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GHQ

B.A in France

Oct: 13:16

My own little darling

To day is a slightly better day. I had an uncomfortable morning yesterday, but picked up in the afternoon. I took Newton down the line & finally to see Cavan, where the P of W. [ST - Prince of Wales] supplied me with milk & stale brioches [underlined]. I had a good night. I am living strictly on diet, chiefly on the food you sent me, and am determined to get quite fit very soon. I am taking a quiet day today, & not going out at all except for a walk in the afternoon.

I have two small commissions for you. Would you send me 1) Another pair of leather bootlaces (2) my gold safety-pin for my tie, which I

I think I left on my dressing-table in the spare room.

I saw Tom Brand (Hampden) yesterday & Hugh Warrender, and a lot of other people. The best man I have struck for a long time is a midget from Dundee who has commanded two tanks, and speaks the raciest idiom.

I do hope you are quite well again, little one, & all the blessings are in their usual robust health. Newton is enjoying himself greatly. I am really mending fast. The visit here seems to have interrupted my convalescence, & no wonder considering the weather & the rush.

Much love to all Your ever devoted

John