January 26, 1945

	England 26 Friday My Darling Wife! Happy Birthday Darling!! Have really been lonesome for you all day – that picture really has me – It’s so darn nice – I’m in Love with it! I Love You Darling! Reviewed a lot of mail today- all {Actodin?} stuff – heard from Earl Palmer (Believe it or now – and furthermore I’ve already assumed it! Surprise!) also had letters from Bill & Edna & “Uncle” Barbe! Earl sounded a bit down hearted – but after the time he’s spent out there I don’t blame him! Old Bill is really the guy though – he says he’ll never forget how I looked when I turned & waved
	goodbye to them – he really impressed me, and naturally he had to tell me of all the stuff he has son the last couple of months playing Bingo! I Love You Honey! There still isn’t anything exciting happening around here – same old Routine day after day – but It’s a heck of a lot better than the front – there’s a good warm bed here & they don’t eat C Rations! Am still waiting & hoping & Praying t that I get back home!!  I Love You Darling! Goodnight Honey – take care of yourself & baby!  God Bless You! I Love You! Loads of Love & Kisses Johnnie