November 21, 1943

Camp Polk, Louisiana

Nov. 21, 1943

Darling Mark -

Hello Honey,

I’m back now visiting my buddies before they go on maneuvers. I hate like hell to leave them. I’m not bragging but they were glad to see me come back for awhile. I’m sure going to miss them.

Tell Lu my address & let them write so I’ll know their address.

I think about you a heluva lot honey.

Their censoring our mail now maybe I won’t be able to write inside the envelope anymore or sign xx’s but you’ll know if I could they would be there.

Honey I won’t be able to tell you when we move or anything like that or what we do now.

There’s a chance we’ll be over here for 2 or 3 months yet.

I didn’t tell Mom anything about getting ready for overseas. I just told her I was transferred to a new outfit. When & if I get across then I’ll let her know. Honey don’t tell anyone about my outfit or that I expect to go across. It might put me in an embarrassing position if you know what I mean.

How are the newlyweds getting along? Okay – I know. Honey I miss you more everyday. I can’t help it – I just do! You going to send me some small photos of yourself?  Better.

Well honey this will be all for now.

Goodnite Honey!

Please write real soon.

I miss you honey.

All My Love                 Johnny

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