Two weeks ago, Ava told us about the "Minute to win it Read-a-thon". All students were to come home and ask for "pledges". Even though we have 3 children in school, only Ava told us about the Read-A-Thon. That same day, Marc was talking to Doug (his boss) and somehow the read-a-thon came up in their conversation. Doug insisted on Marc putting him down for a $20 pledge!
Today in the mail, a very kind letter was addressed to Ava with an enclosed $20 bill!
All of our children get excited when they receive mail, but today when Ava heard who the envelope was from her eyes lit up!
I read the card which said...
"Advancing this to you as a vote of confidence for the November "Read-A-Thon". Given your proven abilities, positive demeanor, and outstanding genes, there is no doubt YOU WILL BLOW AWAY YOUR GOAL!
Best, Doug
What blows my mind is how thoughtful this was. Marc has had many bosses and most only knew Marc had a family. They didn't know how many kids we had, what their names were, or even care to ask how they were doing! Not that a boss needs to do those things because after all it is a workplace! However, acknowledgment goes a long way. Whenever he is in town and keeps Marc out late for dinner, he sends Marc home with dessert and an apology for cutting into family time. He is an amazing person to be so thoughtful and caring when he doesn't HAVE to be, but is because he WANTS to be!
We are very thankful for such a wonderful person in our lives!
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