We have slight rain. I hope it will come down in Hawkes Bay. I hear the bush there has been on fire. When will you be here? Col Moule gives most encouraging account of how matters are going on in your hands. Mr Fox gives one the idea that he has got rid of a mountain of care by having you up there. It sweetens life to hear so much confidence placed in one. Douglas is well. Am yours in haste. Annabella McLean Monday morning.