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Francina Elizabeth Cox Greer King Diaries
Ms 3054 August 24 1859 - October 10, 1862

1859
August 24th Thermometer this morning at 65, at twelve 73, at three 77, a cloudy morning, a bright afternoon; several called during the day; Mr. Moore sent me word to meet him at Mr. Brewer's to see if he could tap Miss Betsy, Mr G and myself went before four o'clock, but found her too feeble to be tapped; Dr. Moore lanced a rising on Julia's neck (Dick's negro) wrote three notes to Mattie received two from her; recid a letter from Olivia L. Porter; read five chapters in Ezekiel; finished reading Rifle, Axe, and Saddlebags by W. H. Milburn, like it very much, at least part of it is very good; the name of the book has reference to the early settling of the western country, the rifle for hunting and protection from the indians, the axe for clearing and building, the saddlebags for the preachers to carry clothes and books; I feel so much for Miss Brewer, she is so anxious to be tapped and have it over, and really she can't live as she is; if she is not able to bear the tapping, she can't breathe long as she is; yet "all things do most assuredly work together for good, to them that love God"

August 25th Thermometer this morning at 63, at twelve 77, at three 78, a fair day, Dr. Graham called this morning, Col. Billups called this afternoon; Ma and Eva Harrison called at the gate on their way to Atlanta; I went to town this morning, Miss Sarah Frierson went with me to make some calls, called on Mrs. Walker, Mrs. Hill, Mrs. Scudder, Mrs. Mays, Mrs. Gerdine, Mrs. Bishop, Mrs. McClusky, Mrs. Sue Taylor, Mrs. Jane Taylor, Mrs. Morton, dined with Mrs. Stone; after four o'clock, called on Mrs. Dent, Mrs. Pelina Harris, Mrs. Hammond, and again on Mrs. Stone as some ladies called there to see me; came home about sundown; after supper Mr. G. and myself went up to see Miss B. Brewer found her worse don't think she can possibly stand it many days, would not be surprised at any time to hear she was dead; wrote a letter to Oliver Porter this morning; received one from Mrs. S. E. Sessions; read one chapter in Daniel, feel very much fatigued tonight can write no more.

August 26th Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 77, at three 80, a fair day, wrote a note to Mattie, recid an answer; Mr. Colt and some four or five other gentlemen here this afternoon, a traveler and A Tennille here tonight; I spent the morning with Miss B. Brewer, and went there again at four o' clock, and came home at dusk, think it very doubtful wether she lives through the night; wrote to Ma tonight, I promised to have a letter in Atlanta when she arrives there and as I may have to go to Mr. Brewer' s before day, think I had best write tonight, read one chapter in Daniel.

August 27th Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 80, at three 84, a fair day. I spent a few minutes with Miss B. Brewer this morning, think she is some better, or rather more quiet; Dr. Moore being absent she has to do the best she can, I have been giving her medicine two days; several gentlemen called during the day; W. Billups dined here; Mrs.
Fannie Barnard, Mrs Hennie Huges, and Mrs Kate Moore here this afternoon; they all seemed cheerful and I really enjoyed their company; read two chapters in Daniel, wrote several prescriptions for Miss B. Brewer.

August 28th Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve, at three 80, a cloudy day, sprinkled several times, All of us went to Big creek to church heard Mr. David Patman preach from "This is a faithful saying and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners; of whom I am chief." I thought did very well indeed with it, it was really a predestination sermon, or election and adoption, but it was true and the truth is mighty and must prevail; then communion and feet washing; there was a great crowd, not half the gentlemen in the house, and I suppose not half perhaps not a fourth of the negroes; Mrs. John Thomas and some fifteen or twenty gentlemen called here as they returned; Miss B. Brewer sent for me after I came home, so I went up and staid half an hour or more, found her about the same I think; read through the Index this morning before I went to church, and eight chapters in Daniel since I came home; wrote two notes to Mattie, recid one from her; wrote a note and prescription to Ann Brewer. "Are there no foes for me to face? Must I not stem the flood, Is this vile world a friend to grace? To help me on to God?

August 29th Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 77, at three 73, a rainy day; several called; Mr. G. and myself rode up to see Miss B. Brewer this morning, found her much worse, she may stand it a day or two, but I rather think she will not live through tomorrow; read three chapters in Hosea; received a letter from Eva Harrison, wrote one to her also a note to Miss M. W. Heard, one to Mrs. L. E. Daniel and one to Mattie; Mr. G. complaining more than usual today, Net and Caroline both complaining. Just as I finished writing I recid a note from Mattie; and a letter from Dr. Ben Harrison of Ala. to Eva and Rough Harrison, announcing the death of their father; he died the 19th of this month; I feel happy to think he died at his brother's house and had every attention; but feel very much for the children; poor children, their father, mother, two sisters and a niece and nephew in fourteen months; surely it is the most singular dispensation of providence I ever heard of, and now Eva is in bad health, have no idea she will live twelve months, Be pleased gracious father to bless those poor children, teach them thy law and thy commandments; fit and prepare them for eternity; let them be ready to live or die as thy wisdom dictates; and may it be the means of making us all love and serve thee, let us feel that we too must die, "All men, think all men mortal, but themselves," if we could only feel that we are mortal, that we must die, I am persuaded we would live a different life; O that I could feel, thy will be done.

August 30th Thermometer this morning at 63, at twelve 70, at three 74, a fair day; several called; I spent two hours or more at Dick' s this afternoon; found all well and seeming to get on well; after supper Mr. G. and myself rode up to see Miss B. Brewer; think she is not so well as she was yesterday; read one chapter in Hosea; wrote a letter to Mrs. A. J. Porter, one to Miss Lizzie Craige, one to Miss R. Richardson; and a note to Mrs. L. E. Daniel; commenced one to Mrs. D. Sessions. Mr. G has been some better this evening, but quite sick all the morning, and untill after five this afternoon; Net been in the house all day, but not in bed; Fannie still laid up with asthma; Caroline complaining; recid a letter from Ma, a whole page, I guess she has not written so much at one time in some years; so I prize it very highly.

August 31st Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 73, at three 72, a cloudy day; I spent the morning at Mr. Brewer's, thought Miss Betsy could not live through the day; Mr. Brewer sent for me in less than two hours after I came home, I went and came home after sundown; Miss Betsy died ten minutes after five; I feel very much for her old father 82 years old, though he has two children, both keeping home, and her daughter, poor child, have no idea what she will do; being without a home and having been indulged from her infancy; read two chapters in Hosea, wrote a letter to Ma, a note to Mat, recid one from her

September 1st Thermometer this morning at 67, at twelve 76, at three 79, a fair day; Dick, Mattie and Rough called this morning and went with us to Mr. Brewer's to the funeral, preached by Dr. Spear, he read the 90th Psalm, preached from, "It is appointed unto men once to die," I thought a most excellent sermon; Had more hearers that I expected; Dick, Mattie, Rough, Mr. and Mrs. W. Brewer dined with us; read eight chapters in Hosea; been making preserves this afternoon, and fixing up flowers and flowerseed for Mrs. Huges, I have been going to see Miss Betsy so much that I have scarcely done anything of late; wrote a note to Mattie; Mr. G. seemed some better, Net about the same; wrote a recipe and note to Mrs. Hennie Hughes.

September 2nd (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 63, at twelve 78, at three 80, a fair day; Mrs. Virginia Mayne and Mrs. Rhodes spent the morning here; Mr. Brewer, Mr. Colt and other gentlemen, Mr. T. Daniel and wife and Mr. Joseph Morton here during the afternoon; recid a letter from Ma, she says Eva is quite feeble, has called in a phisician, I have no idea she will ever be well; wrote a note to Mattie recid an answer; read through Joel; Mr. G. has not suffered so much today; Net still in the house; made some preserves this morning, recid another note from Mattie.

September 3rd (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 79, at three 82, a fair day, James and Ed Thomas and A Tennille dined here, Miss E. Thompson and Miss E. Lee here this morning; I went to Dick's early this morning left there soon after dinner; read through Amos; Mr. G. had been complaining all day, Stump complaining of headache, I don't feel well tonight, it seems to take very little of late to hurt me, my shoulder pains me every time the wind blows on it. Recid a letter from Oliver Porter yesterday, neglected naming it.

September 4th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve, at three, a fair morning, had a hard rain between three and four o'clock; Mr. Brewer called this morning; Mr. G., Stump and myself went to the corner to church, heard Mr. Dunn preach a good practical sermon from the 4th 5th and 6th verses of the 5th chapter of Isaiah; Stump and myself dined at Mr. Winfry's; met a very pleasant company there had a good dinner and enjoyed the visit very much indeed; met with a distant relative there, like her very much; started home at three, the rain overtook us and we called at Mr. Johnson's, there we met a crowd the preacher among them, staid untill the rain was over, and enjoyed their company very much; came home before sundown; read through Obadiah, Jonah and Micah before I went to church and through Nahum since supper; recid a note from Mattie this morning, answered it, regret that her and Dick could not go with us today.

September 5th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 80, at three , a fair day, Mr. Coll and others here since dinner, Capt. Deane here this morning; Mr. G. and myself went to Mr. Phinizy's after three, they were not at home, we then spent two hours at W Mayne's: recid a letter from Miss M B Anglin; wrote a letter to Ma, and two or three notes to Mattie, recid two from her; read two chapters in Habakkuk. I have been busy trying to make jelly, but fear I have failed this time.

September 6th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 73, at three 74, a cloudy day, some mist this morning; the morning being cloudy, and thinking it would rain kept me from going to church this morning, I intended going either to Watkinsville or the Corner, and hope the weather will be good and I can go more that one day this week yet; wrote a note to Becca Richardson recid an answer, she says preaching continues and 19 have joined the church; should like so much to be there; heard today that 5 were baptized at Moore's grove yesterday, would be so pleased to be there; wrote and recid several notes from Mattie; Miss E. Thompson and Miss E. Lee spent the morning here; Mr. Brewer and Mr. B. Tuck also here this morning, Mr. W. Carr and Mr. Thomas here this afternoon; Mr. G. was gone all day, came home after sundown; I spent an hour or so at Mr. Brewer's this afternoon, read one chapter in Habakkuk, and through Zephaniah; have expected a letter from Ma three days, feel very much disappointed, fear Eva is very much worse.

September 7th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 69, at three 81, another cloudy day, but a little sun this afternoon; Dr. Thomas (from Atlanta) and Dick called this morning; Mattie and the children spent the day here, Mr. Phinizy and daughter here this afternoon; recid a letter from Ma, saying Eva is better; hope she will be well enough to come home soon; wrote a letter to Mr. O.S. Porter; several notes and recipes; read through Haggai.

