Dear Betsy,
I want to thank you for the beautiful Christmas card. I dearly love it and will treasure it. Today Grandpa sent off two boxes to you and Kirstie. Have a nice Christmas and don't open them before Christmas. I wish I could see you. I hope you like your presents.
My feet are really a mess and so sore. I can't work any more. I thing I have the flu. I am nauseated and some chills.
Sandy returned to school today after missing 14 weeks. They gave her Germand for a week and then she will get Russian. I hope she can catch up.
Sandy worries about her weight. She has gained being sick. She weighs about 115# and 5'3" tall. She thinks you are too thin. She can exercise a little now.
Are you going to church? What time is it? Ours is 9-12:15. This is only one Mormon in Sandy's school. My visiting teachers just came and brought me and Sandy a candy wreath. They are nice. I just got some since I am in a new ward. They are going to bring in some meals.
I have all my Christmas cards to do and a lot more but I can't go out much.
I have little news. Do you have lots of homework? Sandy does. I really miss you. I love you dearly. Please write me again soon. I love to hear from you. I hope you like your Christmas presents. It is hard to buy for you since I haven't seen you.
With all my love,
Mommy
I LOVE YOU
Tuesday, December 16, 1980
Sunday, December 14, 1980
December 14, 1980
Dear Kirstie,
I was so thrilled and happy to get your letter. It had been so long since I heard from you. I am glad you are well and settling in school. Your dad sent some pictures of you and you sure have grown up. Sandy can't get over your long hair. She is letting her's grow. Sandy starts to school tomorrow after being out for 14 weeks. She also has a low thyroid and started medicine yesterday.
My feet has been terrible and I have to stay in a lot. It is cold and damp here.
We hope to get your presents off this week. I hope you like everything. Grandma and Grandpa and Aunt Ida's gifts will all be with mine.
I missed you too at Thanksgiving. I am glad you like my cooking. To make meetball Stroganoff you need the following:
1 # hamburger
1 dry piece of white bread
1 cut up (diced) onion
1 egg beaten
salt and pepper
Mix together and then brown in pan on all sides. Take out of pand and drain the grease.
Add 1 can cream of mushroom soup,
1/2 can water
1/2 carton sour cream.
Mix these things and add meatballs. Then cook for 1/2 hour or longer on low heat. Stir frequently. Serve over noodles or rice.
I hope I didn't forget anything. I didn't have the recipe here that I can find. We haven't had a steak since we came. We eat tuna, hot dogs, hamburger, and chicken.
Well, I will close now. Remember I LOVE YOU with all my heart. I miss you.
Love and kisses
All my love,
Mommy
WRITE SOON
I was so thrilled and happy to get your letter. It had been so long since I heard from you. I am glad you are well and settling in school. Your dad sent some pictures of you and you sure have grown up. Sandy can't get over your long hair. She is letting her's grow. Sandy starts to school tomorrow after being out for 14 weeks. She also has a low thyroid and started medicine yesterday.
My feet has been terrible and I have to stay in a lot. It is cold and damp here.
We hope to get your presents off this week. I hope you like everything. Grandma and Grandpa and Aunt Ida's gifts will all be with mine.
I missed you too at Thanksgiving. I am glad you like my cooking. To make meetball Stroganoff you need the following:
1 # hamburger
1 dry piece of white bread
1 cut up (diced) onion
1 egg beaten
salt and pepper
Mix together and then brown in pan on all sides. Take out of pand and drain the grease.
Add 1 can cream of mushroom soup,
1/2 can water
1/2 carton sour cream.
Mix these things and add meatballs. Then cook for 1/2 hour or longer on low heat. Stir frequently. Serve over noodles or rice.
I hope I didn't forget anything. I didn't have the recipe here that I can find. We haven't had a steak since we came. We eat tuna, hot dogs, hamburger, and chicken.
Well, I will close now. Remember I LOVE YOU with all my heart. I miss you.
Love and kisses
All my love,
Mommy
WRITE SOON
Sunday, November 30, 1980
November 30, 1980 Sally
Dear Sally,
It was good to get your letter and the pictures. I have Burke West working full speed to cancel things. They claim it can be stopped. I am waiting for papers now and I sent them back and then Garry gets served. I can't work because of my feet and legs and have to file for Welfare. Thank you for all your help. I'll keep you posted.
Sandy has been out of school 13 weeks Monday with Mono. She still runs a temp every night and is tired. She misses you all and CA.
We have a kitten - 12 weeks old Tabby colored and call him Tuttles. He is a doll. Sandy adores him.
Well I was really busy around here. Sandy is still out of school. She had blood work the other day and her Mono spot is negative. She still has a temp of 100 or greater every day. She sees the doctor tomorrow. She has a tutor 2x a week but is really behind. She is getting used to being home all the time. I depend on her.
Garry wants to borrow $7,000 from me since the house sold. I sent all the papers to West. Garry wants me to carry a 2nd mortgage of $18,500 for 7 years at 13%. The people put $45,000 down and are assuming our loan. It is selling for $118,500. All this has to be agreeable with West. I'll call him tomorrow.
I plan to go to the Rehabilitation Center and see if I can learn to do something else. I can't stand 9 hours on my feet. My ankles and feet swell and get bright red and hurt terrible. I hold lots of fluid. It has been cold here lately. Our apartment is cold but each room has individual thermostat so Sandy can control her room and I can do mine.
Are you ready for Christmas? I have a hard time getting out with my feet. We will have a small Christmas. I still haven't seen then girls. Garry sent a picture of Kirstie today. She looks so grown up. He will be furious when he discovers I am stopping the divorce.
Sandy has really gained her weight. She is now trying to diet. She has her days and nights messed up. Her face is puffy. She has to get thyroid scan and tests done yet. We hope and pray all the time. I must close. Remember we love you and think of you so often. Say hello to everyone for us. Tell Ginny to write Sandy. I have to get some Christmas shopping done and soon. Take care.
Love,
Judy and Sandy
It was good to get your letter and the pictures. I have Burke West working full speed to cancel things. They claim it can be stopped. I am waiting for papers now and I sent them back and then Garry gets served. I can't work because of my feet and legs and have to file for Welfare. Thank you for all your help. I'll keep you posted.
Sandy has been out of school 13 weeks Monday with Mono. She still runs a temp every night and is tired. She misses you all and CA.
We have a kitten - 12 weeks old Tabby colored and call him Tuttles. He is a doll. Sandy adores him.
Well I was really busy around here. Sandy is still out of school. She had blood work the other day and her Mono spot is negative. She still has a temp of 100 or greater every day. She sees the doctor tomorrow. She has a tutor 2x a week but is really behind. She is getting used to being home all the time. I depend on her.
Garry wants to borrow $7,000 from me since the house sold. I sent all the papers to West. Garry wants me to carry a 2nd mortgage of $18,500 for 7 years at 13%. The people put $45,000 down and are assuming our loan. It is selling for $118,500. All this has to be agreeable with West. I'll call him tomorrow.
I plan to go to the Rehabilitation Center and see if I can learn to do something else. I can't stand 9 hours on my feet. My ankles and feet swell and get bright red and hurt terrible. I hold lots of fluid. It has been cold here lately. Our apartment is cold but each room has individual thermostat so Sandy can control her room and I can do mine.
Are you ready for Christmas? I have a hard time getting out with my feet. We will have a small Christmas. I still haven't seen then girls. Garry sent a picture of Kirstie today. She looks so grown up. He will be furious when he discovers I am stopping the divorce.
