my letters are to sanguine on that head but I can assure you I forsee the great good in it for us all. Keeping what is spend on others among ourselves would amount to something independent and hansom in time. Tell my dear little Dugald that his Lala Mouts is doing very well and will be a nice poney for him when able to manage her which will be afore long. I [am] certain he will do better at school than at home. With regards to John and Jessy and Aunty. Hoping to soon hear of her at home and once more comfortable. I remain your affectionate brother Archibald John McLean