Governor of New Hampshire January 25, 1993
Abbey my dear,
Here we are again. A new job. Are you comfortable yet in the new house? We've been in the farmhouse for so long that moving into the Governor's Mansion must have been a struggle. I'm sorry I couldn't help you more but I've been so busy trying to set up my new government. It's much more work than trying to get a Congressional staff together. I'm also sorry that I haven't been home more often but again closing out the Washington office and staying in Concord was easier than driving back and forth to the farm after late night meetings. Now that we're settled in the Mansion, I'll probably be at supper more often. Well, of course until the Legislature is in session.
I love that you and the girls gave me such incredible support for the campaign. You four have always been my biggest supporters and I really appreciate that. I want you to continue your practice in Manchester but there will be sometimes you will need to First Lady here in Concord. You have a staff now that you can work out the schedule with.
But my term is only for four years and that is really only a short period of time. After this is over, we will go back to the farm and life will resume as normal. I will go back to teaching and you can continue your practice fulltime. I love my family so much. Please always remember that, even when I forget to say it.
Love, Jed