Friends over family

I remember it well.
The argument with my mom when she had a family event planned and I had plans to be with friends.
It seems MB has done the same.
This weekend. I thought we would all be together for Shabbat. DB is coming home (I hope)
MB has other plans.
To be with friends. Before the boys go off to the army.
Friends over family.
I guess it was bound to happen...