Emma smiled as she served a plate to Mr. Johnson, a patient she had met many times. "Thank you, Emma," he said. Emma always liked to make the hospital cafeteria a friendly place.

She worked here for seven years and knew many hospital workers and patients. Everyone liked her bright attitude and kind words. "Emma, we will miss you," said Nurse Linda as she came in for lunch.

Emma thought about her next step. "I want to try something new," she told her friend Joe, who worked at the hospital too. Even though she was nervous, she felt hope for the future.

Her last shift was full of smiles and goodbyes. She looked around, feeling grateful for all the good friends and memories she made here. Change was hard, but Emma knew she was ready to start a new chapter.