SAD EYES: 1939 TO 1951 is the story of a blossoming woman, Mary Ellen Murphy, from Waterloo, Iowa. She finds herself stationed at Hickman Hospital in early December 1941, and she's halfway through her honeymoon when the Japanese bomb the fleet in the harbor.She is the right person, in the right place, at the right time to significantly contribute to the war effort. As an Army nurse over the balance of World War II, Mary Ellen helps save tens of thousands of soldiers' lives. Her assistance to Army Chief of Staff John Marshall throughout her journey proves crucial to the war's outcome.Mary Ellen combines excellent physical presence with incredible talent and remains committed to her values throughout her life. She is constantly being challenged with more opportunities to serve her country and prove to others what women can do when given the chance. Join this red-haired, green-eyed, Irish lass who is as intelligent as she is beautiful on her adventure during World War II and its aftermath.