Totally amazing – the train ride to Seattle has been really therapeutic. Just seeing the blue skies, forests and space really brings so much solace, rest and renewing. THIS is my kind of holiday. Not Bangkok.
Was a little afraid that seated against the train flow would make me dizzy, but thankfully I’m ok. Symbolically, it feels like I’m reflecting and looking back at the week that just went by. I’m still taking it in. Wrote a note to Melvin, telling him how thankful I am for this opportunity; also to Ruth – just really glad she’s here –to chat, be there, go into the indoor heated Jacuzzi pool together (you need 2 to be in there) and be excited about shopping J. Oh yes, of course, thankful for Calvin too – I spent most of my waking hours with him – going for all meetings, work on SG projects, taking calls together and also hanging out.
The last week has been fabulous – despite the long flight, packed schedules with back to back meetings and needing to tune into SG work at night in Pacific Time. Was superb to meet up with Studio D across the globe, feeling the energy, the excitement and witnessing the innovation and shifts that are taking place. After all the emails and concalls, it’s really good to see them face to face 
. Am looking forward to future collaborations and more integration. Felt I’ve learnt much and gained a broader understanding of the communications, the industry and of course WE/Studio D.
I must say Melvin’s a fantastic boss (he hates me calling him that) but he is a really good leader. Amazed at how smart he is and also how much he cares for people. Thankful for his coaching and openness. Was lying on the office bed and a flash of thought came to me – it’s been such a journey – so much has transpired over the last 1.5 years I’ve been at Waggener. So much.
Super glad that Mel, Cal and I get along really well both at work and also off-work. Beyond the crazy schedule, it was superb that we could chill together – have late dinners (almost suppers), hang out and laugh it off. There were just so many ROFL moments (also with Ruth) that just made the whole experience totally fabulous. Call me sentimental, but these are the things I treasure a lot.
With Calvin, since he came on board in March, I’m both relieved and happy. Having someone there to bounce off ideas, consult with and go through challenges together is a good thing. Really happy to explore Portland, take photos, have fab meals together. I’m glad that with little sleep and challenges, we can laugh things off and crack silly jokes instead of being grumpy. Can’t imagine the trip (or Studio D APAC) without him. Thankful for his friendship, so so so glad he is here.
Okay, onward to Seattle – half wishing Cal can go on the trip together but heh, he’s got to go home and cover me for work. Hoping the weather keeps up and looking forward to new sights, fresh experiences and different dimensions.
