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.
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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
Saturday, October 24, 1987
October 24, 1987
Dear Betsy,
I just wrote Sandy. She called yesterday and is bleeding heavily. She went to the doctor and he is going to watch her. She may have to have a D&C. Markel is fine and still nursing. Women who breast feed rarely bleed until 6-9 months after they deliver. I never did. She is on an estrogen pill also and started bleeding after she took it. It doesn't sound good. She hasn't sent the pictures and I asked to please send them.
By the way. Grandma was so thrilled to get your card. She didn't say who it was from but started describing it and said the color was lavender and I said "Oh, that must be from Betsy." She read the card and said it was from you. Anyway, you are the only grandchild who sent her one and she was happy about that. She is 68. She and Grandpa are going to the Smokey Mountains and Grand Chapter for a few days. They leave tomorrow. They are busy doing something most of the time. Keeps them active. Grandpa feels pretty good since the surgery took away the pain.
My feet are bad today. I have a bladder infection and I think the medicine I started last night for it is causing them to be so red and hot. It sure nauseated me.
So how are your jobs? I bet you keep busy. How is Kermon? Does he go to school or work or both?
Bob has been in the hospital almost a month with high BP and I mean high. He seems better now but it is still 150/90 to 190/100. His arteries are shot. Mine are about as bad. Plus I keep gaining weight from the medicine they are giving me for my feet. I gain a # a month. I weight 130# now and I don't eat that much really.
I am not active and get little exercise because of my feet. They were so very swollen when I got home from Provo. It took a week on almost bed rest to get them down. I loved Utah but the sun is hotter there and it was 80-85 degrees and the sun really bothers my feet.
I couldn't afford to move there really. Sandy really wanted me to and I had to disappoint her. I hated to say no. I always wanted to live in the west but I guess it is better here for my legs. Markel is so very beautiful and pretty. Mark says she already weighs 10#. Sandy is a good mother. She said she needs to go to work. They really need money. I guess Mark isn't making much. I hope things work out. They seem very happy. I took some pictures and I will get them developed and get you some.
Kirstie called. She wants the dishes. I think you and Kermon and Kirstie and Will should come here and go to the storage place and unload everything and take what you want. Grandma pays $20 a month to store my things and some of Bob's. Think about it. Talk to Kirstie. I can't go there and unload it. It is on the 2nd story and a ladder to climb. I can't do it.
Well, I will close now. Please remember I love you so much and I miss you. Take care of yourself and write. I love hearing from you. Remember I love you.
All my love,
Mom
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I just wrote Sandy. She called yesterday and is bleeding heavily. She went to the doctor and he is going to watch her. She may have to have a D&C. Markel is fine and still nursing. Women who breast feed rarely bleed until 6-9 months after they deliver. I never did. She is on an estrogen pill also and started bleeding after she took it. It doesn't sound good. She hasn't sent the pictures and I asked to please send them.
By the way. Grandma was so thrilled to get your card. She didn't say who it was from but started describing it and said the color was lavender and I said "Oh, that must be from Betsy." She read the card and said it was from you. Anyway, you are the only grandchild who sent her one and she was happy about that. She is 68. She and Grandpa are going to the Smokey Mountains and Grand Chapter for a few days. They leave tomorrow. They are busy doing something most of the time. Keeps them active. Grandpa feels pretty good since the surgery took away the pain.
My feet are bad today. I have a bladder infection and I think the medicine I started last night for it is causing them to be so red and hot. It sure nauseated me.
So how are your jobs? I bet you keep busy. How is Kermon? Does he go to school or work or both?
Bob has been in the hospital almost a month with high BP and I mean high. He seems better now but it is still 150/90 to 190/100. His arteries are shot. Mine are about as bad. Plus I keep gaining weight from the medicine they are giving me for my feet. I gain a # a month. I weight 130# now and I don't eat that much really.
I am not active and get little exercise because of my feet. They were so very swollen when I got home from Provo. It took a week on almost bed rest to get them down. I loved Utah but the sun is hotter there and it was 80-85 degrees and the sun really bothers my feet.
I couldn't afford to move there really. Sandy really wanted me to and I had to disappoint her. I hated to say no. I always wanted to live in the west but I guess it is better here for my legs. Markel is so very beautiful and pretty. Mark says she already weighs 10#. Sandy is a good mother. She said she needs to go to work. They really need money. I guess Mark isn't making much. I hope things work out. They seem very happy. I took some pictures and I will get them developed and get you some.
