Dear Betsy,
I am glad you are getting better. Your doctor sounds good. Do you have insurance for office calls? I am so sorry I took my phone off the hook. A friend (so to speak) calls at all hours and disturbs me. All she talks about is her husband who has cancer. I try to listen to help but there is no helping her.
I woke up at 1:30 am and have been up since them because my knees and back were aching so bad. I haven't been taking my arthritis med I am suppose to so I did at 2 AM. That's when I had my breakfast. I have to get my teeth cleaned at 9 AM and have errands to do.
I went to Red Lobster for lunch on Saturday and will have left over today. Grandma and Grandpa write me a check for meals I eat out. Isn't that nice. I cook most my meals and enjoy it.
I will get yours and Sandy's packages to Grandpa. Grandpa will take them to Maumee for me. I am sending Sandy the new baby's quilt and darling pink dress I made. I am proud of myself after all these years of not sewing. Bob bought a beautiful new one and I love it. He was so good to me in lots of ways. He couldn't help it that his brain had such bad blood vessels.
Saturday I get my eyes checked by a good doctor. In order for me to write or read I have to close my left eye. I have a lot of periods of double vision. I must need new glasses. Teeth, eyes,,, shoot my monthly $270 plus car insurance. I no longer have call waiting so I am talking if it is busy. Otherwise I am gone or asleep.
Honey, I love you very much and would love to see you. Christmas is 6 months away but I'll see you for sure. I am really looking forward to a Christmas together.
All my love,
Mom
Monday, June 27, 1988
Tuesday, June 21, 1988
June 21, 1988
Dear Betsy,
I was going to move but if anything happens to Grandpa I'd be in low income housing again. So I am going to have my place painted and some wall paper to cheer it up. I had 19 boxes packed. I figured you were in Reston for Father's Day or I would have called you. I am going to Virginia and stay with Kirstie and Will for Christmas. I'll get to see all of you and I am so excited. It won't bother me to be around Dad and Alison if it doesn't bother them. We have a good relationship. We have three beautiful daughters and almost 2 grand babies. I sew all the time. I am starting a new dress and panties for Markel. If she has a boy, I'll have to take a class. Never sewed for a boy. I sewed for your Dad.
Did you get the Eastern Star pin? When I die, you get my ring. When Grandma dies I get hers. It is so beautiful. They are both healthy. We went to a beautiful $9.95 buffet on Sunday. The stopped and bought germanium's for the graves. They surprised me and got Bob one because he was a step-dad. Before he got so sick he was a kind and gently man. I would never even married him if he wasn't. Betsy, I truly loved Bob. We understood each other's handicaps. My legs are hard to understand and live with. I am learning. Yesterday they were a mess and I went no where. It is supposed to be 95 degrees here. I wish it would rain and break the heat wave.
I scrubbed the bottom of my feet when they were so hot. I had to see the Neurologist in Maumee Thursday morning. I have to get a Dilantin blood level today. It will ruin my legs. I need some things from the fabric store (2 bobbins). Did I tell you I am done with the new babies blanket. I am almost done with Markel's darling pink dress. It has lots of lace. Pretty for summer. I made the panties deeper. I bought her 3 dresses on sale. They are adorable.
So how are you? Working hard I am certain. Still going to school? I know you work hard. How is your love life or are you too busy?
I have shortening of clothes to do and mending. Hate that but I guess I'll have to do it. Don't buy me a nightgown or robe. I have all of Aunt Ida's and they are all new. She saved her good clothes.
Wish I had your ideas on how to decorate this place. I have them but I would value your opinion.
We haven't seen each other in years. You are always welcome. So come and see me. Are you going to Virginia Beach this summer and when? Well, I want this to go in today's mail. I hope you are well and happy and enjoying life. I love you, honey and I miss you so much. Write or call.
All my love,
Mom
I was going to move but if anything happens to Grandpa I'd be in low income housing again. So I am going to have my place painted and some wall paper to cheer it up. I had 19 boxes packed. I figured you were in Reston for Father's Day or I would have called you. I am going to Virginia and stay with Kirstie and Will for Christmas. I'll get to see all of you and I am so excited. It won't bother me to be around Dad and Alison if it doesn't bother them. We have a good relationship. We have three beautiful daughters and almost 2 grand babies. I sew all the time. I am starting a new dress and panties for Markel. If she has a boy, I'll have to take a class. Never sewed for a boy. I sewed for your Dad.
