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great deal. It was difficult to write to him about my getting married. After I received his kind letter I realized how much more he cared for me than I ever knew. I've also brought a great deal of sorrow to my parents for disobeying them and getting married. I realize now how I had hurt the very people who loved me when I was thinking selfishly of my own happiness and marriage. My father told me before he went home - since I am marrying even against my mother's wishes that he hoped I would be happier and have a worthier life than anyone else of [[strikethrough]] my [[/strikethrough]] our family.

An old lady told me once recently that life brings many changes. I wanted this experience. Day by day I am growing up. It is very different from a childish or girlish dream of reality. I guess it is more of facing reality. Allen is a kind, lovable person. He has gone through a great deal in his past.