Reword the following logical explanations for a negative message so that each has positive rather than negative words and tone. Consider what can be done rather than what cannot. Add necessary details.
a) Time off cannot be taken without permission of your district supervisor.
b) I regret that I will not be able to approve your request for a two-week vacation because company policy does not allow approval for vacation time over one week twice a year.
c) I am sorry the high school homecoming dance for June 1 will not be held as scheduled. It is cancelled because of an outbreak of H1N1 flu. Rescheduling now has changed the date to July 15