A Tale of Four Fridays

Well, for four Fridays in a row, my presence will be required in Frederick County.  Unfortunately, the reasons for some of them aren't good

1. Last Friday (Feb. 19): I went home to pick up a book and some food, and to visit my parents.
2. This Friday (Feb. 26): This was supposed to be the trip for my sister's graduation, and it does look like the weather may cooperate.  However, a more urgent issue has arisen.  My grandmother has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.  My mom didn't give a prognosis timeline, but my aunt and cousin who live in New Mexico are flying into the area in the next few days (my uncle is already in the area on business), and I was told that it would be a good idea for me to visit my grandmother soon.
3. March 5: I have to serve as the math judge for the semifinals and final of the Frederick County Academic Tournament.  It's at the Oakdale High School building if anyone is interested in attending.
4. March 12: First day of spring break (for me) = dentist appointment.

So, if I'm hanging out with any of you guys in the near future, and I get a phone call that prompts me to leave, well, it will probably have something to do with point number two.