Did you get the Eastern Star pin? When I die, you get my ring. When Grandma dies I get hers. It is so beautiful. They are both healthy. We went to a beautiful $9.95 buffet on Sunday. The stopped and bought germanium's for the graves. They surprised me and got Bob one because he was a step-dad. Before he got so sick he was a kind and gently man. I would never even married him if he wasn't. Betsy, I truly loved Bob. We understood each other's handicaps. My legs are hard to understand and live with. I am learning. Yesterday they were a mess and I went no where. It is supposed to be 95 degrees here. I wish it would rain and break the heat wave.
I scrubbed the bottom of my feet when they were so hot. I had to see the Neurologist in Maumee Thursday morning. I have to get a Dilantin blood level today. It will ruin my legs. I need some things from the fabric store (2 bobbins). Did I tell you I am done with the new babies blanket. I am almost done with Markel's darling pink dress. It has lots of lace. Pretty for summer. I made the panties deeper. I bought her 3 dresses on sale. They are adorable.
So how are you? Working hard I am certain. Still going to school? I know you work hard. How is your love life or are you too busy?
I have shortening of clothes to do and mending. Hate that but I guess I'll have to do it. Don't buy me a nightgown or robe. I have all of Aunt Ida's and they are all new. She saved her good clothes.
Wish I had your ideas on how to decorate this place. I have them but I would value your opinion.
We haven't seen each other in years. You are always welcome. So come and see me. Are you going to Virginia Beach this summer and when? Well, I want this to go in today's mail. I hope you are well and happy and enjoying life. I love you, honey and I miss you so much. Write or call.
All my love,
Mom
Saturday, June 11, 1988
June 11, 1988
Dear Betsy,
How are you, honey? I hope to call you tomorrow. I miss you. It has been so long since I saw you. Do you remember my apartment on Heatherdowns where you came to see me? Well, I am going to move there. Grandma and Grandpa are going to give $200 /month for rent and I pay the rest. I just get it yesterday and can start moving in next Saturday. I will have to get rid of things. This apartment I have now is so cluttered. I have Grandma's beautiful kitchen table and 4 winged back chairs. They cost over $100 are in A one shape. Do you want them? I hate to sell them if you could get them. I have so muc to do and must rest a lot. My feet and legs have been bad.
I am sewing a beautiful pink dress for Markel. I worked on it earlier. I hope it fits. I need her measurements for elastic. I also need a new iron. Something is wrong with mine.
Last night was our 25th class reunion from Toledo Hospital. It was registration and wine and cheese party. It was hard on me. I am the only one handicapped. I am also the only widow. Sad byt true. There was a tea this afternoon but 85 degrees. Tonight is a big dinner. it should be nice. It was good to see people - I haven't seen in years. Time does go by. I miss Bob a lot.
Oh, I am coming to Virginia for Christmas. I want us to ahve Christmas together. Haven't had one since 1979. I am excited. You will come, won't you. Kirstie and Will asked me to come and stay with them. She called me today and asked if I want to be around Dad. I said it was fine. We are friends, etc. He is the father of my three beautiful daughters. We had 18 years together. I get along fine with Alison, too.
I am trying to sketch a tree. It is fun and very creative. I had Saturdays by yourself. There is no soap opera, etc on Saturdays are long days. I am going to church tomorrow. They'll probably fall over. I will go to the 1st ward now. Oh, I will be so glad to leave this neighbor. I'll miss going to the community room 2-3 times a day for coffee. It is well protected but the neighborhood is slum area. I'll be so close to a mall, restaurants, Masonic complex, etc. Church is 5 minutes. It's a 1/2 hour drive one way now.
Aunt Ida had many new nightgowns and robes. I have to shorten them because I can't wear floor length. I have all the gowns I will need for years. I sure go to bed in pretty clothes and I always smell good. I still have to soak my feet in ice cold water every night.
I'll have to be frugal with my money starting now. I was eating out a lot because I missed Bob so much. Yesterday, I cooked four big chicken breasts in the crock pot. They were and are delicious. I made Brussels sprouts and a salad and apricots. Pretty good too.
Are you active in Eastern Stars? I will only be a block from the beautiful Masonic Complex so I could get active and have something to do. I need that.
