Sat. Oct. 23, 1943

Dearest Kitten

This will only be a short letter because your husband is dead on his feet. I have had two hours sleep since 5:00 A.M. Friday morning.

After writing to you yesterday, I had to get the boats fixed up and then was busy with the Lt. on our time schedule and figuring out our navigation.

We went down to the boats at 11:00 P.M. and got back at noon today. All afternoon I have been busy seeing that the men clean the boats up properly.

Now for some good news. Our furloughs are starting. The list of men who leave the 26th is posted. Just when I will get mine is still a secret. Just keep praying that it may be soon.

I love you Sweetheart and always will.

Due to my being so sleepy I will close and write tomorrow.

Regards to everyone & kiss the babies for me.

I love you!

Your Loving, Devoted, & Faithful Husband

Bob

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