Dear Betsy,
I am so sorry you aren't feeling well. I hope you are better soon. Take call the Amoxicillin. It should help. It was good hearing from you.
My stomach has a lot of acid. So I have to be careful what I eat and not eat too much at one time. I take Tagament to reduce the acid. It does help and prevents ulcers. I already had three bad ones.
What are you doing for Thanksgiving? I am staying here. It is Grandpa's birthday soon. They are going to a special buffet and taking Aunt Ida. This is a time of year that brings back good memories. I miss you and all of it. I wish I could have stayed healthy. We'd still all be together. Christmas is soon. Are you going to your dads? What about Kirstie? I don't have a new address. Should I send your gift to your dads? Let me know.
These two coupons expire soon so use them.
My cat Kelly is my buddy. She is so sweet and lots of company. I tell her all my troubles and she listens. I comb her everyday.
It was good to say hi to Kermon. He seems really nice. That is good he takes care of you when you are sick. I do hope you are better. I wish I lived in VA. Then we could see each other.
Grandma said to say "hi." She also said nicely that she hoped you and Kermon were happy. She is so busy. She is Secretary of Eastern Stars and an officer in all the clubs. Really. She has her nose in it all - luncheons - suppers, etc. She and Grandpa are rarely home. Grandpa's jaw and cheek pain are gone because of the surgery. He has tickling numbness.
Bob is slipping. He doesn't eat. He is poor and doesn't know how to handle money. I do things for him when I can. He takes me out to eat. He still can be so nasty. Not like he used to be. He is so different from the Bob I married. We were legally separated so I can stay on his insurance. It is very good plus I have medicare. My total income per month is $360. Not much. Bob took me to Red Lobster on Sunday and I had Boston Bluefish. Really good. Coffee is 85 cents since Bob has been so sick his whole personality has changed. He doesn't take care of himself and his apartment is a real mess to say the least.
Well, I hope you have a nice Thanksgiving. I love you so very much. Write soon. Give Kermon my love. Take care. Get better soon.
All my love,
Mom
Tuesday, November 24, 1987
Wednesday, November 18, 1987
November 18, 1987
Dear Betsy,
I got your nice letter yesterday. I am glad you are happy. I am really concerned about Sandy. That is one reason I couldn't move there. Sandy wasn't certain she and Mark would stay in Provo more than a year. Well, I would have been there all alone. I couldn't afford to move there. I hope Mark gets a better job. She says Markel is really growing. She is so pretty. I feel so helpless for Sandy.
Did I tell you my back was really hurting me? It hasn't been bad since 1976. I went to an orthopedic doctor on Monday. He examined me and got x-ray. He showed me the x-rays and shook his head. Well, my degenerative disc disease of L5S1 is really bad. He can no longer do a fusion or inject the space with cortisone. I have to take a very potent medicine called Feldene. In 5-10 years I will be stiff. He said he was sorry but nothing can really be done. The medicine he gave can cause ulcers so I have to be very careful. The medicine is good and helps the pain. I guess my body is aging too fast. He said I was very young for all that back trouble.
Next day
Maybe when winter is over can could meet 1/2 way. I may be able to drive that far. It would be so good to see you. I couldn't afford a motel for long but I'd love to be with your again.
Sounds like your party was a success. I used to love to entertain.
I think Aunt Ida is getting me an electric can opener for Christmas. My parents may get me a small microwave. I hope.
Kelly is my buddy. You'd love her but would probably have an attack from her. She sleeps with me.
It is cold here but sunny. I read a lot. My back is worse when it is so cold and damp. I like dreary days thought because the don't hurt my feet so much.
I have to sit on the floor most of the day. It is cooler down there. I keep the heat on but crack the window open for my feet.
My ortho doctor also wants me to get hydrotherapy for my back. He is afraid it may hurt my feet because the water is warm. He said a back brace wouldn't help now. I used to wear one. I hated the thing. It is so uncomfortable.
Bob wants to take me out to eat this afternoon. It is a hard decision. I'd like a good meal but that w/c weighs 50#.
