Wednesday morning

July 19 1944

My dearest Elizabeth,

Well, it looks like we might be starting on our way, now as they have received our orders and I begin processing at 0930. I’m not sorry though as this life of leisure was beginning to get me down. Also, I can use the travel pay that we should receive today or tomorrow.

I still have this hay fever condition, and in this hot humid climate, it is pretty worrisome. I’m hoping that I can become acclimated and possibly get rid of it. Do hope you’re not still having that nose and throat trouble. Let me know if you decide to have the tonsils removed. It really isn’t as bad as you’ve heard.

Darling, I cherish dearly those hours we spent together and hope you feel the same. Have thought of you, dreamed about you, and missed you more than words can express. I am praying that you will understand and remove all barriers that obstruct our road of happiness. Nothing means more to me than your love. Please don’t keep it hidden away in your heart forever. I’m trying to build our future on those few words you spoke, but find it so difficult to convince myself that you will still care, when I have so little to work on.

I don’t know how long I will stay in the States, and there is an order here that there would be no fewer granted. They say there may be some chance of stop over on cross-country flights, but I’m afraid to count on it. Are you still thinking of coming down here? I wish you would, for it would be like another vacation. There are beaches, parks, night clubs, and most anything you want to do around here. It’s quite different from the entertainment (?) facilities in Ole Virginny. I will be hoping to see you here soon. How about it?

Honey, I guess I’ll have to close for now, as it is about time for me to go to processing. Still haven’t heard from you but I’m hoping there are letters on the way. Be good, stay sweet and lovely as I always remember you.

All my love,

Jimmy