6 August, 1944
Dear Folks:
Another Sunday and another week has passed. Each one that passes I figure I am just that much nearer to home.
Today I was very busy and I am really tired this evening. So tired that I am going to hit my cot very early. Also, today I bumped into a 1st Lt. that used to be a Sgt with me in tanks on the west coast. I was glad to see that he had also climbed the ladder. It makes me feel good to bump into men like that.
Mother, I surely could go for some of that good cooking of yours. Remember, we always had something extra special on Sundays.
Dad, remember the tank ride you and I took on the west coast? You should have been with me today in my General Sherman. When I get home I’ll have plenty for you and I to talk over. Speaking of coming home I pray that it won’t be too much longer. I also hope that I get some mail before long. I haven’t had any since 21 July 44 and that was when I left my old outfit. I sort of miss all of the old gang. Be sure to let me know if you get the scroll that my junior officers and men presented to me.
I am feeling fine and I hope that all of you are well.
As I told the kids we have some gorgeous sunrises, sunsets and moon.. But the insects and bugs damn near drive one crazy. To top it all off I had a rat in my bunk the other evening and I don’t mind telling you I don’t like them.
Write whenever you have time.
All my love,
Your son, Leo
Cap’t. L.J. McLoskey
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