April 2008 Weddings
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My Boss

I have a really great boss with the same name as me. Its rather funny because our first names are the same & the same last initial. Not long after I had started working she shared her past year with me. Earlier in 2009 her oldest son who was 26 died from a heart problem they weren't aware of. They found him in his room one morning. Then 3 or 4 months later her husband had a stroke and died. When she told me all this I don't think 6 months had passed. In the past 2 weeks her youngest son who is 20 just found out he has a tumor on his heart & has to have open heart surgery. The tumor is non cancerous. Nevermind all the work issues. She comes to work every day with a smile on her face, laughs and encourages others. Today was the first time I saw her cry. We were talking about the holidays and what a rough year its been for her. She said I never thought the holidays would be this hard. To me she is an inspiration! I can't imagine going through all her struggles & still being happy for the most part. Every day she comes to check on me and make sure I'm doing alright. I felt a little guilty today that she is asking me how I am. What a woman she is!!!!

Re: My Boss

  • That's so terrible!! I feel so bad for her, but I'm sure her optimism is getting her through these tragedies. I'm glad you have such a wonderful boss!! You've really lucked out with her and your last one.
  • wow... she is one amazing woman! you are really lucky to have her in your life right now!
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  • I couldn't even imagine!! What an awesome woman...Im telling ya, I am really starting to see how attitude is everything!! Im glad shes in your life =)
  • People like that are an inspiration.  Definitely give her some extra love this holiday season.  I cannot imagine what she could be going through.  Give her some hugs and love from the April08-ers!
  • Oh my god! Let's all remember this tomorrow when we are saying what we have to be thankful for. All things aside I think everyone here is pretty blessed.

     

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