first fortnight we came, and the real rains begin in June. This is another reason for going home without fail next year—that the country may leave a favourable impression, or at least its most favourable impression.
I have taken a much wiser line this time—never walk, nor ride, nor move about at all, but just read and write and keep cool; and then all the sleep that was due to me for three years’ marching I am paying up now. It is so pleasant to have a good night. I shall always respect marching for making me like Calcutta, and making me feel the advantage of a quiet room, with books and tables and chairs all clean and in the same place every day.
God bless you, dearest sister!
George and I came up on Thursday. We have heard to-day that the ‘Conway.’ has got to sea and the wind fair, so now they may be at Singapore in about a fortnight.
I dare say it may not be the fault of Barrack-
