Saturday 9 February, 2008
Last Day at LP
I've always enjoyed the drive to Lonely Planet. All that industrial landscape. Yesterday was my last day.
Hopefully the clouds are in no way symbolic of what's coming up next. (Yes, it's true, I often stand around with my head tilted at an awkward angle and my hand hovering in the air.)
This much photographed view from the roof continues to be gorgeous.
Then there were drinks on the roof. I won't miss the job - though it certainly had some interesting moments. But I will miss the people.
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