7.12.57

Written on HSBC Calcutta airmail letter.

Dear Mum, Dad and Alan,

The books have arrived safe and sound and what a wonderful selection they are! Caroline is crazy about dogs and will love the 'Lady and The Tramp' pictures & Margo and I both wanted to read the books sent. (Just one small note please do not use your surname when writing to us, it is Victorian). Margo received your long letter and there was something I wanted to answer in it but for the moment it has slipped my mind. Unfortunately some of our mail has gone astray - a letter from Margo's mother and one of mine & one of Margo's to her - just at the time Adrienne arrived - most annoying. Hope Henry's visit is sucessful I had not realized such a long time had passed since you last saw him. We are progressing towards Christmas - only one days holiday this year - but am looking forward to entertaining Caroline as she did not appreciate much last time. Her double teeth are still on the way and causing a little unsettlement, one has to be very patient especially as she still does not speak enough to tell what she wants, though when understood all is well. It is amazing how intelligent a child of that age can be, and how quick to copy sounds & actions. We still go to the Zoo once a week and I have some more pictures for you soon. This afternoon a 'Sale of Work' at the Cathedral will provide swings and roundabouts and I am in for a little strenuous exercise - Caroline can say 'Dee Daw' (See Saw) all day long and will have a grand time.

Thanks once again for your present and all our love
Margo peter Caroline Adrienne (over 8 1/2 lbs and still hungry)