Dear Mom,

            I’m in sick bay again (this makes twice now) with some kind of hemorrhoids(?) – nothing serious and I’ll be out in a few days.  I just bummed this stuff (stationary) off the red cross because of late, I’ve become frugal with my money.  Guess what, I’ve got $135.00 on the books now and I’m leaving it there.  I couldn’t spend any money here if I wanted to—nothing to buy.  I’ve been thinking of sending you a hundred for Christmas – you can have it if you want it – but the only way I can send it is if they pay again before Christmas.  Let me know if you want it- and they pay again- you’ll get it.  What I had in mind is letting the M.C. keep it for me then when I get out I’ll have a bundle 4 or 5 hundred plus 3 hundred bonus we’ll get.  If you ever need any money – let me know at once.  (edited for content)  .  Meanwhile I volunteered for the scout-snipers and will go to them soon as I get out of here.  This Weapons Co. is too technical to pick me.  Wrote to Molly today- heard from Henry- Madame X and Jon but not so much from you- what’s up.  Henry’s having a good time- more power to him.  Occasionally I see a good show but that’s all in the entertainment line.  Isn’t that hell about the Japs invading the China coast? Damn. Well mom, I’ll sign off and write again soon.  Say hello to everybody and send me the Press (paper) once in a while will you.  Oh yes I’ve still got 6 of the 7 dollars I’ve had for months.  Write often.

                                                                                                                        Love,

                                                                                                                          Bun.