In a lighthearted farewell to his term as New York City’s 110th mayor, Eric Adams shared a video on social media Wednesday showcasing a personalized coffee mug inscribed with his most memorable quotes from his time in office.

The departing mayor appeared in good spirits as he read aloud from the mug gifted by his staff, laughing between phrases that had become his signature expressions during his three-year tenure.

“‘I wake up in the morning sometimes and look at myself and give myself the finger,'” Adams read, chuckling. “‘Stay focused, no distractions, and grind… It’s not what’s in the tweet, it’s what’s in the streets.'”

Other quotes included on the commemorative cup were “‘There are two types of Americans, those who live in New York and those who wish they could,'” and “‘Arrested, rejected, and now I’m elected,'” along with “‘I am Gandhi-like'” and “‘Every morning I wake up and turn on my GPS, my God positioning satellite.'”

Adams expressed gratitude to his City Hall staff for the parting gift in his accompanying social media post, writing, “It’s been an honor, New York!”

The moment marks the end of Adams’ administration, which began January 1, 2022, following his service as Brooklyn borough president and New York state senator. His mayoralty faced numerous challenges, from managing the city’s pandemic recovery to addressing public safety concerns and a migrant crisis that strained city resources.

The transition of power represents a significant political shift for New York City. Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old Ugandan-born democratic socialist who defeated Adams in November’s election, will be sworn in during a private ceremony at midnight Thursday in a decommissioned subway station. A public inaugural ceremony is scheduled for Thursday afternoon at City Hall.

Mamdani’s ascension to office marks several historic firsts for New York City. He will become the city’s first Muslim mayor and the first to take the oath of office using the Quran, Islam’s central religious text. The incoming administration signals a substantial ideological change for America’s largest city, moving from Adams’ moderate Democratic positions to Mamdani’s more progressive platform.

The transition comes amid concerns from some community leaders. The Anti-Defamation League has expressed worry about Mamdani’s stance on Israel and his appointment choices. According to the ADL, approximately 20% of Mamdani’s transition appointees have ties to anti-Zionist organizations, raising questions about how his administration will navigate relationships with New York’s significant Jewish community.

Adams leaves office having navigated a turbulent period in the city’s history. His administration dealt with the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, rising crime rates, an affordable housing crisis, and tensions between various community groups. In his final official remarks, Adams maintained that his administration had delivered “a safer and more affordable city” despite these challenges.

While Adams has not announced his future plans, his farewell video suggests he’s maintaining his characteristic optimism and unique communication style as he exits City Hall. The coffee mug featuring his most memorable quotes serves as a reminder of his distinctive approach to leadership and public communication during his time as mayor.

As for whether the public will have a chance to purchase similar memorabilia, no plans have been announced for commercial sales of the Adams quote mugs.