Brunette, yes, they know. My work Christmas party was the same day of my transfer, so when I found out that morning the transfer was cancelled I had to let them know I wouldn't be at the party. I sent an sms to my regional manager, but he called for an explanation (which he probably regretted since I was crying uncontrollably the whole time). They also know I took the following week off work for the same reason (the week of Christmas - I was supposed to work Mon-Thurs). When I called in sick that Monday my group manager actually said they hadn't expected to hear from me under the circumstances...