September 8th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 74, at three 75, another cloudy day, three cloudy days with no rain; E. Thompson and Miss E. Lee called this morning; Mrs. Childs and Miss Ingle here this afternoon but I was not at home, spent the afternoon at Mr. Graham's; recid a note from Mr. L. R. L. Jennings and one from Mattie, and a letter from Mrs. A. J. Porter; wrote one to Eva Harrison; read four chapters in Zechariah; Mr. G. was in bed all the morning but well this afternoon, I have been quite unwell all day, think I was rather imprudent yesterday in eating.

September 9th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 75, at three 76, a fair day; I rode over to Dick's after ten o'clock, came home to dinner; Mr. R. Richardson and Dr. R. Hardin came just before sundown, sent for Dick and all went fox hunting soon after dark; Mr. G. has been complaining all day; I intended going to Watkinsville today to church, but did not like to leave Mr. G.; read four chapters in Zechariah. wrote a letter to Ma this morning and one from her.

September 10th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 63, at twelve 76, at three 78, a fair day; Mr. M. Edwards spent an hour here this morning, Mrs. Rhodes and old Mr. Brewer here this afternoon; recid a letter from L. J. Deupree; went to Pleasant grove church no preacher, but Mr. Edwards met with us, so had conference; read six chapters in Zechariah. have felt unpleasant all day "O to grace how great a debtor, Daily I'm constrained to be. Let that grace Lord like a fetter Bind my wandering soul to thee"

September 11th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 78, at three 82, a fair day; Mr. Holder here this afternoon; Stump went to the corner to preaching; Mr. G. was in bed untill about nine o'clock, then seemed pretty well when him and myself went to town, I insisted he would make choice of the church as I intended going to the same he did, but he would not, then after I went in the baptist church he went to the methodist; Mr. Jennings preached in the baptist church from part of the 12th verse of the 5th chapter of first epistle John; "he that hath the son, hath life;" I think the best sermon I ever heard him preach; he seemed to feel more and be more in the spirit; came home to dinner; read through Malachi and ten chapters in Matthew; I have felt better and enjoyed the day more that I expected;

September 12th(Monday) Thermometer this morning at 71, at twelve 82, at three 82, a fair day; Mrs. Polly Rhodes came this morning to stay some days; Dick and Rough here since supper; read one chapter in Matthew, wrote a letter to L. J. Deupree; Mr. G. complaining more tonight than usual; the rest in common health;

September 13th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 75, at three 80, a fair day; Mrs. Mastin Tuck spent an hour with us this morning; after she left Mrs. Rhodes and myself rode over to Dick's came home after eleven; found all well there; Mrs. R. left this afternoon; Mr. G. has been complaining all day; Manerva was confined this morning, has a daughter; recid a letter from Ma. wrote one to her and a note to Mattie; read two chapters in Matthew.

September 14th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 78, at three 80, a fair day; Dr. Henderson (Episcopal minister) came this morning; still here, Dick took supper here; wrote a letter to Miss M. B. Anglin a note to Mrs. Brittian and one to Mattie; expected a letter from Dr. Thomas, feel very much disappointed that I didn't receive it; Stump took my letter to Ma up to town but as I forgot to put a stamp on, he brought it back, instead of getting one and mailing it, feel grieved that she will not get it in the morning; read three chapters in Matthew; feel a little uneasy about the little babe; but hope it will be relieved by morning.

September 15th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 65, at twelve 73, at three 72, a cloudy morning, commenced raining about twelve o'clock, and has rained steadily untill now; two travelers here tonight; wrote a note to Mattie; read three chapters in Matthew; Mr. G. still complaining could not go to town this morning, and Stump did not come home on account of the rain, so have not heard from the office today; the rest of the family well.

September 16th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 75, at three 72, rained all night last night and all day today, untill after supper tonight, now the wind is blowing; Dr Henderson left this morning James Thomas came home with Stump tonight; recid a letter from Ma, and a letter directed to me, mailed at Atlanta, with two dry cuttings of Scotch broom, no name or any thing to guess who sent them; wrote a note to Mattie, recid an answer; read one chapter in Matthew, wrote a letter to Mrs. A. J. Porter.

September 17th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 76, at three 80, a beautiful fair day, James and Thomas Dunnahoo here this morning, several gentlemen called this afternoon; several ladies stopt at the gate and had a conversation; read a chapter in Matthew; wrote a note to Mattie, recid an answer.

September 18th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 77, at three 80, a fair day; Mrs. P. Rhodes came this morning and went to church with me, to the baptist church heard Dr. Mell preach from "For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them;" a real baptist sermon, truth too, every word; Mrs. Rhodes left before sundown, others called; read seven chapters in Matthew and through, or nearly through, the Index; I am always pleased when I can get any one to go with me, anywhere, but particularly to church; so I have spent a pleasant day, heard a good sermon, and enjoyed the remainder of the day; feel so truly thankful for every blessing I have ever enjoyed and every evil and misery I have escaped; wrote to Mattie; "O to grace how great a debtor, Daily I'm constrained to be. Let that grace Lord like a fetter Bind my wandering soul to thee."

September 19th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 63, at twelve _ and three, a fair morning, cloudy afternoon, commenced raining about four o'clock and still raining; I went to town this morning, called on Mrs. Lombard, on Mrs. T. M. Daniel, she went with me and spent an hour or so with Mrs. W. Dougherty, I then called on Mrs. Clark, and as dinner was ready eat with her and came home before two o'clock; several gentlemen called; Mr. G. and myself spent an hour or so at Capt. Dean's this afternoon; read three chapters in Mark, recid a letter from Miss Lizzie Craige. Mr. G. has not complained so much today. but think he will tomorrow as he has been unprudent today.

September 20th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 69, at twelve 77, at three 78, a fair day; several gentlemen called; recid a letter from Ma saying she thought it probable she would be home tomorrow; wrote and recid several notes; read four chapters in Mark. Mr. G. has been complaining all day, but seems better tonight; Caroline complaining more than usual; and have to be so thankful for my own health, for so many years I was never well, and I hope I do appreciate comon health; I try to be thankful but fear I am not sufficiently so: "Perpetual blessings from above Encompass me around But O, how few returns of love Hath my Redeemer found"

September 21st (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 70, at three 72, a fair day; Mr G and myself went up to the depot to meet Ma and Eva, they were there and really Eva looks very badly indeed, Tim Read came with them, I went over to town called on Mrs. Clark a few minutes, came home before eleven o'clock; G. King came this morning; I rode over to see Ma this afternoon; J. Hull and C. Lucas here during my absence, Dick, T. Mead and Rough took supper here; Mr. G. been complaining all day; Caroline still on the sick list; read one chapter in Mark. Wrote a note to Mr. Lucas.

September 22nd (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 70, at three 71, a fair day; Col. J. Billups, Doctor Graham and other gentlemen called; Mrs. Graham called at the gate and had a conversation; Mr. G. still complaining, I have had some headache all day; the rest well; however Caroline is complaining all the time; read two chapters in Mark.

September 23rd (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 71, at three 74, a fair day; Mrs. J. Lombard and her little girl spent the day here; W. Jones, J. Dean, Dick and Rough took supper here; I have enjoyed the day as much as usual, and felt better today than yesterday though not well; been cutting out and sewing and it hurts my back; read two chapters in Mark.

September 24th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 72, at three 74, a fair day; several gentlemen called; Mr. J. F. Phinizy and daughter here this afternoon; Wrote a note to Mattie, read one chapter in Mark; recid a letter from Dr. A J. Thomas and one from J. C. Perkins. Mr. G. has been more unwell this afternoon than he has for some days.

September 25th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 76, at three 76, a fair day; Mr. G. was sick nearly all night last night; but seemed some better this morning, as I had thought of going to church he insisted I should go, and G. King being here said he would attend to him, I went, Stump went with me to centerline church, a new church, expected Calvin Johnson to dedicate it and preach Mrs. H. Winter's funeral, but he did not come and Mr. Crawford preached the funeral from "prepare ye the way of the Lord," Mr. Kenny was also there and prayed; Joel Dean came with us to dinner; found Mr. G. better, but still quite unwell; Stump and myself went over to see Eva Harrison about four o'clock, she seems much brighter this afternoon; went to see Mattie also as she is complaining; Dick came over after supper and set untill bedtime; read three chapters in Mark;

September 26th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 59, at twelve 74, at three 77, a fair day; Dr. Moore here this morning; wrote to him to come and see Mr. G. and Silvy; Mr. G. seems better tonight; Silvy no better and Caroline complaining more than usual; read one chapter in Luke; have been sewing and cutting out for some days, so feel very much fatigued. Wrote a note to Ma.

September 27th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 76, at three 78, a fair day; several gentlemen called during the day; Mrs Winfry called at the gate and had a conversation; Mr. Daniel Watkins here tonight; wrote a note to Ma this morning, recid an answer; wrote one to Mrs M Frierson, recid an answer, recid a letter from Mrs. A. Hundly; and one from Mrs. Dr. J. Sessions; wrote a letter to Mrs. A Hundly; read one
chapter in Luke; I have not felt well today, was up with Caroline till eleven o'clock last night, she was confined; Mr. G. is I think much better, but so restless and cross; some four or five negroes complaining.

September 28th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 77, at three 81 , a fair day; Col. R. M. Johnson and Col. J. Billups spent the morning here; then called again this afternoon; John Mr[?], Mr. Colt and others here this afternoon, Dick was here a few minutes; recid a note from Dick last night that Mattie was sick, and as I had so many sick ones I concluded I would go over and bring her here; I could not leave home to be with her, and thought she was lonely and needed company; so brought her here about eleven o'clock, she is quite sick. the rest of the sick ones better I think; read one chapter in Luke; recid a letter from Mrs. A J. Porter, wrote to her, and one Mrs. D. Sessions

September 29th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 79, at three 80, a fair day; Capt Dean and Dick here this morning; Mrs. Thompson spent the afternoon here; John Moore and wife called; Mrs. M. Graham also called; recid a letter from L. J. Deupree; read three chapters in Luke.

September 30th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 76, at three 77, a fair day, at least more sunshine that cloud; but now cloudy; Dr. Moore here this morning to see the sick, Mattie seems better; Silvia better, Caroline has been quite sick all day; think Mr. G. has been better all day that he has for days; read three chapters in Luke; wrote a note to Ma.

October 1st (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 74, at three 77, a fair day; Dick here this morning; Mr. G. seems better; Mattie about well, only feeble; Silvia some better but not well; Caroline better but I fear far from well; the rest up but several complaining; read five chapters in Luke; have felt well all day but rather depressed, It is hard to feel slighted and even neglected by ones nearest relatives, still I feel confident that "all things work together for good;" now, if I could only do right, how happy and contented I should be, but I so often find myself feeling badly towards those I think donot treat me right; "create in me a clean heart O God and renew a right spirit within me;"

October 2nd (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve, at three 73, a cloudy morning, commenced raining at one o'clock last night and rained untill ten this morning; now clear; Judge Willingham spent the morning and dined here; Dr. Moore came to see the sick this afternoon, all better, Mattie went home this evening; Mark Phinizy and Mr Mattox, Mr. H. Brittian and daughter here this afternoon; read three pages in the Index and ten chapters in Luke; I feel very much relieved to think the sick are better; do hope all will be well in the morning; "Have mercy upon us O Lord according to thy loving kindness, according to the multitude of the tender mercies blot out all our transgressions."