Are you keeping busy with work and school? I am proud of you!
Grandma and Grandpa are moving to a new but smaller condo. There's up for sale. They will only have one floor - no upstairs or basement. It is in the same area. I'm not supposed to tell anyone. They gave me the 1986 Pontiac they bought a blue mini-van (Dodge caravan). They like it. I rode in it last Sunday. We went for a buffet which was delicious.
My dad finally put my pictures up and now I am moving. I'll let you know when and my address and phone number. I'll even be close to my bank and loads of grocery stores.
Did you get the Eastern Star pin? I hope you like it.
Well, I must go and make myself some more food. I am always hungry.
I guess Mark is working for Coka Cola now. I hope he sticks with a job. He needs to accept responsibility. He talks big but no show. I hope he and Sandy make it. I think she is upset and she is very tired.
Remember I love you honey and I do miss you. Take care. Write or call. It means so much to me.
All my love,
Mom
How are you, honey? I hope to call you tomorrow. I miss you. It has been so long since I saw you. Do you remember my apartment on Heatherdowns where you came to see me? Well, I am going to move there. Grandma and Grandpa are going to give $200 /month for rent and I pay the rest. I just get it yesterday and can start moving in next Saturday. I will have to get rid of things. This apartment I have now is so cluttered. I have Grandma's beautiful kitchen table and 4 winged back chairs. They cost over $100 are in A one shape. Do you want them? I hate to sell them if you could get them. I have so muc to do and must rest a lot. My feet and legs have been bad.
I am sewing a beautiful pink dress for Markel. I worked on it earlier. I hope it fits. I need her measurements for elastic. I also need a new iron. Something is wrong with mine.
Last night was our 25th class reunion from Toledo Hospital. It was registration and wine and cheese party. It was hard on me. I am the only one handicapped. I am also the only widow. Sad byt true. There was a tea this afternoon but 85 degrees. Tonight is a big dinner. it should be nice. It was good to see people - I haven't seen in years. Time does go by. I miss Bob a lot.
Oh, I am coming to Virginia for Christmas. I want us to ahve Christmas together. Haven't had one since 1979. I am excited. You will come, won't you. Kirstie and Will asked me to come and stay with them. She called me today and asked if I want to be around Dad. I said it was fine. We are friends, etc. He is the father of my three beautiful daughters. We had 18 years together. I get along fine with Alison, too.
I am trying to sketch a tree. It is fun and very creative. I had Saturdays by yourself. There is no soap opera, etc on Saturdays are long days. I am going to church tomorrow. They'll probably fall over. I will go to the 1st ward now. Oh, I will be so glad to leave this neighbor. I'll miss going to the community room 2-3 times a day for coffee. It is well protected but the neighborhood is slum area. I'll be so close to a mall, restaurants, Masonic complex, etc. Church is 5 minutes. It's a 1/2 hour drive one way now.
Aunt Ida had many new nightgowns and robes. I have to shorten them because I can't wear floor length. I have all the gowns I will need for years. I sure go to bed in pretty clothes and I always smell good. I still have to soak my feet in ice cold water every night.
I'll have to be frugal with my money starting now. I was eating out a lot because I missed Bob so much. Yesterday, I cooked four big chicken breasts in the crock pot. They were and are delicious. I made Brussels sprouts and a salad and apricots. Pretty good too.
Are you active in Eastern Stars? I will only be a block from the beautiful Masonic Complex so I could get active and have something to do. I need that.
Are you keeping busy with work and school? I am proud of you!
Grandma and Grandpa are moving to a new but smaller condo. There's up for sale. They will only have one floor - no upstairs or basement. It is in the same area. I'm not supposed to tell anyone. They gave me the 1986 Pontiac they bought a blue mini-van (Dodge caravan). They like it. I rode in it last Sunday. We went for a buffet which was delicious.
My dad finally put my pictures up and now I am moving. I'll let you know when and my address and phone number. I'll even be close to my bank and loads of grocery stores.
Did you get the Eastern Star pin? I hope you like it.
Well, I must go and make myself some more food. I am always hungry.
I guess Mark is working for Coka Cola now. I hope he sticks with a job. He needs to accept responsibility. He talks big but no show. I hope he and Sandy make it. I think she is upset and she is very tired.
Remember I love you honey and I do miss you. Take care. Write or call. It means so much to me.
All my love,
Mom
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