The esteemed American Benjamin Franklin had a son. William. The two were on opposite sides during the Revolutionary War.

William at the time was the British appointed Governor of New Jersey. He implored the New Jersey State Legislature to remain loyal to the British Crown during the Revolution. He believed such was the road to achieving “peace, happiness, and a restoration of the public tranquility.” He was opposed to “anarchy, misery, and all the horrors of a civil war.” 

William was born in 1730 to an unknown mother and raised by his father Benjamin Franklin’s common law wife Deborah Read,

Benjamin was a known “playboy” with the ladies and the fact that two ladies were involved with William not surprising.

William was considered a capable Governor and was encouraged to join the Revolution. He refused, was placed under house arrest, and removed from the Governorship by the Continental Army in January 1776. He was later imprisoned in Connecticut. When released, he followed his beliefs and fought for the loyalists.

The two never reconciled.

My right ankle and lower leg are still swollen and painful. I am taking a strong antibiotic and 15 other pills and remain in bed all day with my legs elevated. 

Dr. Norris and Nurse Sarah attended me at home yesterday. Norris thought the ankle looked the same, though still very swollen and warm. He said lets watch it. The antibiotic has to kick in at some point.

Sarah came after Norris had left. She immediately said it was larger/more swollen. She had measured it in the hospital. Measured it again, It was one centimeter larger than when I was discharged. She thought I should return to the hospital. I needed the antibiotic intravenously. She said she would contact Norris and see what he thought.

I’m sure they talked. However, I am still here.

My ankle is smaller this morning for the first time in several days. Not a hell of lot, but enough to be noticeable. If it continues to come down, I doubt I will be returned to the hospital.

Enjoy your day!