Dear Betsy,
Yesterday I got a card with the Washington Temple. It is beautiful. Sandy sent it. She said you took your dad's truck to Penn. What did you do that for? I hope everything is well.
Grandpa is in a lot of pain. He has Trigeminal Neuaolgia in the face. He went to get groceries for me today. My Visiting Teacher helps a lot. She cooks meals and does laundry. I hate laying in bed. Today I got diarrhea. It is beautiful and warm outside. I wish I could see Bob. I miss him. Time goes slow for me. I read scriptures and watch TV. My feet and legs really hurt. Now, my stomach is acting up. I have to take Bentyl 10 mgm and Tagament for it. I just can't get another ulcer and more diarrhea.
Do you go to church? If so is it the Mormon? Yesterday, I wrote in my journal.
Well, I am out of news. Betsy, I really do love you and miss you.
Take care of yourself.
All my love,
I love you,
Mom
Wednesday, March 7, 1984
Monday, February 27, 1984
February 27, 1984
Dear Betsy,
It has been so good talking to you. I am so sorry for you and the terrible trouble you had to go through. You can always call me. I am sending you a check for $25 to help you a little. Don't tell your sisters but I want to do this for you. Go to social security and find out your rights. You are entitled to the money for you to live. Save your receipts for food, gas, etc.
Do you still plan to come to see me this summer? I wish I could come there now or for your graduation. Julie sounds like a nice person and so does your boyfriend.
We are having a big snow storm blizzard right now. It started 2 hours ago and is terrible. I am trapped inside.
Smokie has been sick. He had an infection. Plus he has digestion problems. I now have to change his food. He vomits unless he takes a digestion pill. I hope he is better soon.
Aunt Ida keeps herself busy. She goes to church every week. She eats out with other families. She went to the store early today because of the storm coming in. She reads books and watches TV.
Bob wants to remarry me and bought me a diamond ring. He gave me it January 2nd and no one knows about it in the family. He is trying to walk with crutches. He uses the wheel chair now. I have my medicaid benefits and would lose them if I married him.
Your Valentine card is beautiful. What you wrote inside is wonderful and you are a very special person to me. You will soon be 18 years old. Will you stay with Julie? When do you graduate from school? I am glad you like your new job plus I am proud of you to continue at Bradlees department store, plus go to school.
Then to have all this trouble with your father. He is sick.
Lent starts in March. I usually go to the services. I go to either a Lutheran or Episcopal church. I like to go to communion at 5 pm at St. Michael's which is Episcopal and it is on Saturday. Sometimes I go to the Mormon church but I like my coffee and Brim too well. Plus I can't afford the tithe.
My hips are big red sore bumps. I have to take pain medicine and some day I can barely get around. My feet are a mess. I had Impentigo on the toes really bad. So some of my toes are purple. What a mess I am. I can barely walk. My feet are so tender.
I think I will start playing my violin and restart lessons. It helps pass the time. My days are long. I imagine you don't have enough hours in a day to get everything done. My life used to be liek that before I got so sick.
Well, I will close for now. Remember I love you dearly and am so upset for you. I hope the check helps with expenses. I miss you. Please write me. when you can. Remember I love you and you can always call or come here.
All my love,
Your mommy
It has been so good talking to you. I am so sorry for you and the terrible trouble you had to go through. You can always call me. I am sending you a check for $25 to help you a little. Don't tell your sisters but I want to do this for you. Go to social security and find out your rights. You are entitled to the money for you to live. Save your receipts for food, gas, etc.
Do you still plan to come to see me this summer? I wish I could come there now or for your graduation. Julie sounds like a nice person and so does your boyfriend.
We are having a big snow storm blizzard right now. It started 2 hours ago and is terrible. I am trapped inside.
Smokie has been sick. He had an infection. Plus he has digestion problems. I now have to change his food. He vomits unless he takes a digestion pill. I hope he is better soon.
Aunt Ida keeps herself busy. She goes to church every week. She eats out with other families. She went to the store early today because of the storm coming in. She reads books and watches TV.
Bob wants to remarry me and bought me a diamond ring. He gave me it January 2nd and no one knows about it in the family. He is trying to walk with crutches. He uses the wheel chair now. I have my medicaid benefits and would lose them if I married him.