Sandy has really gained her weight. She is now trying to diet. She has her days and nights messed up. Her face is puffy. She has to get thyroid scan and tests done yet. We hope and pray all the time. I must close. Remember we love you and think of you so often. Say hello to everyone for us. Tell Ginny to write Sandy. I have to get some Christmas shopping done and soon. Take care.
Love,
Judy and Sandy
Sunday, November 23, 1980
November 23, 1980
Dear Betsy,
I was so happy to get your two letters a day apart. That was sweet of you. I want you to have a Rainbow pin with Pot of Gold on it. I would be proud to have you wear it. I hope you do enjoy Rainbow Girls there. Keep active for me and do your work well.
Whis is your dad going to allow you to come see me and Sandy? I miss you so much and love you dearly. Do you have a recent picture of you? If not, have dad take a poloriod one and send it to me.
Mommy's feet are bad and swollen. I am on antibiotics again and I am going to have to go on Wellfare as Nursing is too hard for me. Sandy is still out of school. She has to have tests run this coming week.
I am glad you like school and are doing so well. Your grades are good. Don't worry about Spanish. You can do it!
Sandy can't go to school until she loses her temperature which is 100-101 every night. Her tummy hurts a lot. She is on a low fat diet and I am on a low sodium diet and take lots of pills to help me urinate. My feet are huge and get infected so easily.
Sandy wants to know what Richard Eyer had to say. How far do you live from him?
Your weight sounds good. I weigh the same and I am underweight. I get little exercise now with my feet. You are going to get taller it looks like. Sandy is about 5'3" and weighs 115. She can't do much either in the way of exercise or diet. She sleeps a lot.
You look nice with long hair. Sandy is letting hers grow. I will let mine grow also except it is very short and will take a long time to grow.
Working 7-3:30 really did my legs and feet in. It is too hard work for me. I am trying to get some help now andmaybe a different career. Do you have my book "Joni"? I am reading the one you read "The Lord is my Strength" on the 13 year old who got so sick. I'd like to read "Joni" as I need to rebuild my life.
How is Kirstie doing? Does she practice the flute?
What are you going to sew next? I miss not sewing. What color is your winter coat and also Kirsties? Do you make most of your clothes?
Today, your Dad and I would be married for 17 years.
It is too bad you couldn't go to the Sadie Hawkins dance. I really used to like them. I hope Kevin likes you also. You are almost 15 years old. That is hard to believe.
I have little money. I can't work and it takes a long time before you can get money from welfare. It costs a lot to eat these days.
Grandma and Grandpa are really busy most of the time. Grandma still works 1-2 days a week. She said she got a nice letter from you and really enjoyed hearing from you.
Our apartment is small. I do have the mill up and part of the mixer. I haven't found everything yet. Sandy wants toknow where her globe is? I still make banana nut bread. Everyone likes it too. But I always think of you because you and Ginny loved it so much. You always loved it.
I lost my good watch on the way to work last week. Just makes me sick. I am wearing Grandpa Deakin's old one now. Maybe I will get one for Christmas.
It costs me 75 cents every load of laundry I was and dry. It adds up quickly. Sandy wasa a big help to me. Now she is sick and can't help much.
Now, I must close and get some sleep. Take care of yourself and take your medicine. Please remember how much I dearly love you and miss you. Write as soon as you can. I miss you and your letters sure help. I'll send the Rainbow pin back to you as soon as I can. I want my daughter to wear it. I am proud of you.
All my love to you,
Mom (commonly known as mommy)
I LOVE YOU
I was so happy to get your two letters a day apart. That was sweet of you. I want you to have a Rainbow pin with Pot of Gold on it. I would be proud to have you wear it. I hope you do enjoy Rainbow Girls there. Keep active for me and do your work well.
Whis is your dad going to allow you to come see me and Sandy? I miss you so much and love you dearly. Do you have a recent picture of you? If not, have dad take a poloriod one and send it to me.
Mommy's feet are bad and swollen. I am on antibiotics again and I am going to have to go on Wellfare as Nursing is too hard for me. Sandy is still out of school. She has to have tests run this coming week.
I am glad you like school and are doing so well. Your grades are good. Don't worry about Spanish. You can do it!
Sandy can't go to school until she loses her temperature which is 100-101 every night. Her tummy hurts a lot. She is on a low fat diet and I am on a low sodium diet and take lots of pills to help me urinate. My feet are huge and get infected so easily.
Sandy wants to know what Richard Eyer had to say. How far do you live from him?
Your weight sounds good. I weigh the same and I am underweight. I get little exercise now with my feet. You are going to get taller it looks like. Sandy is about 5'3" and weighs 115. She can't do much either in the way of exercise or diet. She sleeps a lot.
You look nice with long hair. Sandy is letting hers grow. I will let mine grow also except it is very short and will take a long time to grow.
Working 7-3:30 really did my legs and feet in. It is too hard work for me. I am trying to get some help now andmaybe a different career. Do you have my book "Joni"? I am reading the one you read "The Lord is my Strength" on the 13 year old who got so sick. I'd like to read "Joni" as I need to rebuild my life.
How is Kirstie doing? Does she practice the flute?
What are you going to sew next? I miss not sewing. What color is your winter coat and also Kirsties? Do you make most of your clothes?
Today, your Dad and I would be married for 17 years.
It is too bad you couldn't go to the Sadie Hawkins dance. I really used to like them. I hope Kevin likes you also. You are almost 15 years old. That is hard to believe.
I have little money. I can't work and it takes a long time before you can get money from welfare. It costs a lot to eat these days.
Grandma and Grandpa are really busy most of the time. Grandma still works 1-2 days a week. She said she got a nice letter from you and really enjoyed hearing from you.
Our apartment is small. I do have the mill up and part of the mixer. I haven't found everything yet. Sandy wants toknow where her globe is? I still make banana nut bread. Everyone likes it too. But I always think of you because you and Ginny loved it so much. You always loved it.
I lost my good watch on the way to work last week. Just makes me sick. I am wearing Grandpa Deakin's old one now. Maybe I will get one for Christmas.
It costs me 75 cents every load of laundry I was and dry. It adds up quickly. Sandy wasa a big help to me. Now she is sick and can't help much.
Now, I must close and get some sleep. Take care of yourself and take your medicine. Please remember how much I dearly love you and miss you. Write as soon as you can. I miss you and your letters sure help. I'll send the Rainbow pin back to you as soon as I can. I want my daughter to wear it. I am proud of you.
All my love to you,
Mom (commonly known as mommy)
I LOVE YOU
Tuesday, November 11, 1980
November 11, 1980
Dear Betsy,
I was so sorry to hear I missed your phone call tonight. I was at a Bible Study. I go Tuesday evenings. We got a Tabby kitten who is eight 1/2 weeks old and has his leg in a splint. He is a cutie. We call him Tuttles. We will take some pictures and send them. I work three days a week now 7-3:30 and my ankles swell terrible from temperature changes. I float everywhere. I don't have the good hospital benefits I had before.
I am proud of your school grades. Keep up the good work. You have a big load. Sandy has been out of school eight 1/2 weeks now and they are really piling the work on her. She has a tutor 2x a week. I am afraid she will be put back a year. She still has a temp of over 100-101 nightly and sore glands.
The doctor took my toe nail (big) off Friday and I had infection in my ankles so I am back on antibiotics for two weeks. I hate an upset stomach.
