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a dream, and I can hardly realize you were here, except for the deeper love I have for you for making the great effort to come up. You know how I appreciate it, dear, and how I wish I could show it. Mr. M. goes away on a western trip next week and, if he is away and I am at the, [?Glads], I will have you come stay with me. Your umbrella was found at Mrs. Bowen's. Do you remember the day you put in back of the screen? I do.

My cough is better though, the ick has not left me entirely. I had thought of going to my sister's next week but, without an upstairs girl, Mrs. Bowen will probably need me. I take a nap after lunch and feel I could sleep all the time. I suppose it is reaction. I can't get sleep enough and I have not yet gotten used to rising at seven. Sue Kingsley has whooping cough, beyond doubt. A world of love from yours, affectionately, T.W. de.M March 13

My dear friend:

Just a line to say your letter received. Mr. M. told me, last night, he thought he had a tenant for the house and wishes me to move next week. I do not know how far he can force me in this, having missed seeing my ~~~ this afternoon. God only knows where he will take me, and he

positively refuses to allow me to have anyone with me, not even Bella. Naturally, this is startlingly sudden and unsettling and comes at a very unfortunate time for me to bear it. I still live to tell the tale. Don't bring me any china. I won't have need for what I have. Mrs. B., as usual, my

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