Tues. P.M.
Mar. 17/36Dearest darling honey bunch :-
Rec'd two sweet letters from you this morning that Auntie Jane forwarded to me. Your check comes so regularly and is for so much dearie. Do you really keep enough for yourself?
You were all pepped up in your letters, and I wish I could fly right to you, but can't tell you definitely when I can come. Rest assured it will be pretty soon, I hope. It is so tiresome to live this way. I feel so "unnecessary." Those d- teeth. Please 'scuse.
Went to the dentist this morning at nine, when Anthony went to work and he said my mouth was better to-day. He wants me to come in every day while I am hear [sic] as he says it will heal much faster and thats [sic] what we want, is'nt it? Some of the cankers are healed, but I still have some left. Dr. Andrews really relieves my mouth so much, and I want to be sure that they (teeth) are alright, as I can't afford going to a dentist in N.Y. Be patient, sweetheart.
I have'nt done any more about estate, but expect that will just take a very short time. I have my figures nearly ready and will finish up quickly.
Did I tell you that I ordered a Charis corset and used mama's down pay'mt two dollars? Just think how beautiful I will be when you see me.
By the way Dick Millard is in N.Y. staying at the William Sloan House Y.M.C.A. and next time you want a blind date call him. He is studying voice with a very famous teacher. (I guess Tibbette) and is waiting on tables some where. Anthony suggested our inviting him over when we get our home.
Why even I was shocked when I read that Miss Tankard had passed away. It must have been trying for you dearie. Those things are so sad. Would'nt it be nice if you could qualify for her position.
Am still wearing my knitted suit and hope it lasts a little longer. I have worn it constantly. Sometimes I wonder if I should'nt buy another one. They are very serviceable. Don't you think? My fur coat looks moth-eaten. Wish I could wait until I get to N.Y. until I get one. Well, we'll see.
Billy is feeling better again and went to school this morning. The family "Wheeler" are all well and send their love and best wishes. Anthony is sleeping and the house is rather quiet. Marge & I play cards in the evening and I have been winning most of the games.
I can just imagine how you looked when you were nodding - aren't we all? But remember, when I get to Hempstead you will have to go out with all your friends, just as you do now. Will you promise?
How I loved all those queaks! I was rather dubious about "the other joyful noises". Perhaps thats [sic] where I come in.
It would be nice to spend a day in N.Y., but there is'nt anything there I want to see as badly as I do you and perhaps we had better spend our first day visiting. What do you think? Does'nt it seem like ages since you left Bing. in Oct.?
You have been working very hard, and please rest, rest, rest a lot. Just don't think too much about your work & Miss Tankard. It must have been a great strain for you. too bad you had to go out Fri. night.
When I get a home, (you too) am going to relax. Shall lock all doors, and hang out a sign "Please don't disturb." What do you say? You can flap to your hearts content and muddy will take care of her darling. Would you like your breakfast in bed? We will make up for all of this, you can just bet.
Thank you so much darling for everything. You are so wonderful, and I just can't help loving you dearie. Thank Mrs. Connor for me and tell her I wish I could be in her shoes when you are around.
Millions of everything mostly love, & kisses
Muddikins