Tucson, November 11th, 1966

Hijos Mios,

This is just a short note to let you know that we returned safely and to thank those of you who wrote- even though your letters were forwarded from Mexico. Now I concede that both of the new Papas are busy helping with the new babies, (or getting in the way) and find it hard to write, however Bill wrote when the “terrible twins” were small and I am sure he can find time to write now, because Lloyd Edward is such a little gentleman. As for Lloyd John, I suspect that he used his spare time playing with Brian Jon, but Brian Jon must sleep sometime, so I know he has time to write. Anyway the rest of you will get much clearer copies next time, BECAUSE THIS IS THE FINAL NOTICE TO YOU DOGONE MCKAYS.

Rina, we enjoyed your newsy letters very much. Yes I guess you were lucky to buy a Chrysler (1957) with 28,000 miles for only $450.00. I was worried about your driving that old Chevie. It was falling apart a year ago. We have put almost that many miles on our “Ugly American” and the more we drive it the better we like it. The Lord was really with us on this last trip. Just before we started the foot accelerator cable broke. When they put on the new one, they found that the carburetor was out of adjustment, which was the reason I could hardly pull the hills on the Oregon trip. Now we have a passing gear and zoomed up those Mexican mountains with the greatest of ease.

Betty we enjoyed your, at long last letter and no, you did not mail Renee’s. It sure sounds like you had a wonderful time on your vacation. It is no surprise to us to know that the girls pitched in and ran the house, because there is no place like Camp to get to know a person. I don’t know just which hearth Mother has planned for us to park our carcass during the holidays, but we have discovered that this little “cot” while cool in summer, is cooler in winter so as far as I am concerned it will be any warm port in the storm- and soon.

David, we would like to know your plans for sure. Are you sure you can come to Tucson next month? Let us know as soon as possible. By the way, Catalina came out second in the football championship.

Marion, thanks for your letter. You might call Dorthy and tell her we waited an extra day in Guadalajara for her telegram. Tell her she owes us a letter. Give us the rundown on David’s plans, if you cannot get him to write.

Mother joins me in sending all our love,

Dad