What do you want for Christmas? What size tops, dresses or pants do you wear? I haven't much money but I will try and get you a nice gift. I love you and miss you. I hope you are well. It is really cold here lately. I love my beautiful good watch from the huge parking lot to the hospital. I am really upset as I have no other watch with a second hand.
Grandma and Grandpa are OK. Whay don't you write them? Grandma Lingel came over and brought some food for us today. It was the first I have seen her. I wish you would write me more.
Your foot could be hurting due to the humid climate. It could be arthritis. Try taking Ascripton, 2 tables 3 or 4 times a day. Do you still take Motrin 600? That should help. I hope the regular PE isn't too much. You should be in adaptive.
How is Gretchen? Do you ever walk her?
Well, it is late and I get up at 4 AM. Take care. Please write to me soon. How is Rainbows? Remember I love you and really miss you.
All my love,
Mom
I was so sorry to hear I missed your phone call tonight. I was at a Bible Study. I go Tuesday evenings. We got a Tabby kitten who is eight 1/2 weeks old and has his leg in a splint. He is a cutie. We call him Tuttles. We will take some pictures and send them. I work three days a week now 7-3:30 and my ankles swell terrible from temperature changes. I float everywhere. I don't have the good hospital benefits I had before.
I am proud of your school grades. Keep up the good work. You have a big load. Sandy has been out of school eight 1/2 weeks now and they are really piling the work on her. She has a tutor 2x a week. I am afraid she will be put back a year. She still has a temp of over 100-101 nightly and sore glands.
The doctor took my toe nail (big) off Friday and I had infection in my ankles so I am back on antibiotics for two weeks. I hate an upset stomach.
What do you want for Christmas? What size tops, dresses or pants do you wear? I haven't much money but I will try and get you a nice gift. I love you and miss you. I hope you are well. It is really cold here lately. I love my beautiful good watch from the huge parking lot to the hospital. I am really upset as I have no other watch with a second hand.
Grandma and Grandpa are OK. Whay don't you write them? Grandma Lingel came over and brought some food for us today. It was the first I have seen her. I wish you would write me more.
Your foot could be hurting due to the humid climate. It could be arthritis. Try taking Ascripton, 2 tables 3 or 4 times a day. Do you still take Motrin 600? That should help. I hope the regular PE isn't too much. You should be in adaptive.
How is Gretchen? Do you ever walk her?
Well, it is late and I get up at 4 AM. Take care. Please write to me soon. How is Rainbows? Remember I love you and really miss you.
All my love,
Mom
Monday, October 27, 1980
Happy Thanksgiving
Dear Betsy and Kirstie,
Hi to my Girls!! Hope you have a nice Thanksgiving. I am very thankful for you. Are you having turkey? It will seem funny not making you one. I have to keep my feet up all the time so I guess Mom (Grandma) will cook a turkey. I couldn't afford one anyway. Everything costs so much.
Grandpa's birthday is Nov. 26th. He will be 63 years old. He looks good. He will go to Bill Knapp's for his birthday. They will give him 63% off his dinner.
We are due for snow flurries by tomorrow. I don't look forward to it. Sandy is anxious to see it. It isn't too cold here yet but it will be soon.
On Thanksgiving, please say a blessing and count your blessings and thank your Heavenly Father for them. Please say your prayers. Remember I love you both and always will. Are you happy? Have a good Thanksgiving. Take care. I would call but I can't afford it now. I love you and miss you.
All my love,
Mommy and Sandy
Hi to my Girls!! Hope you have a nice Thanksgiving. I am very thankful for you. Are you having turkey? It will seem funny not making you one. I have to keep my feet up all the time so I guess Mom (Grandma) will cook a turkey. I couldn't afford one anyway. Everything costs so much.
Grandpa's birthday is Nov. 26th. He will be 63 years old. He looks good. He will go to Bill Knapp's for his birthday. They will give him 63% off his dinner.
We are due for snow flurries by tomorrow. I don't look forward to it. Sandy is anxious to see it. It isn't too cold here yet but it will be soon.
On Thanksgiving, please say a blessing and count your blessings and thank your Heavenly Father for them. Please say your prayers. Remember I love you both and always will. Are you happy? Have a good Thanksgiving. Take care. I would call but I can't afford it now. I love you and miss you.
All my love,
Mommy and Sandy
Wednesday, October 22, 1980
October 22, 1980
Dear Betsy and Kirstie,
Hope you are both well. Sandy is still sick. Her temp is 101.8 tonight and this is her fifth week out of school. She is really tired and her tummy hurts.
Grandma has a birthday, Friday 24th and Grandma Lingel's is the 27th. Sandy never gets to go out now.
Last night the temperature dropped to 27 degrees and surprised everyone. It reached a high of 57 degrees today. I haven't worked in two weeks. I am going to work part time because I am so tired. My feet and legs are bad. I don't know how we'll manage to live but God will have to help. So much has happened in the way of illness with me and Sandy. then Grandpa Deakin died so suddenly. I hope you know and realize how much I miss you and love you both. Please write me. I really love you dearly.
All my love,
Mommy
Hope you are both well. Sandy is still sick. Her temp is 101.8 tonight and this is her fifth week out of school. She is really tired and her tummy hurts.
Grandma has a birthday, Friday 24th and Grandma Lingel's is the 27th. Sandy never gets to go out now.
Last night the temperature dropped to 27 degrees and surprised everyone. It reached a high of 57 degrees today. I haven't worked in two weeks. I am going to work part time because I am so tired. My feet and legs are bad. I don't know how we'll manage to live but God will have to help. So much has happened in the way of illness with me and Sandy. then Grandpa Deakin died so suddenly. I hope you know and realize how much I miss you and love you both. Please write me. I really love you dearly.
All my love,
Mommy
Friday, October 10, 1980
October 10, 1980
Dear Betsy,
I hope you are well and happy. I am so sorry you couldn't come see me in Toledo. I really wanted to see you. It has been seven months now since I saw you. I had hoped you would write to me. Sandy has been sick with mono. She has missed three weeks of school so far. She can't do her algebra so she may have to drop it. I work nights now (11-7:30 AM) and it is hard on me because I have trouble sleeping in the day time. I have thought of looking for another job with less pay and benefits and may do that.
Grandpa Deakin died suddenly without suffering September 27. It was a shock to us all. We had to make all the arrangements. He looked very nice and peaceful. We had a Masonic Service for him and a Memorial service the next day. Uncle Dick and Aunt Judy flew here for the funeral service. So did Aunt Marian, Margaret, Ruth and Murray. It has been 20 years or more since I saw them. I rode in the 1st car. The Eastern Stars had a dinner (luncheon) after our trip to the cemetery. The family was there. Sandy couldn't go because of her mono. Sandy saw the doctor and her liver is enlarged and she has to stay some more and be on a strict low fat diet. She thinks you look like a model. So you sew all your clothes. I am proud of you. I don't have a machine and miss one. Sandy still needs clothes. She has to have a winter coat also. I work long hours at the hospital. I do mostly cancer nursing. It is hard to do but I enjoy the patients and their families. Well, I will close. Oh, Mimi got lose and ran away but after two days someone found her five miles from home. She can't hear anymore and is almost 15 years old. I think she has diebetes. I love you dearly.
Love,
Mom
I hope you are well and happy. I am so sorry you couldn't come see me in Toledo. I really wanted to see you. It has been seven months now since I saw you. I had hoped you would write to me. Sandy has been sick with mono. She has missed three weeks of school so far. She can't do her algebra so she may have to drop it. I work nights now (11-7:30 AM) and it is hard on me because I have trouble sleeping in the day time. I have thought of looking for another job with less pay and benefits and may do that.
