July 14, 1947

Forest Park Avenue, Valparaiso, Indiana

Sunday

Dear Doc,

I find myself suffering from a phobia.  Overtime a plane flies over I keep hoping it will be you.  I'm being very good and writing you a welcome home letter.  Hope you had a good trip also that you stopped at Valparaiso.  Really Doc, we "Didn't" have a lot of time together.  You must come back.  I am not very happy now that you are not around.  Gosh, Beetle, I do miss you.  Of all damn things, it rained today.  Guess I don't live right.  I'll try and use a bit of mental telepathy and get you on your way back.  I'm telling you it will not be easy for you to leave.

Say when will I get some flying time in?  K-2 reporting.  Boy was I a dope, that isn't a very good start,, should at least be K-1000 WX.  So there, You must realize how anxious I am to get some flying time and you will dash right over.

It was fun having you around, as though you did not know.  Right now it is too damn quiet and lonely. Elinor and Carl are gone to the movies I guess.  Why are you not here?  I'm asking you.  I have no one to take care of the records.  You are such a good record changer, especially when you forget to put the arm of the machine on the record.  Not once, but several times.  All is forgiven.  I was worth the kiss.  Do I shock you, Beetle?  Right here I promise never to call you a beetle again.  I'm sure you must know.  remember there are many species of beetles.  It is a very interesting subject.  Pardon me time for a bottle of Millers, first one today.  See how good I have been?  Just because you are not around.  I really don't like it.  So please stop off on your way back.

I have been having a terrific time recuperating from our trip to the big city. How are you feeling, Mr. Wrigley?  It was all worth it.  Best time I have ever had.  Perhaps that can be tribute to the company.  Suppose? Silly question.  Oh, an airplane is overhead.  Guess it isn't you.  And why not?  What can I do so you will stop off.  Of course, if you have not stopped.  You are feeling like a big heel. As it should be.

I could really go places and do exciting things if I could operate this D... thing.  But you'll forgive me won't you?  The only advantage is that you can read what I'm trying so very badly to say.  My brain woks faster than I can type.  That isn't very fast.

You should be here today.  Nothing exciting.. just having you around is enough for me.  Do you think I am eager, Doc?  I'll be honest. I am. What do you think??? I really don't have anything to offer any man. really.  You may think that sounds silly but I"ll not elaborate.  You wouldn't believe me anyway.

I wish Jo could have been here.  She would have enjoyed seeing you.

From the looks of this typing the only asset I have to offer any employer would be my lap.  He could set on my lap and reverse the procedure.  What say?  May I submit an application?

Elinor is going to the city tomorrow and I believe I shall go around.. excuse me along.  Perhaps I may find a bathing suit.  Now will you stop off?

Oh Doc, I forgot.  Thanks million times for leaving your shirt for me.  Gosh I really didn't think you would.  Much as I'd like to I couldn't possibly come to Boston to collect.  It was sweet of you and I appreciate it.  You'll never know.  It looks just beautiful on.  You should see it??  That's a question, son.  Boy, am I a dreamer.  But it is fun and I would look very nice in it.  After all, Doc it really takes a woman to that.  So please? Say man just what do I have to do to get it.  I'll join the crew then you'll be sorry.  Boy?  would I give you a bad time....

I must close.  Don't let me tire you.  Can I ever tell how good it has been for me to see you?  I will some time.  When will I see you again?  Let's make it soon. Promise it won't be years again.

Please be careful when getting that fling tim in and remember I have some time to get in to..K-2.  Some record for me but I guess you are pretty used to it.  Tell me, do you kiss all woman in your plane?

Be good and write won't you?

Love,

Precious