I always say "everything happens for a reason" I do the same way, roster my holidays around AD. One time I applied for holidays aweek to early. Few days before my holidays were to start I realized my mistake.
I told my boss some unfortunate matter came up and if I can move my holidays. She agreed and was even happier for me to do that because another employee needed that time off desperately.
Would you prefer to go to OD rather then AD? Did u apply online and got an invitation for those days?
I think everything is worth it if you believe in it
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