Grandpa Deakin died suddenly without suffering September 27. It was a shock to us all. We had to make all the arrangements. He looked very nice and peaceful. We had a Masonic Service for him and a Memorial service the next day. Uncle Dick and Aunt Judy flew here for the funeral service. So did Aunt Marian, Margaret, Ruth and Murray. It has been 20 years or more since I saw them. I rode in the 1st car. The Eastern Stars had a dinner (luncheon) after our trip to the cemetery. The family was there. Sandy couldn't go because of her mono. Sandy saw the doctor and her liver is enlarged and she has to stay some more and be on a strict low fat diet. She thinks you look like a model. So you sew all your clothes. I am proud of you. I don't have a machine and miss one. Sandy still needs clothes. She has to have a winter coat also. I work long hours at the hospital. I do mostly cancer nursing. It is hard to do but I enjoy the patients and their families. Well, I will close. Oh, Mimi got lose and ran away but after two days someone found her five miles from home. She can't hear anymore and is almost 15 years old. I think she has diebetes. I love you dearly.
Love,
Mom
Friday, September 5, 1980
September 5, 1980
Dear Betsy,
I imagine you are getting anxious to move. I hope I can see you when you come. Grandma and Grandpa would love to see you also. How is school? Sandy started yesterday and she already has a lot of homework. I am now working the night shift 11-7:30 am. I go to bed between 12-1 PM and get up at 5 or 6 PM and eat supper.
Sandy runs lots of errands for me. She is on a diet. She wants to be thin like you. My knee still has a scab and will leave a scar. I can't swim now becasue I got athletes foot really bad. I didn't get to see your dad when he brought the car. I was asleep. Sand saw him for three hours. What do you want for Christmas? Mommy has not much money as I lost time from work and no pay. Why don't you write me? I miss your letters. Don't you love me. Please try and write me. Is Kirstie okay? She never writes. Do you still sew all the time? I am glad you have the machine. I have to go and use Grandma's when I need one. I am starting to knit again. My left hand is almost well. I am thankful. Please tell dad how much I want the Mormon books. I bought most all of them and I want to read them. He has all the other books. Well, I hope you are well. Please remember I love you. I gave you life and you are precious to me. I love you.
All my love,
Mom
I imagine you are getting anxious to move. I hope I can see you when you come. Grandma and Grandpa would love to see you also. How is school? Sandy started yesterday and she already has a lot of homework. I am now working the night shift 11-7:30 am. I go to bed between 12-1 PM and get up at 5 or 6 PM and eat supper.
Sandy runs lots of errands for me. She is on a diet. She wants to be thin like you. My knee still has a scab and will leave a scar. I can't swim now becasue I got athletes foot really bad. I didn't get to see your dad when he brought the car. I was asleep. Sand saw him for three hours. What do you want for Christmas? Mommy has not much money as I lost time from work and no pay. Why don't you write me? I miss your letters. Don't you love me. Please try and write me. Is Kirstie okay? She never writes. Do you still sew all the time? I am glad you have the machine. I have to go and use Grandma's when I need one. I am starting to knit again. My left hand is almost well. I am thankful. Please tell dad how much I want the Mormon books. I bought most all of them and I want to read them. He has all the other books. Well, I hope you are well. Please remember I love you. I gave you life and you are precious to me. I love you.
All my love,
Mom
Tuesday, August 12, 1980
August 13, 1980
Dear Betsy,
Thank you so much for your nice card. It came a few days ago. I am still unable to work and do very much. I see the doctor today and get the stitches out. I am on 12 antibiotic pills a day. Sandy is taking four a day because she had staph and strep in her throat. This is her last day and I have one month more to go. They sure are hard on my tummy. I have to take a lot of Benadryl and it makes me sleepy.
Sandy is on an exercise program and beauty treatment. She needs to lose weight. She things you should be a model.
We are eating only what food we have as much as can be. I'll be glad to get some food storage here. It is hard not getting a pay check for a long time.
We had eight loads of laundry to do and three loads yet to go. It costs $.75 per load and only one washer and dryer.
Sandy was glad to get her bike but the tire is always flat. She goes to the store almost every day for something. She has been a big help. I was in the hospital for eight days. I hope my leg soon heals and I can work and go back to swimming every day. We had to get ice here all the time to cool my feet.
I am out of room. Remember I love you very much. Hope I can see you soon. I miss you. (My pen blotched the letter). Write me soon. Remember I love you.
Love,
Mom
Thank you so much for your nice card. It came a few days ago. I am still unable to work and do very much. I see the doctor today and get the stitches out. I am on 12 antibiotic pills a day. Sandy is taking four a day because she had staph and strep in her throat. This is her last day and I have one month more to go. They sure are hard on my tummy. I have to take a lot of Benadryl and it makes me sleepy.
Sandy is on an exercise program and beauty treatment. She needs to lose weight. She things you should be a model.
We are eating only what food we have as much as can be. I'll be glad to get some food storage here. It is hard not getting a pay check for a long time.
We had eight loads of laundry to do and three loads yet to go. It costs $.75 per load and only one washer and dryer.
Sandy was glad to get her bike but the tire is always flat. She goes to the store almost every day for something. She has been a big help. I was in the hospital for eight days. I hope my leg soon heals and I can work and go back to swimming every day. We had to get ice here all the time to cool my feet.
I am out of room. Remember I love you very much. Hope I can see you soon. I miss you. (My pen blotched the letter). Write me soon. Remember I love you.
Love,
Mom
Sunday, July 27, 1980
July 27, 1980
Dear Betsy,
Well, here I am in the hospital in bed with my legs raised up. I have four doctors and have a horrible left knee.
Just saw 2 doctors. They started antibiotics, x-rays, etc. It is a staph infection in the pre-pattelar bursa; very unusual. I can't go home for awhile. Sandy is at Grandma's. I see very little of her since this happened. They drew seven tubes of blood again today.
I hope you are well. Are you anxious to move? I bet you will find many new friends. You made a darling outfit for Sandy bit is it way too small. You sew very well. I wonder if the outfit will fit Sandy.
I am very tired here and have trouble staying awake. I really slept last night. I hope you are enjoying your summer vacation. I wish I could see you. It has been four 1/2 months since I saw you. How is Gretchen? Does she get her walks? Please write me. Remember I love you so much and miss you. Hugs and kiss Kirstie special for me. Write as soon as you can. I love you and miss you.
Love,
Mom
Well, here I am in the hospital in bed with my legs raised up. I have four doctors and have a horrible left knee.
Just saw 2 doctors. They started antibiotics, x-rays, etc. It is a staph infection in the pre-pattelar bursa; very unusual. I can't go home for awhile. Sandy is at Grandma's. I see very little of her since this happened. They drew seven tubes of blood again today.
I hope you are well. Are you anxious to move? I bet you will find many new friends. You made a darling outfit for Sandy bit is it way too small. You sew very well. I wonder if the outfit will fit Sandy.
I am very tired here and have trouble staying awake. I really slept last night. I hope you are enjoying your summer vacation. I wish I could see you. It has been four 1/2 months since I saw you. How is Gretchen? Does she get her walks? Please write me. Remember I love you so much and miss you. Hugs and kiss Kirstie special for me. Write as soon as you can. I love you and miss you.
