Was Laverne's reaction to Shirley's departure positive or negative?

Laverne's reaction to Shirley's departure was a mix of both positive and negative feelings. On the one hand, she was sad to see her friend and co-worker go because they had been through so much together. On the other hand, she was happy for Shirley because she knew this was a great opportunity for her and that she deserved the chance to pursue her dreams.

Laverne was also proud of Shirley for taking the initiative to make a change in her life. She knew that Shirley had been unhappy and unfulfilled in her job and she admired her courage and determination. She was also excited to see what amazing things Shirley could accomplish with this new opportunity.

Overall, Laverne was mostly positive about Shirley's departure. She was happy to see her friend find success and was proud of her for taking a chance. She knew that Shirley deserved this opportunity and she was excited to see what the future held for her.