Letter from Frida Kahlo to her mother Matilde Calderón de Kahlo, November 23, 1931 Letter from Frida Kahlo to her mother Matilde Calderón de Kahlo, November 23, 1931 (page 3 of 6)

…the very tall buildings don’t let in enough light.

Ramon Alva was walking around looking up to see the tops of the skyscrapers when some soot fell in the poor guy’s eyes and he was in serious pain. I put some Murine eye drops in his eyes and he’s better now. He’s really funny, that Ramon. You can’t imagine!

Matita told me that they’ve hooked up your telephone. I’m glad, because now you can call las Gordas or whomever you want. That’s much more convenient for you.

How are Kitty and la nena and Antonio? Have you found a maid? Carmela told me that Timo was going to work for you. I hope that’s true. Even though you may have to put up with a few things, she’ll be good. She worked very well for me.

What’s Papá doing? Tell him to write to me. I’m sure he’s received my letter by now.

You can’t imagine how sorry I am to have lost one of my beautiful earrings. I’ll try to find someone to make a replacement…