myself to the idea of going so far from home but if it was Robert, the good he expects, it will make up for a great deal. I am so glad that you have taken the house as it keeps the home together. The grounds are looking very pretty just now. The house no doubt is old and I told Robert that you ought to have it at a moderate rent. You will find the cow useful and produce out of the garden helps greatly in housekeeping. Your old Margret a good faithful servant and should you not require the