October 3rd (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 72, at three, a fair day; wind brisk, from the east; Mr. Mastin Tuck and Rough Harrison here this morning; I spent the afternoon at Mr J F Phinizy's very pleasantly; Mr G complaining more today; I think I took cold this morning, my eyes pain me very much, read five chapters in John, recid a note from Ma and one from Mattie, answered them.

October 4th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 53, at twelve_, at three _, a fair day, Dick came over before we eat breakfast; Mattie came over after breakfast to stay some days; I spent the day in town, called on Mrs. Clark, went shopping, called on Mrs. Patman, dined with Mrs. Clark, called on Mrs. Stone, at Mr. W. Morton's, rode over the fair ground, called on Mrs. Brittian, on Mrs. J. M. Daniel then came home after sundown; I enjoyed the day very much, found all well, or at least all about as I left them, feel more uneasy about Silvia than any other, fear her neck will not be well soon, read one chapter in John, recid a letter from Mrs. T. Hundly.

October 5th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 73, at three 75, a fair day, Capt Dean and Mrs. Susan Mayne here this afternoon, they left just before five, then Mattie and myself rode over to Ma's to see Eva, think she is sinking gradually; whilst we were gone, Mr. J. F. Phinizy and daughter were here; Joel Dean took supper with us; read one chapter in John; Mr. G. has been quite sick all day, the rest seem some better; wrote a note to Dr. R. D. Moore, but he didnot answer it.

October 6th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 72, at three 76, a fair day; several gentlemen called, Dick here tonight; Mr. G. has been quite sick again today; Silvia not so well this evening; the rest seem on the mend; and I do hope she will be better in the morning; read three chapters in John; Be pleased gracious father to bless my poor children "Great God afflict not in thy wrath, The short allotted span,
That bound the few, and weary days, Of pilgrimage to man."

October 7th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 56, at twelve 71, at three 75, a fair day; Col. J. Billups called twice; James Thomas came home with Stump; Dr. J. Carlton called to see Silvia just at twilight; I feel almost certain her neck will rise and Dr. Moore is absent will not be home untill Monday; read three chapters in John. Mr. G. has been better today than he has for some time.

October 8th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 56, at twelve 70, at three 74, a cloudy day, rained some little before eleven o'clock, then commenced again about five o'clock and rained untill after dark; Mattie and the children went home this morning, I went over with her to see Eva Harrison found her no better; came home time enough to go to church, at least went to pleasant grove, Mr. Moncrief met us there, but only read and prayed not being well; he came here to dinner, is still here; Mr. Mitchell, two Mr Tennille, and J. Thomas dined here; recid a letter from Miss Mary E. Hathaway; read three chapters in John;

October 9th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 46, left the thermometer in the room with a fire all day, so could not tell the temperature; it was cold enough this morning for frost, clouds and winds I suppose kept it off; Mrs. J. Morton and son called this morning, all went to Pleasant grove heard Mr. Moncrief preach from the 11th verse of the 1st chapter of first Peter; had no company to dinner; after dinner Mr. G. and myself rode over to Capt Dean's found him up and seemed pretty well, only a sore arm; called to see Eva, poor dear child is sinking every day; came home before sundown; read some in the Index this morning, and tonight read five chapters in John and three in Acts; Mr. G. still complaining heavily; Silvia about the same.

October 10th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 64, at three 67, a fair day, had some frost this morning; Dr. Graham here soon after breakfast; Mrs. Howell Cobb, her son and daughter spent an hour or so here this morning; Mrs. Graham here this afternoon; two mule drovers here tonight from Tennessee; wrote a letter to Miss M. E. Hathaway this morning, two notes to Ma and Mattie, recid answers; read one chapter in Acts; concluded this afternoon to send some carpeting and wine to the fair, have been fixing it up since dinner to send; Mr. G. about the same, Silvia no better, and Stump came home with his finger badly hurt, but hope it will not be bad as he thinks.

October 11th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 43, at twelve 70, at three 70, a fair day; Miss Emily Lee called this morning; Dr. Moore here since supper to see Silvia, lanced her neck so hope it will be well soon; Mr. Tyner here tonight, and those drovers still here, Mr. G., Stump and myself went to town to the fair, I called and took Mrs. S. E. Daniel with me; then came to her house and dined, went back to the fairground at three o'clock, and left there at five, after sundown when I came home; enjoyed the day very much indeed, was very agreeably disappointed, had no idea of seeing a tenth part as much, think I saw nearly every thing, only the stock, met with a number of my friends that I have not seen recently, and really enjoyed their company; read one chapter in Acts. I have not been well all day but much better than I expected.

October 12th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 70, at three 70, a fair day; those drovers and Mr. Tyner left this morning; Dr. Freeman and Dr. Miller here tonight (Root Drs) All of us but G. King went to the fair; I heard in town, as I went on, that David Richardson and Miss Branch were to be married at nine o'clock (at the Newton house), so I accidently called there and staid untill the marriage was over, then Mrs. Daniel and myself went to the fairground, left there at four o'clock, so got home before sundown, feel less fatigue than I could possibly expect, not being very well, I expected to feel very much fatigued; met with a number of my friends there and some I
have not seen for some years; found all my sick better; read two chapters in Acts.

October 13th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 70, at three 74, a cloudy morning, indeed rained some little this morning, but sunshine all the evening; Mr. G., Stump and myself went to the fair again, I called and Mrs. S.E. Daniel went with me, I haven't enjoyed it so much today us the other two days; came home before five o'clock,
Mrs Lettitia Richardson came home with me; Mr. G. seems better tonight; Silvia better, the rest up; read one chapter in Acts. feel more wearied tonight than I have in a great while;

October 14th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 61, at twelve 76, at three 78, a cloudy morning Mrs. Richardson and myself left here early, called at Ma's and at Dick's, got to Watkinsville about ten o'clock; dined at Mr. Richardson's, called at John Phinizy's as I came on and got home after sundown; enjoyed the day very much though I have had the headache all day; several gentlemen called during the day, Dr. Carlton took supper with us, Mrs. S. E. Daniel and her son came here this afternoon as I was not here they went over to Ma's; read one chapter in Acts; wrote a note to Ma, and two and a half pages to Dr. L. E. Billups tonight,

October 15th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 57, at twelve 74, at three 75, a fair day; W. Jones left this morning, Edward Thomas came to dinner, W. Delany and J. Lisle here this afternoon, Mr. G. Williams here tonight, finished my letter to Dr. Billups, wrote one to Miss Lizzie Craige and several notes; read one chapter in Acts; my sick all seem better today; hope Rowsers's leg is getting better at last.

October 16th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 66, at three 70, a fair day; clouded up towards sundown; Stump and myself went to town called at Mr. T. Moore's, Fannie went with us to the baptist church, heard Dr. Mell preach the best practical sermon I ever heard from, "All that the Father giveth me, shall come to me; and him that cometh to me, I will in no wise cast out." Came home to dinner after three o'clock, Mr. Jimerson, Mr. Hawkins, W. Williams Junior, and R. Thomas came here; I rode over to see Eva Harrison found her comfortable, but I can't think she is better; read seven chapters in Acts; Mr. G. has been complaining all day; several servants complaining; wrote to Dr. Moore this morning to come and see them, said he would be here tonight but has not come yet, and think it is too late now; hope they will not be worse and he will be here tomorrow. I do feel so thankful we are all as well as we are, and particularly myself, even ten years ago, I could not have done a tenth part as much as I did last week, and now feel well, got through without even taking cold; Teach me O my father to thank thee with my whole heart; Watch over us in time, and take us to thyself in eternity.

October 17th(Monday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 58, at three 60, a cloudy day, with occasional sprinkles of rain; still cloudy; Wrote a note to Dr. Moore who came down after ten o'clock to see the sick; Mr. G. seems better since dinner, the rest about the same; wrote a letter to Mrs. S. E. Sessions; wrote a note to Ma recid an answer, wrote another tonight; read three chapters in Acts; I have felt rather depressed today, don't like my dreams of late; it may be superstition, but all have more or less of it; "Great God, afflict not in thy wrath,
The short allotted span, That bound the few and weary days Of pilgrimage to man"

October 18th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 65, at twelve 70, at three 71, a cloudy morning, a bright afternoon with considerable wind; G. Williams left this morning; several gentlemen called, wrote a note to Dr. Moore, one to Miss R. Richardson recid an answer, one to Ma, recid an answer; read three chapters in Acts; Mr. G. has seemed better today; Silvia about the same, and Ellen complaining more; Stump complaining tonight; I feel well, but very much distressed and know there is no use in it, can't help myself at all, and why do we trouble about things we cannot help, and then we should never be wearied about things we can help, for if there be any way to mend it, we should go to work and do it, therefore we need never be troubled, yet we cannot at all times help it, we are so frail so weak, and have so much of earth about us, we must do evil and almost continually; "Search me O God, and know my heart; try me and know my thoughts, and see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting."

October 19th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 40, twelve 63, at three 65, a fair day, and some frost, but can't see that anything was injured by it; however I moved my flowers today, and think we shall have more frost tonight; Boyd Tuck here this morning; Sid Huges and Mr. Anderson, Mrs. S. E. Daniel and Mrs. Lombard here this afternoon; John Patrick here tonight; wrote a note to Mrs. Frierson recid an answer; wrote one to Mattie recid an answer; Mrs. Daniel and Mrs. Lombard went with me over to Ma's this afternoon; read two chapters in Acts; I have been more troubled than usual this afternoon about some foolish remarks I made at the fair; but do sincerely hope it will not be any thing to hurt the feelings of others; for I am sure I had no intention of injuring others in any way. Be pleased gracious father to keep my lips from evil and my tongue from guile.

October 20th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 43, at twelve 70, at three 71, a fair day, the wind brisk this afternoon; several gentlemen called during the day; I spent the day at Ma's very pleasantly with one exception; think Eva grows gradually worse; wrote and recid several notes; read one chapter in Acts. my sick all seem better tonight but Stump.

October 21st (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 54, at three 55, a fair day; with cool winds; I went in the buggie with Mr. G. to town and found it very cold; called on Mrs. William Dougherty, went in some six or eight stores and came home to dinner; Mrs Susan Mayne and Mrs. P. Rhodes spent an hour or so here this afternoon, several gentlemen called, Dick here since supper, W. Hodgson here with Stump; recid a letter from Mrs. A. J. Porter; read one chapter in Acts.

October 22nd (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 36, at twelve 61, at three 65, a fair day; wind still brisk, but not so much so as yesterday; several called today; Ma has just written to me to go over as she thinks Eva is not so well; I shall go and perhaps stay all night, as my people are better; read in Acts.

