Was I mixing metaphors?
My angry brother was just here, primarily I believe, to check out the lay of the land. We were cordial, and my other brother and father were here as well, watching the 5:00 news. I know he's embarassed that too much beer and his wife got him going, and I'm not going to hold a grudge. My hurt feelings will heal. The truth is, I love my brothers, and I won't let this megillah separate us.
I'm really not being noble; I am quite proud of my two brothers' accomplishments and abilities. Always have been and always will. I still want to kick his ass today.