No good deed goes unpunished

My friend lives in a group home. I haven't seen her in a long time, so invited her to lunch next Wednesday, since it is my only day off. Usually she would be at club near my home, but club is closed that day (wouldn't you know!) She will be at the group home, some 12 miles away. There goes my time and gas, not to mention the cost of the meal.... Now I did ask her if she would be at the clubhouse. If only I had known, I would have opted for a different Wednesday!