Year less a day...

...because that's what our collective agreements (fancy word for a contract) with the government allows us as a sabbatical: a one-time, year less a day leave without pay for personal reasons. Both of our bosses were not only open-minded to the idea, but willing to accommodate all of the inconvenience that a year-long absence brings with it, and we're very grateful to them for that. Without them, this trip wouldn't be possible.