This is my mother. She left me when I was just 14 years old. I saw her a few times from teenage through the typical college years (although I didn’t have typical college years) and then she passed away before I married or had children. She was a wonderful woman that I know I would talk to her often if she were alive, but I really never got the chance.

The most current entries are things I would tell her and only her ... because they aren’t meant to be heard, just vented (if she were alive). The majority of this blog are letters she wrote to me (and a few to my sisters) during the years that we were apart.

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!!!
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