A “Mr. Rick” day – I promise I really was working

Since the Good Lord above, in His infinite wisdom, saw to it that the universe would be better off if I never had any kids of my own, I have experienced great joy in being “Uncle Rick.” I have been bestowed with that honorable moniker by some kids who were the children of good friends and not even “technically” related. The latest of these is an adorable little five-year-old named Kennedy Holbrook, the daughter of our manager, Cheltsie Holbrook. Although she has, on occasion called me “Uncle Rick,” she more often calls me “Mr. Rick,” which is what most everyone around here calls me. I have never been one to attempt to “force” myself on anyone, especially kids. If they fe