July 24, 2010

Dearest Diary,

It was sheer delight to rest well past morning today. The moment I awoke I was certain my constitution had improved over yesterday. Sister had received news of a most excellent nature and there was little cause for distress. Shortly thereafter, I took my pedal horse for a quick jaunt and then took a dip in the lakes behind the estate. I kept my vow for preparing a new recipe this evening and I have yet to find disappointment in such an endeavour. Tonight's courses were as satisfying as ever. It was then decided that church might arrive a bit sooner for the week, so we hastened to the phaeton and journeyed briskly to the parrish. I was quite taken by the message this evening and found much to employ in the coming weeks. I find such discussions of courting and marriage to be most engaging, if you'd pardon my use of the word. I am certain that such Biblical principals are oft discarded when one considers such betrothals. I am delighted the sermon addressed such principals at present. It was refreshing to hear. Having attended the services this evening, I shall not do so on the morrow...