11/28/52
Dear Richard
Thank you very much for the leaf. I was thrilled. Really though, anytime you have any old leaves around that you don't want, just forward them to me. I go wild over leaves. Seriously, it was very thoughtful of you. With all the wonderful sights to see in D.C. it is a wonder you had time to think of me. Sounds silly, but you know what I mean.
Enough of that. While we're so close to the White House I'll tell you my political leanings. I am not old enough to vote but I still have my views. I am for the individual and not the party. This election I would've been almost entirely Republican. I firmly believed that a change was absolutely necessary. I really think Robert A. Taft would've been one of the great Presidents. He was not popular , no appeal, and never won the nomination. Still, the Taft Hartley law though misunderstood is a great law for the laboring class.
No doubt you disagree with me. Oh, well, it was fun while it lasted.
If you liked Truman, don't write to me anymore. Ha! Ha! what am I laughing at? One more thing. I believe it would have been morally wrong to elect Stevenson President. 2013 ( I wonder why?)
Amen!
Saw a lousy musical last night or rather I should say a poor interpretation of a good musical. It was the road show of "Oklahoma". We left the show early. I had already wasted money on tickets, why waste my time as well.
This is a little off the subject of analysis but here goes. To me, there is only one way of dressing that can be called well dressed. Follow? I didn't think so but I'm not easily discouraged so I'll continue.
This is a combination of neatness and good taste. By this I mean not mixing plaids and tweeds, checks and
plaids- stripes and- oh you know what I mean. also, when to wear what, and what to wear where. colors that go together etc. One of my pet peeves is women with slacks and fur coats- anklets and heels, rhinestones in day time- earrings with slacks etc. I hate slacks anyway. Of course I wear jeans to work all winter and peddle pushers all summer, but I'm an exception. There is only one garb for the Public Market and that's it. Right now I'm wearing so many clothes, because of the cold weather, that I'm just waddling around.
Forgive me for keeping you so long but sometimes I get so wound up and windy.
Hysterically Yours,
Marty
Monday, March 11, 2013
Friday, March 8, 2013
Dear Rich....11/13/52
Dear Rich,
Guess who? With guess what? You follow? No? I can't understand it. Anyway,here I am.
I can't believe I'm so silly, so soon. Usually I wait til the end of the letter.
Am sitting here in our car waiting for my sister (Judy) to come and ride home with us.
She is singing for a convention of some sort. Barb is here also, sitting in the back seat sewing rhinestones on a dress for the S.U. variety show. She's singing "The Lady in Red" It's a production number...she is being featured. I've really been giving her the razz. Reason? One of the advertisements for the show said," S.U's annual variety show featuring torrid....Barbara Torlai." I thought this was rather funny, course I guess that's
because I know her rather well.
Seriously though, she's bound to raise some kind of a sensation with her dress, if nothing else. It's fiery red lace and net with splashes of rhinestones, glitter etc. Now that I've finished my fashion commentary, what shall we talk about?
You asked if I was kidding about the Spanish sailors who asked my sister and I to go with them to Spain.
Definitely not, for once.
If you can't read this, don't try as you won't miss a thing. It really is rather difficult to write while sitting upside down and sideways in a car. But don't despair. I have good news. I can draw no matter what. I shall draw you a picture of what I am looking at right now.
(Update 2013
I drew Seattle Trust & Savings...Klopfensteins....Florshiem ....Von's Cafe....and others I can't decipher
Strange drawing with even stranger little cars.)
Oh! I say! Pip pip- This is jolly fun
Do I like to get away from it all sometimes? Yes. Do I have a special place? No.
When my thoughts are serious, It is usually when I am alone. No special place. Just has to be the right atmosphere. On a bus, walking down the street, even at the store when I'm alone. I know I do a lot more serious thinking than people think. I actually believe that they think I tell jokes to myself when I'm alone.
To me there is no more interesting a subject than human beings--human nature etc. I could go on and on but I'd bore you to death.
Till then,
Marty
Guess who? With guess what? You follow? No? I can't understand it. Anyway,here I am.
I can't believe I'm so silly, so soon. Usually I wait til the end of the letter.
Am sitting here in our car waiting for my sister (Judy) to come and ride home with us.
