So much for composure

I have not cried in a long time, and especially not at work, but I have to run to the bathroom now after the email I just received from my first mentor back in the homeland about my fellowship:

I always thought you were terrific. You still are. Thanks for letting me know.

(My old student job boss, who rocks) retired - just now - and I miss her so much after working with her for 17 years.

All the best,
The first non-friends/family person who truly believed in me.

I can't tell you how much these words mean to me.