Love,
Mom
Thursday, July 24, 1980
July 24, 1980
Dear Betsy, Sandy and Kirstie,
I hope that you are all well and happy. I wish you would write me. I sure miss you. Don't you miss me? I look every day for mail. Thank you for writing, Betsy. Sister Mower wrote and Sister Gould send three patterns for Christmas Gifts. I have a place to live but very little money.
I will try to type again with this typewriter. Tonight Joyce is taking me to the York Steak House for supper. It is cool and cloudy also which I dearly love. The heat makes me worse. Another friend, Millie, is coming over this afternoon and we may go to the mall with the wheel chair. This Saturday the handicapped will take me where ever I want to go between 5:30 and 11 pm. They will take your child or friend also free of charge. It is a great service. Two weeks ago they took me to the Mall. Joyce is taking me to Franklin Park Mall tonight after we eat. I haven't been out much because of the heat but today is perfect and I thank God for a day like today. I am still reading The Wildest Heart. It is very good only I am so lonely. I am knitting also and trying to do some cross-stitch embroidery for a dresser scarf. I saw Aunt Ida last night and she gave me some old issues of Better Homes and Garden to look at to pass the time. I reduced my thyroid to a yellow one. Sandy, do you still take your thyroid? I hope so. You need to take it. Are you going to watch the Royal Wedding on TV? It should be history to see for all of you. I have your animals on my bed all the time either when it is made or while I am sleeping. They are so precious to me. I wash all my dishes by hand but I have paper plates and cups for Millie so it doesn't cost me any money. When are you coming to see me? You can come anytime. I want to see you so much that I can't even begin to tell you or show you. I really miss all of you and want you to know that I love you dearly. Sally Mower sent me bread from California. It is my favorite. Marie Gould calls about once a month. I use your coffee mugs everyday, Sandy and thing of you all the time. How come you can't write me? Don't you want to or don't you love me as you did before. I have to decide on an apartment soon and the same size one or bigger. I wish you would write me -- all of you. I miss not hearing from you. I go to the mail box every day after he comes and there is no letter from any of you. I hope you are doing okay. Betsy are you on any different medication now? How are you all enjoying Shirley being there? I bet it is fun. This is a hard typewriter to use. It is electric and I borrowed it from All Saints. My bottom is still sore from the bipsies but better.
Well, I am out of news. Grandma is still on a bland diet and feels better than she did a week ago. She stopped coffee. I eat a lot of fruit and love it. Well, I really must close and change clothes before Millie comes.
Please … PLEASE WRITE ME … PLEASE. I also do word games like you do Sandy. They are fun but I miss being all alone. Remember that I love you all dearly and miss you.
All my love,
Your mom
I hope that you are all well and happy. I wish you would write me. I sure miss you. Don't you miss me? I look every day for mail. Thank you for writing, Betsy. Sister Mower wrote and Sister Gould send three patterns for Christmas Gifts. I have a place to live but very little money.
I will try to type again with this typewriter. Tonight Joyce is taking me to the York Steak House for supper. It is cool and cloudy also which I dearly love. The heat makes me worse. Another friend, Millie, is coming over this afternoon and we may go to the mall with the wheel chair. This Saturday the handicapped will take me where ever I want to go between 5:30 and 11 pm. They will take your child or friend also free of charge. It is a great service. Two weeks ago they took me to the Mall. Joyce is taking me to Franklin Park Mall tonight after we eat. I haven't been out much because of the heat but today is perfect and I thank God for a day like today. I am still reading The Wildest Heart. It is very good only I am so lonely. I am knitting also and trying to do some cross-stitch embroidery for a dresser scarf. I saw Aunt Ida last night and she gave me some old issues of Better Homes and Garden to look at to pass the time. I reduced my thyroid to a yellow one. Sandy, do you still take your thyroid? I hope so. You need to take it. Are you going to watch the Royal Wedding on TV? It should be history to see for all of you. I have your animals on my bed all the time either when it is made or while I am sleeping. They are so precious to me. I wash all my dishes by hand but I have paper plates and cups for Millie so it doesn't cost me any money. When are you coming to see me? You can come anytime. I want to see you so much that I can't even begin to tell you or show you. I really miss all of you and want you to know that I love you dearly. Sally Mower sent me bread from California. It is my favorite. Marie Gould calls about once a month. I use your coffee mugs everyday, Sandy and thing of you all the time. How come you can't write me? Don't you want to or don't you love me as you did before. I have to decide on an apartment soon and the same size one or bigger. I wish you would write me -- all of you. I miss not hearing from you. I go to the mail box every day after he comes and there is no letter from any of you. I hope you are doing okay. Betsy are you on any different medication now? How are you all enjoying Shirley being there? I bet it is fun. This is a hard typewriter to use. It is electric and I borrowed it from All Saints. My bottom is still sore from the bipsies but better.
Well, I am out of news. Grandma is still on a bland diet and feels better than she did a week ago. She stopped coffee. I eat a lot of fruit and love it. Well, I really must close and change clothes before Millie comes.
Please … PLEASE WRITE ME … PLEASE. I also do word games like you do Sandy. They are fun but I miss being all alone. Remember that I love you all dearly and miss you.
All my love,
Your mom
Monday, July 7, 1980
July 7, 1980
Dear Sally,
I was so happy to get your letter and the pictures and the check. Are you sure that is not too much money? It couldn't have come at a better time. I injured my left arm from elbow down causing paralysis of hand and fingers. I am in a splint. It happened while I was asleep Saturday am. I saw the doctor and haven't worked since. Then today I was to see a neurologist at the hospital where I work and I got in an accident with my dad's car. I hit the rear end of a 1980 T bird. He has little damage but I have plenty to Dad's car. So I didn't get to see the doctor, got a $40 fine and will have to pay $100 deductible on the insurance. Now as time as worn on, I have a stiff and sore neck also. So I can't work and no money from Garry. I am also suppose to be out of this apartment by the 14th and into a 2 bedroom small unfurnished one close to church etc for Sandy. She is happy. So I have all this packing to do and one hand. Plus, Sandy is gone 11 days babysitting a one year old whose mother has cancer and is in the hospital. I got her the job and she lives there. She did this for 8 days about 1 1/2 weeks ago. It is very sad. The mother is 25 years old and can only get this cancer when pregnant. The baby is fine. Because of my faith and all I pray she will be healed although everyone says she'll never make it. Pray for her (Patty Pope). She is searching for God too.
Garry is sending about $1000 worth in weight of some furniture, dishes, towels, etc. He wants those Mormon books and he is getting everything else. I want my Mormon books. I wish you could sneak out one every so many days. Ask Kirstie to let you borrow one and send it to me. I have paid for those myself and that is all I care about.
Betsy really sews. That bathing suit is cute she made. She is even getting my machine. I get very little. I will sell the ref rig & dining room hutch and table and chairs.
It is hot here. I stay up 1/2 the night and sleep days. My thyroid is very low and am taking more. By Saturday I will be on your dose.
I have new glasses and Sandy is getting hers. My hospital plan covers us for $5 deductible every 2 years for exam, glasses, frames, and tint. I wear them all the time.
I packed 10 boxes of food tonight. Maybe dad can move it tomorrow or so. There is lot stored here. Garry says Mike is selling real estate. I guess Garry is listing the house without my signature. Can that be done?
I really need a blessing and miss Mike as Home Teacher. I am now in Ward 2 but go back to Ward 1 and Sandy is thrilled.
