[ WP ] Write a soldier 's journal entry on his first day at war . Then write his last journal entry .

*June 9th, 1939* 
 
 Hey Ma, 
 
 I finally found some time to write you. I'm sorry I could n't get a letter out to you earlier - they've been pushing us real hard out in boot camp. How's Pa doing - is the farm still going strong? I heard James finally proposed to Lilly, give him my warmest regards. 
 
 So I was thinking, Ma, and if I could've brought anything personal with me, it'd have to be one of your quilts. I've heard it can be pretty cold out on the Western front, especially compared to Missouri. I think I'll be fine though - I remember how cold it was when we visited Uncle Freddy up near Canada. I'm sorry I ca n't get letters out now, but I swear I'll right out everything that happens to me, so I can tell you all about it and grand detail when I get back. 
 
 Love, your son, 
 Billy
