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Sunday is very little different from any other day in the army in fact I have not heard of any preaching here on Sunday. Our Regt has received their sabers and Colts and Whitney Revolvers which are the best in use we have not receaved any pay at yet. and the men and Officers are very much in need of money probably we will not stay very long here there is some expectations of our being sent to Arkansas if such is the case we will probaly soon see Active Service, which I am anxious to see to try the mettle of the 11th Ills Cavilry. I think we have a good Regt and have no doubt they will make their mark if opportunity ever offers. Suppose Sister A. is married hope she has a good man and will live happy, now if Henry gets married I will resolve to live a life of simple happiness and expect to any how, but there is one thing