Ruby Gormon did write and I hope to answer her letter tomorrow. She is a sweetie and has always been one. I miss you all. True friends are hard to find and you were mine (and still are). I love you Sally. It is so quiet here without Sandy. She causes little trouble. She has gained weight. She hasn't started her periods yet so I imagine she will soon and lose some weight after she does. She will eat junk if you let her but I never do as I can't afford it.
July 8th
I am at the hospital emergency room to get my hand seen plus my neck. It was 82 at 7 AM and humid. It was lovely last night.
Garry even wants the Mormon books. Last night he said if I had gone to church all the time this would never had happened. Of course, Alison is there so much. It is really sad. I miss Betsy and Kirstie so much. Kirstie wrote me twice since March 12 and says little on the phone when I call her. I hope she is all right. Betsy seems okay and adjusted. I can't go back and forth to California and keep this job. So I settle for little and I plan to talk to the Bishop. His wife is in the hospital.
Garry has all those leather books an everything else in books and tools so I can't wee why I can't have the Mormon books. He never bought one of them. He never read any of them either.
Ginny is really growing up. Did I tell you how big she looks and so pretty. She sounds like she keeps busy. I feel for Sandy as she has no one. She is very bored.
I am now in the neurology clinic after ER sent me home for 2 hours and now I see what the doctor will say. I have lost 4 days of pay now. The doctor just examined me and is consulting another. I hope I can be allowed to work somewhere as my money is almost gone. My feet are on fire today. It is 92 outside.
Well, I guess I am out of news. Not much in the way of positive news. I'll wait until I hear what the prognosis is and if I can work before I seal this. Take care and write me again soon. I love to hear from you. I think of you so much. Please write.
I was so happy to get your letter and the pictures and the check. Are you sure that is not too much money? It couldn't have come at a better time. I injured my left arm from elbow down causing paralysis of hand and fingers. I am in a splint. It happened while I was asleep Saturday am. I saw the doctor and haven't worked since. Then today I was to see a neurologist at the hospital where I work and I got in an accident with my dad's car. I hit the rear end of a 1980 T bird. He has little damage but I have plenty to Dad's car. So I didn't get to see the doctor, got a $40 fine and will have to pay $100 deductible on the insurance. Now as time as worn on, I have a stiff and sore neck also. So I can't work and no money from Garry. I am also suppose to be out of this apartment by the 14th and into a 2 bedroom small unfurnished one close to church etc for Sandy. She is happy. So I have all this packing to do and one hand. Plus, Sandy is gone 11 days babysitting a one year old whose mother has cancer and is in the hospital. I got her the job and she lives there. She did this for 8 days about 1 1/2 weeks ago. It is very sad. The mother is 25 years old and can only get this cancer when pregnant. The baby is fine. Because of my faith and all I pray she will be healed although everyone says she'll never make it. Pray for her (Patty Pope). She is searching for God too.
Garry is sending about $1000 worth in weight of some furniture, dishes, towels, etc. He wants those Mormon books and he is getting everything else. I want my Mormon books. I wish you could sneak out one every so many days. Ask Kirstie to let you borrow one and send it to me. I have paid for those myself and that is all I care about.
Betsy really sews. That bathing suit is cute she made. She is even getting my machine. I get very little. I will sell the ref rig & dining room hutch and table and chairs.
It is hot here. I stay up 1/2 the night and sleep days. My thyroid is very low and am taking more. By Saturday I will be on your dose.
I have new glasses and Sandy is getting hers. My hospital plan covers us for $5 deductible every 2 years for exam, glasses, frames, and tint. I wear them all the time.
I packed 10 boxes of food tonight. Maybe dad can move it tomorrow or so. There is lot stored here. Garry says Mike is selling real estate. I guess Garry is listing the house without my signature. Can that be done?
I really need a blessing and miss Mike as Home Teacher. I am now in Ward 2 but go back to Ward 1 and Sandy is thrilled.
Ruby Gormon did write and I hope to answer her letter tomorrow. She is a sweetie and has always been one. I miss you all. True friends are hard to find and you were mine (and still are). I love you Sally. It is so quiet here without Sandy. She causes little trouble. She has gained weight. She hasn't started her periods yet so I imagine she will soon and lose some weight after she does. She will eat junk if you let her but I never do as I can't afford it.
July 8th
I am at the hospital emergency room to get my hand seen plus my neck. It was 82 at 7 AM and humid. It was lovely last night.
Garry even wants the Mormon books. Last night he said if I had gone to church all the time this would never had happened. Of course, Alison is there so much. It is really sad. I miss Betsy and Kirstie so much. Kirstie wrote me twice since March 12 and says little on the phone when I call her. I hope she is all right. Betsy seems okay and adjusted. I can't go back and forth to California and keep this job. So I settle for little and I plan to talk to the Bishop. His wife is in the hospital.
Garry has all those leather books an everything else in books and tools so I can't wee why I can't have the Mormon books. He never bought one of them. He never read any of them either.
Ginny is really growing up. Did I tell you how big she looks and so pretty. She sounds like she keeps busy. I feel for Sandy as she has no one. She is very bored.
I am now in the neurology clinic after ER sent me home for 2 hours and now I see what the doctor will say. I have lost 4 days of pay now. The doctor just examined me and is consulting another. I hope I can be allowed to work somewhere as my money is almost gone. My feet are on fire today. It is 92 outside.
Well, I guess I am out of news. Not much in the way of positive news. I'll wait until I hear what the prognosis is and if I can work before I seal this. Take care and write me again soon. I love to hear from you. I think of you so much. Please write.
Sunday, June 29, 1980
June 29, 1980
Dear Betsy,
I was thrilled to get your letter. You are really sewing a lot. I am proud of you. You inherited it from me and Great Grandpa Deakin.
I work five days a week and work hard. I am so busy on days off. Today we went to church. I have been working 3-11:30 but hope to work 7:00-3:30 in August. I work on a cancer floor. Sandy babysat for 8 days for one of my patients. One year old boy. She is very sick. Sandy goes to Cedar Point on July 7th with church group. I am reading Nurse. I saw Kramer vs Kramer. I have the book. I saw the doctor Friday. I need a lot more thyroid but I have to do it slowly.
I went swimming tonight and last night at a new YMCA. Sandy loved it.
You asked how Sandy uses her time. She wastes a lot of it as she is bored. Tomorrow she will go and pick fresh strawberries and go to Lanes Drug Store. Plus she gets her eyes examined at 1:30. Then, I go to work at 2:30.
We have found a nice small two bedroom apartment in a quiet building. We both like it. But I need my furniture fast. Remember I love you dearly and sure miss you.
All my love to you,
Mommy
I was thrilled to get your letter. You are really sewing a lot. I am proud of you. You inherited it from me and Great Grandpa Deakin.
I work five days a week and work hard. I am so busy on days off. Today we went to church. I have been working 3-11:30 but hope to work 7:00-3:30 in August. I work on a cancer floor. Sandy babysat for 8 days for one of my patients. One year old boy. She is very sick. Sandy goes to Cedar Point on July 7th with church group. I am reading Nurse. I saw Kramer vs Kramer. I have the book. I saw the doctor Friday. I need a lot more thyroid but I have to do it slowly.
I went swimming tonight and last night at a new YMCA. Sandy loved it.
You asked how Sandy uses her time. She wastes a lot of it as she is bored. Tomorrow she will go and pick fresh strawberries and go to Lanes Drug Store. Plus she gets her eyes examined at 1:30. Then, I go to work at 2:30.
