Congratulations.... if you need the job.

Condolences, if you don't.

During the last big Federal shutdown, I was off for 5-6 weeks. For the first time in my adult life, I had the time and the money to travel and/or do stuff I never had before. But IF a new budget was passed, I had to be back to work pronto, so I couldn't go anywhere. It was expected to be resolved in fairly short order, day ofter day, for weeks. What a waste. (for the taxpayers too)
I retired last year, and 18 months into it, I have to say I pretty much like it.

Flannel PJs aren't just for sleeping anymore. (I do
not wear them to Walmart!!!!)