Faraday to Millicent Bence Jones   31 December 1858

[Royal Institution embossed letterhead] | 31, Decr. 1858

My dear Lady Millicent

I am ashamed that the week has almost passed away before my acknowledgement of the kindness which made you join us in your invitation to Jeannie. I knew that she had to decline the pleasure, and that in a hurry, whilst your son¹ waited (ie as regards herself); & then I forgot my part. I hope the next time we shall come & shew how glad we are to have a few friends; a matter which we look upon as very different to joining in society. Excuse your inattentive but very

faithful Servant | M. Faraday

The happiest wishes of the season from all of us to all of you | MF