She is singing for a convention of some sort. Barb is here also, sitting in the back seat sewing rhinestones on a dress for the S.U. variety show. She's singing "The Lady in Red" It's a production number...she is being featured. I've really been giving her the razz. Reason? One of the advertisements for the show said," S.U's annual variety show featuring torrid....Barbara Torlai." I thought this was rather funny, course I guess that's
because I know her rather well.
Seriously though, she's bound to raise some kind of a sensation with her dress, if nothing else. It's fiery red lace and net with splashes of rhinestones, glitter etc. Now that I've finished my fashion commentary, what shall we talk about?
You asked if I was kidding about the Spanish sailors who asked my sister and I to go with them to Spain.
Definitely not, for once.
If you can't read this, don't try as you won't miss a thing. It really is rather difficult to write while sitting upside down and sideways in a car. But don't despair. I have good news. I can draw no matter what. I shall draw you a picture of what I am looking at right now.
(Update 2013
I drew Seattle Trust & Savings...Klopfensteins....Florshiem ....Von's Cafe....and others I can't decipher
Strange drawing with even stranger little cars.)
Oh! I say! Pip pip- This is jolly fun
Do I like to get away from it all sometimes? Yes. Do I have a special place? No.
When my thoughts are serious, It is usually when I am alone. No special place. Just has to be the right atmosphere. On a bus, walking down the street, even at the store when I'm alone. I know I do a lot more serious thinking than people think. I actually believe that they think I tell jokes to myself when I'm alone.
To me there is no more interesting a subject than human beings--human nature etc. I could go on and on but I'd bore you to death.
Till then,
Marty
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
Richard....10/16/52
Dear Rich,
Here I am again with more of the same. I hope this letter finds you in good humor (mood). You'd have to be to appreciate (tolerate) it.
I'm practically out of my mind..our house is a mess! My older sister, who lived in an apartment in Seattle, is moving to Alaska for a while and guess where she carts all her furniture? Out to our stinky little house. What a rat. She's really insane. I don't know what she expects to find up north, but she's bringing real good dressy clothes with her. I told her that she would do better bringing 10 pair of jeans and 6 pair of saddle shoes.
Isn't this interesting!
You'll have to wait a while for a lock of my precious hair. The reason..I just cut it and have none to spare. Believe me. I was going to send you a piece of our dog's hair for two reasons.
1. To test your sense of humor.
2. To see if you would still give out the compliments.
Seriously- what would you have said? Really though, I appreciate your sweet talk even though it isn't true. It boosts my sunken ego.
Say Sweet- hasn't anyone ever told you that nice girls don't read college humor magazines? Or didn't I ever mention that I am a nice girl?
Well, best I journey on.
I just remembered a reason why I didn't send a lock of dog hair.. He has fleas and I guess that wouldn't be fair at all.
Did I ever tell you about sending a friend of mine a bunny for Easter? Anyway, it just had seven babies. He was overjoyed to be able to give me the news. Ha! I hate myself when I do things like that.
Be waiting to hear from you.
Your over-rated pal,
Marty
Here I am again with more of the same. I hope this letter finds you in good humor (mood). You'd have to be to appreciate (tolerate) it.
I'm practically out of my mind..our house is a mess! My older sister, who lived in an apartment in Seattle, is moving to Alaska for a while and guess where she carts all her furniture? Out to our stinky little house. What a rat. She's really insane. I don't know what she expects to find up north, but she's bringing real good dressy clothes with her. I told her that she would do better bringing 10 pair of jeans and 6 pair of saddle shoes.
Isn't this interesting!
You'll have to wait a while for a lock of my precious hair. The reason..I just cut it and have none to spare. Believe me. I was going to send you a piece of our dog's hair for two reasons.
1. To test your sense of humor.
2. To see if you would still give out the compliments.
Seriously- what would you have said? Really though, I appreciate your sweet talk even though it isn't true. It boosts my sunken ego.
Say Sweet- hasn't anyone ever told you that nice girls don't read college humor magazines? Or didn't I ever mention that I am a nice girl?
Well, best I journey on.
I just remembered a reason why I didn't send a lock of dog hair.. He has fleas and I guess that wouldn't be fair at all.
Did I ever tell you about sending a friend of mine a bunny for Easter? Anyway, it just had seven babies. He was overjoyed to be able to give me the news. Ha! I hate myself when I do things like that.
