It’s a Leap Year. Here’s How to Get Out of Work on Feb. 29th
LifestyleRoughly every four years, our precious little planet gets an extra day, all thanks to Julius Caesar. We won’t bore you with the details but it all has to do with how long it takes the Earth to go around the Sun. He didn’t get his math quite right, but who can blame him—that sh*t is hard, and was likely even more difficult in 50 B.C.
Call it a blessing or a curse, 2024 is one of those years. (In 1976, it gave us Ja Rule, so we say it’s a gift). According to some sources, February 29th isn't recognized as a legal day on the modern calendar. Which begs the question... why are we working through it?
As individuals who will gladly die on unnecessary hills, your friends here at Death Wish Coffee believe February 29th should be YOUR day. To do with what you please. So, we wrote up some sick notes for you to copy & paste, then send to your boss. Get the day off, slam some coffee, and get into something weird. Then, sign the petition at the bottom of the blog to help us make Feb. 29 a recognized holiday and hopefully we'll never have to do this again.
IF YOUR WORKPLACE IS FORMAL:
Dear [BOSS’S NAME],
I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to inform you that I am unfortunately feeling quite unwell today and will not be able to make it into work. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and wanted to ensure that you are aware of my absence.
I have been experiencing nausea and extreme fatigue, which make it difficult for me to perform my duties effectively. I believe it is best for me to take the day to rest and recuperate so that I can return to work at full capacity as soon as possible.
I will keep you updated on my condition and let you know when I am able to return to work. In the meantime, I will ensure that any urgent tasks are either delegated or completed remotely if possible.
Thank you for your understanding and support during this time. Please let me know if there are any additional steps I need to take in regard to my absence.
Best regards,
[YOUR NAME]
IF YOUR BOSS IS CHILL:
Hey [BOSS’S NAME],
I hope you're doing well. I wanted to shoot you a quick message to let you know that I'm feeling pretty lousy today and won't be able to make it into work.
Remember this Pepto Bismol commercial? It’s basically a word-for-word story of my present life. Honestly, I don't think I'd be much help around the office in this state, unless you want me painting the walls some form of putrid green—and no guarantees on which end of me it would be coming from. Gonna take the day to rest up and hopefully bounce back ASAP.
Holler if you need anything urgent, I’ll keep an eye on my phone. Thanks so much!
Pray for me,
[YOUR NAME]
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