Sends him a purse, which she asks him to use in remembrance of her.
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Sends him a purse, which she asks him to use in remembrance of her.
Much disappointed that CD will leave home before she returns.
Their letters crossed; she now knows he will be gone for three years, not two; does not know what they will do without him at the Forest, but wishes him well.
Describes the wedding of her sister Sarah and related festivities. She misses CD very much.
Writes affectionately of the good times they have had and of her friendship for CD. Tells him of her forthcoming marriage to R. M. Biddulph.
Shropshire news of relatives and friends.
Apologises for delay in thanking him for the flowers. Has been too unwell to write.
Surprised to hear from Sarah [Owen] that CD has decided to become a D.D., not an M.D.
She has been to a ball or a party almost every night.
Tells him the Woodhouse family will set forth for return home.
Reports on activities in Brighton.
Went recently to Tommy Hunt’s festivities before Lloyd Kenyon joined his regiment.
Hopes Caroline and Catherine Darwin will visit in a week.
Is eager to know all that goes on at the Forest [Woodhouse], Bliss Castle [Maer], and Darwin Hall [The Mount].
Woodhouse news, including going to a play.
She has been spending much time painting.
Had an enjoyable week at "Darwin Hotel" during Hunt Week, with two balls, etc., but missed CD.
Papa has been expecting CD to come and slay some partridges.
Has heard CD has a horse 18½ hands high.
News of family, friends, horses.
Wants CD to come without fail on Monday, and to bring her a small bottle of oil colour, a half-dozen small brushes, and a "juicy" book of some kind.