Your Valentine card is beautiful. What you wrote inside is wonderful and you are a very special person to me. You will soon be 18 years old. Will you stay with Julie? When do you graduate from school? I am glad you like your new job plus I am proud of you to continue at Bradlees department store, plus go to school.
Then to have all this trouble with your father. He is sick.
Lent starts in March. I usually go to the services. I go to either a Lutheran or Episcopal church. I like to go to communion at 5 pm at St. Michael's which is Episcopal and it is on Saturday. Sometimes I go to the Mormon church but I like my coffee and Brim too well. Plus I can't afford the tithe.
My hips are big red sore bumps. I have to take pain medicine and some day I can barely get around. My feet are a mess. I had Impentigo on the toes really bad. So some of my toes are purple. What a mess I am. I can barely walk. My feet are so tender.
I think I will start playing my violin and restart lessons. It helps pass the time. My days are long. I imagine you don't have enough hours in a day to get everything done. My life used to be liek that before I got so sick.
Well, I will close for now. Remember I love you dearly and am so upset for you. I hope the check helps with expenses. I miss you. Please write me. when you can. Remember I love you and you can always call or come here.
All my love,
Your mommy
Monday, January 9, 1984
January 9, 1984
Dear Betsy,
What has happened to you? I haven't heard from you except when I called Christmas. I miss you so much. I don't understand. Did I say something wrong? I got a lot of nice things (clothes) for Christmas. Bob got me a 14K gold cross. It is dointy. Now I need the chain.
My feet are breaking down. It is very cold here. I will probably end up in the hospital. i am up at 6 am and go to bed between 9-10 pm. I read from 6 am to 10 am in bed to cool my legs and feet. I am getting depressed. I can do so little and never get out anymore. I don't have many friends. I sent Sandy lots of papers on thing for a report. I hope she appreciates it. It took a lot of time. But I have loads of time. Bob sleeps mostly every day. I don't know how he can sleep so long. I wish I could. I am in a lot of pain with my feet. I have to soak my feet in cold water every night. It is so painful. Than I cover them with cream.
I am sending these 2 coupons. I hope you can use them.
The Mormons aren't like there were out west. The Bishop is my home teacher and no visiting teachers. We really need help. So I am calling tonight and leaving the church. I'll go where people care and understand. I have paid tithing and I can't get out to meetings because of my feet. I have really helped the missionaries a lot. I have studied the scriptures and books every day. I guess I will just read my Bible which Bob gave me. I really love it.
January 10
Everything is going wrong. I want to get this off to you before the mailman comes. I am so upset and depressed. My feet hurt so bad. Remember alwasy that I love you very much. I miss you. Please write or call. Please. I love you.
All my love,
Mom
What has happened to you? I haven't heard from you except when I called Christmas. I miss you so much. I don't understand. Did I say something wrong? I got a lot of nice things (clothes) for Christmas. Bob got me a 14K gold cross. It is dointy. Now I need the chain.
My feet are breaking down. It is very cold here. I will probably end up in the hospital. i am up at 6 am and go to bed between 9-10 pm. I read from 6 am to 10 am in bed to cool my legs and feet. I am getting depressed. I can do so little and never get out anymore. I don't have many friends. I sent Sandy lots of papers on thing for a report. I hope she appreciates it. It took a lot of time. But I have loads of time. Bob sleeps mostly every day. I don't know how he can sleep so long. I wish I could. I am in a lot of pain with my feet. I have to soak my feet in cold water every night. It is so painful. Than I cover them with cream.
I am sending these 2 coupons. I hope you can use them.
The Mormons aren't like there were out west. The Bishop is my home teacher and no visiting teachers. We really need help. So I am calling tonight and leaving the church. I'll go where people care and understand. I have paid tithing and I can't get out to meetings because of my feet. I have really helped the missionaries a lot. I have studied the scriptures and books every day. I guess I will just read my Bible which Bob gave me. I really love it.
January 10
Everything is going wrong. I want to get this off to you before the mailman comes. I am so upset and depressed. My feet hurt so bad. Remember alwasy that I love you very much. I miss you. Please write or call. Please. I love you.
All my love,
Mom
Monday, November 21, 1983
November 21, 1983
Dear Betsy,
I hope you have a nice Thanksgiving. I am thankful I have you as a daughter. I miss not seeing you. I hope you are well and happy. Please write me. I know you are busy but letters mean so much. I love you.
