Friends of Betty MacDonald

Welcome to Friends of Betty MacDonald, the official fan web site for American author and humorist, Betty Bard MacDonald.

On the set of "Mother Didn't Tell Me" (1950) with sister Mary

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Seasonal Designs

Your editors have discovered a site full of Northwest flora and fauna. From time to time, we'll switch to a new plant or critter from the world of Betty MacDonald.

Our first new friend is "lysichiton americanus" aka "skunk cabbage" with its seasonal flower and broad leaves. It is found within the... Continues...

Cathy Bredlau finds Betty’s Letter to 'Hazel'

In honor of Betty MacDonald’s birthday anniversary this March 26th, here is a present for all the Friends of Betty MacDonald. The following is a photocopy of an original letter written by Betty on September 5, 1947 (click to enlarge).

When you read the letter, remember that Betty MacDonald had... Continues...

Bob Heskett Grave Found!

Thanks to Media Coordinator, John Crawford, the web site "Find a Grave" has included Bob Heskett's grave marker at Golden Gate Cemetery on their site. Thanks to Find A Grave for posting a very nice photo of the marker, as well. To see additional images of Bob's headstone, follow the link below.

What you're saying...

Here's a collection of recent reader comments from the Forums and the News.

debbies - Jul 27, 2010 at 10:33 PM

Louise - Thanks for your posts! We have to remember that Betty's books are merely based on events in her life, and not take them too [pardon the pun]...

johnftwa48in - Jun 30, 2010 at 3:23 PM

Hi everyone, I was straightening out my files and came across copies of the articles that Betty and Mary wrote for READERS DIGEST. If anyone would...

johnftwa48in - Jun 29, 2010 at 3:50 PM

I have recently learned that Betty's youngest sister, Alison passed away on December 23rd 2009. My condolence goes out to the family. Alison Bard...

johnftwa48in - Jun 18, 2010 at 1:46 PM

Good question, Mike. I don’t think that the author’s of the articles went out purposely looking for negative comments on anyone. There are not too...

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