I bought some eggnog and I heat it every night and drink a cup. I love it. I also love McDonald's bacon, egg and cheese biscuit for breakfast. I would like those gift certificates.
My Christmas list for you is enclosed. I don't expect you to buy me much. All I need is your love.
Remember, honey I love you very much and I miss you and Kirstie. I wish Kirstie would write me. I am so glad you do. It means so much to me. Well, I will close.
All my love,
Your mom
I love you!!!
I got your nice letter yesterday. I am glad you are happy. I am really concerned about Sandy. That is one reason I couldn't move there. Sandy wasn't certain she and Mark would stay in Provo more than a year. Well, I would have been there all alone. I couldn't afford to move there. I hope Mark gets a better job. She says Markel is really growing. She is so pretty. I feel so helpless for Sandy.
Did I tell you my back was really hurting me? It hasn't been bad since 1976. I went to an orthopedic doctor on Monday. He examined me and got x-ray. He showed me the x-rays and shook his head. Well, my degenerative disc disease of L5S1 is really bad. He can no longer do a fusion or inject the space with cortisone. I have to take a very potent medicine called Feldene. In 5-10 years I will be stiff. He said he was sorry but nothing can really be done. The medicine he gave can cause ulcers so I have to be very careful. The medicine is good and helps the pain. I guess my body is aging too fast. He said I was very young for all that back trouble.
Next day
Maybe when winter is over can could meet 1/2 way. I may be able to drive that far. It would be so good to see you. I couldn't afford a motel for long but I'd love to be with your again.
Sounds like your party was a success. I used to love to entertain.
I think Aunt Ida is getting me an electric can opener for Christmas. My parents may get me a small microwave. I hope.
Kelly is my buddy. You'd love her but would probably have an attack from her. She sleeps with me.
It is cold here but sunny. I read a lot. My back is worse when it is so cold and damp. I like dreary days thought because the don't hurt my feet so much.
I have to sit on the floor most of the day. It is cooler down there. I keep the heat on but crack the window open for my feet.
My ortho doctor also wants me to get hydrotherapy for my back. He is afraid it may hurt my feet because the water is warm. He said a back brace wouldn't help now. I used to wear one. I hated the thing. It is so uncomfortable.
Bob wants to take me out to eat this afternoon. It is a hard decision. I'd like a good meal but that w/c weighs 50#.
I bought some eggnog and I heat it every night and drink a cup. I love it. I also love McDonald's bacon, egg and cheese biscuit for breakfast. I would like those gift certificates.
My Christmas list for you is enclosed. I don't expect you to buy me much. All I need is your love.
Remember, honey I love you very much and I miss you and Kirstie. I wish Kirstie would write me. I am so glad you do. It means so much to me. Well, I will close.
All my love,
Your mom
I love you!!!
Tuesday, November 10, 1987
November 10, 1987
Dear Betsy,
Hi! Sandy sent your pictures and letter on Friday. I love the pictures. I put htem in my photo album. You are really pretty and so is Kirstie. I could use even a little of your boobs. I lost out on them.
Sandy and Mark sound desparate for money. Markel is fine. I think Mark is looking for jobs. Sandy is working. She called to see if I have any money and I can't help. I only get $360 a month for social security and that is it. I hope they can work something out. It cost me of $700 to go to Utah.
I read in the morning and watch TV soaps in the afternoon. I like "Young and Restless". Aunt Ida lives for it. It is an hour she can't miss. I like "Bold and Beautiful" and "General Hospital."
My teeth are in bad shape. I think I am going to have one tooth pulled out and I hate too. My teeth hurt all the time. They are so sensitive.
Bob has been in and out of the hospital 25 out of 30 days for really high BP. He is home now and on lots of medicine. I help him a lot. We are separated.
My cat is fine. She has doubled her food intake but still nice size. I love her. She sleeps with me. Oh remember the stuffed Siamese cat you gave me when you were 12. Well, it is on my bed and she knocked it over the other day. She must think it is real. She is so cute.
