Dear mother,

Your letter brings me great sadness, such a one that would only be surpassed had you written of my dear grandmamma’s passing. Instead, you say that you are forced to remain in France longer. I shall accept this, but with great disappointment. I wished you would be here for Christmas, mama.

Today, I have a lot of work for school, so my letter will be short, unfortunately.

Your sad daughter,

Little bear.