Love and Laughter Amidst the Waves of War: A Sailor’s Journey
through WWII in the Pacific.
Mike lived in and around US Navy bases as he grew up. Mike is proud of being a “Navy Brat with 20 years in the US Navy before leaving home.” From college to Service Engineer positions with IBM Corporation and Hewlett-Packard, his business travel took him to Japan, Singapore, Europe and Israel, working with various cultures on business solutions.
A hands-on farmer, rancher, explorer, archeologist, builder. His hobbies, besides traveling, are motorcycling – throughout North and Central Americas (over 200,000 miles on a motorcycle)…
A young sailor in bootcamp unexpectedly meets a young woman as he goes off to war. Their brief encounter in the per-electronic age was the inspiration for a lifelong relationship set in the backdrop of the World War II US Naval Campaign in the Pacific. Submarines and sailors came and went during this thirty month assignment. A few funny moments happened during the war. The Letters written from Pearl Harbor gives a quick look into the effects of the war, on the home front and in the battlegrounds.
I was truly moved by Letters From Pearl. The author has crafted a masterful story that delicately unfolds through a series of heartfelt letters. The characters are richly developed, and the narrative effortlessly transports readers to different eras, making it a truly immersive experience.
A down-to-earth look at life during World War II with the sacrifices and hardships of home life and romance during 1942 to 1945. Real letters written by a sailor to his best friend.
Letters From Pearl is a gripping story that follows the life and trials that people faced during WWII. Mclain’s writing is poignant and evocative, with each letter adding layers to the characters’ development and their evolving relationship. This is a real-life story that grows with emotion and historic facts making it a true “page-turner”
“Letters From Pearl” is an exquisite novel that takes readers on a heartfelt journey through time. The narrative skillfully weaves together the past and present through a series of captivating letters. Each letter reveals layers of emotions, secrets, and a rich family history. The characters are beautifully developed, making it easy to connect with their joys and struggles.
Sid & Clyde (r) 1944
Ted’s Sweet Shop c1946
A kiss for my sailor. 1944
Betty and Shirley Christmas 1942
Merry Christmas 1943. First Anniversary of our meeting
Welcome Home August 1945 Shirley and Clyde
The Upside Down stamp says: I love you
Shirl, Did you get my letter? Clyde
Royal Hawaiian Hotel c1941
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