October 23rd (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 70, at three 72, a fair day; came home this morning after breakfast, think Eva cannot stand it many days; Stump and myself went to town to the baptist church, heard Mr. Jennings preach a very good sermon from "Thou Lord, art good and merciful, and ready to forgive all that call upon thee;" did not say where it was, It is in Psalms I should think, but do not know the number or verse; came home to dinner, found Mr. G. complaining, he is still quite unwell; the rest up, Stump is not well, but keeps up; he rode with me to see Eva this afternoon, she seems some brighter, hope she is better; read ten chapters in Romans, have enjoyed the day, had a good sermon which I enjoyed, and have passed the better or at least well as usual; several gentlemen called; "O to grace how great a debtor, Daily I'm constrained to be, Let that grace Lord like a fetter Bind my wandering soul to thee."

October 24th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 74, at three 76, a fair day;

October 25th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 78, at three 80, a fair day; yesterday morning soon after breakfast Ma sent for me that Eva was much worse, I went before nine o'clock, Dr. Smythe and wife, Victoria Tuck and others called yesterday; several gentlemen and ladies called today; Eva died yesterday at 3 1/2 o'clock; poor dear child it is so sad to see so many young girls die, and just to perish away by piece meal, lung disease is so flattering, they are all the time better---better; it seems to be a family disease, only two children left and feel almost afraid to think they will live long; father, Mother, three children and two grandchildren have died in less than seventeen months; Mr. Jennings preached the funeral this afternoon at two o'clock, from "If a man die, shall he live again;" I thought as good a funeral sermon as I ever heard; went to Dick's this morning, came home before sundown; found all as well as I left them but a little negro; Stump's hand is no better; he was received yesterday in college; seemed perfectly delighted; read six chapters in Romans yesterday and three in first Corinthians today; slept but little last night and feel sleepy and wearied tonight, poor me, I am so frail and weak, so easy to vary

October 26th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 78, at twelve[three] 80, a fair day; Miss Virginia Tuck here this morning; several gentlemen called; a lady, two children and four men here tonight (travelers) from S.C.; the lady's name is Dann; wrote a note to Ma and Mattie; recid an answer from each; read two chapters in first Corinthians; I went to the Depot this morning expecting to meet Mrs. Porter, was disappointed; called on Mrs. E. Moore; have felt very much depressed all day; I suppose thinking so much about the number of deaths in the family the past twelve months; I do wish we could all think of it, and be warned, O that we may every one be ready; that each one may be ready to give up our friends or ready to depart ourselves, saying thy will, not ours.

October 27th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 76, at three 78, a fair day; those travelers left this morning; Mrs. Porter came up on the carrs this morning arrived here at 9 o'clock, seeming very well and lively, but fatigued, her and myself went over to Ma's this afternoon; Mr. G. has been complaining all day, but went to town this morning, seems better now; read one chapter in first Corinthians; recid a letter from Mrs. S. E. Sessions;

October 28 (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 36, at twelve 56, at three, some clouds today but now clear; Mr. J. Ferguson took breakfast with us, Mr. Oliver here all day; Mrs. M. Graham and Miss E Thompson spent the afternoon here; Mr. G. has been quite sick all day and seemed so bad off after supper I sent for Dr. Moore, as he was not at home the boy brought D. Carlton, he left about twelve o'clock; Mr. G. seems better
and I do hope he will sleep for I feel very much wearied and need rest, read one chapter in first Corinthians.

October 29 (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 33, at twelve 73, at three 74, a fair day; Capt Dean and his son called this morning; D. Graham, Ma and Mattie spent the afternoon here; Mr. and Mrs. Daniel and Dr. Moore here this afternoon, also Mrs. Polly Rhodes; Mr. G. seems better this evening, I have suffered considerably with my back for two days; the rest up but Stump not well; read one chapter in first Corinthians. feel melancholy tonight, indeed have for some days; "O for a heart to praise my God, A heart from sin set free, A heart that's sprinkled with the blood So freely shed for me."

October 30th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 52, at three 54, some little cloud today and the wind still brisk; Mrs. Jane Archer spent the day here; W. Mayne, Dick and others here this morning; John Moore, Capt Dean, Lewis Amis and others here this afternoon; Mrs. Susan Mayne spent the afternoon here; read six chapters in first Corinthians; as I could not go to church today, and have not spent the day pleasantly, at least not as I like on Sunday; yet I feel very much gratified that our friends came in, particularly as they called (most of them) to see Mr. G., having heard he was very unwell; I think him much better, but far from well; the rest in usual health.

October 31st (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 31 at twelve 54, at three 54, a fair day, some clouds just at night; Capt Winfry and others called during the day; Mr. G. has not complained so much today, but far from well; Stump still complaining; Jane came in sick today; the rest up, I have felt much better today than I have for several; read two chapters in first Corinthians; have not written or recid a note today.

November 1st (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 35, at twelve 52, at three 55, a fair day; several called today, Dr. Moore called just at night thinks my sick better; Dick here since supper; read three chapters in second Corinthians; recid a note from Mattie, answered it; I have not been well all day; and feel very much depressed indeed; somehow feel like some thing unpleasant is about to take place; be it as it may, I hope I shall be enabled to bear it as I should; Let me ever feel thy will be done;

November 2nd (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 31, at twelve 60, at three 63, a fair day; Mr. G. left this morning for Milledgeville, hope he will be well and enjoy himself; W. H. Morton dined and spent the afternoon here; Mrs. A. J. Porter and myself went to town this afternoon, was in nearly every shop, called on Mrs. Mell, and came home about sundown; read two chapters in second Corinthians; wrote a note to Mattie.

November 3rd (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 36, at twelve 67, at three 69, a fair day, Mr. and Mrs. Jennings (baptist preacher) spent the day here; Dick here since supper, I went out to cut some flowers for Mrs. Jennings und stuck a thorn in my thumb, and can scarcely hold a pen, being my right thumb, read two chapters in second Corinthians; can write no more;

November 4th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 41, at twelve, at three 70, a fair day; Mrs. Porter and myself went to town early this morning, she left in the stage for Clarkesville; I felt sad to part with her, so many of my family have died that I feel almost alone; I done some shopping, called on Mrs. M. Clark, on Mrs. S. E. Daniel and home to dinner; met with Dr. Moore just from Milledgeville, and rejoice to hear Mr. G. is well and pleasantly situated; read four chapters in second Corinthians, Mrs. R. Crane, Miss M. Crane, Miss C. Morton, Mr. W. Crane, D. Graham and Dick here during the day; my thumb still pains me but not so much;

November 5th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 45, at twelve 69, at three 72, a fair day, and so very dusty; Mr. G. came home this morning looking and feeling better that when he left; and I do rejoice we have met again in life and in peace; Joel Deane dined here; Capt Deane and others called; read two chapters in second Corinthians; I have not felt well all day; and then have really felt dejected for some time; feel that I care nothing for company; wrote a note to Ma's;

November 6th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 70, at three 73, a fair day, but so much smoke we have had but little sun; Mr. W. Carr, Dr. Moore and others called, Stump and myself went Athens to the methodist church, heard Dr. Spear preach from, "Even as the son of man came not to be ministered unto but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many;" a good sermon, but I have heard better; came home to dinner, found Mr. G. complaining more than when I left; Stump and myself went over to Ma's this afternoon found all well there, Tyler Harrison is there, looking well, and we rejoice, hope he and Rough will yet be a comfort to Ma in her old age; read one of Spurgeons's sermons to Stump tonight, and through Gallatians, I have spent the day pleasantly, that is enjoyed the sermon, and felt like Ma was pleased to see me; yet I do feel very melancholy, "Great God afflict not in thy wrath, The short allotted span, That bound the few and weary days, Of pilgrimage to man."

November 7th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 66, at three 68, a fair day, wind high; Capt Deane, Joel Deane, Dr. J. Carlton and others here this morning; Mrs. J. Morton and W. H. Morton called this afternoon; wrote a letter to Mr. O. S. Porter this morning, also a note to Ma, and one to Miss E. Thompson; recid a letter from Miss M. Hathaway, answered it tonight; read one chapter in Ephesians. The family seem in usual health, but I feel very much cast down.

November 8th(Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 67, a three 71, a fair day, wind still high, but not so much as the last few days; I spent one hour at Dick's this morning, dined at Ma's; Miss P. Rhodes and myself walked over to Capt. Deane's after dinner; Stump came for me after three, we then called at Ma's and came home before sundown; found Miss M. Phinizy and Miss A Moore here; several gentlemen called during the day; read four chapters in Ephesians; have not spent a pleasant day; talked and thought so much of the dead.

November 9th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 72, at three 74, a fair day, not so much wind; Stump and myself spent the day at Mr. Joe Morton's; Mr. G. and G. King came there to dinner; several called here today; read one chapter in Ephesians; I spent the day pleasantly, but do feel very unhappy; Bless me O my father and help me to do according to thy will; let me not wander or transgress, keep my lips from evil and my tongue from guile.

November 10th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 73, at three 75, a fair day; I spent the morning at Ma's very pleasantly; met with Mrs. Brittian, Mattie, and a deaf and dumb man and his wife there; several called today, Dick here since supper, Stump went with him hunting tonight; read through Phillipians, have not recid or written a note today. "Teach me to feel another's woe, To hide the fault I see, That mercy I to others show, That mercy shows to me."

November 11th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 72, at three 73, a fair day, and so very dusty; several gentlemen called today, one of B. Tuck's daughters here this morning, read through Colossians and first Thessalonians; the sick better, only Mr. G. think him about the same, do wish Stump's hand could get well and could have him at some work; can't bear the thought of having him idle so long; finished netting a pair of gloves for Miss Lizzie Craige.

November 12th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 76, at three 76, a fair day and still too much wind to be pleasant; Ma and Mrs. Deane called this morning, all went to Pleasant grove, Mr. Montcrief met us, but only read, sung and prayed, also had conference; Ma, Mrs. Deane and Willie Deane dined and spent the afternoon here; Dick came since supper and set untill near nine o'clock; read through second Thessalomans; I have not felt well all day; yet I enjoyed the day more than I had any idea I should; expected two letters, feel very much disappointed I did not receive them.

November 13th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 40, at three 39, a cloudy morning with high winds, sun came out about nine o'clock, the wind being still higher; about sundown the wind ceased; Mr. Montcrief called this morning, Stump and myself went to pleasant grove, heard Mr. Montcrief preach from, "For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son, that, whosoever believeth on him, should not
perish, but have everlasting life;" the day being so unpleasant, very few attended; Mr. G. has been in bed nearly all day; the rest up. read one of Spurgeon' s Sermons, through first and second Timothy and Titus. Have enjoyed the day very much, being in the house and alone enjoyed reading.
"How sweet upon this sacred day, The best of all the seven, To cast our earthly cares away And think of God and heaven."

