6 Jan 80 Burke, VA Dear Mrs. Kennedy, I don't have much to say that you haven't heard before, from many people, I'm sure. I just thought you might appreciate hearing from another Kennedy in the neighborhood..... I'm sure we have a common branch in the great family tree. I first learned that your husband was a hostage when you were interviewed by Barbara Walters. Please don't think me patronizing when d d say that d was impressed.....I am envious as hell of your courage and strength. My wife, Cathy, and I give you our prayers and moral support. Since we are a Navy family, we have some idea of all that government service entails, and with four cruises as a Navy pilot in Viet Nam, I have a wife who has experienced some feel. of the stress you must now We are with you in spirit, and we also live just 20 minutes from your front door. Here is my offer: if you ever need a place to rest, to get away from it all for a while, or to get a free meal, we don't even need advance notice....we are family, OK? God bless you, Mrs. Kennedy. May your husband Return soon. Sincerely, John, Cathy, Tracy & Joshua Kennedy