February 14
February 14
I’ve been dreading writing this because putting it into words makes it real, and I badly didn’t want it to be.
I have so many fond memories of you. You were my first point of contact with Rendeavour, and it was a pleasant and seamless candidate recruitment experience with you.
You got me a Fitbit when mine spoilt. You didn’t have to, but it was such a thoughtful gift and gesture. I remember you taking me out to lunch on my first day at work to help me settle in. I remember our banter. I’d stop by your desk every time I was overwhelmed and you always welcomed me with your usual “how na?” or “how goes it?”
You’d tease me and call me Indaboski. You also consoled me when I lost a dear friend.
I remember the late nights at the office, reviewing documents and ensuring that everything was excellent. Only the best was good enough for you!
I also remember the disagreements. We didn’t always agree, but it never mattered because we’d discuss the issues and go back to our usual banter, no hard feelings.
You sent me a heartfelt email on my last day at Rendeavour, which I’m now so grateful for, as I can keep referring to it anytime I want to hear from you.
Even after I left Rendeavour, you checked on me, and we kept in touch, although not as often as I’d have liked. I thought we had time to build a proper friendship, outside of the usual blurred lines of work and play, but God had better plans.
You were so full of life and energy, and you lit up every room you walked into, and that’s how I’ll always remember you.
Till we meet again, rest well, Odems!❤️