A Label Too Small: On Being Taken Seriously
When I began this blog sixteen years ago, I stated it was “to put their letters in historical context.” The letters are my grandparents’ WWII correspondence — my grandpa Alex, … Continue reading
March 6, 2026 · Leave a comment
Do you remember how I proposed to you? Oct 8, 1943 (Alex)
In this letter, written throughout the course of a day at training camp, Alex can’t sleep and tells Sylvia about how he went over, in minute detail, the two years … Continue reading
November 7, 2025 · Leave a comment
A Fun Sailor’s Song – September 26, 1943 (Alex)
I’ve been transcribing letters at a rapid pace but deliquent about posting them here on the blog. I’m going to post a few in quick succession without a lot of … Continue reading
April 17, 2025 · Leave a comment
Happy New Year 2025
It’s hard to believe that 11(!) years ago I posted a letter from New Year’s eve 1944-1945. Exactly 80 years ago now. I’m sharing that letter anew today. Since originally … Continue reading
January 3, 2025 · 1 Comment
