Dec. 25, 1944

Philippine Is.

Dearest Clara,

Well honey, this is the biggest day of the year, I have a lot to be thankful for, even though I can’t be home to enjoy a nice Christmas with you. I could have had the day off but I didn’t have any place to go, so one of the other boys went in my place. I’ll get my day off later.

We will have a dinner this evening, which I know that all of us will enjoy.

I bet it sure sounded good, when Mom told you that you should worry about not doing much work that week. You need a rest anyway, honey. I’ll sure be glad when you can work for me, you sure had to work hard I know that. Be very careful dear, and I’ll write a letter this evening. Merry Christmas, write real often.

Love to my Dear Wife Clara,

Husband Johnny