Kirstie called. She wants the dishes. I think you and Kermon and Kirstie and Will should come here and go to the storage place and unload everything and take what you want. Grandma pays $20 a month to store my things and some of Bob's. Think about it. Talk to Kirstie. I can't go there and unload it. It is on the 2nd story and a ladder to climb. I can't do it.
Well, I will close now. Please remember I love you so much and I miss you. Take care of yourself and write. I love hearing from you. Remember I love you.
All my love,
Mom
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Saturday, October 10, 1987
October 10, 1987
Dear Betsy,
It was so good to get your letters. I hope Sandy sends those pictures. I would love to have them.
Markel is beautiful and pretty, etc. Her face is nicely shaped. She reminds me of you when you were that little. That was 21 years ago. Boy, I am getting old.
Sandy says she is going to have to go to work. They have so little money. I can't help them because I am poor also.
I can't move to Utah as much as I would like to. I don't have the money to get there. My legs are so swollen on the trip home. It has taken a week off them. I haven't had much energy lately. I have to push myself to get going. I was okay while in Utah. I couldn't afford the motel room and meals for 8 or 9 days so I had to come home. It is 48 degrees and no sun. I came to Rudy's to get a hot bowl of chili. It is really seasoned. I eat just about everything now. Bob has taught me that. He is in the hospital for the 3rd time in 3 weeks. His BP is up. Grandma and Grandpa are okay. Grandpa had the surgery on his jaw and no more pain. It is numb. Your Grandma goes everywhere all the time. I don't know how she does it. She is tiny and thin. She'll be 68 soon. Grandpa will be 70 in November. Aunt Ida is lazy like me only she has reason to be. She is 85. My appetite was so good and now it has died down. I weigh 126# which is good for me. All my weight is in the belly and waist.
I should go to the grocery store. I have a bad cough. Change in the climates I guess. It was hot in Utah. I do believe the sun would be too hot on my feet there. I can no longer tolerate sun.
So you are sounding happy. Is everything going okay? How is Kermon? Are you going to school or working? Your dad sent me a post card from Hawaii which was nice. I sent him and Alison one of Salt Lake Temple. I hope it doesn't upset Alison.
I went to court about the divorce the day before I left for Utah and the trial had to be post pond and he has to be served with papers again because they made a mistake.
Well, I will close now. Thanks again for writing and caring about me. My life is lonely and I miss all of you so much. I wish I could see you. You mean so much to me. Write me again soon. I love you with all my heart.
All my love,
Mom
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It was so good to get your letters. I hope Sandy sends those pictures. I would love to have them.
Markel is beautiful and pretty, etc. Her face is nicely shaped. She reminds me of you when you were that little. That was 21 years ago. Boy, I am getting old.
Sandy says she is going to have to go to work. They have so little money. I can't help them because I am poor also.
I can't move to Utah as much as I would like to. I don't have the money to get there. My legs are so swollen on the trip home. It has taken a week off them. I haven't had much energy lately. I have to push myself to get going. I was okay while in Utah. I couldn't afford the motel room and meals for 8 or 9 days so I had to come home. It is 48 degrees and no sun. I came to Rudy's to get a hot bowl of chili. It is really seasoned. I eat just about everything now. Bob has taught me that. He is in the hospital for the 3rd time in 3 weeks. His BP is up. Grandma and Grandpa are okay. Grandpa had the surgery on his jaw and no more pain. It is numb. Your Grandma goes everywhere all the time. I don't know how she does it. She is tiny and thin. She'll be 68 soon. Grandpa will be 70 in November. Aunt Ida is lazy like me only she has reason to be. She is 85. My appetite was so good and now it has died down. I weigh 126# which is good for me. All my weight is in the belly and waist.
I should go to the grocery store. I have a bad cough. Change in the climates I guess. It was hot in Utah. I do believe the sun would be too hot on my feet there. I can no longer tolerate sun.
So you are sounding happy. Is everything going okay? How is Kermon? Are you going to school or working? Your dad sent me a post card from Hawaii which was nice. I sent him and Alison one of Salt Lake Temple. I hope it doesn't upset Alison.
I went to court about the divorce the day before I left for Utah and the trial had to be post pond and he has to be served with papers again because they made a mistake.
Well, I will close now. Thanks again for writing and caring about me. My life is lonely and I miss all of you so much. I wish I could see you. You mean so much to me. Write me again soon. I love you with all my heart.
All my love,
Mom
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Thursday, September 24, 1987
September 24, 1987
Dear Betsy,
Well, I made it to see the baby. Sandy and Mark. Markel is such a beauty. Hard to believe. It is hot here. It is good to see everyone. Holding Markel for the first time was wonderful. I am in a motel. I am not going to live here in Utah. I'll write my feelings later. Hope you are well. I love you.
