Wellington Terrace October 7th 1851 My dear husband I had just finished dinner yesterday and had laid myself down on the chance of a rest as I was very tired having been out all day paying visits when I received your letter which at once put away all my fatigue. I was so happy darling to get it. I intended at once to write you a few lines in answer but Mrs Kirton came in and remained till 11 o'clock which was too late which made me very cross. You know that I dislike to be disturbed at night as it is the only time I can read for I have got a good deal to occupy my time during the day,