We have found a nice small two bedroom apartment in a quiet building. We both like it. But I need my furniture fast. Remember I love you dearly and sure miss you.
All my love to you,
Mommy
Thursday, June 12, 1980
June 12, 1980
Dear Betsy,
How are you? I haven't heard from you. I hope you like this speical book marker. I miss you very much. I hope you are well and enjoying your vacation. I hear you are going to summer school. As you know your dad wants a divorce since I am not well. He also wants you and Kirstie. I hope you understand all this mess. I love you dearly. I hope I can see you soon. Your Dad arrives tonight and I will see him tomorrow. I guess we will sign all the papers.
Grandma and Grandpa are busy. Grandpa Deakin is OK. Sunday is Father's Day. I am working now & Sandy and I live in a one bedroom furnished apartment. It is small and we have little. We will move when some furniture comes. Please write me and take care of yourself. Send me a picture of you please for my wallet.
I love you so much.
Love,
Your mom
How are you? I haven't heard from you. I hope you like this speical book marker. I miss you very much. I hope you are well and enjoying your vacation. I hear you are going to summer school. As you know your dad wants a divorce since I am not well. He also wants you and Kirstie. I hope you understand all this mess. I love you dearly. I hope I can see you soon. Your Dad arrives tonight and I will see him tomorrow. I guess we will sign all the papers.
Grandma and Grandpa are busy. Grandpa Deakin is OK. Sunday is Father's Day. I am working now & Sandy and I live in a one bedroom furnished apartment. It is small and we have little. We will move when some furniture comes. Please write me and take care of yourself. Send me a picture of you please for my wallet.
I love you so much.
Love,
Your mom
Saturday, May 31, 1980
You are so Kind
Dear Mom,
You are so nice. You take care of me when I feel bad. You make me feel good. You are warm and understanding and I am thankful you are my mother.
I love you when you think of me, because it makes me feel good. I love you with all my love.
Here is a poem:
You are my mother
You are so kind
You've no other
And your heart is easy to find
You are so nice. You take care of me when I feel bad. You make me feel good. You are warm and understanding and I am thankful you are my mother.
I love you when you think of me, because it makes me feel good. I love you with all my love.
Here is a poem:
You are my mother
You are so kind
You've no other
And your heart is easy to find
Friday, May 30, 1980
May 30, 1980
Dear Betsy,
It was nice to get your letter this week. It is good that your grades are so good. I am proud of you. Sandy is doing OK and seems bored. Sounds like you are moving to Washington DC. Your dad said you want to live with him and are happy. I miss you very much. You sound like you are sewing. I am glad. I never have time. Sandy went out for supper for her birthday to Bill Knapp's and had fun. She plans to buy a dress with her money. I guess I will need to find an apartment if furniture is coming in July. I bet you are sad to leave all your friends. What will you do about Rainbows? I am glad you will be closer to me. Maybe I can see you soon and more often. Have you become a good cook?
Aunt Ida bought an organ and is anxious to play it. My thyroid tests came back low as I have to increase it some more. We have a tornado watch in effect now. It is humid. Sandy cut the top of her hair so now I will have her hair cut short and get her a light permanent. She had to start medicine for sinus drip in her throat . It is hot and humid here. My feet still bother me all the time. I keep praying God will heal them.
Take care and write again soon.
Love,
Mommy
I LOVE YOU!!!
It was nice to get your letter this week. It is good that your grades are so good. I am proud of you. Sandy is doing OK and seems bored. Sounds like you are moving to Washington DC. Your dad said you want to live with him and are happy. I miss you very much. You sound like you are sewing. I am glad. I never have time. Sandy went out for supper for her birthday to Bill Knapp's and had fun. She plans to buy a dress with her money. I guess I will need to find an apartment if furniture is coming in July. I bet you are sad to leave all your friends. What will you do about Rainbows? I am glad you will be closer to me. Maybe I can see you soon and more often. Have you become a good cook?
Aunt Ida bought an organ and is anxious to play it. My thyroid tests came back low as I have to increase it some more. We have a tornado watch in effect now. It is humid. Sandy cut the top of her hair so now I will have her hair cut short and get her a light permanent. She had to start medicine for sinus drip in her throat . It is hot and humid here. My feet still bother me all the time. I keep praying God will heal them.
Take care and write again soon.
Love,
Mommy
I LOVE YOU!!!
Monday, May 19, 1980
May 19, 1980
Dear Betsy,
It was nice to talk with you last week. It seems so long since I saw you. I do miss you. I am proud of your school grades. I am glad you are busy with Rainbows and keeping busy. Did you enjoy Grandma Lingel? I saw your cousin, Mark yesterday at McDonalds where he works. He is a big boy. He will be 17 in September. Sandy worries about her yearbook. Did you get it for her yet? Her school ends June 6th so she has 3 weeks left.
I see a cardiovascular doctor on June 5th and take a lot of tests on May 27th. My feet are miserable. I can't drink any coffee and I miss my little bit. I read books a lot. I'd like to get a job part time in nursing. It is hard though to find one.
I hope you are well and eating and taking your medicine. Do you remember to take it?
Remember I love you very much. Please write me soon. I never hear from you. Are you babysitting much? Sandy misses it. Are you going to church? Please write.
Love,
Mom
It was nice to talk with you last week. It seems so long since I saw you. I do miss you. I am proud of your school grades. I am glad you are busy with Rainbows and keeping busy. Did you enjoy Grandma Lingel? I saw your cousin, Mark yesterday at McDonalds where he works. He is a big boy. He will be 17 in September. Sandy worries about her yearbook. Did you get it for her yet? Her school ends June 6th so she has 3 weeks left.
I see a cardiovascular doctor on June 5th and take a lot of tests on May 27th. My feet are miserable. I can't drink any coffee and I miss my little bit. I read books a lot. I'd like to get a job part time in nursing. It is hard though to find one.
I hope you are well and eating and taking your medicine. Do you remember to take it?
Remember I love you very much. Please write me soon. I never hear from you. Are you babysitting much? Sandy misses it. Are you going to church? Please write.
Love,
Mom
Friday, April 11, 1980
April 11, 1980
Dear Betsy,
Thank you for the pretty card. I am glad you are happy. I keep busy most of the time. I do some meding and sewing also. Grandma works a lot lately. Grandpa trouble with his back. Grandpa Deakin is going to be in a nursing home all the time. He seems better. I go to see him a lot. I need a car as my dad never lets me drive a car. Grandma takes a car to work also. I think I will have Dad sell my car.
How is school? I hope you are doing well. I think of you so much. Your dad said you really are a big help around the house. How are your friends? Are you going to Rainbow Girls? I hope so. I am so glad you enjoy that.
I see Dr. Jones a lot. My legs are only good if it is cold and damp.
How is Gretchen? Does anyone walk her? Are you babysitting a lot? Sandy could use a job as she has no money to spend.
I have a lot of hand sewing to do and think I'll watch TV while I do it. It rains a lot here lately. Aunt Ida has been really sick with a cold. I had the intestinal flue with diarrhea. Today I had a double cheeseburger from McDonald's. I have gained wieght. Remember, I love you and miss you. Write me a letter soon. Take care.
All my love,
Mom
Thank you for the pretty card. I am glad you are happy. I keep busy most of the time. I do some meding and sewing also. Grandma works a lot lately. Grandpa trouble with his back. Grandpa Deakin is going to be in a nursing home all the time. He seems better. I go to see him a lot. I need a car as my dad never lets me drive a car. Grandma takes a car to work also. I think I will have Dad sell my car.
