April 19, 1983

Dear Betsy,
How are you?  My hip is getting better and less pain.  I have trouble sleeping.  I always used to sleep on my back until I got so critically ill.  Then I ended up on my side.  Now I am getting used to sleeping on my back again.
Bob and I have been married one year on May 4.  Today he bought me a Ryrie Study Bible and it is great.  I will be busy with it.  I also got a devotion book.
We have no water and it is a ness.  A major pipe broke and 2 buildings (16 apartments) have lost water.  The toilet is the worst problem.
We are going to take Confirmation classes at the Episcopal Church and join June 5th.  Tomorrow I plan to go to communion service at 11:30.
I would like to sew again.  I have to get rid of some more things and get some clothes that fit.
Grandpa starts golfing tomorrow.  He will do it every Wednesday morning.  He brought some water over tonight.
Well, I am out of news.  Take care and remember I love you so very much and miss you.  You are always welcome here.  Please write.

All my love,
Mom

April 15, 1983

Dear Betsy, Sandy and Kirstie,
Sally Mower sent this letter here yesterday for Sandy.
My right hip is a big mess.  It is huge, beet red and painful.  I had needles in it yesterday.  I am afraid I will be in the hospital very soon to have it operated on and get intravenous antibiotics.  I am scared.  It is much worse today.
Bob went to the American Legion meeting tonight.  I watched TV.  Dallas was very good.
I had to get groceries tonight also.  That didn't help my hip any.  I write in my journal every night.  I am still reading "M.D."  It is good.  I decided I had better start wearing my glasses.  I must be getting old.
Well, I will close.  Take care.  Please write.  I love you all very much.  I miss you.

All my love,
Your mom