Goodbye UWA

I just finished my last day at work! This morning was my farewell morning tea; everyone baked cakes and gathered in the tea room to give me a classic EaRN send off. I received my token UWA hoody, apparently the go-to gift for all leaving “Bathies”, along with a card that everyone had written lovely messages in. A few people who no longer work in our building turned up, so it was nice to see some old faces! The only thing on today’s agenda was working on my discussion, which I’ve just submitted for further comments. I’m going to have to remember that I do actually still have alterations to make over the summer, which is going to be difficult when I’m busy being reunited with all my loved ones! However, I think I can afford to give myself the next few weeks off :) By 2pm, I was packing up my stuff and leaving the lab for the final time.

This afternoon has mainly consisted of packing. Looking at my bulging case and the pile of stuff still left to cram in, I’m a little concerned about getting everything home! That old chestnut of wearing ten layers on the plane could well become a reality. I’m going to take a short nap before I get ready for the conference dinner, a.k.a the last time I’ll see all my work friends before I leave the country. It’s going to be an emotional one for sure! I’ll also receive my award, which is pretty exciting. Considering the fact that we’re leaving for the airport at 3am, I probably won’t bother sleeping after I get back from the dinner and just try to sleep on the plane instead. 14 hours until take-off.