Thursday, September 5, 2002
Dear Elaine, Judy, Suzanne, Carlene and Sheila, I am so sorry for your loss. Joyce called to tell me last night. I haven't cried that much in a long time. Your mother was like a second mother to us. She had her own five kids, but always included me and Joyce, loaded us in her rambler with the rest of you, and made us feel welcome. I have so many happy memories of time spent at your house and on outings with your mother. I just wanted you to know how much she meant to me. Love, Tootie
