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
