Eddie Rabbitt once sang about how he loved a rainy night, but what I love are rainy days.

Sure, it's a little inconvenient when you're out and about in the middle of a half-dozen errands that must get done today. But, once you're back in the comfort of a warm home, it's nice.

Today, I was finished with the errands by 1 p.m., and I've spent the afternoon finishing up the laundry, cleaning up the mess -- a little bit at a time -- writing out some holiday cards and wrapping presents. By the time 8 p.m. rolls around, I will have accomplished so much -- and will have completely earned two hours in front of the television, watching Animation Domination, even though I'm not all that into it. (At that point, I am too tired to read, but not ready for bed.)

I'm a little sad that my five-day weekend is coming to a close. But, I'm also refreshed and ready for a five-day workweek. And it just doesn't get any better than that.