September 27, 1916 Dearest Allivon, I know this is not the way we envisioned beginning our new life together and that you must be disappointed in the rooming house. I’m sure with the San’s help, you will be able to find a suitable apartment in town. Perhaps after the month of complete bed rest, I will be able to join you and we will set up housekeeping as a married couple ought. The bed rest cure is absolute, I’m afraid. We are not allowed even to read or write letters, and certainly, I will not be allowed visitors. This means, my darling, that after this brief correspondence, we will not have contact until November. Please know that I will be thinking of you every minute and send you all my love as solace during this estrangement. ...
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