Wednesday evening, July 21st
Dearest Jigi,
Gee Honey, bad news...Parents are sorta counting on you being here for the big splash Aug. 21st. So, that unfortunately means – no boat ride. Sorry hon, really sorry...
Craziest thing happened. Last Thurs. nite when Angy, Weaver, Heinz & I went to Ocean Park beach, Stupid me dropped my brand new wallet the twins gave me. I missed it about 30 minutes after we had settled ourselves on the beach, so naturally I retraced my steps immediately. Heinz and I walked to and from the car four times – but no could find. We were practically the only ones on the beach and it was only a short straight walk from where we settled to the car – but no wallet....Here's the sickening part of it all. Up till that Thursday, I had not even 2¢ in my wallet. Then that afternoon I drew out $25.00. Sickening huh? So what do I find when I come home today? A package – yep! my wallet – with of course, every penny gone but – this note (written in a very nice neat hand – a woman's, I think)
Dear Lillian,
You will no doubt be relieved if not surprised to have your wallet back.
I found it near the ocean.
Since I'm relatively new here & “down and out”, I justified taking the $21.00 by assuming a reward.
I'm sure I need it more than you.
Sincerely,
A DisHonest Friend
(she or he left the $2.00 bill [with] my name engraved on it)
How do you like that? Really nice of that person to be considerate enough to return the wallet at least. With so many dissipated drunken bums around that beach I visualized my nice new wallet with all my pictures, cards etc. in the nearest trash can. Now you can have my duplicate licence for $1.00. That's what it cost me – not considering time & trouble.
After the feast we strolled down Ocean Park Pier. Being so late everything was closing up. But we did ride the Bump Bump Cars twice. How I love driving those silly little cars.
Weaver won Ang a huge great big panda bear by knocking off three stuffed cats in a row. Were we all surprised, especially Weaver.... Hmmm ♡ Heinz likes ME!! But he keeps asking me about ME and Kurt, where we went, what we did, how much and how often, etc. He sure has me all pushed out of shape! We're going out Fri. I told him if he asked me out any more I wouldn't go out with Kurt. He said this made him very happy. Men!! You never can tell about them.
Damn it! Don't get involved with any stupid Male...the agonizing anticipation apprehension, anxiety and frustration just isn't worth it! But - - - - - He's so cute and what a skier.
Tonight we had Hom Don from China. Gads, they were like a hunk of rock salt in an egg shell. Never have I ever eaten anything so salty. Couldn't finish mine. So salty it hurt to eat it. I know what you would have done with your egg. You'd dry it, sortta hard, then nibble on it every day like a shuen mooy.
Katie [Boldman] was over the other day. Do address the next letter to her. She keeps saying you write me and not her. She's really hurt by this.
Alberta probably has written you all her latest wedding plans. So you know the date will most likely be in April and not Oct., as mom would like it to be. What a panic to think all those asses there think it's Olly and Al! Ha! Betty & Olly is more like it. Mom & Al have selected the Westwood Methodist Church on Wilshire. It's that beautiful newish-looking church we always pass on the way to Westwood. And the reception will be held in the Beverly Hills Hotel.
Al brought home a gown today. It's exquisite – Simply charming, deah! Ah'm no fashion designer but → this is to give you some idea.
Gee Honey, bad news...Parents are sorta counting on you being here for the big splash Aug. 21st. So, that unfortunately means – no boat ride. Sorry hon, really sorry...
Craziest thing happened. Last Thurs. nite when Angy, Weaver, Heinz & I went to Ocean Park beach, Stupid me dropped my brand new wallet the twins gave me. I missed it about 30 minutes after we had settled ourselves on the beach, so naturally I retraced my steps immediately. Heinz and I walked to and from the car four times – but no could find. We were practically the only ones on the beach and it was only a short straight walk from where we settled to the car – but no wallet....Here's the sickening part of it all. Up till that Thursday, I had not even 2¢ in my wallet. Then that afternoon I drew out $25.00. Sickening huh? So what do I find when I come home today? A package – yep! my wallet – with of course, every penny gone but – this note (written in a very nice neat hand – a woman's, I think)
Dear Lillian,
You will no doubt be relieved if not surprised to have your wallet back.
I found it near the ocean.
Since I'm relatively new here & “down and out”, I justified taking the $21.00 by assuming a reward.
I'm sure I need it more than you.
Sincerely,
A DisHonest Friend
(she or he left the $2.00 bill [with] my name engraved on it)
How do you like that? Really nice of that person to be considerate enough to return the wallet at least. With so many dissipated drunken bums around that beach I visualized my nice new wallet with all my pictures, cards etc. in the nearest trash can. Now you can have my duplicate licence for $1.00. That's what it cost me – not considering time & trouble.