Love,
Mom
Well, I made it to see the baby. Sandy and Mark. Markel is such a beauty. Hard to believe. It is hot here. It is good to see everyone. Holding Markel for the first time was wonderful. I am in a motel. I am not going to live here in Utah. I'll write my feelings later. Hope you are well. I love you.
Love,
Mom
Sunday, August 16, 1987
August 16, 1987
Dear Betsy,
I haven't heard from you for a while. I hope you are well. I am trapped in because of the extreme heat. I hate summer because of my feet and legs.
Sandy's baby is small. Grandma and Grandpa are paying for an OB consult which she saw. The baby's heart beat is a little slow too. She took a stress test yesterday. I do pray all will be well. Keep the baby and her in your prayers. I am concerned. She is working hard and has her hands full. She is very tired. She has applied for welfare and is supposed to get it soon.
Bob moved into an apartment around the corner from me. He is on the phone or over her a lot.
I made a jello salad with fruit early today. I made oatmeal but I still am hungry. I at at 6 am. Did I tell you that I got 2 CEU's for RN by answering all questions right? I want to do one on emphysema soon. I haven't much energy. Grandma and Grandpa brought some fruit goodies, meat, milk, etc. three days ago. They stayed 45 minutes.
Today is ice cream social for Eastern Stars and it's going to be 95 degrees or more. Aunt Ida is going.
Are you ready for college? I bet you are excited. I was when I went to Nursing school 24 years ago.
Kelly is my buddy. She stays in the bedroom all day. I sleep on the hideaway bed at night by the cooler. Last night I drank a beer. Tasted good.
Well, I am out of news. Write me. Remember I love you and miss you. Take care and write.
All my love,
Mom
I haven't heard from you for a while. I hope you are well. I am trapped in because of the extreme heat. I hate summer because of my feet and legs.
Sandy's baby is small. Grandma and Grandpa are paying for an OB consult which she saw. The baby's heart beat is a little slow too. She took a stress test yesterday. I do pray all will be well. Keep the baby and her in your prayers. I am concerned. She is working hard and has her hands full. She is very tired. She has applied for welfare and is supposed to get it soon.
Bob moved into an apartment around the corner from me. He is on the phone or over her a lot.
I made a jello salad with fruit early today. I made oatmeal but I still am hungry. I at at 6 am. Did I tell you that I got 2 CEU's for RN by answering all questions right? I want to do one on emphysema soon. I haven't much energy. Grandma and Grandpa brought some fruit goodies, meat, milk, etc. three days ago. They stayed 45 minutes.
Today is ice cream social for Eastern Stars and it's going to be 95 degrees or more. Aunt Ida is going.
Are you ready for college? I bet you are excited. I was when I went to Nursing school 24 years ago.
Kelly is my buddy. She stays in the bedroom all day. I sleep on the hideaway bed at night by the cooler. Last night I drank a beer. Tasted good.
Well, I am out of news. Write me. Remember I love you and miss you. Take care and write.
All my love,
Mom
Saturday, August 8, 1987
August 8, 1987
Dear Betsy,
I was certain I started a letter to you and stamped an envelope. Anyway, I have searched all over and can't find it. So I'll try again.
I have no energy. My hemoglobin is low and I take potent iron. My appetite is poor and I want to eat out which I can't. I need to save money to go and see the grand baby. I am mixed up about moving. I can accept most things but I worry about finding the right doctor who does start all over again. I've been through too much.
My apartment was exterminated last week along with everyone else. Bob kept Kelly but she is back now. I missed her. She just came to sit where I am writing.
I found the only copy of our sealing and put it in my book of remembrance. I have gained 5# which puts me at 125# which is good.
My new glasses are very strong and I am having trouble seeing everything. I have to wear them all the time. Not used to that. I wish you were here. Our weather is cloudy today. Bob is supposed to move today around the hall from me. He was mean to me yesterday and I got hurt psychologically. Anyway, I was driving and he hit me. I was right anyway but that is it.
I think I will go to church and McDonald's for breakfast for a bacon, egg, and cheese biscuit. I get my coffee free because I have a golden buckeye card. My breakfast costs $1.21.
I am sleeping on the hideaway bed so I can keep cool. I open it every night. A mess but the bedroom is too warm.
I had a delicious taco salad at Bob Evans yesterday. I used 7 containers of salsa.
