Visual Entertainment from Near and Far
January 1970
Hi
This is a great spot – everything very slow and relaxed! We only wish you and the boys were here, too. Not much surf, so even I am enjoying the sea. Bill goes to Montserrat (another island nearby) tomorrow to stay overnight so I hope to get my Christmas cards done.
Love, Mom
March 1984
Dear
Arrived here at 4:00 am this morning and slept a bit. Spending the day reading and resting. On my stopover in Singapore (8 hours) I took a day room at the Hyatt got my hair cut, bought Alicia’s blouses and slept 2 hours. It is sunny and warm here. Tomorrow I go to Katherine.
Love, Bill
The Top End is the common term used to cover the part of the Territory north of Mataranka. It has a rugged beauty, enhanced by rugged escarpments and spectacular waterways.
Summer, 1978
Dear
How is life? I meant to write to you earlier but have been so busy looking after my brood with no nanny and steward!! I have almost finished shopping. We are arriving on the 18th Sept by lunch time. My husband has gone back. This summer he was coming going all the time! Next year I will not allow holidays with business!
Remember me to all, Manju
This close-up view of the forecourt of Buckingham Palace, in St James’s Park, captures a moment in the daily ceremony of the Changing of the Queen’s Guard. It is a colourful occasion much loved by Londoners and visitors alike.
August, 1983
Dear
Got back to Jakarta last last night. Off to a meeting now. All well will write and try to phone this weekend.
Love, Bill
December, 1966
Dear
This is to hope that your Christmas is a little merrier this year and that the New Year will hold many new joys for you. Thank you for the beautiful holiday greeting that you sent me, it was the first and only one I have gotten so far. My family send its love to you and your family. I hope you will write me again soon.
Love, Lora
November, 1969
Dear
Greetings from Rio and Copacabana Beach.
Love, Bill
March, 1975
Greetings from Vienna
It is indeed a beautiful city and this morning I wandered round some of the old bits behind the Opera House and St Stephen’s Cathedral. The air is so fresh and the trees are still in their spring greenery.
I did enjoy meeting you both and having the freedom of your home. Very many thanks for your welcome and hospitality, and I don’t forget so let me know if you are to be anywhere near Aberdeen.
All good wishes to you.
January, 1970
This music is just great – last nite we went to a sort of calypso concert… I got me a new bathing suit and some white slacks. Dresses are really short here! Tomorrow we’re off to Madrid. Brrr.
Love
The steel bands, like the calypso singing of Trinidad are world famous. The instruments fashioned from tops of steel drums and other discarded pieces are capable of rendering fine music under the skillful fingers of local players.
July, 1965
Dear
It was so good talking to you. We received your good letter today. I’m taking the train back to Wisconsin tomorrow evening. New York has finally cooled off a little bit – hope Camp has, too! We have seen two plays and three very funny movies. I bought books to take as presents. Some for you too. Do you like this card? It is by a famous painter. He likes bullfights!
Love
February, 1996
Greetings from Sydney!
Such a beautiful city – and weather’s so pleasant. Have I written to you from Melbourne? Hope so. Thanks for your letter and picture.
Happy Valentine’s Day
Love
Postcard Buzz 