together. I do not believe two have ever been married for eleven months who are as fond of each other as we are. I am certain there is not such a happy wife in New Zealand as me. Before I became your wife I felt sure I would be happy with and I have never since regretted having become yours. It has been a lovely day. Mary and Ellen Paul came up to spend the day and we took a walk by Symmon's farm. You would be quite amused if you saw what a fidget Papa is in lest I should over fatigue myself. I told him one morning I was going down to see Mrs Stokes and about the middle of the day he sent Spiers up with a note for no other reason than to tell me that on no account was I to go out as the road was so slippery as he knew you would not allow me if you were at home. I am sure you need not be afraid when you leave me under his care. He is as careful of me as you were and I am