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293 June 8 - Friday - 8:30 P.M. My Dearest Darling: I was sure, after Helen received Walter's letters of the 3rd and 4th last night, that I’d have some mail today - but no luck. Walter was expecting to go out any minute on an LSJ. I think - MG officers have no transportation priority. This morning I took care of Dickie while Gerry was at the dentists. It was lots of fun - he and Wendy had a wonderful time together - Am almost convinced that 3-4 years difference between children is most ideal. That way the eldest is old enough to help with the [pg 2] younger, and really get some fun out of it- When two children are close together, especially two of the same sex, there is surely going to be competition - and that's no good. I have another box ready to mail out to you tomorrow. In it you will find 4 yards of brown and white checked cotton material, that I thought might be made into short sleeved pajamas. If you don't think its suitable, please send it back, because all cotton material is very scarce. There are also fixings from Wendy's party, the strawberry jam and a package of tobacco. I know you really don't need that last, but it was fun for me to get it for you. In their letter last night [pg 3] M and F asked what I thought you might like for your birthday. I suggested a check to be earmarked for some civilian clothes, whenever that happy day comes. If you have any other idea, let me know, and I'll pass your suggestion on. We’re going to have a lot of expenses all at once, and it probably will be good to have a sizeable lump sum, that you can go out and spend on yourself without having to think about it. Meant to tell you a while back not to bother about those characters for Bev - I'm sure she's forgotten about them already. Wendy lost her shoe downtown again. Special Man - [pg 4] 9:45 P.M. Two letters this time, and when I went down to the Post Office just a few minutes ago, another one - your note written after receiving the EFM - I sent it the morning of the 30th here in Carmel, and was delighted to hear that it made such good time. At the Office they said it would take two days to two weeks. #241 - A terrifically long letter which I've been thru twice already. Sweety, I do hope your ear is better, an abscess must be very painful. Of course I'm a little anxious, and will be waiting for your next letter. I hope the mail isn't delayed any more. We did talk about you a great deal, but certainly didn't want to give you [pg 5] an ear ache! Your notes on Walter are delightful, and bear up my own impressions. I don't think MG wives ever did have a careful attitude - and husbands writing as Walter does don't help any. “…mighty happy for the next 30 years.” That's understandable - I think just about all the MG couples are older than we are, and far be it from Walter to think of anyone being in a different position than himself. I don't want to be cheated either sweety! Pierre (it's a wonder his ears don't burn, or do they?) is my most favorite weapon, lethal or otherwise. Are my curves lush? I've never [pg 6] really thought about it, except to wonder why the hell I never can keep a bra where it belongs. Walter and Scott are inseparable - I think he even has designs on a top position. I don't doubt that he's a good salesperson - he manages to elbow his way into anything, and will never take no for an answer. Yes, I've heard various stories about Vardaman and his wife - there was a column about him in Time several weeks ago. I thought you’d probably get the itch to transfer after your little trip, and am no little relieved that your not going to. Besides selfish reasons, sweety, you just don't realize how well off you are, or do you? I don't know [pg 7] what you hear about Casa out there, but its an acknowledged mess. Your work in the field wouldn't much matter - most of the execs. are stiff shirts, and there is a terrific amount of discontent. You wouldn't get into the planning of an assault - more likely physical training and language. Now the men seem to report in the morning, and are free for the day - just waiting around bored and scared; As an MG junior officer you've got the best deal possible, and are the envy of other (jg's) I've spoken to. Stick by it sweety, and see what the next few months bring. If you keep quiet and don't ask for anything, in the long run you are apt to get a better deal all around. Do you mind me [pg 8] speaking out this way? I'll see what I can do about ordering “The Honorable Picnic”. Will also phone the freight depot about your books. It promises to be quite a job. I'm glad you enjoy writing me long letters, darling I love receiving and reading and rereading them. Mummy wants too - Oh how much she wants - #240 I'm glad you wrote more about Mrs. Johnston - she sounds like a very interesting person. Our love for you is big and strong too, darling, and we’re hoping real hard that the strength of that love will bring you home to us soon. Its got to. Sweet dreams - and a good night hug and kiss from mummy and our little sweetie- Bobby