After the feast we strolled down Ocean Park Pier. Being so late everything was closing up. But we did ride the Bump Bump Cars twice. How I love driving those silly little cars.
Weaver won Ang a huge great big panda bear by knocking off three stuffed cats in a row. Were we all surprised, especially Weaver.... Hmmm ♡ Heinz likes ME!! But he keeps asking me about ME and Kurt, where we went, what we did, how much and how often, etc. He sure has me all pushed out of shape! We're going out Fri. I told him if he asked me out any more I wouldn't go out with Kurt. He said this made him very happy. Men!! You never can tell about them.
Damn it! Don't get involved with any stupid Male...the agonizing anticipation apprehension, anxiety and frustration just isn't worth it! But - - - - - He's so cute and what a skier.
Tonight we had Hom Don from China. Gads, they were like a hunk of rock salt in an egg shell. Never have I ever eaten anything so salty. Couldn't finish mine. So salty it hurt to eat it. I know what you would have done with your egg. You'd dry it, sortta hard, then nibble on it every day like a shuen mooy.
Katie [Boldman] was over the other day. Do address the next letter to her. She keeps saying you write me and not her. She's really hurt by this.
Alberta probably has written you all her latest wedding plans. So you know the date will most likely be in April and not Oct., as mom would like it to be. What a panic to think all those asses there think it's Olly and Al! Ha! Betty & Olly is more like it. Mom & Al have selected the Westwood Methodist Church on Wilshire. It's that beautiful newish-looking church we always pass on the way to Westwood. And the reception will be held in the Beverly Hills Hotel.
Al brought home a gown today. It's exquisite – Simply charming, deah! Ah'm no fashion designer but → this is to give you some idea.
It's got a really lovely built-in train in back. Dad thinks with the train, the wedding will have to be very formal, which is true. So, he may insist that the train be cut off. Of course Mom &, I think, Al love the train. Not so much Al, 'cause she wants a small, simple wedding – so she keeps saying. She doesn't want to invite Carol or Dooley, the Young Kids or Chus ←(Mom says definitely yes) or the Hess boys or any of that gang of kids. Says they're too gossipy.
Jigi, Geino finally wrote. Received the loviest note just today. He says, “I can't recall when I've had a more enjoyable time. There's lots of work to do and it keeps me busy from sun-up to sunset, but the good times and sense of accomplishment more than makes up for the trials and tribulation”. More about his 38 little boys, the overnight trips etc. And...“I know you've been hitting the books and that you're all ready to make a 3.5 average on your final exams. Remember we have a date at Ciro's if_____________”. Wow! am I surprised he remembers this. Just the inspiration and motivation I need for these last two damn weeks. Is it OK if I write him now?
Your multi-men sound fascinating. Have you lowered your prices? Which one is Bill now. One of the 3 musketeers? Or is someone else your main fancy now?
Let me know. Love, Lil
[on envelope:]
Have you located Buddy Young yet. Ask cousin Dickie Ho. (S.K. Ho's son)
Hello to Sparky, Ray, all the Fongs & Simmy & Man Kin
Jigi, Geino finally wrote. Received the loviest note just today. He says, “I can't recall when I've had a more enjoyable time. There's lots of work to do and it keeps me busy from sun-up to sunset, but the good times and sense of accomplishment more than makes up for the trials and tribulation”. More about his 38 little boys, the overnight trips etc. And...“I know you've been hitting the books and that you're all ready to make a 3.5 average on your final exams. Remember we have a date at Ciro's if_____________”. Wow! am I surprised he remembers this. Just the inspiration and motivation I need for these last two damn weeks. Is it OK if I write him now?
Your multi-men sound fascinating. Have you lowered your prices? Which one is Bill now. One of the 3 musketeers? Or is someone else your main fancy now?
Let me know. Love, Lil
[on envelope:]
Have you located Buddy Young yet. Ask cousin Dickie Ho. (S.K. Ho's son)
Hello to Sparky, Ray, all the Fongs & Simmy & Man Kin
Summer of ‘54: The Scene | 1: Al: Have I been busy | 2: Jigi: Orchid leis | 3: Lil: Go crazy, kid 4: Wally: Don’t change | 5: Ron: Damn nice of you | 6: Mom: A grand success | 7: Mom: My fashion plate | 8: Lil: Who’d’ve understood? | 9: Jigi: The sexy bastard | 10: Mom: That gleam and glow | 11: Mom: So proud of you | 12: Al: Fast Casanova | 13: Lil: Free coaching | 14: Mom: Simply heartbroken | 15: Al: Most scandalous | 16: Lil: Men!! | 17: Jigi: Gush it up | 18: Mom: Keep it to yourselves | 19: Lil: Bitter today | 20: Lil: Your future brother-in-law | 21: To the convent | The Anniversary Party