France-Monday

Dec. 4^th

Dear Catty,

Nothing much has happened since I wrote last; but since I have plenty of time today, I thought I’d write you a page or so.

I never, or rather I should say, seldom mention the war situation; because you can read a more elaborate account in the daily papers, those I’ve allowed to tell. Our censorship restrictions are much more severe than the newspapers and radio.

Its been pretty cold the past few days, and whether its cold, warm, or the sun is shinning, its still – you guessed it- raining! I believe the infantry could make better progress with a club-foot shaped shoe. Ha Ha. The situation here reminds me of January 1937. Remember?

I’m still playing bridge almost every night, and see a movie frequently. We’ve had some good shows this past week. But I’d already seen some of them. “The Merry ?” – “This is the Life” “Once Upon a Time” “Mr. Winkle Goes to War” – “Hairy Ape” – “Old Oklahoma” – “Gaslight” – “Christmas Holiday”; and a few more which I can’t recall. I might have told you about some of these my previous letter. But I can’t recall the exact day that I wrote it. Incidentally I haven’t received a letter from you for over two weeks; so you can see why I lack subject material. Ha Ha.

I was supposed to get some good perfume Saturday, but the “guy” didn’t get back from Paris. He’s due Wednesday, so I hope to get a couple of bottles then. I’m trying to get ?-Shalimar ,or have I told you this previously too? I have a list of all the good brands, so I oughtta be able to get one of them before I leave France.

I haven’t received any packages to date, but have been “mooching” from the other lads, who have. Ha Ha. Nor have I heard from Hays yet.

I’m feeling great Cattie, and hope you’re all ok too. I’d give anything to be home for the holidays, but of course, I know that’s impossible. I hope all of you have a Merry Xmas though and I’m sure you will.

Ma told me that [edit] was in town. I don’t suppose you’ve seen her have you? I told [edit] that she was a lot of fun, but hardly the type for my wife to associate with. It’s awful to say such a thing about one’s family, but MA agreed with me, that I should tell [edit].

I think I’m going to enjoy a few hours of your favorite pastime pretty soon. Every time I look in a mirror, I see indications of another filling. Need I say more? Ha Ha.

We’re getting an unusually large liquor ration this month from the British NaaFJ. (special service) two bottles of cognac, three wine, one scotch, one champagne, and one gin. The “works” cost us $16.96! Ill no doubt use the wine, but I think I can manage to get rid of the remainder. I only had one quart of scotch, and one gin this month.

Well “Cat”, I guess that’s about all for now. Tell [edit] hello, and write more often, ?

(sorry, but I don’t know any new jokes!)

Love-

Irb