November 14th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 20, at twelve 49, at three 50, a fair day, less wind than we have had for some days; Old Mr. Brewer here this morning, also Elijah Carr; Dick here since supper; Mr. G. has been in pain since eleven o'clock last night; think he has suffered more than I ever saw him in one day; I do feel very uneasy about him; O, that he would make it his constant, every day business to prepare for eternity; then I could feel resigned at least; read through Philemon and one chapter in Hebrews; recid a note from T. Harrison, answered it, also wrote a note to Mattie; recid a present from Ma (three muslin window curtains) very unexpectedly, and do feel so proud of it, the largest and handsomest present she ever gave me; I feel better today than I have for several, the rest in usual health.

November 15th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 25, at twelve 56, at three 64, a smokey day, but still clear; several called; Dick here since supper; recid a letter from Mary Hathaway, and one from Mrs. A J. Porter, answered Mrs. Porter's tonight; Stump and myself went to town this afternoon to shop a little for Mrs. Porter, and make some arrangements about having her things carried up to Cleaveland; I called on Miss Sisson and Mrs. Clark; read two chapters in Hebrews

November 16th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 58, at three 60, a fair day, but more smoke than yesterday; Mr. F. Dillard and others called, T. Wray Junior spent the day here; old Mr. Brewer dined here, W. H. Morton here tonight; wrote a note to Ma tonight; read ten chapters in Hebrews; Mr. G. seems some better today, Matilda laid up today; heard that Ex Gov. Gilmore died this morning, at his residence in Lexington; just one month since I saw him and his wife in Athens seeming so lively and in good health; how uncertain is life, Be pleased O my father to fit and prepare me for eternity; let me not set my heart on earthly things, but help me to set my heart and affections on heavenly things;

November 17th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 63, at three 66, a cloudy afternoon, but clear now; several gentlemen called; recid a note from Mattie tonight, answered it, read through the General Epistle of James. I have suffered some today with neuralsia, Matilda some better, Mr. G. seems better today; "This world is all a fleeting show,
For man's illusion given, The smiles of joy, the tears of woe, Deceitful shine, deceitful flow There's nothing true but heaven.

November 18th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 54 at twelve 60, at three 65 raining nearly all day; high winds since four o'clock, and now flying clouds and wind very high; Boyd Tuck, and Dick here today; wrote a note to Mattie, recid an answer; read a sermon to Stump, and two chapters in the first Epistle of Peter; wrote a note to Martha Phinizy.

November 19th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 49, at twelve 60, at three 62, a very unsettled day, but no rain; several gentlemen called, Mr. J. F. Phinizy and daughter here this afternoon; read a sermon to Stump, and three chapters in the first Epistle of Peter; Dr. Moore called prescribed for Mattie and Sylvia; Mr. G. complaining nearly all day, Stump with headache tonight, I feel well, but very much depressed, have never felt more so; yet I feel willing to feel that all is right, I am truly thankful that I cannot control my own destiny , therefore, all things do actually work together for good, and really I enjoy so many blessings, so much more than I deserve, that I am truly thankful for every thing; evil as well as good; "O to grace how great a debtor,
Daily I'm constrained to be,
Let that grace Lord like a fetter,
Bind my wandering soul to thee."

November 20th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 37, at twelve 62, at three 64, a beautiful, bright, pleasant day; Stump and myself went [to] Athens, called for Mrs. T. Moore to go with us to the baptist church heard Dr. Church (presbeterian) preach the best sermon I ever hear him preach from the 15th verse of the 57thchapter of Isaiah; the only verse or the only time eternity is named in the scriptures; dined at Mr. T. Moore's; called a few minutes at Mrs. F. A Stones's; came home before sundown; found Ma and Mattie here; read a sermon to Stump; read through second Peter, and first John; I really enjoyed the sermon this morning, and feel truly thankful that it happened so I could go; I felt that I could sanction every word of the first hymn, "Welcome sweet day of rest,
That saw the Lord arise, Wellcome to this reviving breast, And these rejoicing eyes."

November 21st (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 54, at three 55, a rainy day; Dick and old Mr. Brewer here this morning, O to here now; all seem better today; read a sermon to Stump; read through second and third John, Jude, and two chapters in Revelations; I proposed to Mr. G. this evening to rent a house in town and stay there untill Stump graduates, and somehow I feel like I would be better satisfied if he would, I feel so unwilling to [have?] him boarded out, just at a time when he is most liable to take up with evil ways, indeed evil is always present, but the young are so uncertain

November 22nd (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 68, at three 69, a fair day; G. King and Stump went to Dick's soon this morning, came home soon after dinner, bringing the children with them, Mattie came about four o'clock, and all here now, read four chapters in Revelation; I have felt very unpleasant all day; dream so many bad dreams, it may be childish but I can't help it, and then on whom will it fall? Bless us O my father and fit and prepare us for every dispensation, let ever be ready for every thing, trusting implicitly in thy guidance; let me feel the truth of "Ye fearful saints fresh courage take, The clouds ye so much dread Are big with mercy, and shall break With blessings on your head."

November 23rd (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 71, at three 72, a fair day; Mattie and myself went to town, called on Mrs. Clark; shopped a little, called on Mrs. T. M. Daniel and came home before one o'clock; then spent the afternoon with Mrs. W . Mayne; Mattie and her little girl went home about sundown; we heard this evening that Mrs. Dean was driving to a neighbor's house and from some cause upset and broke her leg; hope I shall [hear] from her before I go to bed; I do feel so thankful to think I have been driving for years and no accident as yet; it is not owing to my skill or foresight but to the goodness of God; "O praise the Lord all ye nations, Praise him all ye people, for his merciful kindness is great towards us, and the truth of the Lord endureth forever, Praise ye the Lord." Read nine chapters in Revelation, just recid a note from Mattie but not satisfactory; so know nothing more of Mrs. Dean.

November 24th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 41, at twelve 65, at three 66, a fair day; Mr. Mandeville and other gentlemen called Dick here since supper; both of his children here tonight, feel for Mattie being alone tonight; Mr. G. and myself rode over to see Mrs. Dean, both bones of her right [leg] are broken, and the Capt. think the joint injured; she seems cheerful; called on Ma a few minutes, found her in usual health; read three chapters in Revelation; and scanned several newspapers.

November 25th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 39, at twelve 58, at three 62, a cloudy day; Tyler Harrison came this morning, here now; Dick and other gentlemen called; the children still here, I feel so happy to have them with me, Mr. W. Rutherford here this afternoon; read four chapters in Revelation. Be pleased O my father to bless and direct me; give me a heart void of offence toward God and man. Finished reading through the Bible, old and New Testament. Wrote a note to Mattie, answered it, rather recid an answer.

November 26th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 57, at twelve 66, at three 64, a rainy day, wind south west; Charles Dean dined here; Tyler Harrison left this afternoon; the children still here, guess Mattie is nearly crazy to see them; commenced the Bible, read four chapters in Genesis; think Mr. G. has been better than usual today, the rest up,
finished netting a pair of gloves for Ma, wrote her a note; Teach me O my father to bear and forbear; I feel so much grieved when I think of my children, feel like all do better than mine, I would not, and hope I donut murmur I know I receive so many more blessings than I deserve, teach me to feel grateful for the good, and to bear all things as thou wouldst have me; yet I must ever ask for blessings on my poor children, only make them true christians, be their guide and counselor, teach them to love and serve thee, for Christ's sake.

November 27th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 68, at three 62, another rainy day, l think no one has been here during the day; Dick's children went home this morning, I miss the little things so much; read through Genesis ( only the four chapters I read last night) and a sermon to Stump; being a wet day I could not go to church, but have enjoyed the day reading, and done less harm perhaps than if I can gone to church, yet I should have enjoyed going and hearing a good sermon; but can't get any of my family to enjoy reading, it seems so strange that all donot enjoy it; particularly on Sunday, can't see how any can be lonely that can read; "Have mercy upon us O Lord, according to thy merciful kindness, according to the multitude of thy tender mercies blot out all my transgressions."

November 28th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 59, at twelve 70, at three 68, a fair day, wind variable, several gentlemen called, Mr. Gee and Mr. Watson here at work; A. Mitchel here with Stump; read one chapter in Exodus; recid a note from Mat, answered it. Mr. G. no better, has a fly blister that drew very well, and I felt some hope it would be of service to him, but no difference yet; feel uneasy about him, fear he will never be well, and then the worse part, he is not prepared, feel that if I could be satisfied he was ready, I could at least give him up better, have felt and thought more of it for the last few weeks, and it does seem so bad to give him up as he is; O gracious father, "create in him a clean heart, and renew a right spirit within him."

November 29th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 58, at three 61, wind northwest; R. Dougherty spent the day with Stump; several gentlemen called, a traveler here tonight; Mr. G. been complaining all day, but not in bed; I have felt very much depressed all day, heard of the death of Miss White (an old maid) this afternoon; but feel like I shall have something more to disturb my feelings; read one chapter in Exodus.

November 30th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 41, at twelve 64, at three 64, a fair day; several gentlemen called today; Dr. Cox here again tonight, James Thomas here with Stump; I went to Mr. John White's this morning to Miss S. White's funeral; Dr. Spear preached a most excellent sermon from, "It is appointed unto men once to die, and after death the judgment." then called to see Mrs. Dean, dined with Ma, and came home before two o'clock; Mrs. Joe Morton and her son called here this afternoon; wrote a letter to Mr. T. Wood tonight, read two chapters in Exodus; Mr. G. seems some better tonight, I have been suffering all the afternoon with cramp colic, feel some better now. Be pleased gracious father, to keep my lips from evil, and my tongue from guile.

December 1st (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 64, at three 71, a cloudy [day], wind south; Mr. and Mrs. T. M. Daniel and T. Harrison here this afternoon; wrote a note to Mrs. Daniel and one to Ma, a letter to Mr. L. J. Deupree, and one to Miss Jane Boen; read three chapters in Exodus, have not been well all day, suffering with cramp colic; think Mr. G. is some better; had bad dreams again last night.

December 2nd (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 69, at three 68, a cloudy, foggy day; I spent the morning very pleasantly at Mr. Graham's, Dr. Cox dined with us and left for home soon after Mr.G. and myself spent an hour at Capt. Dean's found Mrs. D. still cheerful, but some complaint of course; recid a letter from Mr. E. H. Pottle, I have felt much better today, but some colic; Mr. G. has not complained so much today; read two chapters in Exodus;

December 3rd (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 67, at three 72, a cloudy day, wind more south; I think we have had no company today; Mr. G. has been in bed nearly all day, was quite sick untill after three o'clock, he got up and rode with me to Mr. B. Tuck's; several negroes complaining; recid a letter from Mr. O. S. Porter; read three chapters in Exodus;

December 4th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 44, at three 46, a rainy day, wind north of east; Dr. R. Smith called since supper to see a negro of W. Delony's; wrote a note to Ma; read through the Index and twenty three chapters in Exodus; being a rainy day I could not go to church, two weeks now, or rather two sabbaths have been confined at home from bad weather; that is better than to be confined by sickness; Mr. G. has not been so unwell today, but still quite sick.

