GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN-FURLOUGH

I have been working to protect this country for about twenty years. There have been many occasions where I have done it without compensation and without complaint. For the first time in twenty years, I was told not to come into work. I have always taken pride in protecting my country and being able to support my family at the same time. Now I am not doing either. My colleagues and I have done many things which most would not do, because we took an oath and carry a badge and gun. There is an empty place in my heart and soul because I am not there, but it is worse to feel that I am letting down my family because I signed on to be a Federal Officer. I am educated, experienced, and understand the politics. There is no solace. BT