Grandma Letter ~~ Postmarked February 10, 1993

 

She wrote:

Dear Shelby,

Such a pretty card.  Thanks for the nice letter.

I'm still eating Christmas cookies due to the fact I didn't give your Mom one container that had some good ones in it.

As far as I know the laser treatment went well.  He (Dr. Jones) said my glasses didn't need changing.

The May Fair (in May!) is around the lake, which is just down the street from us.  The Rose Garden is up the street farther.  Ott St divides them.

I went to Dr. Shore on Friday.  He says I seem to be fine.  He did a physical.  He wants to change some of my medicines.  Newer things are coming out that are just as good & not quite as expensive.  I hope so.  My medicine costs a fortune.

It is a gloomy day out today.  It hasn't snowed here except an inch or two all winter.

Today is Harold's birthday.  He is 74.  Ruth's cousin had them over for dinner last Sunday & she sent me a big piece of cake and a piece of pumpkin pie.

Well hon, I better close now.  Let me hear from you.  Take care & give my love to Jack.

Love always,

Grandma

Our Completed "Love In The Wild" Jigsaw Puzzle ~~ January 2026

 

Thrift Drug Company Photo Reprint Envelope ~~ Cedar Crest Shopping Center ~~ Allentown, Pa ~~ 1964

 

Dad ~~ 1990s

 

So True!

 

Dwight D. Eisenhower Stamp ~~ Issued 1969

 

My 1920s Cast Iron Bathtub Before & After Reglazing ~~ October 1995 / February 1996

 Before Reglazing (October 1995):

After Reglazing (February 1996):

From The Hotel Jefferson, Richmond, Va (Now called Jefferson Hotel)

Our Completed "Winter Dogs" Jigsaw Puzzle ~~ January 2026

 

Brownie Cupcakes

 

Possum ~~ February 2026

 

I had been leaving food out on the porch in an empty flower planter for an older male possum.  He was a nighly visitor for about 2 years.  Last week we found him dead right beside the porch.  A younger and smaller possum has very quickly taken his place.  We put a trail cam on the porch for one night to catch his activities.  He seems to be enjoying his food!

Grandpa & His Brother Joe ~~ Utica, NY ~~ 1940s

 

Our Completed "Cozy Winter" Jigsaw Puzzle ~~ January 2026

 

Mom's Birthday Party Announcement ~~ Danville Bee ~ July 19, 1939

 

Unknown Teenagers ~~ Unknown Location ~~ Late 1940s Or Early 1950s?

Happy Valentine's Day 2026!

 Happy Valentine's Day 2026!

For The Two Of You On Valentine's Day ~~ 1992

For You, Granddaughter On Valentine's Day ~~ 1970s

 

Our Completed "Furry and Bright" Jigsaw Puzzle ~~ January 2026

 

Can't Get Over How Nice You Are! ~~ Valentine's Day 1978

 

Patti was a high school friend!

Philadelphia Light Horse Flag 1775 Stamp (American Historical Flags Series) ~~ Issued 1968

 

Johnny ~~ Late 1940s

 

Our Completed "Journey Of Three Kings" Jigsaw Puzzle ~~ December 2025

Dessert Coffee

 

Two Crows On A Dead Tree ~~ December 2025

 

Grandma & Mom ~~ February 1964

 

Precious Things Are Very Few ~~ Valentine's Day 1983

 

Wolf & Rosie ~~ Late 1980s

 

Barn Owl In The Snow

 

Who parks like this?? ~~ Farmville, Va ~~ December 2025

 

Pennsylvania Toleware Stamp (Folk Art Series) ~~ Issued 1979

 

The Colonel Burying His Rawhide In The Snow ~~ January 1996

Frozen Pond Sunset ~~ December 2025

 

Graham Pralines

 

Grandma ~~ Late 1920s

 

Our Completed "Decorating The House" Jigsaw Puzzle ~~ December 2025

 

Mom Letter ~~ Postmarked January 15, 1980

 

She wrote:

Dear Shelby,

I'm sending you the deposit slip, record it and send it back.  I'm glad you called back last night.  I was very upset and so was Dad.  Our concern is only for you to do the right thing for yourself.  You are only 2 years from a degree.  To stop now would be a wasted 2 years of college, not to mention the private school education, which really is important even though it may not seem so at this time.  I'm sure you will do the right thing if you think it through and not get emotional.  Just remember we love you and only want what is best for you, also we are a bit more aware of the outside world than you are at this stage.  Well, Honey, do the best you can and feel free to talk to us about any fears or doubts you have.  We want to help you.

We went to look at new mattresses tonight.  We decided to go ahead and get a new one.  We really need it.

Well, write when you can & stay calm.  Love you!

Mama

Brookstone Hard-To-Find-Tools Catalog ~~ 1981