PinnedHappy AbsenceAn Expression of Loss That Could Not be Contained.This last week has shaken one of the foundations of my community that I felt I needed to share my grief with those who may understand, and…4 min read·Jan 30, 2023----
PinnedHappy AbsenceHoliday AnnouncementHOLIDAY ANNOUNCEMENT: Happy Absence is spending time with family and loved ones for the holidays. There will be no weekly posts beginning…1 min read·Dec 10, 2022----
PinnedHappy AbsenceHow to Apply for Washington state Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML)A step-by-step guide to applying for paid leave benefits under the state of Washington10 min read·Nov 3, 2022----
Happy Absence16 Simple Things You Can Do to Improve Your Wellbeing At WorkSubtitle: You won’t spend more than a lunch break on these 16 hacks toward your wellness in the workplace.12 min read·Nov 17, 2022----
Happy AbsenceFMLA & Pay: How does it work?Have you ever had to call into work for an illness or injury, but after realizing how much pay you’d lose, a great chasm of uncertainty and…12 min read·Nov 10, 2022----
Happy AbsenceYour FMLA Guide: How to Know if You’re Eligible for Federal Time-Off ProtectionsTaking time off work can be scary, especially if that time off comes unexpectedly. Life throws us many surprises and sometimes missing…9 min read·Oct 27, 2022----
Happy AbsenceThere’s More to Taking Time Off Work Than You May Realize: Here’s What You Need to KnowNo one is a number — including you. You deserve to know what benefits are available to you, and how to best use them.12 min read·Oct 20, 2022----