http://www.kare11.com/news/article/944692/14/Dad-fired-while-caring-for-son-with-leukemiaThoughts? It sounds like the kid is about to die, so I'm wondering why the company couldn't just put him on unpaid leave and hire a temp? But I also understand needing all your people there for the busy time of year.
If I wanted to hear the pitter-patter of little feet, I'd put shoes on the cat.