2 little Gracie spent a week in Portage visiting all round. I think Davids health is unusually good this summer. about two
weeks ago I had a letter from John he is still in Oakland writing but intends spending two months this fall about the base
of the Sierras We were surprised to see Mary walk in on Saturday very unexpectedly from Madison and she has returned again
this morning she is teaching a class of young ladies oil painting she is in good health and spirits I hope her expectation
will be realized, Anna is still teaching a very pleasant school. Joanna and I are still alone her health is not good at all
3 and she thinks her eyes do not improve any I should like to know what can be done for her. I have been quite sick for
two weeks but have nearly recovered my usual health Three weeks ago I had a letter from your father he is still very busy
making additions to his house and painting it also distributing tracts and he has sent to Bristol for a new supply. We are
still anticipat- ing a visit from you this fall with much pleasure cannot Emma and the baby accompany you. affectionately
your Mother