She had even taken a holiday during the campaign.
Ballybrittas woman Patricia Ryan is certain to become a TD in the Kildare South constituency this afternoon.
Despite taking holidays during the election campaign, the Sinn Fein candidate leads the field on 22%, comfortably ahead of outgoing Fine Gael TD Martin Heydon.
With just over half of boxes tallied, the final seat will be a battle between Labour councillor Mark Wall on 15% and Fianna Fail TD Fiona O'Loughlin, whose 11% first preference vote will be bolstered by her running mate Suzanne Doyle.
Portarlington's Cathal Berry polls over 9% but is unlikely to take a seat.
The ceann comhairle Sean O'Fearghail is automatically re-elected for Fianna Fail.
Over 100 Jobs Created In Laois Following MyPay Contract
New Laois Domestic Violence Refuge Moves To Design Stage
Laois Hurlers To Receive Civic Honour Following Joe McDonagh Cup Success
TUS Research Centre Launches New Breastfeeding Support Toolkit
Dentists Set For Industrial Action This Month
Offaly TD Backs Tighter Citizenship Requirements
Laois Youth Worker Calls For Young People To Have Their Say On Proposed Culture Cards
Calls Made For More Facilities For Young People In Laois