Letters of a long forgotten past: chapter 2

Dear mother,

I will be quick and tell it to you as painlessly as I can. I know we don’t ever really talk anymore, and I am sorry for that. In these troubling times I have decided to enlist as a soldier in the war. I would have told you sooner, but I was honestly afraid of your reaction. I hope you’re not too disappointed with me. I love you, and therefore I need to keep you and all of my other loved ones safe. I am sorry.

I hope you can forgive me, to all of your safety.

Your son, Robert Alpin

Dear son of mine,

I am indeed upset at your lack of trust in me. I had hoped you’d feel comfortable enough to talk to me. But about more positive news. How are you and your girlfriend? What was her name, Emilia? Are you leaving her all alone in your apartment? Will you be having kids? Is she maybe expecting already? I apologize for asking so many questions, but you haven’t written me in a while. If you two find the time, answer me please? I love you my son and I am so prod that you will protect this country, making it a better place to be and to live.

To your safety and potential fertility to your girlfriend.

Your mother, Magret

Dear mother,

I will, as requested answer your questions, even though I feel they are a bit intrusive. I am sorry to upset you by not telling you about my decision, I truly am. My partner and I are ok, we are both quite upset to have to be split like this. We don’t live together, so I can’t actually leave anyone alone in “our apartment” because there is none. I don’t think having kids right now is a good idea, as it is neither safe nor appropriate environment for children. My partner isn’t expecting for the reasons above. I am happy that you support my decision to enlist.

To seeing each other in a better world.

Your Robert