So, I am happy to say that as of Friday, I am getting 4 days off. At least, I hope I am. I requested 2 weeks ago, and of course have not received confirmation from work yet. Jeez.
Last week I had 2 full days where I was on the phone literally ALL DAY with the help.
desk. The department help desk was trying to outsource my problem to a contractor who in turn, was referring me back to my department help desk. So frustrating! Essentially I was told I need a new computer, but evidently the federal government has a shortage of laptops - go figure!
Anyway, I need some R and R badly. I am going on a 12 hour drive with a hiking friend to Big Bend National Park which is in Western Texas, where the Rio Grande River (which separated Texas from Mexico, makes a "big bend". It is fairly isolated and already warming up, so we will be taking lots of layers and water and sunscreen!
Here are some pictures I found online and an article about the park Attractions in Big Bend National Park (usatoday.com)
I will hopefully be back safe and sound next week and will post photos.
