The bright sunshine of California woke me this morning, and my first thoughts were of you. You will forgive me , darling, won't you, if I wax a bit poetical? Here I'am, an old man, far away from you, who can't help but count his blessings. What a wonderfull life I have. A better family no man could wish for. Marvelous friends, and more love than anyone has a right to call upon. If only my stocks and bonds could guarentee me all the time I want with the ones I love.
It makes me laugh to remember you as a teenager, wrinkling your nose in disgust when I would tell you money is only as good as the uses to which it's put. But now i think you share my feelings. Funny, I have traveled the world over and seen its glories, but no journey gives me more pleasure then the thought of coming home. And nothing tickles my fancy more then the tapioca pudding you make for me, and if you think this is a hint, you're right!
You were such a tiny one, the terrible day your mother died. I remember wondering how in the world I was going to do right by you. Somehow, my darling , through God's grace, we have done right by each other. And now, I have the supreme joy of knowing that you have found real happiness of your own. You've found a man who loves you for what you are - a woman capable of strength and endearing weakness. Knowing that you and Matt will share a lifetime gives me great peace.
Darling one, you know this, but I must say it again. I treasure your love. In the darkest times it has strengthened me. It has made my life immeasurably, truly rich. You are my pride and my joy."
At this point Vanessa put down the letter and finally cried.
William Roerick was a great actor, the memories he gave his fans will always be cherished. He first appeared on Guiding Light as Henry Chamberlain in 1980 and remained on the show until his death in 1995. His presence will be missed.
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