Dad 131: Football, Flu, and Falls

(Get well, everybody! Enjoy Dad's post. -- Tracy)

Derf here! Another sunny day in the Northeast. Really having a stretch of great winter weather. Over the next few days the temp is supposed to hit 40°. A January thaw, indeed.

Sorry the Indianapolis Colts are out of the playoffs. I had hoped they would be beating up on Peyton's Broncos this weekend. No such "Luck". Still want Broncos to get whipped so the Patriots can have home games throughout the playoffs. Probably, if all goes according to plan, the Pats will play the Broncos in Denver to decide who will represent the AFC in the Super Bowl. Go PATS!! Must beat Houston first!

I've got to give Alabama credit. They certainly are the best college team in the nation. Perhaps Ohio State would like a chance, but that is what suspension does to one's chances. Ohio State, still undefeated. Johnny Football still beat Alabama. Would like to see Alabama and Johnny play again. I believe Alabama would crush Johnny!! My own opinion!!

How about those Celtics. Three in a row. Even beat the Knicks without Rondo. We'll see what happens tonight. Hope for number four.

The past week has been a "bummer" for a few family members. Daughter Deb is slowly recovering from flu symptoms. Started Christmas day. Gradually getting back to normal. Not quite there yet. The rest of the Reeds all had the flu but bounced back quickly.

Illinois daughter Kim slipped, with coffee in hand, and fell while going from house to garage attempting to get to her Sunday School class. Result, a strained knee and a fractured ankle. Will know tomorrow if a cast is necessary. Or will it just be a boot? I'll keep you posted. During this school vacation time between semesters, Kim's daughter Kaelen visited her friend in Missouri. While there she took sick with a cold, sinus infection, and pink eye. A real happy time. With any luck, she will return home today. (Hang in there, Joe! It can't get much worse! Make sure Kelsey helps you keep the home running well.)

Sister Jean is undergoing an emergency operation as I write this. The doctor must check and find out what is causing an intestinal blockage. Asking for your prayers for Jean and her family throughout this process. Upon arriving home from the hospital last Friday, Kathy noticed ambulance at Jean's house. Niece Wendy had fallen and needed a transport to emergency. Kathy returned home later that evening with Wendy. This was a good result. Again, please offer prayers for Jean and family. Thank you all. I'll keep you updated.

Only three weeks left in January! Winter is flying by. Oh, how I wish this were true!

Until next time!

Toodle Pip!

Derf!