December 5th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 49, at twelve 54, at three 55, another rainy day, wind northeast; wrote a note to Mrs. S. E. Daniel, recid an answer; Dick dined here, Mr. B. Tuck, Mr. Smith and others called; read two chapters in Exodus; one sermon to Stump. I could read one of Spurgeon's sermons every day and learn something every time, and never tire; Mr. G. been better today than he has for some days, but complaining now; Catharine seems better; the rest up; I feel better but still some colic. Be pleased O my father to bless my two children, teach them to resist temptation, and keep them from evil; heard of the sudden death of Mr. Patman today, "O, what is life? 'tis like a flower That blossoms and is gone, It flourishes its little hour, With all its beauty on: Death comes, and like a wintry day, It cuts the lovely flower away."

December 6th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 59, at twelve 69, at three 67, a rainy day, at least cloudy all and occasionally a shower; T. Harrison spent the afternoon here, B. Tuck and others called; recid a letter from Mrs. A. J. Porter, answered it tonight; read one chapter in Exodus; Mr. G. has been quite sick again today; been busy drawing off patterns for icing or rather trimming cake;

December 7th(Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 59, at twelve 48, at three 42, a cloudy morning with several showers, cleared off after three, wind high and variable; Mr. Brewer and others called; I had neuralgia all night last night, got up as usual, and did not lay by my work untill ten o'clock, then was in such violent pain I had to go to bed, have had no rest untill about sundown, far from well, but so much better that I feel so truly thankful, seldom ever suffered more in one day than I have today; hope I did not murmur or ? am sure I did not wish to, and feel very willing to suffer, when it should please God to afflict me, indeed I am so thankful to think my general health is so good; to think for twenty years I was all the time sick, seldom ever able to leave the house, and now, seldom complain, I am sure I should be willing to suffer sometimes, Stump read three chapters in Exodus for me; wrote a note to Ma's; Mr. G. was in bed this morning, but when I went to bed he got up, seems pretty well, the rest in usual health.

December 8th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 19, at twelve 32, at three 42, a clear cold day; killed 24 hogs this morning and 10 this afternoon; several gentlemen called during the day, Ma here this afternoon, I have been better today but fear I have been out too much, Mr. G. not so unwell as usual, recid a letter from Miss B. Anglin, read four chapters in Leviticus

December 9th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 18, at twelve 35, at three 40, a clear cold day, and the wind mostly all this cold spell; several gentlemen called, R. Dougherty dined here, G. King and Stump went home with him to stay all night so Mr. G. and myself are alone tonight, don't suppose we ever staid twenty nights alone in the 33 years (nearly) we have kept house; Mr. Smith and W. Tuck at work here; Mr. G. has not complained so much today, and I feel much better tonight, though had fever all day; read two chapters in Leviticus, and scanned the papers, have not taken time to [read] them for several weeks, but did not feel like I could work and tried to read.

December 10th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 27, at twelve 49, at three 54, a fair day; Mr. Montcrief came about twelve o'clock, still here; no one went to pleasant church today; but Mr. Montcrief; several gentlemen called during the day, Dick here since supper; I am sure I never set steadier to my work than I have today, and finished netting a pair of gloves at nine o'clock tonight, Mattie said she would like to have them; read one chapter in Leviticus,

December 11th (Sunday) Thermometer this [morning] at 26, at twelve 52, at three 54, a fair day, some clouds after twelve; G. King, Stump and myself went to Pleasant grove, heard Mr. Montcrief preach from, "Ye must be born again;" Mr. G. and myself spent an hour at Ma's and one at Capt. Dean's this afternoon, found T. Harrison in bed, and really I think he will never be up again; Mrs. Dean still seems cheerful; Dick Moore, Dr. Carlton, Dr. Willingham and others here this afternoon; read five chapters in Leviticus. and a sermon to Stump tonight.

December 12th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 34, at twelve 54, at three__, a fair day; Mr. B. Tuck and other gentlemen called; Mrs. Graham, Miss E. Thompson, Mrs. V. Mayne; and Ann Brewer spent the afternoon here; Mr. J. Akin here tonight; Ma wished me to go there this morning, I went, found Tyler still in bed but I think some better; had rather an unpleasant visit there, called on Mrs. J. Morton took dinner as it was about ready·, came home before two o'clock·, had a pleasant call there, read two chapters in Leviticus; finished netting a pair of gloves for Mattie; have not been well today, suffered immensely with my hack; wrote a note to Ma's tonight.

13th December (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 311, at twelve 50, at three 54, a fair day, several gentlemen called; T. Frierson here tonight; Mr. R. Crane's carriage came this afternoon to leave some tickets, can't tell who were in it; W. H. Morton came for me so on this morning I spent the day there and been busy all day icing cake, feel ve1y much wearied tonight; scarcely ever had a more severe backache that I have [had] all day; read one chapter in Leviticus. hope I shall hear from Tyler before bedtime, poor boy I feel very uneasy about him.

December 14th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 28, at twelve 46, at three 51, a fair day, Dr. Billups, old Mr. Brewer, and other gentlemen called; T. Tuck here this morning to get help to dig the grave of R. Tuck's child; I spent the day at Joe Morton's again, feel very much fatigued but not so unwell as I was yesterday, though I have not eat as much as half a biscuit during the day; read two chapters in Leviticus.

December 15th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 24, at twelve 47, at three 49, a cloudy day; Dick, Dr. Graham and others here during the day; Mr. G. G. King and Stump went to Mr Crane's (Athens) to the marriage, I could not feel like going, so many of my relatives have died the last 18 months and T. Harrison now in bed, I feel very little like going any where; spent the day at J. Morton's again, and think I have been more unwell today than any day, and yet feel quiet now, nothing but icing the cakes, have to stand and bend over so much; but do hope I can go again tomorrow and can have good luck, and do more than I have any day yet; read two chapters in Leviticus.

December 16th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 34, at twelve 38, at three 38, a rainy day; Dick here twice today; I spent the day at J. Morton's again; felt better all day, than I have for ten days; but not well, have a cold and severe backache; Do hope I shall not be any worse; recid a letter from Miss Lizzie Craige; read two chapters in Leviticus.

December 17th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 46, at three 45, a rainy day, though I think we have had no rain since two o'clock; still cloudy; several called today; wrote a letter to Miss Lizzie Craige; read two chapters in Leviticus. I have been in bed nearly all day with pain in my side, fear it will last me some time, had it two years since and nothing did it any good but mineral water, wish I had some tonight. However I am willing to let it rest with providence, if it be the will of God I should suffer with it again I am willing, only be pleased gracious father to help me bear it as I should, and spare my unworthy life; Bless us all.

December 18th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 30, at twelve 51, at three 52, a fair day; and a beautiful day for church, but not being well had to stay at home, have been on the bed nearly all day; recid a note from Mattie, answered it; Dick, Mattie and the children spent the afternoon here; read through the Index, one sermon to Stump; and four chapters in Leviticus and one in Numbers; do hope I shall feel better tomorrow, and yet I am perfectly willing to be sick, but I wish to help Mrs. Morton and wish to finish soon as possible.

December 19th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 34, at twelve 44, at three 46, a cloudy day I spent the day at Mr. J. Morton's again finished off several cakes, brought four home with me to emboss, was so much fatigued going back and forth I could not stand it; feel much better tonight than I have for some days, read two chapters in Numbers; wrote a note to Mrs. J. Morton. recid a note from Mattie tonight and answered it.

December 20th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 42, at three 39, a cloudy day; had several showers of rain last night; Mrs. J. Morton called this morning; Ma spent the day here; I have been all day again trimming cakes, have trimmed ten large ones, only two more to trim hope I shall make a finish tomorrow, but don't mind it at home, but I think I will never go from home to trim another; read one chapter in Numbers, feel so much for Dick tonight, Mattie and the children started to Atlanta this morning, and he is all alone, must feel lonely and deserted. O my father bless him and make him a true christian. This is my mother's birthday 68 today, she seems well and lively and I hope will continue so for many years to come.

December 21st (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 26, at twelve 34, at three 34, a cloudy morning; think we shall have a more severe night than we have had this season; several called today, I have at last finished my cakes, twelve, think some of them very handsome; feel very much relieved that I am done with it; read three chapters in Numbers. poor Dick he is so lonely tonight

December 22nd (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 16, at twelve 40, at three 42, a cloudy day; Dr. Cox spent the afternoon here, Mrs. Graham and Miss E. Thompson called; I have not been well all day; the rest about the same; read one chapter in Numbers

December 23rd (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 20, at twelve 35, at three 37, a fair day; and a very cold day; Rough Harrison spent the day here, W. H. Morton called this morning then dined here, R. Dougherty also dined here; Mr G. and myself rode over to see Ma this afternoon, found Tyler more comfortable; read three chapters in Numbers; I have been busy fixing up window curtains, and have not been well; wrote a note to Mrs. Joe Morton; Stump is at Dick's and I fear he will go hunting tonight.

December 24th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 20, at twelve 37, at three 40, a fair day, more wind than yesterday; Col. Billups, Dr. Graham and others called; Dow Ferguson, Mrs. Bostick, and eight hog drovers here tonight; I spent the afternoon at Mr. J. Morton's; wrote a letter to 0. S. Porter and two notes to Ma, recid one from her; read two chapters in Numbers

December 25th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 19, at twelve 48, at three 52, a fair day; Dr. H Billups and others called during the day; Mr. Bostick and D. Ferguson still here; wrote a note to Ma this afternoon; read 23 chapters in Numbers and 8 in Deuteronomy; It was so cold and Mr. G. in bed all the morning I did not go to church; but enjoyed the day reading hope Mr G is better tonight, the rest up, I have been suffering very much with my back all day; think there has been as little passing as I ever noticed Christmas, but perhaps it may be more like it tomorrow Bless us O my father and keep us sober, truthful and honest; bless my two children this week, and keep their lips from evil and their tongues from guile.

December 26th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 60, at three 63, a cloudy day; W. Jones and Dick came before breakfast, left after sundown; a number of gentlemen here during the day; run a race between here and W. Mayne's; Mrs. V. Mayne and Miss E. Lee called a few minutes this evening; I spent the day at Mr. J. Morton's, on my feet nearly all day, feel very much fatigued; wrote a note to Mrs. J. Phinizy since l came home; read through two Augusta papers and two chapters in Deuteronomy, hope I shall hear from Tyler tonight; for I really feel very uneasy about him.

