Box 351,
Hobbs, New Mexico.

26 October, 1945.

Mrs. Mabel Dodge Lujan:
Taos, New Mexico.

Dear Friend:-

I take the liberty of calling you "Friend", because I feel that
you are my friend. When you sent me the good luck thoughts, and sent
my letter to your son, Superintendent Evans, I knew that you are my
friend and I am very grateful!

I had no idea that Superintendent Evans is your son. I have read
of him in your books and you, of course, referred to him as "John". I
feel exactly as if I know you quite well. Nothing could ever make me
happier than to have the privilege of meeting you and talking with you.
Perhaps, some day, I shall get to.

I received a letter from Superintendent Evans, and I believe you
received a carbon copy of it. It made me feel very happy, and I hope
and believe that I shall be back with the Indians before very long.
That is going to be wonderful! After almost three years away from them,
and with the Army, I shall feel so good to be back where I belong and with
the people I love. I know that you love them too, and that is why you and
I KNOW each other.

When you were so kind as to send your good luck thoughts to me, it
did something for me. I received them! You understand me, I'm sure! And
they have given me confidence and a brighter outlook on everything. Please
think of me, when you are not too busy, and always with good look thoughts.
They give me a feeling of sun-shine warmth and a feeling of beauty and confi-
dence.

Perhaps, some day, I can do something for you in appreciation of your
help to me and your kindness. If ever I can, please know that I WANT to.

Wishing for you a trail of beauty and unbounded happiness!