January 15th, 1945

Dear Bea,

That's great to hear Jack's starting to do better, Bumblebee. And I'm sure you're managing great. That's interesting about Betty, though. I thought she was the one that never quite got on well with Jack. You'll have to keep me posted on what happens there.

I'm glad you made it into the City, and that you all enjoyed yourselves. Especially Jack. It's actually a huge relief to hear he was laughing. I know Mom's been real concerned about how down he's been since coming home, so that's so good to hear. Christmas wasn't bad here. We were on a mission this time, so we weren't really able to celebrate the same way we did last year, with some of the other troops. But it was still nice enough, all things considered. Dum Dum even passed his flask around in honour of the season. I never thought I'd see it, Bea. The man guards that thing like it was solid gold.

Maybe keep that from Mom. I know she knows I drink from time to time, but I also know she doesn't approve.

And don't worry about me, Bea. Steve's still got my back and I've already told him we've got plans for summer. I think he might be a little worried since I've mentioned it, though I'm not quite sure why. My plans for fun aren't always bad. Are they? Besides, it's your plan. Maybe you should mention that to him. The freezer truck was Rockaway Beach, by the way. And yes, the Cyclone is to blame for Coney Island. Not me. Don't let Steve tell you it was me. Okay, maybe it was me a little.

I can't wait for summer. We're heading for mountains on our next mission, Bea. It's cold enough here at base, but in the mountains? It's going to be freezing, that's for sure. But it might very well be the mission that helps us end the War for good. We're almost there, Bumblebee. I can feel it. We'll be home before you know it.

Don't worry, Bumblebee. Your secret's safe with me. You've kept my secrets, so I'll keep yours. Cross my heart.

Steve sends his love. And he hopes that it is actually you making the plans for summer. Be sure to give Mom and Jack a hug from me.

Love you, Bumblebee.

Bucky

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