How is school? I hope you are doing well. I think of you so much. Your dad said you really are a big help around the house. How are your friends? Are you going to Rainbow Girls? I hope so. I am so glad you enjoy that.
I see Dr. Jones a lot. My legs are only good if it is cold and damp.
How is Gretchen? Does anyone walk her? Are you babysitting a lot? Sandy could use a job as she has no money to spend.
I have a lot of hand sewing to do and think I'll watch TV while I do it. It rains a lot here lately. Aunt Ida has been really sick with a cold. I had the intestinal flue with diarrhea. Today I had a double cheeseburger from McDonald's. I have gained wieght. Remember, I love you and miss you. Write me a letter soon. Take care.
All my love,
Mom
Friday, March 28, 1980
After our birthdays
Dear Betsy and Kirstie,
I might as well start this letter over as I fell asleep starting it on Tuesday. I sure miss you. I keep looking for your letters. I hope you are well. It is so busy here. Grandpa Deakin went in a nursing home the day after I arrived and he hates it. I am trying to find him a better place. Grandma works every day so Saturday and Sunday are hectic. She goes to many meetings plus only one car works. Grandpa is still home all day and will retire in April. He keeps busy. Sandy loves school. It is much harder here. She is taking cooking, too. We go to church on Sunday. I haven't driven a car since I left Ridgecrest. He drives me everywhere. Sandy is also in the Road Show for church and has practice Wednesday evenings for three hours. The Bishop's wife picks her up. She and the Bishop's daughter are the only mormons at school. It is warm today but supposed to rain. We have had some rain and snow. I had a lot of blood work done from Dr. Jones. My thyroid came back low. He changed some of my medicine and gave me a shot of cortisone for my legs. I sitll have the trouble.
Betsy - are you getting your allergy shots and taking your medicine? I worry about you both. Sandy is making a latch hook rug (really a square piece to hang on the wall) with an oval on it. She enjoys it. She roller skates or does home work. She walks to school or someone takes her in bad weather. We had to get her a raincoat and some clothers.
I hope you are both happy and well. I do love you dearly and miss you so much. How is the cooking going, Betsy? How is Gretchen? Does she miss us? Is anyone walking her? Mimi is old and sleeps most of the time. She is going to be trimmed today. She will really look different then.
We see lots of birds outside - Robins, Red Cardinals, Black birds, and Blue Jays plus squirrels.
I hope you had a nice birthday, Betsy. Did you have fun at your slumber party? Wehn is your party, Kirstie? Today you were born 11 years ago. This is hard to believe. You have really grown up, both of you!! Are you keeping the house clean?
(Later after talking with all of you)
It was good to hear your voices on the phone. You all sound happy. It is raining today but 40 degrees which isn't bad. Grandma is busy with work, she hardly has time for anything. Plus she goes to see Grandpa Deakin so much. He is so miserable. He is so glad I am here. Write to him. Please write to mommy. I hope you like your presents.
Remember mommy loves you and misses you. I have gained weight and eat three meals a day now. I have no car to drive which makes it hard here. Please write mommy. I love you.
All my love,
Mommy
PS: Keep sewing and cooking Betsy - glad you like it. XXXXX
Kirstie - you keep loving Mommy - How's the flute playing XXXXX
I might as well start this letter over as I fell asleep starting it on Tuesday. I sure miss you. I keep looking for your letters. I hope you are well. It is so busy here. Grandpa Deakin went in a nursing home the day after I arrived and he hates it. I am trying to find him a better place. Grandma works every day so Saturday and Sunday are hectic. She goes to many meetings plus only one car works. Grandpa is still home all day and will retire in April. He keeps busy. Sandy loves school. It is much harder here. She is taking cooking, too. We go to church on Sunday. I haven't driven a car since I left Ridgecrest. He drives me everywhere. Sandy is also in the Road Show for church and has practice Wednesday evenings for three hours. The Bishop's wife picks her up. She and the Bishop's daughter are the only mormons at school. It is warm today but supposed to rain. We have had some rain and snow. I had a lot of blood work done from Dr. Jones. My thyroid came back low. He changed some of my medicine and gave me a shot of cortisone for my legs. I sitll have the trouble.
Betsy - are you getting your allergy shots and taking your medicine? I worry about you both. Sandy is making a latch hook rug (really a square piece to hang on the wall) with an oval on it. She enjoys it. She roller skates or does home work. She walks to school or someone takes her in bad weather. We had to get her a raincoat and some clothers.
I hope you are both happy and well. I do love you dearly and miss you so much. How is the cooking going, Betsy? How is Gretchen? Does she miss us? Is anyone walking her? Mimi is old and sleeps most of the time. She is going to be trimmed today. She will really look different then.
We see lots of birds outside - Robins, Red Cardinals, Black birds, and Blue Jays plus squirrels.
I hope you had a nice birthday, Betsy. Did you have fun at your slumber party? Wehn is your party, Kirstie? Today you were born 11 years ago. This is hard to believe. You have really grown up, both of you!! Are you keeping the house clean?
(Later after talking with all of you)
It was good to hear your voices on the phone. You all sound happy. It is raining today but 40 degrees which isn't bad. Grandma is busy with work, she hardly has time for anything. Plus she goes to see Grandpa Deakin so much. He is so miserable. He is so glad I am here. Write to him. Please write to mommy. I hope you like your presents.
Remember mommy loves you and misses you. I have gained weight and eat three meals a day now. I have no car to drive which makes it hard here. Please write mommy. I love you.
All my love,
Mommy
PS: Keep sewing and cooking Betsy - glad you like it. XXXXX
Kirstie - you keep loving Mommy - How's the flute playing XXXXX
Tuesday, January 8, 1980
From Toledo Hospital
Dear Betsy,
Thank you for the Get Well card. I am still in Toledo Hospital. I only get up to go the the bathroom. They are trying new medicines on my feet and legs. I will have to be in a wheel chair when I go home. I am glad you like your Christmas presents. Thank your for my plaque. I have gained lots of weight. So has Sandy. She is now on 2 grains of thyroid every day. She is liking school better now.
Enclosed is a picture Sister Mower sent me and I am passing it on to you.
It is cold and snowy here. We are to get more snow tonight.
How is school for you and Kirstie? Sandy has Russian this semester. I hope you keep up with your good grades. I am proud of you. I am glad you are going to Rainbows and liking it. Is Kirstie interested in joining it when she is 12? That would be nice.
I am happy you are baby sitting. Sandy would like to also but she has little business.
Well, I much close. Remember I love you dearly and miss you. Take care of yourself and write.
All my love to you,
Your mom
Thank you for the Get Well card. I am still in Toledo Hospital. I only get up to go the the bathroom. They are trying new medicines on my feet and legs. I will have to be in a wheel chair when I go home. I am glad you like your Christmas presents. Thank your for my plaque. I have gained lots of weight. So has Sandy. She is now on 2 grains of thyroid every day. She is liking school better now.
Enclosed is a picture Sister Mower sent me and I am passing it on to you.
It is cold and snowy here. We are to get more snow tonight.
How is school for you and Kirstie? Sandy has Russian this semester. I hope you keep up with your good grades. I am proud of you. I am glad you are going to Rainbows and liking it. Is Kirstie interested in joining it when she is 12? That would be nice.
I am happy you are baby sitting. Sandy would like to also but she has little business.
Well, I much close. Remember I love you dearly and miss you. Take care of yourself and write.
All my love to you,
Your mom
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