December 27th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 59, at three 59, a rainy day; Mr. G. G. King and Stump went to Mr. J. Morton's to the in fair; several gentlemen called; Wrote a letter to Miss M. B. Anglin; read two chapters in Deuteronomy. I have felt better tonight; I could not go to the in fair, so many of my family dying and I have no idea that Tyler will ever be out again; that I really feel unfit for company. "Great God afflict not in thy wrath, The short allotted span
That bound the few and weary days Of pilgrimage to man."

December 28th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 62, at three 60, a cloudy day, with occasional sprinkles of rain; Capt Dean and other gentlemen called; I spent the morning at Mr. J. Morton's; have not felt so well today as I did yesterday; Mr. G. complaining more; the rest in usual health; recid a letter from John Perkins. read three chapters in Deuteronomy.

December 29th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 41, at twelve 41, at three 42, a rainy day; commenced raining about twelve o'clock last night and have had considerable rain, the wind now high, hope it will be a good day tomorrow; Mr. Watson and others called during the day; G. King has been very unwell all day, fear he will be quite sick; Mr. G. has been in bed nearly all day; I have felt better, but O so many unpleasant things to encounter in life; If Mr. G. could only bear his sickness like others, but it hurts me so much to see and hear him do as he does; finished reading Liberty and Necessity by Judge Henry Carlton, He says we have no will, it is sensations and ideas acting on the mind that makes an
here today; wrote a note to Dick, recid an answer; he is better; Mr. G. been complaining all day, but not in bed; I have coughed more today than I have for several, have spent the day reading Kirwan's letters, giving his reasons for leaving the Roman Catholic church and joining a Protestant church; find it very interesting; and instructive as we may learn the rules, regulations and faith of that church; read one sermon tonight and six chapters in Joshua; And now we have lived to begin a new year; Be pleased gracious father to be with us through this year, walk, talk and think with us; grant that each member of my family may he true and devoted Christians before another year; watch over us, keep us in life and in health; I somehow feel that some evil is about to befall us, be pleased to spare our own family, it may be selfish, but it is nature, I donot ask for any to suffer, but be pleased to remember us in mercy, and be pleased to help each member of our family (white and black) to live a better life this year than we ever have; teach us to resist every temptation and keep us from every evil; and grant that this year may be blessed to the conversions of thousands throughout our land.

January 2nd (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 19, at twelve 31, at three 32, a fair cold day; Robert and James Thomas dined here; Mr. G. seems better, the rest in usual health; read two chapters in Joshua. wrote a note to Ma.

January 3rd (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 16, at twelve 32, at three 32, a fair cold day; Dr. Graham spent the morning here; several called; Boyd Tuck here tonight; recid a letter from Mrs. A. J. Porter, wrote one to Miss M. B. Anglin; read one chapter in Judges; finished reading Kirwan's letters, like them very much indeed, Mr. G. been in bed all the afternoon, seems some better now. wrote a note to Ma.

January 4th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 18, at twelve 43, at three 45, a fair day, more wind than we have had for some time, and still from the south; Dr. R. Smith, T. Adams, W. Delony, and Mr. Childs here this afternoon; wrote a letter to Mrs. A. J. Porter; read 8 chapters in Joshua; Mr. G. has been better today than he has for some days; the rest in usual health; help me gracious father to feel always, "that all things work together for good;" and be pleased to teach me and help me to act so as to deserve but the least of thy blessings;"
"Are there no foes for me [to] face? Must I not stem the flood? Is this vile world a friend to grace To help me on to God?

January 5th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 31, at twelve 32, at three 36, a fair cold day, I think most unpleasant day we have had this week oweing to the brisk east wind; Mr. J. Smith here this morning; Col. Billups here this afternoon; read 4 chapters in Joshua. Mr. G. not so well today, sent for the Dr. but he has not come, one of the negro men sick today, hope not very sick.

January 6th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 21, at twelve 30, at three 32, a cold cloudy day; sent for Dr. Moore again this morning, he came down about eleven o'clock; Mr. G. has been in bed all day, has not set up half an hour all day; Col. Billups and others called; Sam seems better; wrote a letter in Mrs. Fielding, wrote and recid several notes.
Read three chapters in Joshua.

January 7th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 40, at three 41, a cold rainy day; several called; wrote a note to Dr. Moore, recid an answer, one to Mrs. S. E. Daniel, recid an answer; read three chapters in Judges and some 4 or 5 newspapers; Mr. G. some better, G. King complains less and I am much better; I have not felt so well today, yet not sick; "Create in me a clean heart O God, and renew a right spirit within me."

January 8th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 41, at twelve 49, at three 56, a cloudy morning, a bright afternoon; Mrs. Joe Morton and her son Henry came here about nine o'clock this morning dined here, then Stump and myself went with her to Capt. Dean's, I called at Ma's a few minutes; only read six chapters in Judges; wrote a note to Dr. Moore, recid one from Dick answered it; Dr. Smith called since supper.

January 9th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 40, at three 51, a foggy morning, a bright afternoon; Mr. Joe Morton called this morning; Ma spent the day here, W. Mayne, Capt. Dean and G. Moore here this afternoon, Dick took supper and set untill eight o'clock; Charles Dean here tonight; wrote a note to Dr. Moore, recid an invitation to a soiree tomorrow night at Dr. Moore's, wish I could go, but if Mr. G. should be well enough the roads are too bad to think of it; read three chapters in Judges. Mr. G. has been quite sick again all day, but seems better tonight. the rest of us in usual health.

January 10th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 34, at twelve 41, at three 46, another foggy morning, bright afternoon; Mr. Brewer and Mr. Turner here this morning; John Moore, Mr. J. Smith and Dr. Moore here this afternoon; W. Mayne and Mr. Towns here since supper; recid a note from Ma, wrote two to her; recid a hansome book from Miss Holland of Augusta, and an ice cream ladle and hair pins from Miss Craige; prize them very highly; read three chapters in Judges; recid a note from Miss P. Holland; Mr. G. is still in bed I can't see that he is any better; the rest up, and I feel better than I have for some weeks;
"Praise ye the Lord, my heart shall join In work so pleasant so divine, My days of praise shall ne'er be past, While life and health and being last."

January 11th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 52, at three 54, another foggy morning, sun this afternoon; Col. Billups, W. Mayne, J. Spurlock and others here during the day, Ma and Mrs. Graham spent the afternoon here; Dick came to supper, left at eight o'clock; Miss E. Thompson spent the morning here, then came here after sundown with Miss E. Lee. both will spend the night; recid a letter and note from Miss R. Richardson, answered her; read one chapter in Judges, Mr. G. about the same.

January 12th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 62, at three 63, a cloudy day, foggy morning; Mr. J. Smith here this morning, Dr. Graham, Dick and Dr. Moore here since dinner; E. Thompson, Stump and myself spent an hour or so at Dr. Cox's this afternoon very pleasantly considering they were strangers; think we will find her a pleasant neighbor; read three chapters in Judges; Mr. G. seems some better, hope he will be up tomorrow;

January 13th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 48, at three 47, a rainy day, still very damp and some wind; Dick and Henry Morton here this morning; James Thomas here now, wrote a letter to John Perkins and one [to] Miss R. Richardson; and note to Ma; read two chapters in Judges; Mr. G. seems better at times then not so well;
Stump complaining tonight, the rest about as usual;

January 14th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 43, at twelve 56, at three 66, a cloudy morning with occasional showers untill after three o'clock, then sun untill sundown; Dick eat breakfast, dinner and supper with us, poor dear boy he is now my greatest trouble; Mr. J. F. Phinizy and daughter here this afternoon, Dr. Moore and Mr. Turner here also, recid a note from Mrs. C. M. Franklin, answered it; read through the book of Ruth, think Mr. G. is some little better, but he had a very bad night, consequently I slept but little; Stump complaining all day; I feel very melancholy "O, for a heart submissive, meek, My dear Redeemer's throne,
Where only Christ is heard to speak, And Jesus reigns alone."

January 15th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 50, at three 54, a fair day; Ma and Dick spent the day here; W. Mayne and John Moore called, recid a note from Miss Lizzie Craige, answered it, and wrote one to Dr. Moore; read several pieces in the Index, one sermon to Stump and three chapters in first Samuel; Mr. G. seems better, but still in bed greater part of the day; Stump still complaining, and Rose very unwell. It has been a pleasant day, and I have thought to going to church so often, but could not leave Mr. G., even if the roads had been so I could have gone.

January 16th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 30, a twelve 54, at three 56, a fair day; several gentlemen called; read three chapters in first Samuel; Mr. G. seems to be better at times, then about the same again. received a note from Dr. Moore, regret very much that he has not been here today; Rose is still suffering with Erysipelus; Stump left this morning, will board in town, I do miss him so much and feel so sad to think when I think of him; have had no pleasure so far in boarding out my children and must feel anxious about him, if he should happen to be a good boy, study, and be sober, truthful, honest and upright, it will be the making of him; but if he should be disipated and neglect his books; O my father, bless my poor dear children; make them sober, steady, truthful, honest, and industrious; be their guide through life, and make them humble and devoted christians,

January 17th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 36, at twelve 46, at three 47, a fair day, wind brisk from the west; Dr. Moore here this morning, W. Mayne here this afternoon, Mr. G. has been quite sick all day, but seems better tonight, Rose is better, wrote Lettice
O,I do thank thee heavenly father for thy great and merciful kindness towards us, I thank thee that I am not suffering as I have since I last wrote; and hope I feel thankful for evil as well as good, for I do confess I enjoy more good than evil, and so much more good than I deserve; O bless us, let us love and serve thee honestly and devotedly the remainder of our lives, let Mr. G. now feel that he is a sinner and seek and serve acceptably;

January 25th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 34, at twelve 66, at three 68, a fair day; Dr. Moore. Dr. Graham, Mrs. Graham, Mrs. Thompson, W. Mayne and wife, Emelin Thompson, Mr. W. Dolony, Mr. D. Langston, and Dick here during the day; recid a note from Stump; wrote one to him and one to Ma; Mr. G. was rather more quiet last night and I think some better today, but still quite sick; I slept very little last night and feel about as I did yesterday; the little negro about the same; read one chapter in First Samuel; 0, my poor children shall I ever see any pleasure with them? Poor Stump says his eyes are so bad he fears he can't study, and every time I see Dick, nearly, he does something to hurt me; poor dear boy he is gone I fear for ever; O my father be pleased to remember me and mine; grant that we may yet do according to thy will.

January 26th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 66, at three 67, a fair day, but some smoke; W. Mayne and wife; Ma, Mrs. Mastin Tuck and daughter, Mrs. Graham; Dr. Abram Hill, Dr. Lawrence; Capt Dean. Col. Billups. Mr. Rankin, Dr. Graham, and others here during the day; Dr. Moore did not come untill after four o'clock, he thinks Mr. G. some better, I hope he is, but he is quite sick now; has not been so comfortable today as yesterday; I slept well last night and have felt pretty well today, but restless and unhappy to see Mr. G. suffer so much; recid a letter from John Perkins. read one chapter in First Samuel. The little [negro] is not so well.

