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I have done all that I could to try and
get up to Ingleside. – My efforts have been
as honest, as earnest, - but the fates are
against me, and I must needs bear my
disappointment philosophically, if possible. –
And perhaps we will be ordered off too in a
few days. Oh! how tantalizing, how cruel,
my fortune! – Well, if I can not get a
sight of so sweet a place, again, soon,
remembering the place it has in my heart,
how very dear, each one is to me, as friends
more I will not say! -
Speaking of Engagements, reminds me
of a very interesting [couple?] I saw to day ,
I had the pleasure of an introduction to
Dr G. – who interrupted Miss A & self in
midst of a most charming "tete a tete." -
Well! I like to see it. I believe it to be
the most delectable state of existence and
in view of these facts, determine it advisa-
-ble to be placed in the same category. –
Now dear friend, assist me, wont you – can
you not help me, and tell me where I may
find some sweet charmer, who will take
compassion on my unfortunate loneliness and
condescend to soften some part of it by
bestowing her charms and favors where they
can be so heartily appreciated. I promise to
abide by your decision and who ever you
suggest, shall be honored immediately with
my proposals! But pardon my loquacity. [Continues on Pg 1 marginalia]