A close relative of yours is having a birthday lunch next Friday, but you know you will be working. Write a letter to your boss or supervisor to ask for some time off. In your letter, explain the situation and why you particularly want to attend the lunch specify the dates, times and amount of time off you will need offer to work late or come in early another time to make up for the time. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Mr. Jones / Dear Mrs. Jones,...

Dear Mr. Jones, I am writing to request one off- day for next week. Would it be possible to have one day time off on Friday, the 12th of October? My aunt has recently recovered from a serious illness. Her birthday is next Friday.
As a result
of
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, my family is organising a surprise birthday party for her. It will happen at
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next Friday. She needs some moral support,
therefore
, I would like to be there.
However
, I am working on that time. It would be great
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if I could join them. Provided you agree with it, I will cover my day off
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extra hours next week. I won't have any urgent duties on my desk. If something happens related to customers, my friends would support and solve the issue.
Besides
this
, my mobile is always with me. I hope my request is heard well. I am looking forward to hearing from you. Best Regards, Jane Fonda
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