WOW, what has changed?
I know corporate life and have been with my last employer for nearly 15 years. Fortunately we didnt celebrate the years at the company, and I could manage for years not to have my birthday on the calendar at the secretary. Just dont like these always-the-same-and-lame corporate parties with cake and coffee, or when done on Friday afternoon with a beer and wine. Now I'm my own boss for the last 4 years, and that feels great! Hope your changes you see coming will bring you much positivity.
My writing career is just finally growing to the point where I can feasibly make a living at it. It only took 22 years. : )
I agree, I really appreciate the sentiment. There are a few people who genuinely care but, overall, they are there for the free cake. : ) So glad to hear you experienced a positive transition into your own gig. Thanks, @edje!