While some people will soon be clocking out, dolling up and painting the town, I'm about to throw on shorts, slide into flip flops and hang out on the patio at the ranch with my closest friends.

See, even when you can't afford big vacations or blocks of time away from the office, you can at least squeeze in some time out at the ranch. For me, it's the only place where worry can't find me. It carries some of my best memories and happiest moments. It's my very favorite place to go.

While ranch trips are not uncommon, I appreciate them more in the summer. Everyone seems to stay a little longer and laugh a little harder.

Here's hoping that we fill tonight with happiness, remembering the nearest and dearest who aren't able to join us.

Enjoy your weekend, friends. I'll see you on Monday.