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Show Marriage, Motherhood, and Migraines 119 She was very concerned about her father, Barnard, who had heart disease. Sometimes he and her mother stayed with the Silvers; sometimes Madelyn went to Salt Lake City and spent days looking after her father. Here are typical statements about Harold: August 6. August 9. Oh, I pray that the love and understanding that exists between us now will last forever. Harold came [to the ranch] about nine. It is always such heaven to be in his arms again, and he is so affectionate to me. August 10. glorious to have Harold again, and to belong to him so completely as I do. It is Madelyn also enjoyed nature: August 13. August 17. I went for a long walk toward the east, and was thrilled to see a kingfisher, bluebird, humming bird, and some tiny sage thrushes. Sunday [at the ranch]. This has been glorious day with Harold. He is so brimming full of love that I am uplifted to the skies and live the best that is in me. It seems I haven't a disagreeable thought while I am with him. Madelyn's baby Elizabeth captured her thoughts: August 4. August 5. August 9. August 14. August 15. Today my little girl is three months old. She is growing so plump and smiling. Today I tied the cardboard splint around Elizabeth's arm to stop the thumb sucking. This day Elizabeth rose to a sitting posture in her buggy. She is growing so strong. Elizabeth is so adorable. As she nurses she light ly touches my hand, rolling the tips of her fin gers lightly over it and then pressing it with her rose-petal palms. Elizabeth looked prettier today than I have ever |
