A lot of people on here seem a bit upset when they left and sort of slammed the door as they left. I sometimes look back in occasional anger at it (because it was at times really hard-the toughest job I've ever had in fact), but what's the point now? In all walks of life from the humble to the great, you are soon forgotten about and replaced y'know? Just got to bend with it. Most of my time in was pretty enjoyable but I wouldn't go back to it if offered, or turn the clock back to re-live it.
You are totally spot on LL, talking about the mob/old days at work is really boring. Stories in the pub with my ex branch/ship/ mates can be funny but I wouldn't want to relive it every time I meet them.
Got to move on. When you leave you immediately become entirely free from the servility of it and that is a fantastic thing in itself.