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having such an increase of care and Labor on your hands, together with the trial on your constitution from change of climate, and acclimation, and battling with the ague, 'tis not to be wondered at, that disease, which always ravages most when the system is most debilitated, should attempt a triumph - I have felt this a long time - but you have only to feel the truth of this, and live as easily and happily as possible, till your debilitated system is on the mend, then will disease proportionately retire - I don't feel that if you are, or have been, as feeble as your letter indicates that you ought to labor as you have on the farm at Rose Ridge - If you could have reliable and efficient help, 'twould be a different thing. But for once one in your present debilitated condition, to think of doing the work necessary for such a farm - tis folly - You're simply short'ning your days - Were you well, and strong, 'twould make a difference - I've no doubt - you, and Mr. Kendall are much attached there &c. but if you can't with your present health be sure of good help - I say, the quicker you leave for a place where you can live easier the better - I hope you will not think I have spoken too frankly, for I feel that - I must. Let me hear from you again and often as possible - Good-night - with love from your affectionate sister - Mary A Reed written down left and top of page Last Thursday Evening I spent at Judge John Wells - Had a nice time Went up in the cars and home, in his carriage - He has two children