14:55 CDT
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I had my annual performance review today. It went well, but I was 
given some disheartening news. The Cap'n (my nickname for supervisors 
that I like) is leaving her position soon to help take care of a 
family member. I'm sad to see her go, but I'm glad that I was able to 
always ensure that her trust in me was never displaced. I always had a 
fair degree of autonomy in my job. I'm a little concerned about what 
the immediate future will bring. Regardless of how the chips may fall, 
I will adapt. It helps that I am intending to retire next year. It 
gives me an ace in the hole.

On a higher note, the cardiologist called to tell me that my ECG was 
fine, and that he would see me again next year. This graybeard will 
not complain about that. ;)