Be waiting to hear from you.
Your over-rated pal,
Marty
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
Oh Deer, Deer, Deer!
First Joe and I walked (stumbled) through our woods. When we were almost back in the yard we
spotted 2 deer. I had my camera but Joe was in a better spot so I had him take the shot. When he tried to get the photo on the computer it had been set wrong. I was very disappointed..
A short time later, I spotted one through the kitchen window, then three more. I ran downstairs to get my camera and made sure it was set correctly. The group of four was a different family...two doe and two fawns.
The first group of two were both adult and different. So, we had a total of six deer in our yard today.
Monday, March 4, 2013
Dear Richard 8/29/52
Dear Rich,
Of this perfumed stationery. I had no idea I was using it until you mentioned it. I must've had a cold when I bought it.
Saw "Stalag 17" the other night. We roamed backstage, gave our feeble congratulations and started on our way.
They either thought we were nuts, and were just having a little fun with us, or possibly they were interested
in finding out why we seemed so unimpressed. Anyway, they were unbelievably nice to us, graciously offered to show us around, introduced us to the rest of the cast etc.
After we left the theatre we went out to dinner (as usual) and we bumped into the same fellows. We spoke to them for quite some time. I found it extremely interesting. Characters!
So you found me in a pessimistic mood last letter, did you? I guess it happens to the best of us.
Your analysis is coming right along. I hate to see you work so hard so I'll help you out a little.
Seriously, I am not pessimistic, sarcastic or cynical, but I do enjoy mild doses of these when used as a form of humor. I also enjoy satire which is in the same family.
Examples:
"The Bob & Ray Show"
Satires on National magazines.
I remember one I read on advertisement used by travel agency. A picture of a girl in a bathing suit with the caption." You wanna see Samoa"
One of my favorite daffynitions is that of a cynic--" One wonders if it wouldn't have been better if Plymouth Rock had landed on the Pilgrims."
I received a proposal today from one of our steady customers. He is about 80 years old and is a graduate of one of the better and most famous mental institutions. I'm thinking of accepting as I've heard he has a dimple on his left elbow that is out of this world.
This Saturday I'm going to see "Call Me Madam" with original Broadway cast, with the exception of Ethel Merman & Russel Nype. I'm rather excited to see what is considered a top musical.
We have second row orchestra seats.
I suppose I should be going now. Keep up the good work on my analysis and keep me posted on how I am doing. Be waiting with baited breath for your answer.
Yours, my macaco
translated( my crazy nut)
Clever....yes...I thought you'd think so.
Marty
Of this perfumed stationery. I had no idea I was using it until you mentioned it. I must've had a cold when I bought it.
Saw "Stalag 17" the other night. We roamed backstage, gave our feeble congratulations and started on our way.
They either thought we were nuts, and were just having a little fun with us, or possibly they were interested
in finding out why we seemed so unimpressed. Anyway, they were unbelievably nice to us, graciously offered to show us around, introduced us to the rest of the cast etc.
After we left the theatre we went out to dinner (as usual) and we bumped into the same fellows. We spoke to them for quite some time. I found it extremely interesting. Characters!
So you found me in a pessimistic mood last letter, did you? I guess it happens to the best of us.
Your analysis is coming right along. I hate to see you work so hard so I'll help you out a little.
Seriously, I am not pessimistic, sarcastic or cynical, but I do enjoy mild doses of these when used as a form of humor. I also enjoy satire which is in the same family.
Examples:
"The Bob & Ray Show"
Satires on National magazines.
I remember one I read on advertisement used by travel agency. A picture of a girl in a bathing suit with the caption." You wanna see Samoa"
One of my favorite daffynitions is that of a cynic--" One wonders if it wouldn't have been better if Plymouth Rock had landed on the Pilgrims."
I received a proposal today from one of our steady customers. He is about 80 years old and is a graduate of one of the better and most famous mental institutions. I'm thinking of accepting as I've heard he has a dimple on his left elbow that is out of this world.
This Saturday I'm going to see "Call Me Madam" with original Broadway cast, with the exception of Ethel Merman & Russel Nype. I'm rather excited to see what is considered a top musical.
We have second row orchestra seats.
I suppose I should be going now. Keep up the good work on my analysis and keep me posted on how I am doing. Be waiting with baited breath for your answer.
