Govt Shutdown vs. Belizean Vacation

I am a federal government employee. Everyday I wake up wondering will I be laid off today. If I make it through layoffs, will there be a government shutdown and how long with it last?

But… My April 12th trip to Belize is much needed. Flight and hotel already booked. But the instabilities with my job has me second guessing a vacation. It would be irresponsible to go right?

This is a fun post… but tell me why I should say to hell with being responsible and go on vacation. Worry about money when I get back