It is cold here. I am trapped inside. It's the wind chill. I sit all day on a pillow case on the floor. It keeps my feet cook but very uncomfortable. My back aches a lot.
Next day
My dad is getting my groceries for me. They make a big deal out of it. They never come see me. They are too busy. Do you realize Christmas is almost here? I need to do a little shopping. I don't even know your sizes. My mother was just 68. You are the only grandchild who remembered her. I am proud of you!!
Tomorrow it is supposed to be 50-55 so I can get out a little. I am on a diet I have a huge bulge below my waist and it stays there since I am immobile and can't exercise. I gained 8# in less than 2 months. The doctor increased my thyroid. Plus I was on a medicine for my feet and legs that can cause weight gain so I stopped it. I am no longer on antidepressants. I just wish I were healthy and no problems. I must have inherited all bad genes. I work on my journal at times. Do you write in one?
Well, I don't have much news. I hope you are well and happy. Tell Kermon I said "HI". When are you going to come and see me? I miss you. Remember, I love you, honey, so very much. If my health had survived and I had stayed with the Mormon church in California, I strongly believe your dad and I would have made it. November 23 we would have been married since 1963 - 24 years. The other night when I was trying to sleep, all I could think about was how we met, dated, marriage, etc. I have always loved him. I regret what happened. I am no longer angry, bitter, etc. He will always have a place in my heart.
Well, I want to get this mailed soon. Take care, honey, and write me.
Thanks again for the pictures. I love you.
All my love,
Mom
Hi! Sandy sent your pictures and letter on Friday. I love the pictures. I put htem in my photo album. You are really pretty and so is Kirstie. I could use even a little of your boobs. I lost out on them.
Sandy and Mark sound desparate for money. Markel is fine. I think Mark is looking for jobs. Sandy is working. She called to see if I have any money and I can't help. I only get $360 a month for social security and that is it. I hope they can work something out. It cost me of $700 to go to Utah.
I read in the morning and watch TV soaps in the afternoon. I like "Young and Restless". Aunt Ida lives for it. It is an hour she can't miss. I like "Bold and Beautiful" and "General Hospital."
My teeth are in bad shape. I think I am going to have one tooth pulled out and I hate too. My teeth hurt all the time. They are so sensitive.
Bob has been in and out of the hospital 25 out of 30 days for really high BP. He is home now and on lots of medicine. I help him a lot. We are separated.
My cat is fine. She has doubled her food intake but still nice size. I love her. She sleeps with me. Oh remember the stuffed Siamese cat you gave me when you were 12. Well, it is on my bed and she knocked it over the other day. She must think it is real. She is so cute.
It is cold here. I am trapped inside. It's the wind chill. I sit all day on a pillow case on the floor. It keeps my feet cook but very uncomfortable. My back aches a lot.
Next day
My dad is getting my groceries for me. They make a big deal out of it. They never come see me. They are too busy. Do you realize Christmas is almost here? I need to do a little shopping. I don't even know your sizes. My mother was just 68. You are the only grandchild who remembered her. I am proud of you!!
Tomorrow it is supposed to be 50-55 so I can get out a little. I am on a diet I have a huge bulge below my waist and it stays there since I am immobile and can't exercise. I gained 8# in less than 2 months. The doctor increased my thyroid. Plus I was on a medicine for my feet and legs that can cause weight gain so I stopped it. I am no longer on antidepressants. I just wish I were healthy and no problems. I must have inherited all bad genes. I work on my journal at times. Do you write in one?
Well, I don't have much news. I hope you are well and happy. Tell Kermon I said "HI". When are you going to come and see me? I miss you. Remember, I love you, honey, so very much. If my health had survived and I had stayed with the Mormon church in California, I strongly believe your dad and I would have made it. November 23 we would have been married since 1963 - 24 years. The other night when I was trying to sleep, all I could think about was how we met, dated, marriage, etc. I have always loved him. I regret what happened. I am no longer angry, bitter, etc. He will always have a place in my heart.
Well, I want to get this mailed soon. Take care, honey, and write me.
Thanks again for the pictures. I love you.
All my love,
Mom
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