Love,
Mom
PS: Please send a picture of yourself
With warm wishes for you at Thanksgiving -
may you be blessed with joy, good health and love -
all the good things in life!
Happy Thanksgiving!
All my love,
Mom
I hope you have a nice Thanksgiving. I am thankful I have you as a daughter. I miss not seeing you. I hope you are well and happy. Please write me. I know you are busy but letters mean so much. I love you.
Love,
Mom
PS: Please send a picture of yourself
With warm wishes for you at Thanksgiving -
may you be blessed with joy, good health and love -
all the good things in life!
Happy Thanksgiving!
All my love,
Mom
Friday, June 17, 1983
No date
Dear Betsy,
I can't remember when I wrote you last so excuse me if I repeat myself. Bob and I are trying to mend our marriage. He took me out to supper last night. We'll have to take you. It is really neat. It is train cars and called Victoria Station. My only problem was I had 2 whiskey sours and they were good. Well, after we got home I got sick. I'll stick with my wine and scotch and water plus my feet got very hot. I get up every morning an eat breakfast. Then I go to the mall and walk all over for exercise. After supper I go again. It is 85 degrees here today. I am going to the beauty shop at 3 pm for wash and blow dry. It has been 4 weeks since my permanent.
So when are you coming to see us? I am anxious to see you. I found this card in a Rainbow shop and had to buy it for you.
I am glad you are dating a lot. Enjoy life. I went with your dad on and off for 5 years before we got married. When he went to college he said he didn't want to go steady. I got my Engagement ring in October of 1963 at age 21 and married him that November 23. His mother was sure I was pregnant. Three years later I had you so I guess I fooled her. We had lots of problems from the start in our marriage and he had his girl friends. Only was too dumb to know that. I really was stupid.
It is now 88 degrees.
Do you go to church now that Brian is back? Are you dating him? He sounds nice. So how is work going?
I sleep good - walking at the mall one hour 2 x a day. I slept 12 hours last night. I am making a beef roast for supper. I hope it is good.
Do you still go to Rainbow? I did until I joined Eastern Star in 1960. Grandma and Grandpa just had their 47 year anniversary. That is a long time.
Well, I just wanted to write and let you know how I miss you and am anxious to see you. Bob and I are okay. I hit him first so I started it. What a battle. He can get mean. Remember how much I love you. Write soon.
All my love,
Your mommy
I can't remember when I wrote you last so excuse me if I repeat myself. Bob and I are trying to mend our marriage. He took me out to supper last night. We'll have to take you. It is really neat. It is train cars and called Victoria Station. My only problem was I had 2 whiskey sours and they were good. Well, after we got home I got sick. I'll stick with my wine and scotch and water plus my feet got very hot. I get up every morning an eat breakfast. Then I go to the mall and walk all over for exercise. After supper I go again. It is 85 degrees here today. I am going to the beauty shop at 3 pm for wash and blow dry. It has been 4 weeks since my permanent.
So when are you coming to see us? I am anxious to see you. I found this card in a Rainbow shop and had to buy it for you.
I am glad you are dating a lot. Enjoy life. I went with your dad on and off for 5 years before we got married. When he went to college he said he didn't want to go steady. I got my Engagement ring in October of 1963 at age 21 and married him that November 23. His mother was sure I was pregnant. Three years later I had you so I guess I fooled her. We had lots of problems from the start in our marriage and he had his girl friends. Only was too dumb to know that. I really was stupid.
It is now 88 degrees.
Do you go to church now that Brian is back? Are you dating him? He sounds nice. So how is work going?
I sleep good - walking at the mall one hour 2 x a day. I slept 12 hours last night. I am making a beef roast for supper. I hope it is good.
Do you still go to Rainbow? I did until I joined Eastern Star in 1960. Grandma and Grandpa just had their 47 year anniversary. That is a long time.
Well, I just wanted to write and let you know how I miss you and am anxious to see you. Bob and I are okay. I hit him first so I started it. What a battle. He can get mean. Remember how much I love you. Write soon.
All my love,
Your mommy
Thursday, June 16, 1983
June 16, 1983
Dear Betsy,
Well, I am at least 1/2 moved and slept in my new apartment last night and it was great. I got my new phone this morning. I am divorcing Bob. I just can't take his sleeping all day and eating when he pleases plus he drinks. He gets mean also. He doesn't want to lose me but my mind is made up. I will be lonely for a while.
