2 ½ years later
Dear Will,
I'm sorry my letters have been so succinct lately. Our son, James as he goes by, has been keeping me very busy. He has learned to crawl and say two words. He recognizes me as "mama" and your face as "dada." Yes, I managed to find an artist that was able to paint your portrait by description. I bought it for Christmas; it's excellent!
Every day I seem to meet more people that think highly of you. They have seen your handiwork in the past and respect you much. You will have a good place in society when you return.
The heartache is still great, but our son brings joy as great! When I watch him, I see in him a union of our souls, and I am able to have a little piece of you through him.
I will love you forever and wait for you for (the) 8 ½ more years. Until then…
Love,
Elizabeth