Got back around 1:00 p.m. today from Atlanta. The bowl game was a lot of fun, even though I could’ve cared less for either Auburn or Clemson (no offense, Matt and Walker). If you’d like to see a few pictures from the press box and sidelines click…

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It’s back to work tomorrow, to which I’m not looking forward. It’s been nice being off, but every good thing comes to an end. I wonder if I’ll say that again in a few days…

I’m not going back to work until Thursday, and I must say these last 2.5 days off have been awesome! I’ve been able to do a lot of things around the house, including some down time and a trip to Bass Pro Shops in Prattville.

I’ve never been to a bowl game, but my boss just called with the good news! I’ll be going live from, and enjoying, the Chick-Fil-A Bowl New Year’s Eve! I’m very excited about it! It’s a battle between Auburn and Clemson, so I don’t have a dog in the fight. However, my brothers-in-law do.

Matt, Walker… Look for me there! I’ll be on the sideline, or in the press box. I’ll get those final plans soon.

It’s been a good day that just got better.

Are these posts becoming more and more common? What do they say about me? Do they say I’m no longer a happy and thriving person?

I think not, but I’m still in a valley in some aspects of my life. As far as home is concerned, it’s good. I’m trying to spend more time with the family, even if it just means me being around the house. As far as work goes, it’s… okay. Some serious drama unfolded this week (thankfully, I’m not involved) with some new hires. From what I’ve heard, I may have another reason to look closely at my future.

I became sick Tuesday night, and it progressed into Wednesday. I was only able to stay at work a few hours, then I came down with a 102-degree fever, chills, sick… It was ugly. Needless to say, that bled over into Thanksgiving. I was too sick to make the trip to Mom’s, and that broke my heart. I was looking forward to going down, but instead was forced to stay in bed all day. I went back to work today, but some of my symptoms also kept me from the in-laws Thanksgiving dinner tonight.

I hope I feel better in the morning. Tomorrow is the Iron Bowl here in Auburn. I’ve got my sideline and parking passes all lined up, and I should be able to make it. The family is heading to Mom’s place to make up for Turkey Day, but I still won’t be able to go since I’ve got to shoot the game.

I’m looking forward to seeing Brad, Charlie, Doug and a few other guys I work beside during football season. Unfortunately, this is possibly the last time I’ll see them until next year. These guys are really what make the games fun for me. As a reporter/photographer, you’re not allowed to get “emotional” at games since you’re with the media. So, these guys make it worth being there. They’ve become great friends.

We won’t be getting our Christmas tree until the 8th. I’m going to try and get our decorations down from the attic Sunday afternoon. We should be able to get those up and save the tree for last.

I’m glad it’s Christmas, but I hate when people ask me for gift ideas. I don’t know what I want. The things I “need” are too expensive, and I really don’t even want them. I’ve got Amy and Alyssa squared away, but don’t have a clue what to get Mom, Dad and Mary, or Amy’s family. I usually leave them up to Amy. She doesn’t like that too much.

I guess that’s all I have left in me tonight. Please keep us in your prayers. Life changes are possibly around the corner, and we need help from above. I won’t say what they are for now, but will in due time (if they come to pass). Please just ask for God’s mercy and will.

I hope you have a great night, and I’m looking forward to having my weekends free again!

Wow… That was one of the best finishes I’ve ever seen. LSU got a lucky touchdown to beat Auburn 30-24 with :01 left in the game.

Bama and LSU sit alone now at the top of the SEC West. Thank goodness I’ll be in Tuscaloosa when those ugly purple and gold Cajuns get to town. Better yet, thank goodness it’s two weeks away. I can breathe a little before then.

Just glanced at the new college rankings.  Yeah, Bama fell out, but what did you expect?  I’m kind of chuckling, though. Florida didn’t drop out of the Top 10, and Auburn still didn’t get into the Top 25.

Looks like neither one of us has any national prominence this year.