Dear Syd.,

Many happy returns of the 12th . I hope you will have a little spot of something to celebrate but don’t overdo it- go climbing trees.

The enclosed card is to let you see our bridge, little stands, and our ...., is still the ...

... the news good. It shouldn't be very warm until you will be home for good, then there will be a big celebration. According to Kitty the party will be something ... special. This is looking better, and all at ..... are well.

Love from Judy.