I will need your new address. Let me know. I hate Saturday and Sunday. there is no one to call. I don't have many friends because I have moved so much.
I hope you are breathing okay and doing well. Please write. Remember I love you dearly. Miss you too.
Love,
Mom
I was certain I started a letter to you and stamped an envelope. Anyway, I have searched all over and can't find it. So I'll try again.
I have no energy. My hemoglobin is low and I take potent iron. My appetite is poor and I want to eat out which I can't. I need to save money to go and see the grand baby. I am mixed up about moving. I can accept most things but I worry about finding the right doctor who does start all over again. I've been through too much.
My apartment was exterminated last week along with everyone else. Bob kept Kelly but she is back now. I missed her. She just came to sit where I am writing.
I found the only copy of our sealing and put it in my book of remembrance. I have gained 5# which puts me at 125# which is good.
My new glasses are very strong and I am having trouble seeing everything. I have to wear them all the time. Not used to that. I wish you were here. Our weather is cloudy today. Bob is supposed to move today around the hall from me. He was mean to me yesterday and I got hurt psychologically. Anyway, I was driving and he hit me. I was right anyway but that is it.
I think I will go to church and McDonald's for breakfast for a bacon, egg, and cheese biscuit. I get my coffee free because I have a golden buckeye card. My breakfast costs $1.21.
I am sleeping on the hideaway bed so I can keep cool. I open it every night. A mess but the bedroom is too warm.
I had a delicious taco salad at Bob Evans yesterday. I used 7 containers of salsa.
I will need your new address. Let me know. I hate Saturday and Sunday. there is no one to call. I don't have many friends because I have moved so much.
I hope you are breathing okay and doing well. Please write. Remember I love you dearly. Miss you too.
Love,
Mom
Friday, July 31, 1987
July 31, 1987
Dear Betsy,
Well, I don't know when I will get this mailed since I have no stamps. But I decided to write anyway. Sandy called last night. She was down. She needs a $3600 loan for Mark to get a job. I can't help her. She said she was going to call you. Did she? She wants a job but can't get one because she is pregnant. I want to go to Provo when she has the baby. I may get a low income apartment there for two months. Yet I am worried about moving. I should go and be happy. I worry about my feet and legs and all the moving trauma. My apartment will have to get air conditioning. My apartment here is small but nice for sun and has good air conditioning. I sleep in the Living room on sofa bed because bedroom is too warm. I hope this heat ends soon.
My dad had a big tooth pulled today. It is bleeding. My new glasses aren't any good. Things blurry. I can't see with or without them.
I am anemic and have to take prescription iron. I feel better but they constipate me. Can't win. If I don't take them I just lay around.
August 3
Well, I got a stamp so I can mail this. I wake up very early. I go to bed early too. I even try to nap one hour every afternoon. I feel better. I got exterminated the other day and people from church helped a lot. Bob sleeps most all day and up all night. So he doesn't bother me. Except --- except that he expects me to cash his check or take him, get him Lotto tickets, take him out to supper. Then he is mean to me. I need to move away except he covers me with beautiful medical insurance. He even pays the premium. But I can't live like this. I wish I could work. I will do my nursing '87 for continuing education. I got the last one all night. I was proud of myself.
Well, I will close. Take care. Write. Give me new address. I love you, honey. Remember that.
All my love,
mom
Well, I don't know when I will get this mailed since I have no stamps. But I decided to write anyway. Sandy called last night. She was down. She needs a $3600 loan for Mark to get a job. I can't help her. She said she was going to call you. Did she? She wants a job but can't get one because she is pregnant. I want to go to Provo when she has the baby. I may get a low income apartment there for two months. Yet I am worried about moving. I should go and be happy. I worry about my feet and legs and all the moving trauma. My apartment will have to get air conditioning. My apartment here is small but nice for sun and has good air conditioning. I sleep in the Living room on sofa bed because bedroom is too warm. I hope this heat ends soon.
My dad had a big tooth pulled today. It is bleeding. My new glasses aren't any good. Things blurry. I can't see with or without them.
I am anemic and have to take prescription iron. I feel better but they constipate me. Can't win. If I don't take them I just lay around.
August 3
Well, I got a stamp so I can mail this. I wake up very early. I go to bed early too. I even try to nap one hour every afternoon. I feel better. I got exterminated the other day and people from church helped a lot. Bob sleeps most all day and up all night. So he doesn't bother me. Except --- except that he expects me to cash his check or take him, get him Lotto tickets, take him out to supper. Then he is mean to me. I need to move away except he covers me with beautiful medical insurance. He even pays the premium. But I can't live like this. I wish I could work. I will do my nursing '87 for continuing education. I got the last one all night. I was proud of myself.