How is your summer? Busy, I bet. Do you babysit much or are you working at a job? Do you do much with friends? How are you and Curtis?
I do miss you so much and I really do love you. Have you any pictures for me? I would love something.
My apartment is small but very nice and it's cool. It has a nice bedroom. The kitchen and living room are separated by a wall of bookshelves and a place for pictures and figurines and beer steins. It is very attractive.
I think you will think I am crazy but I am going back to the Mormon church and will be in the 1st ward. I even put my garments on in 80-90 degree weather. How is the studio coming? Do you do much work on the house? I miss not hearing from you. Kirstie's Mother's Day card still hasn't come.
My hair is really long and wavy. I need to wash it. You would be very surprised to see it.
I have a new twin bed and linens in my bedroom. There is a utility room and I am filling it. Plus there is an attic space up from the utility room.
Aunt Ida should come over this afternoon - My furniture is still at Bob's (my old apartment).
My address is …
I will go back to the name of Lingel.
Please try and write me. I love you.
All my love,
Mom
Well, I am at least 1/2 moved and slept in my new apartment last night and it was great. I got my new phone this morning. I am divorcing Bob. I just can't take his sleeping all day and eating when he pleases plus he drinks. He gets mean also. He doesn't want to lose me but my mind is made up. I will be lonely for a while.
How is your summer? Busy, I bet. Do you babysit much or are you working at a job? Do you do much with friends? How are you and Curtis?
I do miss you so much and I really do love you. Have you any pictures for me? I would love something.
My apartment is small but very nice and it's cool. It has a nice bedroom. The kitchen and living room are separated by a wall of bookshelves and a place for pictures and figurines and beer steins. It is very attractive.
I think you will think I am crazy but I am going back to the Mormon church and will be in the 1st ward. I even put my garments on in 80-90 degree weather. How is the studio coming? Do you do much work on the house? I miss not hearing from you. Kirstie's Mother's Day card still hasn't come.
My hair is really long and wavy. I need to wash it. You would be very surprised to see it.
I have a new twin bed and linens in my bedroom. There is a utility room and I am filling it. Plus there is an attic space up from the utility room.
Aunt Ida should come over this afternoon - My furniture is still at Bob's (my old apartment).
My address is …
I will go back to the name of Lingel.
Please try and write me. I love you.
All my love,
Mom
Wednesday, May 18, 1983
May 18, 1983
Dear Sandy,
I got your beautiful Mother's Day card today. I was so thrilled and I loved it. It was so nice of you. I miss you. I will leave it on the TV.
I had blood drawn for thyroid tests on Saturday and my results came today. I have to up it to .2 mgm like you took. I have been so tired and depressed. I fall asleep easily. Today I took Bob to church for dinner and food. I went to St. Paul's for Communion and Healing services. My feet are swollen. It is lonely here. I am taking Confirmation classes (and Bob too) at St. Michael's. We will join on June 5th and be confirmed Episcopalion.
Bob is at Physical Therapy at the UA clinic right now. Grandpa golfed today and had a good time. Grandma worked Monday and Tuesday and had a group of women at her house last night. She sure keeps busy.
I have a pretty Jade plant from the Crown and Septor Club at Eastern Stars. It is on the TV also. My poinsetta is drooping down.
Later 10:10 pm
I am drinking Sanka out of your cup. I use it all the time. Friday I go to see Kay @ Dr. Archombeau's. Joyce did some laundry yesterday. Debbie got me bananas and I made bread with the real ripe ones.
We are supposed to get rain for a few days. There is cool weather now but my temp was only 94 this am. It goes up as the day goes on.
I am glad you are well. Sorry to hear about your foot and knee. I hope they are better. I have been knitting some. Some scarf. I go to bed and work on mail, etc. I spend a lot of time on my Bible.
Congratulations on Honorary Spanish Club. I am happy for you.
Give me the name of where I can get a letter to you and address and phone number. Remember I love you dearly. Write me please.
All my love,
Your "Mommy"
PS: I heard "It's hard to say I'm sorry"
I got your beautiful Mother's Day card today. I was so thrilled and I loved it. It was so nice of you. I miss you. I will leave it on the TV.
I had blood drawn for thyroid tests on Saturday and my results came today. I have to up it to .2 mgm like you took. I have been so tired and depressed. I fall asleep easily. Today I took Bob to church for dinner and food. I went to St. Paul's for Communion and Healing services. My feet are swollen. It is lonely here. I am taking Confirmation classes (and Bob too) at St. Michael's. We will join on June 5th and be confirmed Episcopalion.
