Since it's been a long day and an even longer week, I'm just going to say it as quickly as possible: TGIF!

I had planned to leave work early today, but circumstances beyond my control kept me at my desk until nearly 7 p.m.

So much for crossing off the few remaining items on my holiday shopping list! I was hoping to avoid the weekend crowds, but it seems that's what's going to happen this weekend.

I also plan to continue my massive cleaning project. We'll see how that goes tomorrow.

Also, there's another Silver Alert out, this time for a 1996 beige Buick LeSabre. Here's hoping they find it soon, and that the driver is safe.