| Description | Apologies for the late correspondence. Hurt her finger getting over a stile, and it was too inflamed after writing to Mary Anne that she could not continue. Concerned with decision about Post Office. Mr. Kay ill-treated. Wonder what position he will be in with regards to being under Smirke's orders. Whether he will retain his office as Surveyor and Architect in the Post Office or not? Hopes that these events will not affect Henrietta's children's prospects. Trusts that Mr. Kay's previous appointments will insure them for the future. Comforted that the children will at least do better than the other 9/10 around them. Perhaps it was a positive decision and it has avoided Mr. Kay some fatigue with a little disappointment. Passed time since London pleasantly. Old Mr. Franklin nearly deaf and memory impaired by age, but he can spin anecdotes with no problem. Brother in law is a constant source of merriment with everyone. Very fond of John Franklin's younger sisters, who are 'very pretty and pleasant'. The 2nd girl of one is so like John Franklin as to be referred to as 'Johnny'. Mr. Cracroft, although a farmer on a large scale and thickly accented, is intelligent and well informed. House a mix between a farmhouse and gentleman's residence. Covered in roses. Have to go up or down hill to get anywhere (not a general complaint in Lincolnshire). Captain James visits. Is gratified to be once again in his home. The children have a wealth of aunts and uncles. House is always full of company. Obtained 3 braces of partridges from Mr. Cracroft. |
| Sender Location | Keill, near Bolingbroke [Keal, Lincolnshire] |