#138

Probably mom’s very first letter to the Nice Guy

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Monday, August 13

Dear David -

I miss you… it’s not much fun here anymore without you. You made me very happy when you phoned last nite but I was sad because we weren’t together. I’ve been thinking about how to make it possible. L.A. has no charm any longer. Toronto has you. Realistically, I could get there before Christmas. Regarding a work permit, I have to find someone who wants to hire me and then they apply for my permit. It doesn’t seem difficult.

Please understand that if I come to Toronto I’m not placing expectations on you… well, maybe on us… but, if nothing becomes of us, then I will still be glad I made the change, because change signifies growth and growth is a goal.

Tell me how you feel about such impulsive plans. All I know is that I’m crazy about you and the idea of spending more time with you.

I don’t want to count on you seeing my feelings between the space of my words so, if I haven’t made it clear enuf, you make me very happy and I care about you very much, besides admire & respect you for having the courage to search for Truth. But then, after having found it, for having the courage of your own convictions & for then devoting yourself to the things you found to be Truth. Greatly due to that, I’m sure I’ll care for you for a long, long time.

Whatever happens to this comedy of errors that became the beginning of a sweet, warm, funny, wonderful love affair, I just want you to know that without you, moonlit oceans will never be as beautiful.

I’ll be sending the two T-shirts from Georgio of B.H. soon.

Take good care of yourself. I hope we can be together very soon.

Again, I miss you (& it’s getting worse).

Here’s thinking of you…

Love & kisses,
Joanna

P.S. I have no prints of myself, just negs. but will send a picture as soon as I get some from the lab. (Wednesday)

P.P.S. Say “Hi!” to Daffy & Congolia (if they’re still alive)