Letter 7 10/08/1952 Scratch Pad, Sock Diamonds, and Missing You

In this intimate, handwritten letter from October 8, 1952, Joyce shares her unfiltered thoughts and daily moments from college life—academic procrastination, social drama, a leaky pen, and a longing for connection with her sweetheart. Set against the backdrop of campus routines and small apartment life, her reflections are equal parts charming, chaotic, and poignant. From swim sessions and Mu Phi Epsilon to spilled coffee and sock diamonds, this entry is a slice of mid-century emotional life at its most tender and honest.

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