My sisters were all well when I left England last and so was our dear old Uncle. He is still unmarried and says I am to be his hare [heir] at law so much for that. Dan you see I am have not yet married Miss Douglas. My funds not being equal to hers was the onley reason yet, a good time is coming. Look out for a letter from Captn Barnett from here. In haste believe me Your ever affectionate brother Archibald John McLean