WOW. So I am blown away. My most difficult client approached me and offered me a recommendation on LinkedIn. I know they were very happy with my work and with me, but it was a very pleasant surprise when they both reached out to me after I was laid off to offer their help and assistance. One of them wrote a glowing recommendation/review on my LinkedIn profile, which I am most happy about, and the other offered to provide a reference, if needed.
This reminds me of when I was a waitress, and how those who gave me the hardest time also gave me the biggest tips. Funny how that works.