This card was from 1980 and the note on the back refers to Dean and my trip to the Chetek cabin for our first vacation together. By this time Grandma had moved in with John in his trailer in Plano, Illinois.
It’s Your Day Granddaughter 
Dog on inside cover 
Dona! and that makes it important to those who love you. Happy Birthday Dear, with love, Grandma and John 
Hope you enjoyed yourself in the quiet of the lake, squirrels, birds and bees.
This next card was probably from 1983 because I spent a few days with my Grandma and her partner, John, on my way from Pittsburgh to Elgin to drop off the cats for some reason or another — maybe Dean and I went to San Francisco that year? It was not the most direct of routes, but it enabled me to see her in her home. I think it was the only time I went to Plano, Illinois to visit her and John.
For a very special granddaughter 
…who is loved so very much! have a wonderful birthday! With love — 🙂 Grandma and John. 
Dear Dona,
It was so nice to have you with me for those few days. I’m sorry but gift will not be ready for your birthday, How about for Christmas? Having a bit of trouble finding the right kind of material
Clutch Cargo Lips 