Spring is finally upon Georgia. The cold temperatures recede, the trees turn green, and all of this can only mean one thing: It is time for the annual revolution fest.

Attempts at revolution have become something like a seasonal allergy in Georgia. The push to oust the government intensifies in spring, takes a break in summer to give politicos some time to shop in Europe and frolic on Mediterranean beaches, and then returns in autumn like a fall semester at school. Staying loyal to this proud tradition, some opposition politicians again have grabbed President Mikheil (Misha) Saakashvili by his ankle -- metaphorically speaking, of course -- to try and shake him down from his political pedestal.

But with the other hand, they are also busy pulling out each other’s hair.    

Most recently, the Georgian Party took aim at the US embassy for what they call Washington’s unwavering support for Saakashvili. Members then attacked other opposition parties that chose not to attend this year’s revolution, do not share its criticism of the US and seem to be exploring other ways of waging political battle.

Then came the personal insults. After calling each other "scum" in televised debates, Sozar Subari, chairman of the Georgian Party, and moderate opposition Republican Party leader Davit Usupashvili managed to set off a mud-slinging match involving almost all of Georgia's opposition parties.

And, of course, let's not forget Russia. Usually, the government claims that Moscow underwrites some of the attacks on Saakashvili. This time, the opposition beat them to the punch by claiming that various of their opponents are busy collaborating with the Kremlin.

Slowly but surely, this sideshow is overtaking the main show -- the oft-promised revolution.

Nonetheless, ex-Parliamentary Speaker Nino Burjanadze (late of Rose Revolution fame) still invites her supporters to attend another of her "final battles” with Misha on May 21. Mark your calendars.