us till you return till I see how he is improved. I am certain Aunty poor body will do him some good in some ways. Many thanks for your good intentions to my old Kate. I wish poor body she was here. You mentioned Anabella's board £60 in your expences. My dear brother is not their plenty growing here for her and plenty for her to do her as well. This would be a blessed place were they once here as all expences would be done with. The ground will produce plenty for us all if I have to manage only 40 acres. I intend to suply your station and others as well. As my beloved nephew says an old sailor can never be at a loss in such a country as this if he keeps his health. With best wishes to you all I remain your ever affectionate brother Archibald John McLean