And… strangely enough, I don’t feel devastated.<\/p>\n
It’s eerie. And shocking. But… it’s me.<\/p>\n
I feel, weirdly enough, invincible.<\/p>\n
I feel like this can only lead to new things. To good things. To new opportunities. I feel elated and happy.<\/p>\n
It’s a stark contrast to how I felt the last time I lost my job. Then, I was crushed. Thank God that the Scarlett pics leaked that day, or I don’t know what I would’ve done.<\/p>\n
But now… I feel like it almost doesn’t matter.<\/p>\n
I think I know what’s going on. It’s me, and it’s the vampire’s powers. I had no idea how strong he is. I mean, I had no idea<\/i>.<\/p>\n
I feel amazing<\/i>.<\/p>\n
I’ve grown up so much, too. I’m not the man I was. I’ve changed. I’m so much stronger than I was back then that that’s incredible in and of itself. <\/p>\n
Last time, I felt like crying for weeks. This time, I feel only pride at the things I’ve accomplished at work. I’ve legitimately done amazing things, and I’m recognized for it. I feel great.<\/p>\n
I’m really impressed by the vampire, and by Sara. too. Her ability to navigate stressful social situations with grace, confidence and attitude is second to none. Thank you, Sara. I could tell that my boss was impressed by how coolly and confidently I took the news. I mean, I learned the news before I left that my last day was tomorrow- after a near 5 year stint- and I handled with grace and aplomb, I thought. It was amazing, how I felt.<\/p>\n
I didn’t break down. I wasn’t even unduly shocked or scared. I took it like a man.<\/p>\n
Ironically, by borrowing from a girl.<\/p>\n
Sara- you really are incredible. Thank you for what you’ve done with me.<\/p>\n
Before I left today, I used my organizational powers to strip mine my cube of everything of value.<\/p>\n
It occurred to me while doing so that it’s that set of powers that the vampire might want access to. <\/p>\n
Or, maybe he just wants “Tom” to be whole. Hmmn. He is<\/i> good, at the end of the day. He really is, I think.<\/p>\n
I feel just amazingly strong, now, and not like a monster. I feel like a human with great self confidence and a great future ahead of him.<\/p>\n
I feel, kinda, like myself. I feel like I used to feel, before the split.<\/p>\n
Kinda.<\/p>\n
Well, I need to rest up for tomorrow’s big day. It’ll still be difficult.<\/p>\n
But, it’ll be doable.<\/p>\n
Thanks, guys! The future looks fantastic.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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