We had a big time. The girls came up and helped.

We made cocoa and the men enjoyed it very much. A noisy day and night. There are many sad hearts, brave Mothers. The boy are such brave men. This is the best bunch I have been with.

The men are off. Left at seven and the greatest sight I ever saw. The march lasted about six hours and it was a real treat to sing goodbye and a cheer. The happiest bunch of men I ever saw. God bless our boys. Then we cleaned up and had dinner. Then we went to … Continue reading Wednesday, April 17, 1918

Getting ready to go. All hands busy. The men are glad to go.

The boys had all day at the hut and were glad as they expect to go to the front.

Home again. The place was popular and crowded all the time.

Raining and cold. We stayed in our room till dinner then got on the truck and drove to Neaulen. Stayed in the best hotel. Had a good fire and a warm supper. Then to bed and it was a treat to retire warm. Tired but happy.

Lt. was told that she was to go to another place. All was well but Capt. B. and Lt. were out walking and Capt. Y. and I kept house. It was a great time. They ask me if we are going with them and we want to go.

A busy day. Made pies and donuts. The boys are to leave. We have been out of flour and sugar all week and cooked only what the different ones would bring. It was fine.