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Leona writes to Danny as the baby lay on the bed. She remarks how she has to tie his hands so he will not suck his thumbs. In the letter she lets Danny know that Alfie has come home on furlough and that his wife is expecting in February. Leona has…

My darling husband, I ask forgiveness for not writing yesterday. I was busy with the dentist. The doctor examined me and he wants to see me in two weeks. I have a cold and they hope I'll be well before delivery our child. I asked about your furlough.…

Danny asks Leona if the news he read about 65 men trapped in a mine in Bellaire affected anyone she knew. He tells her that he really enjoyed his furlough even though there has been an argument with his parents. He can't wait for the baby to be born;…

There is a black and white photo of her dog, Tippie, enclosed with this letter. Johnnie is home on furlough and the house is full. Leona says that she is blushing as she explains to Danny that she is moody and it may be because she should be having…

Danny feels happier after having read Leona's letter. He mentioned Al Moss, a close friend, who joined the army a month before. Danny wants to go back home soon. He planned to be back home on the 16th of June. Danny sends lovely words for his wife.…

Joining a cadre club for 3 dollars and then 25 cents a month, hope she does not mind. Getting presents for her and asking advice for present to fathers. Hope to get 10-day furlough since there is new rule in camp. "Gosh Leon (sic) if I don't see you…

Danny mentions how lonely he is and that he wishes Leona had gone to AR with him. He is pleased about her good health and that of Jr. He will be celebrating 13 months in the Army and will be returning home on furlough.

Danny expects to return home on Wednesday. He congratulates Leona on her parents moving out and informs her that he was able to receive the sacrament of Communion on Sunday.