My Dearest Jessica,
I apologize for the delay in my writing. We have been on a long march but have finally arrived right outside of Bloomington. We are prepared to face the enemy on the 'morrow. It has been a long travel, and nearly a year since we last met our foe here in Bloomington. You will remember that battle of course because of the heroics of then Private (since retired) Jonathan Octeus who so emphatically staked our claim in a personal duel with Private (now deceased) Colin Hartman of the enemy. Private Octeus so galvanized the fellas after his triumph that we were able to claim a victory in the opponent's territory which is a rare occurrence during these trying times.