Yes, I had to say goodbye with a smile and give you a big happy hug. I must admit I did it only to support the cause we agreed upon and help you depart knowing that the project was worth it!

Yet inside I was sad and lonely and the echo of the door closing behind you was still lingering in the air and my heart was already missing you. Tears were rolling down my cheeks to water down the realization that your absence was very hard on me.