It might not be right, but when it all comes down to it, you ARE just a number. You volunteered, got paid reasonably well and (if you were like me) had a great time in the mob. You are choosing to leave early, that is your right. If you think anything otherwise, then you are dreaming. As it happens, I got a nice personal letter from the AOC, a man I have never met. I used it in my CV, so thanks very much! Otherwise I got EXACTLY what I expected after 24 years, a good financial package and ....................... memories.
