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I breathe a sigh of relief when Mom doesn't instruct me to stay behind after the event concludes. The weight of potential extra duties lifts off my shoulders, and I drive home feeling like I'm being cooled by icy water after enduring an extended period of heat.
With the annual Founder's Celebration coming to a close, I clock off work early, while those on shift return to their respective duties in high spirits. This event has always had a profound impact on staff morale, which is why it's a staple among our programs.
I step on the brake as I approach the intersection, and the cars around me come to a halt in obedience to the red light flashing overhead.
The road is a complex five-way intersection, with cars moving in from multiple directions. When the traffic lights turn gr
