first time I have been out for ten days as it has rained almost constantly. I do not think I ever saw such a continuation of rain. You said in your letter that you hope I am happy. I am sure I would be very discontented if I were not so for I have every thing that I can wish in this world. I enjoy good health, I have a kind father and mother, and in you I have a friend on whose affection I can place the greatest reliance but I fear I too often forget Him who has given me all these blessings which I do so little deserve and how sinful I have been often to murmur and grieve for some trifle when God has given me so much to make me happy. Why did you ask me to forgive