I would imagine when the person reading this first saw the title, they assumed this would be a letter filled with something less than positive. Unfortunately, often times, the word “boss” is defined negatively. I am eternally grateful that this isn’t the case for me. So, let this be an open letter to my boss, someone who I can call a friend and a role model.

There are really no words that can fully express how very grateful I am that God or whoever up above brought you into my life. One of the greatest gifts someone can receive in life is a person who is supportive of them unconditionally, celebrates their victories, treats them with such grace and humbleness… Which is all of the characteristics that you inhibit. Not only are you my boss, but you are also one of my biggest supporters and cheerleaders. You are here in my life as a constant reminder that I am above every struggle I go through and worthy to live a great life.

As much as we joke around, I truly mean it when I say that I look up to you. You are a bright light on a dark day, and rainbow amongst the clouds.

It’s one thing to have your best friends by your side; it’s another to have a boss handle their employees with such grace and compassion. I look up to you.

I’ve been through a lot, and since day one you have always been there. I absolutely love being able to joke around with you, yet at the same time we can separate when it’s time to joke around from when it’s time to work. You bring so much life into the place.

I hope you know the genuine appreciation that I have for you. I may not express it on a day to day basis; but each day I am a little more thankful. Trust me when I say; that knowing you is a gift, and working under you is a blessing.