cold wintry day snowing and blowing a perfect gale while I write I am much pleased to know that David is getting along so
nicely with his work and hope he will soon overcome all his great difficulties The Book you sent me has been a scourse of
very great pleasure to us all in the house A kind Providence watched over you and brought you through those very dangerous
places that you took pleasure in exploring and brought you home in safety to your anxious family I close with kindest regards
to you and every member of your family From your affectionate Mother