Favorite Fridays: Kaylie

Today is the day. It's really here. My amazing assistant of 5 years is moving on to bigger and better things, following her dreams and conquering the world of High School Spanish classes.

Kaylie has been a part of my life for so long, I can't even begin to think of how things will be without her. When I interviewed her I had just found out I was pregnant, and I could barely remember anything...not to mention keep my breakfast down. Within a few weeks she was finishing my sentences, and delivering Coke products on an as-needed basis. Kaylie was here the day we brought our first baby home from the hospital...she witnessed all of the newborn madness, from breastfeeding to pumping to changing diapers and walking around the house like a zombie, Kaylie was there.

Kaylie was our very first babysitter. I will never forget the night my husband called her and begged her to come rescue us. Within an hour she was pushing us out the door, assuring us everything would be fine. She was right.

I could go on and on for days about how amazing she has been, not only to me, but to my company, and also to my family...here come the tears. She will always be a part of us, and I know I will always be able to count on her. It's not every day you meet someone like her. Someone who will drop what they're doing to come and help you, or put in the effort to make something GREAT, not just good.

She has become more than just an employee to me, she is truly a friend, and I will treasure her forever.

So I dedicate this Favorite Friday post to my favorite assistant, friend, confidant and cheerleader (not to mention my brain on several occasions). Thank you for FIVE amazing years- we have been through so much together and I am so incredibly proud of you. Thank you for my endless checklists, organized computer files and an office full of memories...I am forever grateful to you.