Jimmy's mother writes about a dinner party. She continues to talk about mail delays and her excitement to see photos of Jimmy in uniform. After talking about David's cold, she wonders what Jimmy did on his furlough. Briefly she discusses the political situation in Italy then relates changes in voting laws for servicemen in the United States. Lucille has bought Jimmy another bond and plans to send him a box of chocolates.
Jimmy's mother writes about improvements around the house and Billy's new car. She worries about the political situation in Italy and relates a conversation she had with an acquaintance about Jimmy. She feels that tradesmen treat the war differently.
