Diary of a Furloughed Fed: Day 16 -- The end

While driving last week out to apple picking territory, we spied a number of signs that announced  "Deer crossing next mile".  How do the deer know where to cross?  Why are there no stoplights?

When girls get bored, girls go to lunch then get mani-pedis.  I got brave and went dark polish on those old toes.

But wait, there is news -- the Tea Party has caved.  With Boehner declaring just minutes ago that the government should re-open tomorrow, I am preparing to return to work on Thursday, Friday for sure.  The votes in House and Senate are tonight.  Affordable Health Care will endure.  However, I worry that we will face this all again in the new year.  This is not a time for congratulations.  It is only a time to sigh and catch our breath.

It is very humbling to be forced out of work; to be sidelined.  I had to put my trust in my team.  They did good, but I certainly missed the action and the influence.