Dearest Mother, 

It is with aching hearts that we think fondly and frequently of our dear, darling mother. It is difficult being apart like this, not knowing where you are or when we will look upon your countenance again, but it warms our heart when we think of the many good times we were able to spend together.

We are doing well, you would be glad to know, though rations must be running thin as we have only had one meal today and it is already 8:30 in the morning. The homestead feels empty without you. Father is doing his best to look after us, but we are suffering from our loneliness and despairing over the distance between us and our most cherished mother. We are unable to sleep, both of us feeling a great obligation to keep vigil for your return.

You will be proud to know that we are being brave in your absence, showing the kind of courage we know you would expect from two good boys. Please return to us, dearest mother. It pains us to think that we may perish before ever gazing upon you again.

We remain devotedly yours, 

Spot and Charles

Postscript: Father has just informed us that it has been nigh twenty minutes since you left for errands and you are due back in the next hour. Please do hurry.