Well, I will close. Take care. Write. Give me new address. I love you, honey. Remember that.
All my love,
mom
Tuesday, June 30, 1987
June 20, 1987
Dear Betsy,
I got your letter today. I was going to write you anyway. Thanks for caring and the letter.
Days go so slow for me. It is such a lonely life. It is so hot here for my feet and legs. I go to bed early and get up early. Did I give you my new phone number? It is …
So Kirstie has moved out. Do you miss your fights? How is your study?
I love my glasses and looked everywhere. Well, today I found them and I am so glad. I got to get my eyes examined. I had to get 2 new RX's yesterday for $50 and only enough for 15 days. It is terrible. I got a Taco Salad but it made my belly upset but it was delicious.
tomorrow, my parents are taking me to brunch at Tinkos. Aunt Ida is going and we leave here at 10:30 and go to Perrysburg. It will be hard on me but my dad will be happy. I am glad they are paying for it.
June 21
It is Sunday AM and I just tried to call you but Alison said you were gone for the weekend. I am sorry I missed you. We went to the brunch and had a 1/2 hour wait. It was huge and really good. I even ate dessert after lots of fruit, etc. Then we came here and I gave Grandpa a little gift.
June 23
Bob and I would have been remarried 3 years day. He forgot but we are going to LePeeps for fancy breakfast at 10 am tomorrow. I will have the most delicious oatmeal and blueberries and cream, juice and whole wheat muffin and pot of coffee. Really good and expensive too.
Yesterday I finished the baby blanket I made for Sandy Hodge's baby. It is 2 yards long and 60 inches wide and all bound by wide yellow satin. It is so pretty. I hope she likes it.
Last night and tonight "Women in White" are on. It is so good and I will stay up late. I decided to go to bed at 10:15 and up and on my feet in 12 hours. The days are not so long that way.
Did I tell you I start on Intermediate sewing class on July 9th in the evenings?
Bob took me to the Olive Garden yesterday and I had a huge virgin Mary, big salad and really good eggplant. I was stuffed. He is good to me at times.
So you are dating Paul. Tell me about him. Is he nice, good looking, etc. and good to you? What about Kermon? By the way Grandma and Grandpa still have his clothes he left at their house. Well, I am out of news. Write me soon. I love you so much.
All my love,
Mom
I got your letter today. I was going to write you anyway. Thanks for caring and the letter.
Days go so slow for me. It is such a lonely life. It is so hot here for my feet and legs. I go to bed early and get up early. Did I give you my new phone number? It is …
So Kirstie has moved out. Do you miss your fights? How is your study?
I love my glasses and looked everywhere. Well, today I found them and I am so glad. I got to get my eyes examined. I had to get 2 new RX's yesterday for $50 and only enough for 15 days. It is terrible. I got a Taco Salad but it made my belly upset but it was delicious.
tomorrow, my parents are taking me to brunch at Tinkos. Aunt Ida is going and we leave here at 10:30 and go to Perrysburg. It will be hard on me but my dad will be happy. I am glad they are paying for it.
June 21
It is Sunday AM and I just tried to call you but Alison said you were gone for the weekend. I am sorry I missed you. We went to the brunch and had a 1/2 hour wait. It was huge and really good. I even ate dessert after lots of fruit, etc. Then we came here and I gave Grandpa a little gift.
June 23
Bob and I would have been remarried 3 years day. He forgot but we are going to LePeeps for fancy breakfast at 10 am tomorrow. I will have the most delicious oatmeal and blueberries and cream, juice and whole wheat muffin and pot of coffee. Really good and expensive too.
Yesterday I finished the baby blanket I made for Sandy Hodge's baby. It is 2 yards long and 60 inches wide and all bound by wide yellow satin. It is so pretty. I hope she likes it.
Last night and tonight "Women in White" are on. It is so good and I will stay up late. I decided to go to bed at 10:15 and up and on my feet in 12 hours. The days are not so long that way.
Did I tell you I start on Intermediate sewing class on July 9th in the evenings?
Bob took me to the Olive Garden yesterday and I had a huge virgin Mary, big salad and really good eggplant. I was stuffed. He is good to me at times.
So you are dating Paul. Tell me about him. Is he nice, good looking, etc. and good to you? What about Kermon? By the way Grandma and Grandpa still have his clothes he left at their house. Well, I am out of news. Write me soon. I love you so much.
All my love,
Mom
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