and kind Papa. Few are so well favored by Providence in that respect as you are, and I trust that you will not neglect to acknowledge the various blessings the Almighty bestows upon you. Without His aid what are we my dearest pussy but perishable mortals liable every moment of our lives to be called into eternity. Let us then study to imitate the mild, the reconciled and the delightful Christian spirit that poor Mama so pleasingly exhibited on her bed of death. We may not have the same warning but we have had from that sorrowful event due notice given to us that we should at all times be prepared to follow to that happy world where earthly sorrows are at end. I must