One usually looks forward to holiday weekends. That 3-day weekend that may consist of neighborhood barbecues, or a trip to the park for a hike, or even a night out for dinner and a movie.... or just simply getting an extra day and not having to go to work!

Me? Not looking forward to the Memorial Day weekend this year. Why? We have company coming. This person has been saying for the past five years that he'll visit. Well, the day has finally come.

I'll tell you what, though. If he does not acknowledge his son's birthday -- since he'll be here on the actual day -- I get to give him a swift kick, right??!!

Oh boy. It's going to be a looong weekend!