from a dear friend in brisbane who really cares...

...and also thinks he's funny.

dear Andrea,

...it's been months since we have heard from you. Those of us who really care about you are getting worried...have you been ill, hit by a truck...your typing fingers crushed by a falling piano...or are you just bored with us??? We've been well here. Ma caught the colic but the Doc came by and gave her a shot. Handsome young man he is too. Your Ma says his bedside manner is very good. It's the first time I've seen your Ma smile after being in bed for years. Your sister is getting married. I'll be taking my best shotgun to the wedding. The cows have gone of the feed so we haven't had milk in a few days. The drought is bad too. Last rains we had were in june 02, sure hope it rains soon or we'll lose the farm. Hope you get this letter and reply soon.

Love Pa.

ps: The sheep say hello.