Bob is at Physical Therapy at the UA clinic right now. Grandpa golfed today and had a good time. Grandma worked Monday and Tuesday and had a group of women at her house last night. She sure keeps busy.
I have a pretty Jade plant from the Crown and Septor Club at Eastern Stars. It is on the TV also. My poinsetta is drooping down.
Later 10:10 pm
I am drinking Sanka out of your cup. I use it all the time. Friday I go to see Kay @ Dr. Archombeau's. Joyce did some laundry yesterday. Debbie got me bananas and I made bread with the real ripe ones.
We are supposed to get rain for a few days. There is cool weather now but my temp was only 94 this am. It goes up as the day goes on.
I am glad you are well. Sorry to hear about your foot and knee. I hope they are better. I have been knitting some. Some scarf. I go to bed and work on mail, etc. I spend a lot of time on my Bible.
Congratulations on Honorary Spanish Club. I am happy for you.
Give me the name of where I can get a letter to you and address and phone number. Remember I love you dearly. Write me please.
All my love,
Your "Mommy"
PS: I heard "It's hard to say I'm sorry"
Tuesday, April 19, 1983
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
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
Friday, April 15, 1983
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
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
Tuesday, March 8, 1983
March 8, 1983
Dear Betsy,
I hope this letter finds you well and happy. I have really been busy with Bob so sick in the hospital. He is doing better but they are still running lots of tests. It is hard to find a ride every day to see him. I can't be on my feet very long. He now has diarrhea. He looks better and is getting back his good sense of humor. He is out CCU.
Your birthday is in 10 days. I can hardly believe it. I remember when you were born and praying so hard for you to live. I love you so much and I had not even held you. Thank God you lived and grew up to be such a lovely and beautiful daughter. When I see little girls all dressed up I remember how I used to dress you up and fix your pretty hair. I am very proud of you and your accomplishments. Please keep up what you are doing and become a lovely woman.
How is school going? Sandy does go to school and gets her homework done but eats and watches TV so much. Plus she exercises a lot. I do sit ups every night and lift small weights with my arms. It builds up muscles. I still weigh 121#. I eat a huge breakfast. My right hip bone hurts a lot. I laid on it in ICU a lot and afterwards. The pain makes me sick. I have to take pain pills for my feet and legs now.
They do help. I miss Bob. I go to sleep at 2 am but go to bed around 8 pm to rest my legs.
It has been lovely weather here but today it is cooler and rain. Tonight is supposed to be 30 degrees. I had planned on going to communion service tomorrow morning but may not be able if it is too cold for my feet. I go to the Episcopal church now. I have a lot of Mormon friends.
Well, I must close. Please try to write your mom. I miss you and love you very much.
All my love,
Mom
I hope this letter finds you well and happy. I have really been busy with Bob so sick in the hospital. He is doing better but they are still running lots of tests. It is hard to find a ride every day to see him. I can't be on my feet very long. He now has diarrhea. He looks better and is getting back his good sense of humor. He is out CCU.
Your birthday is in 10 days. I can hardly believe it. I remember when you were born and praying so hard for you to live. I love you so much and I had not even held you. Thank God you lived and grew up to be such a lovely and beautiful daughter. When I see little girls all dressed up I remember how I used to dress you up and fix your pretty hair. I am very proud of you and your accomplishments. Please keep up what you are doing and become a lovely woman.
How is school going? Sandy does go to school and gets her homework done but eats and watches TV so much. Plus she exercises a lot. I do sit ups every night and lift small weights with my arms. It builds up muscles. I still weigh 121#. I eat a huge breakfast. My right hip bone hurts a lot. I laid on it in ICU a lot and afterwards. The pain makes me sick. I have to take pain pills for my feet and legs now.
They do help. I miss Bob. I go to sleep at 2 am but go to bed around 8 pm to rest my legs.
It has been lovely weather here but today it is cooler and rain. Tonight is supposed to be 30 degrees. I had planned on going to communion service tomorrow morning but may not be able if it is too cold for my feet. I go to the Episcopal church now. I have a lot of Mormon friends.
Well, I must close. Please try to write your mom. I miss you and love you very much.
All my love,
Mom
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