native. I trust that the Rose will not have left before you get to Ahuriri. Your things have come from Manawatu. The man who brought them up to the house asked 14 shillings for the freight and bringing them up. I would not give it as I thought it was too much but I sent him to see Papa who was afterwards told by the Captain that 10 shillings was all the man should have asked so I suppose he thought he could impose on me. Shall I send any of the things by the 'Rose'? I must now darling conclude for it is time for Mama to get up and I must assist her to dress. She desires me to give her kindest love. May God bless you my dearest husband and believe me ever to remain Your affectionate wife Susan D McLean