<ul><li>The birthday celebrations continued for the next few birthdays after I wrote, but I gradually withdrew from them.</li><li>In the workplace where small things often spiraled out of control small things often spiraled out of control.</li><li>An update from a previous letter writer whose spouse would not wear noise-canceling headphones:</li><li>Unfortunately, the letter writer moved out and they are going through a divorce.</li><li>Second update explaining it was indicative of some pretty unreasonable expectations about family life.</li><li>A writer who wanted to know what to do when a boss asks for a timeline for leaving.</li><li>The writer experienced tough times before landing a challenging job when a crisis hit again.</li><li>The individual was able to find plenty of opportunities, eventually landing in a great position.</li><li>There's a reminder never to underestimate one's soft skills. If that recruiter hadn't recognized mine, I wouldn't have gotten that job.</li><li>Lastly, the writer expressed deep gratitude for the support of Ask a Manager's community.</li></ul>

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