from Uncle Brian

Well, I got a little silly in my last post and now Ed Aberger is threatening to sue me in federal court for calling him a Yankee criminal. All I can say is ignorance of the law is no defense and being a Yankee fan in Red Sox nation is a felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a fine up to $250,000.00. (make the check out to Brian D Condon, please). (Craig has been pardoned by President Bush). (You're welcome, Craig. Now you know why I was travelling to Kennybunkport and Camp David every other weekend this summer)

Returning to the real world, I saw Courtney tonight and she looked absolutely angelic as she rested. It was reassuring to see her in such a relaxed state. Diane and Craig continue their "Iron Man and Lady" act as they care for Court. At the risk of upsetting Diane, (not something I would wish on Hillary Clinton) (ok, that's a lie) I'm worried for Diane's general health. Being a man of few (spoken) words, I offered the following to my younger sister before I left tonight, "Eat, rest". Short and sweet. It can't be misconstrued. (((((Diane & Craig)))))

(I'd rather stand between a Hell's Angels motorcycle gang and 20 kegs of beer than to stand between Diane and Courtney. The way I see it, with the Hell's Angels I'd at least have a chance.)

One last thought - just when you think you've crossed the t's and dotted the i's, this happens - Alexandra, my wonderful stepdaughter, made it known tonight that she thought that Craig was my brother and that Diane was my sister-in-law. As these things go, I already think of Craig as my brother so that's not a problem. On the other end, I can't imagine my life, nor would I want to, with Diane not being my younger sister. As such, Diane has always owned a special place in my heart and always will.