were it not in the hands of a young lady whose procrastination in performing the most trifling duties was so very great that she could only be relied on at very distant intervals. I dare not say how many months at times. I was very drowsy riding along yesterday in fact I am so frequently out late when at Wellington that I feel quite mystified and only recover my intellect clearly when I breathe the country air and enjoy the relaxation and ease it affords. You would be delighted with a visit to the Durie's. They are exceedingly cheerful & hospitable. There are not certainly many beauties of scenery yet there is something about the place you