All, thanks for the input. It's odd how relaxing a cook can be. Even worrying about muddy dogs, grill temps, rib 'doneness'... That day in the rain was just what I needed.
My brother got me into this after our mom died and shared his talent with myself and my dad. It has become a tradition for the three of us to get together and grill two days after Christmas. Until last week I was the green beans and cornbread man, now we'll have two grill going. Maybe I'll cook a chicken for lunch and my brother will keep the honor of the main event.
I now understand, sometimes you just need to kick back, watch the grill, have a beer and worry about nothing else!
Thanks again!