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Jan 25 ? a 1856 Dear Mr. Kendall There is quite a disadvantage in being second mate in writing a letter, so far as news is concerned, still I can have the opportunity of putting in my word of remembrance. Remembered you are in word and thought by us. I feel that during the summer you spent with us, I was indebted to you for many a pleasant hour, and many pleasant trains of thought. Mr. Kendall, may I speak freely to you as in days gone by? I want not give pain forgive me if I do. I do not love to think of you without a home, and the ministrations of a bosom friend. With a heart full of tender affection as I know yours to be, may not a part of its wealth be given to the living, without wronging the dead? Is there not room in its recesses for another, who, though she wants not in the least displace her who was to you so tender and true a friend, might she bless you with her love, and receive blessing in return? Do you not feel that the "angel-presence" of your sainted one would rejoice to see you thus? There are many ? and hard natures who would not appreciate a woman's love, and such should never possess it - neither does it seem right that gentler natures, made to love and be loved, should tread the path of life alone. Frankie calls loudly for attention, and I must take my leave in haste. E.S.H. ES Holman