16 January

Dearest Eddie,

I’ve been waiting for news from you but so far none has been forthcoming. How are your and what do you hear from Connie? She will probably take the ship trip now, won’t she? I do hope she arrives soon, so soon. I know the anguish you are experiencing, but remember – it is just as hard on her.

Do hope you are taking it easy and not spending all your money. Did you find a place in Holyoke? I’m praying for you daily. God bless you my big “brudder.”