My county wants me. My county needs me. I have been summoned for jury duty.
It's really not a big deal. I enjoy getting an inside look at the process. It's not the first time. There was a round of questioning during my last stint, and I got bounced. I later learned the defense attorney wanted no part of me, something I never let him forget any time I ran in to him at the courthouse.
Here's the rub. My service falls during a week I have scheduled for vacation. I'm honest to a fault. I have no plans, so I didn't try to delay my date with the county. The questionnaire has been filled out and sent back. I have to call the night before to see if they need me.
Let's hope for pleas and settlements, and please do me a favor. Don't commit any crimes between now and mid September.