Spanky's Clubhouse

First came the snow which was just a slight covering and then came the sleet which covered all of the trees and the wires. Thank goodness we did not lose our electricity. We take everything so for granted but especially electricity and water. The lights did blink a few times but never went off. Everyone was reminded to check the batteries in their flashlights in case the electricity did go off. The weather people make such an extremely big deal of every little storm any more-this is just normal weather for winter in the northern part of Illinois. People need to respect the weather and not go places unless it is absolutely necessary. Several serious and fatal accidents around the area. Interstate 80 closed near the quad cities as a semi-truck overturned with hazardous materials in it. A fatal accident near Rockford. All the basketball games were cancelled, a Christmas Gathering at Bethel Church was cancelled, and many church services cancelled for tomorrow. Eleven years ago today we had a very slushy snow that came down in the early morning and we received the shocking news that my brother-in-law died in his sleep. He was only 56 years old. We were all reminded of the readings today that say to be prepared as we never know the hour or the day when the Lord will call us home. Joel was confirmed at St. Mary's in Freeport on this day eleven years ago and the Bishop also reminded the young people to be alert and be right with God as we do not know what another day will bring.