Yours, my macaco
translated( my crazy nut)
Clever....yes...I thought you'd think so.
Marty
Saturday, March 2, 2013
Dear Richard's Almanac
10/05/52
Hi Rich,
I've been here for five minutes, staring at this blank stationery and pen, when it finally dawns...Maybe I should take the pen in hand and start pushing it around. I'm in a trance trying to think of some inspiring message.
Not happening.
Went to a good dance the other night. Billy May was in town. Very good.
Another musician was in town also, but I didn't bother to go see him. No style. His name is Truman.
He has an interesting hobby...President of the United States.
I return to school again, tomorrow night. Should be interesting. Saw all the old gang the other night.
Good times ahead after a rather quiet summer. I guess our first show will be the annual Variety Show. I'll tell you about it when it comes along.
I'm glad you enjoy my letters even though it means you must be some sort of idiot. While I'm in an extremely insulting mood I'll tell you what I think of your pictures. When you said you were ugly and unappetizing
I thought you were just being modest. But, I can truthfully say that you're not. I mean,you can be ugly, but why abuse the privilege. Before you go out and test the razor's edge, I'll let you know that I am merely jesting.
Seriously though, you are pretty ugly, but no doubt your soul is beautiful.
Seriously, (this time for real) you look so different in each of the three pictures that I can't figure out what
you look like. Have you lost weight since the first photo you sent. No doubt, it's just my imagination.
Well I have run out of insults so better close this epistle.
Say Rich, take it easy on those jokes. Not that I don't enjoy them, but I'm a girl and you're a boy and certain things embarrass me even with you miles and miles away. I'm laughing and blushing at the same time.
Well, that's about it for now.
See ya,
Marty
3/2/13 What a brat! I have made it a point not correct or change any of my teenage wisdom.
Hi Rich,
I've been here for five minutes, staring at this blank stationery and pen, when it finally dawns...Maybe I should take the pen in hand and start pushing it around. I'm in a trance trying to think of some inspiring message.
Not happening.
Went to a good dance the other night. Billy May was in town. Very good.
Another musician was in town also, but I didn't bother to go see him. No style. His name is Truman.
He has an interesting hobby...President of the United States.
I return to school again, tomorrow night. Should be interesting. Saw all the old gang the other night.
Good times ahead after a rather quiet summer. I guess our first show will be the annual Variety Show. I'll tell you about it when it comes along.
I'm glad you enjoy my letters even though it means you must be some sort of idiot. While I'm in an extremely insulting mood I'll tell you what I think of your pictures. When you said you were ugly and unappetizing
I thought you were just being modest. But, I can truthfully say that you're not. I mean,you can be ugly, but why abuse the privilege. Before you go out and test the razor's edge, I'll let you know that I am merely jesting.
Seriously though, you are pretty ugly, but no doubt your soul is beautiful.
Seriously, (this time for real) you look so different in each of the three pictures that I can't figure out what
you look like. Have you lost weight since the first photo you sent. No doubt, it's just my imagination.
Well I have run out of insults so better close this epistle.
Say Rich, take it easy on those jokes. Not that I don't enjoy them, but I'm a girl and you're a boy and certain things embarrass me even with you miles and miles away. I'm laughing and blushing at the same time.
Well, that's about it for now.
See ya,
Marty
3/2/13 What a brat! I have made it a point not correct or change any of my teenage wisdom.
Friday, March 1, 2013
Shave & a haircut ...6 bits
When boys were young I was in charge of haircuts. I had no idea what I was doing, but the price was right.
I gave them each a buzz cut and I thought they looked very cute.
One day the boys handed me a note from one of the Sisters at St. Anthony School.
"Mrs. MacKenzie...please don't give the boys a haircut today...we're having class pictures tomorrow."
That was going to be the end of my story, but Joe & I watched President Obama this morning and
he has the exact same haircut! So there, Sister, I was just ahead of my time!
I gave them each a buzz cut and I thought they looked very cute.
One day the boys handed me a note from one of the Sisters at St. Anthony School.
"Mrs. MacKenzie...please don't give the boys a haircut today...we're having class pictures tomorrow."
That was going to be the end of my story, but Joe & I watched President Obama this morning and
he has the exact same haircut! So there, Sister, I was just ahead of my time!
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