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.

Monday, May 11, 1987

May 11, 1987

Dear Betsy,
It was wonderful for you to call me and talk to me on Mother's Day.  I was so happy you called.  It really meant a lot to me.  Thank you so much.
Sandy called for 5 minutes in the afternoon.  She is find and sounded good.  She said Mark was tired but they were going to church.
I have been trapped inside.  It made it to 90* here yesterday and sunny.  It is supposed to cool tomorrow.  I have to get blood work tomorrow morning.  I see my doctor on Wednesday.  I feel good so I hope all is well.
My parents and Aunt Ida came to see me yesterday and I don't think my parents haven't come since January.  Aunt Ida has never been here.  She liked my apartment.  Mom and dad gave me a pretty summer robe but I'll have to shorten it.  I wore your and gown and robe set last night.
Well, I went to the beauty shop Friday and a man permed it and then he cut it.  I am just sick and I didn't tell you yesterday.  It is not even 1 inch long.  I had such beautiful hair.  I went and bought a cute wig.  I am so embarrassed and I guess I learned the hard way.  What a price to pay.  There is hardly any perm since he cut it all away.  I should have just had it washed and set and let it grow.
I don't really have much news.  I wanted to write you and thank you so much for calling on Mother's day.  I treasure that.
Do you ever go to church?  I do when weather permits.  I study my scriptures and read a lot.  It helps me.  I want to start sewing again or play my violin.  I could use some clothes and have a lot of material from years ago.  My weight is stable at 120#.  That is good for me.  I wish I could get more exercise.  I'd love to walk but the weather is too hot.  I like an exercise bike.  I could use some cardiovascular exercise.
Well, honey, I will close.  Remember that I love you dearly and always will.  You have a special place in my heart.  Enjoy life and don't work too hard.  Write soon.

All my love,
mom

I love you!!!

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