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434 October 18 - Thursday - 9:00 P.M. Well Tink: Hells pecker - but of course you've got to be home for Christmas, and I certainly am not giving up hope - You've got almost 8 weeks after Nov. 1st to get your orders, have a replacement sent out if necessary, and be on your way - that ought to be enough time, and if it isn't - demobilize the island- charter a battle ship - do anything - but get home. Well anyhow I know you'll try your damndest - and know you'll try your damndest - and to tell me what our chances are, and I am going to feel awfully deflated if you tell me they are nil. [pg 2] By now I'm at least half way used to the ways of the Navy, so it won't surprize me if there is a stumbling block, but its going to make me madder 'n hell. This has been a glorious Indian summer day, and Wendy and I have been bouncing and happy - two letters from you helped considerably. By the way as a result of a letter from M and F my face is slightly red. Foolishly I suppose, I mentioned the possibility of your getting a promotion, and they took it for granted that you already had it. I don't know whether or not they wrote you, but I wrote them today and explained what had lead me to think that a promotion was imminent etc. etc. so I guess its all [pg 3] straightened out. Quite by chance after lunch I walked outside and saw a man driving a truck up the road. I hailed him, and for 50¢ he agreed to haul away my pile of raking which has been growing steadily since last fall. And what's more said very fine hauler works down at the fire house, and on his off day will be happy to oblige again. So - Mr. J. burning leaves is one job you won't have to be bothered with, but there's still the matter of the falling towel rack in the bathroom, and the tispy slant to the bed. Speaking of beds, just so you won't feel strange, this one squeaks just as badly as all the rest. Item No. I [pg 4] when we’re buying furniture a big, noiseless bed - #343 You are getting my curiosity up with your tantalizing mention of Christmas gifts for Wendy and me - won't it be fun if you are here to watch us unwrap them! Received the roll of film, and took it down to be printed this afternoon. I hope Evelyn Ball does phone. Haven't heard from Arthur Smith, but we may have been out when he called. The Fire Dept's jeep isn't painted red yet - but I suggested it, and the two guys were very enthusiastic. “Making love for real soon” - Oh Boy - #304 The folk song business sounds like fun - Heard Burl Ives the other night. [pg 5] “Personally I don't have it” - (hopes for Christmas). Personally you’d better have it!!! I'm all caught up on letters now thru this one of October 13th Little sweetie fell down and skinned her knee today - she seems to be all over bumps and scratches these days, but she takes them with a smile, and that's what's most important. She's a sweet smidgen and you are going to love her up good and fine. Another day gone by, and we’re that much closer to the day you get home. Goodnight darling - I love you- Bobby
