time, he was serious. He has told me on numerous occasions that "they wouldn't know what they would do without me" (a real exaggeration, since none of us are irreplaceable), "would hate to lose me," etc. Anyway, the crux of the matter is that I told him I would think about it and might consider it if it would only involve Tuesdays and Thursdays. It also would not be every semester - not the coming fall semester, for example, because that schedule is already set. I also told him that I would need to be free for the trip to Greece and Turkey in the spring. I am planning an 11-day trip to Greece with 3 days cruising and visiting some of the Greek Islands, and a few short visit to the tip of Turkey. He was pleased about the whole conversation, said "good for you" about the travel plans, and he is going to check the salary scale to see what compensation they could offer. No $10,000 bonus, though!!! ;-) The department gave a wonderful retirement reception for me in May. The reception was held early because so many faculty are off-campus during the summer. It was a marvelous day - people came and laughed and stayed the entire time, not the type of "put in an appearance and then leave" courtesy visit that I sometimes see at receptions. MaryL Photos of Duffy and Holly: 'o' Duffy: http://tinyurl.com/cslwf Holly: http://tinyurl.com/9t68o Duffy and Holly together: http://tinyurl.com/8b47e Congratulations, Mary. What a nice compliment he paid you!! It's nice to know you're appreciated, and even nicer when you know you're needed and will be missed. I am so jealous of you getting to go to Greece and Turkey - wow! That sounds like the dream of a lifetime! Please take lots and lots of pictures to post when you get back! Happy Tails, and Warm Fuzzy Spotted Tummy Rubs, CatNipped |
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"MaryL" -OUT-THE-LITTER wrote in message
. .. "Adrian" wrote in message If you had said how much you look forward to meeting cats on your trip to Greece and Turkey, then it would't be off topic. I hope you have a great time when you go and take lots of pics, especially of cats. Good point! And I do look forwarding to greeting some of the cats I have seen pictured -- and get some pics of my own. Look out for any *swimming* Turkish Van cats! -- MatSav |
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Retirement is here
MaryL wrote:
I have only one more week of classes, and then I really will "be retired." Actually, August 31 is the official date, but I have removed *everything* from the office except one small box of supplies that I may need for the final week. The room really looked naked after I took all of my paintings home. I also gave a second key to the man who will be inheriting my office so he could start moving his books in and not have to do everything at the last minute. He has already filled most of the book shelves, so it's starting to look "lived in" again. I told our department chair that I read where the Packers have offered Brett Favre $20 million to stay away and told him I am much cheaper. I said, "How about a year's salary for me to stay away." He said, "No, but I'll pay you $10,000 to stay." I knew he was joking, and laughed. However, he came to my office a few minutes later and said that he actually had intended to talk to me about the future. He asked if I would consider coming back sometimes as an adjunct faculty member. He said they really hated to lose me and would like to have me part-time if I am willing. This time, he was serious. He has told me on numerous occasions that "they wouldn't know what they would do without me" (a real exaggeration, since none of us are irreplaceable), "would hate to lose me," etc. Anyway, the crux of the matter is that I told him I would think about it and might consider it if it would only involve Tuesdays and Thursdays. It also would not be every semester - not the coming fall semester, for example, because that schedule is already set. I also told him that I would need to be free for the trip to Greece and Turkey in the spring. I am planning an 11-day trip to Greece with 3 days cruising and visiting some of the Greek Islands, and a few short visit to the tip of Turkey. He was pleased about the whole conversation, said "good for you" about the travel plans, and he is going to check the salary scale to see what compensation they could offer. No $10,000 bonus, though!!! ;-) The department gave a wonderful retirement reception for me in May. The reception was held early because so many faculty are off-campus during the summer. It was a marvelous day - people came and laughed and stayed the entire time, not the type of "put in an appearance and then leave" courtesy visit that I sometimes see at receptions. How nice! You might want to take him up on the every-now-and then gig. You might enjoy it. Congrats on your retirement!!!!!!!!!!! kili |
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