I watched the VP debate. Palin did VERY well for herself. Biden actually did well himself. I have always been interested in the politics of election years. My occupation tends to lean towards Republican and my Hispanic heritage leans to Democrate. I consider myself an Independent. Both candidates are interesting.
I vote Independent as well, depending on who's running. I do have a favorite though this time, I think you already know. I do think Palin did way better than I thought she would. To hold her own against Biden was pretty good I thought. She is so perky I bet she puts lots of smileys in her emails!!!
About the staying late for your W, I think you should play it by ear and see how you feel. I have good PMA days where I show off my confidence and all that and lower PMA (I just typed PMS well that too) days where I just don't feel like messing with H. Of course, I have a bit different situation than yours, but still kind of think that's good to see how you feel. And I do love your stories about rushing to get out of there before she gets home (I've done that too sometimes). Karen