For Thou Art with Me (Paperback)

During an exciting air show, Darla, sixty-six, reminisces to a younger family friend, Ernie. She tells him the things he never knew about their friends and family during World War II. We follow the story back in time as Ernie hears of their dreams and tragedies in Mudford, California. Darla wants to be a singer, but the war changes everything. Everyone reacts to Pearl Harbor. We follow the men in her life through their training, battles, and struggles, and learn what these unsung heroes did in their service. Darla also has her life threatened by a jealous girl. Darlaas dreams are not fulfilled. Back in real time, Ernie tries to fulfill one of her dreams. It is a cute and nostalgic gesture, and appreciated. Ernie learns something about himself, as well as about all the guys he grew up around. Darlaas husband has a surprise for her as well.