And for the other 12 people in my division who were laid off today. Wilbert checks my blog regularly, and always has something nice to say. He's a true Southern gentleman, and I know he will go on to bigger and better things, but I will miss working with him.

"Every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end" (Roman philosopher Seneca).

To Wilbert (and Joe and Craig, and everyone else) - Cheers! Life has a funny way of working things out for us, whether we know it at the time or not. I know you will all go on to something better, and I wish you all the best!

To everyone else, sorry - it really wasn't a fun day today. Will try to be more cheerful tomorrow.

Very nice shot. Took me a minute to figure out how you had gotten those neat streaks in the glass. I hope the best for everyone that got laid off. LostAspen · 2008-06-12: 22:07

It's always hard to hear of job cuts... best of luck to your friends. Nice that you dedicated your post to them. DancingDolphin · 2008-06-12: 22:07

Very nice tribute to your friends. I wish them all the best. ambersunsets · 2008-06-12: 23:19

Awesome shot. joycephotography · 2008-06-14: 01:16

I love this picture, but I'm sorry to hear about your friend. I hope things work out for him. quietgal · 2008-06-16: 20:11

I'll drink to that, too, Liz. Old Oriental saying: "When one door closes, another opens." May your mates now find something which will be more rewarding for them (financially, mentally and spiritually). Best regards to you and all of them. meiling · 2008-06-18: 09:15

"Cheers" and a very nice shot coyoteself · 2008-06-25: 15:59