Brooklyn in Love & at War

My grandparents' World War 2 Love Letters

The New Baby Brother

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the release of the children’s book “The Phantom Tollbooth,” a book that helps explain some of life’s complications through a mix or fantasy … Continue reading

October 12, 2011 · 2 Comments

Money Grubbing

As the weather cools down and summer draws to an end the company of letters becomes all the more comforting. This letter illustrates the importance of sharing the small, seemingly mundane … Continue reading

September 18, 2011 · Leave a comment

Smoke of my cigarette

Jan 24, 1944 Dearest Sweetheart – I hope this V-mail is the thing to send a sailor – but I guess it is. I’ll also use it to write Eugene. … Continue reading

January 25, 2011 · Leave a comment