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A Smile Card to Carry Me Through a Struggle


--by Amostee, posted Sep 5, 2010
 
In November our site of over 250 employees received the announcement that the company was closing our location and by March 31st everyone would be laid off.  While most of my coworkers were grateful for the four months of employment we had left, it was an emotional rollercoaster for all of us.

I'm a leader at this site and supervise a team of incredible people.  While I am going through the same struggles as everyone else, I believe I have a responsibility as a leader to provide moral support for my employees in this difficult time.  I have made it my mission to make them laugh, remind them of all the good things still to come, and to tell each of them how valuable they are.

This morning I came in to see a Smile Card on my keyboard.  Just when each day was beginning to feel like a struggle to put on a brave face and support my employees, that card reminded that I still have one of the coolest jobs around because I get to impact people in a positive way every day.

I still don't know who left me that Smile Card, but I do know that seemingly small act of kindness will carry me through what may be the toughest two weeks of my career and I am so grateful for that.
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Readers Comments

heartofflesh wrote: Love is never far away from a thankful mind and a grateful heart !.........Gratitude is heaven, you are already there my dear friend !!
I salute you for your courage !!
Bluebell wrote: I completely agree with lucky man and I also think that your optimism is going to Light your future whatever it may bring. My wish for you is that you keep on being the stength for those around you in these difficult times and may you get what your heart desires. Love and Light and a Thousand Smiles, Bluebell
unknown wrote: Lucky you for the card and the job you have chosen ... May God be with you, deepula :)
momov3 wrote: Sometimes humor, true light humor, is the best medicine. In a tough time, you've given a great gift- and in my opinion, the best part is- you've now found this site. It has been an incredible gift in my life! I'm sure you've heard the phrase God may close a door but always leaves a window open-well Amostee- I envision a whole lot of open windows for you with a great future ahead. Keep smiling and May God Bless.
Davinci PHARAOH wrote: You are heaven-bound and you are a blessing.

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