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Saratoga July 23, 1855
Dear Father and Mother,
It was with pleasure that the last letter from home was received, for we were anxious to know what you thought of the Dr's decision. I trust it is all for the best even though I have to stay so much longer than we hoped. "The heart of man deviseth his way but the Soul directeth his steps."O, pray for me, that "He who shielded and comforted me in the quiet sick room may incline my heart to cling closely until Him now, that I may be guarded and guided amidst? many new trials and