January 27th(Friday) Thermometer this morning at 39, at twelve 45, at three , a fair day; Dr. Graham, Mrs. Graham, Dr. Moore, Mr. and Miss Phinizy, John Moore, Ma, Miss E. Craige, Miss G. Ramey, here today, Dick here to stay all night; Mr. G. has been very sick again today, and I fear no better, still some symptoms are better; I have had no rest today and think I shall have but little tonight; yet I feel truly thankful I am of some service, and am able to be up at all; the little negro about the same; read one chapter in first Samuel. O my poor children bless and direct them, and be pleased to bless my poor husband and fit and prepare them all for eternity. I do hope Mr. G. will be better very soon.

January 28th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 28, at twelve 52, at three _, a fair day; Dr. Moore was here early this morning, said he would be here again tonight but has not yet come, Mrs. H. Brittian and her son Robert, Miss Mattie Lumpkin, and Ma spent the day here; Mrs. J. Morton, Parks Morton, James Lylse, Mr. Holder, Mr. and Mrs. T. Daniel, Miss E. Thompson, Miss E. Lee, W. Mayne; Dick and others here today, Emelin and W. Mayne came again since supper; Dick will stay here tonight; Mr. G. was so sick about nine o'clock last night that I sent for the Dr., Dr. Moore being sick Dr. Joe Carlton came, staid with us until! two o'clock, so I slept very little last night and none today; Mr. G. has rested very well all day and seems some little better; if the Dr. would only come and attend to him now so we could sleep well tonight, for really l feel very much wearied; Stump came home today, and the Dr. says he must not go to school next week; poor fellow I regret it so much on my own account as well as his; read one chapter in first Samuel, wrote several notes.

January 29th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 29, at twelve 55, at three 59, a fair day; Ma spent the day here; Mr. Brewer, John Moore and Mrs. V. Mayne here this morning; Mr and Mrs William Puryear, Mr. and Mrs. W. Morton, Mr. and Mrs. T. Daniel; Mrs. John Phinizy; Mr. Nicolson, Capt Dorsy, Capt Dean, Dr. Abram and Franklin Hill; Mr. Robert and William Hodgson, Robert Thomas, Mr. J. White, Mr. H. Brittian, Mr. W. Rutherford; Mr. W. Carr; Mr. Langston and others I can't now think of here this afternoon Dr. Moore was here last night after supper this morning after breakfast, and said he would be here again tonight. Read three Psalms, wrote a note or two. I somehow hope Mr. G. is some little better, but still quite sick, the little negro is much better. I feel very much wearied.

January 30th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 29, at twelve 62, at three 62, a smoky day, perhaps some clouds; Dr. Graham, Miss E. Thompson, Dr. Moore and Col. Hammond here this morning; Miss A Brewer

February 9th Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve_, at three _, a fair day; On Monday the 30th Mr. G. being sick and having so much company through the day and always untill late bedtime, and being up so much at night, I wrote the above few lines on Monday at three o'clock; didnot see that Mr. G. was any worse, but at four o'clock, he was taken very sick, I thought he would not live twenty-four hours, sent for the phisician and some of my friends; since that time we have set up all the time, I have not had time and seldom even thought of writing, and have not read a chapter in the bible since the 29th at night, read the 89th 90th and 91st Psalm, Mr. G. was awake and seemed to notice the reading; he was taken very ill from the 30th untill his death, the 6th of this month; kept one phisician, either Moore or Carlton all the time with him, Moore was here when he died, helped to shroud and lay him out, purchased his coffin and attended to every thing, being the same he has done for three of my daughters; and never can I forget his great kindness and O my dear friends, surely no one ever had so many or better friends than we have, we have never needed company always had more than enough, and I am sure I never saw friends seem to feel more or more willing to do all they could; he suffered intensely, and perfectly conscious of his situation and perfectly in his senses when he died; I have often thought I had been sick so much, had suffered so much, lost so many children and had gone through so many trials that I could feel for any one, that I knew all about trouble, that no one could tell me any thing, but I now find I was mistaken, all I have ever had was nothing compared to this; I know I have friends, they have proved it, I feel so grateful for all their kindness, and yet I do feel alone, feel like I must now act and think alone; I can safely say I have never concealed a thought from him, sought his advice in every thing, have never willingly offended him, and tried in every thing to please him; and do believe he knew and appreciated it; no one ever had a better husband, I only had to wish for any thing and he gratified the wish if in his power; I seldom ever done the most trifling thing without consulting him, and now what shall I do? I feel like a
babe, no one to guide or direct me; every thing I hear spoken of, my first thought is, "I will tell him;" O how shall I ever get on; Be pleased O my father to bless and direct me; thou hast promised never to leave or forsake me, I feel confident in thy love, and now, O my father draw feelingly and sensibly near to me; let me ever feel thy presence, grant me a double portion of thy spirit, and let me feel I am guided and led by it; do thou be my stay, my support, my comfort, my savior; let me not fear the world or the opinion of the world, but shape my conduct according to thy will; and then my poor dear children, I fear I must never expect any help from my grown son, and O how heart rending to think I must call on strangers instead of my own son; bless him and direct him, let this be the means of making him a christian, O let him change and be a comfort and consolation to me; and my poor little one, it will either make or ruin him; grant O my father that he may be a good boy, let him be sober, truthful, honest and upright, he is my only earthly hope, and O grant that he may not disappoint me; let him feel that he is my only dependence, help him to resist temptation, and do thou keep him from every evil; Bless us O my father and grant us every good thou seest we need; read one chapter in first Samuel, recid a note from Mr. A. J. Turner, answered it, recid one from Mattie answered it, and wrote one to Miss E. Thompson; It would be impossible for me to name a third of the persons that have been here since I last wrote; Dick, Mattie and the children went home this morning, Parks Morton and wife here this afternoon, Miss E. Thomson here tonight; Dr. Church preached Mr. G.'s funeral, from the first verse of the 90th Psalm; how strange that the last words he ever heard read in the bible should accidently be the text of his funeral sermon. For no one knew it but myself.

February 10th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 50, at three 53, a fair day, Dr. Graham, W. Mayne here this morning; Miss Lizzie Craige and Miss G. Ramey spent the day here, Mr. A. J. Turner, Mrs. V. Mayne and others here this afternoon, Ma and two horse drovers here tonight; wrote a note to Mattie recid an answer, read two chapters in first Samuel; my pen is so bad I cannot write

February 11th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 44, at three 47, a cloudy day; W. Mayne, Miss E. Thompson, Miss E. Lee and Mrs. Joe Morton called this morning, Mrs. M. Graham and Mr. and Mrs. Ross Crane here this evening, wrote a note to Mattie recid an answer; scanned several papers, read three chapters in first Samuel. I have been sitting in my room all day, the first time I could feel like I could go, and know I must reconcile it to myself, but O it is so hard, I think I try to feel and act right, be pleased O my father to help me, "O for a heart submissive meek, My dear Redeemer's throne, Where only Christ is heard to speak, And Jesus reigns alone."

February 12th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 28, at twelve 54, at three 58, a fair day; Ma left this morning; Mrs. Susan Mayne and Miss E. Lee spent the morning here; Mrs. T. Moore and her son and Mrs. Thompson spent the day here; Mrs. Joe Morton and son, W. Dean and Rough Harrison here this afternoon, Miss E. Lee here tonight; read one chapter in first Chronicles and one Psalm, wrote a note to Mrs. T. Moore and one to Mattie, this has been a beautiful day, I have so often thought of church, O when shall I ever feel like going out again; Bless us O my father and teach us thy law and thy commandments; help me to fix my heart on thee and on heavenly things, let me not wander or transgress.

February 13th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 30, at twelve 59, at three 61, a fair day, but now cloudy; Dick, Capt Dean and W. Mayne called, Miss Lizzie Craige came this morning here now; read one chapter in first Samuel; I have not felt well today, the rest in usual health. I feel truly thankful that all seems to be going on as well as it is. Bless us O my father and teach us thy law and thy commandments;

February 14th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve_, at three 60, rained nearly all night last night and several showers today, still cloudy; Dick here this morning, Dr. Moore and Col. Billups spent the morning and dined with us, Ma called this afternoon, Miss Lizzie Craige went home this evening; Mattie here tonight; wrote a note to Mrs. Clark; read three chapters in first Samuel; Manerva's hand is hurt, I have not been well today.

February 15th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 59, at twelve 70, at three 68, a fair day, wind rather brisk from the southwest; W. Mayne, Ma, Mrs. Graham, and Emelin Thompson here during the day, Miss E. Lee here tonight; recid a letter from Mr. E. H. Pottle, and one from Mr. O.S. Porter, wrote a note to Mattie, recid an answer; read two chapters in second Samuel; wrote a note to Mrs. Graham, recid an answer; Bless us O my father and teach us thy precepts; grant me a double portion of thy spirit and let me [be] guided by it; O keep my heart from wandering.
"O to grace how great a debtor Daily I'm constrained to be, Let that grace Lord like a fetter, Bind my wandering soul to thee."

February 16th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 36, at twelve 53, at three 58, a fair day, not so much wind as yesterday; wrote a note to Mattie recid an answer; W. Mayne and his wife here this morning; Mrs. John Smith and daughter here this afternoon; Miss Ann and Margaret Tuck here tonight; read one chapter in second Chronicles; "Create in me a clean heart and renew a right spirit within me."

February 17th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 33, at twelve 56, at three 58, a fair morning, cloudy afternoon, commenced raining before dark and still raining; Mr. and Mrs. H. Brittian, Dick and Dr. Hoyt here this morning, Mrs. M. Graham spent the afternoon here; Mattie here tonight, wrote and recid several notes, read two chapters in second Samuel; all in usual health; I feel much better today; and O so thankful that I have so much comfort and consolation, surely no one ever had so many and such kind friends, bless me O my father and grant that I may act so as to deserve their kindness, and be pleased to help me fulfill their most sanguine expectations; grant me a good and a perfect heart and let me serve thee honestly and devotedly and bless my poor children and make them true christians. Col. Billups called this afternoon.

February 18th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 56, at three 58, a rainy day, Mattie left this morning; Ma came just before night to spend the night; I feel much better today; the rest well only G. King complaining of cold; hope he will not be sick; read three chapters in second Samuel. O praise the Lord all ye nations, praise him all ye people, for his merciful kindness is toward us, and the truth of the Lord endureth forever, Praise ye the Lord.

February 19th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 30, at twelve 50, at three 54, a fair day, Dr. Graham, John Moore, W. Mayne Dr. J. Carlton and Dick here during the day, Ma left this afternoon; wrote a note to Mr. A. Graham; read ten chapters in second Samuel; and some in the Index; I have suffered immensely today with toothache, but much better now, have only drank a cup of coffee today; this has been a most beautiful day for church, I can't fix it in my mind how or when I shall ever make a start to go from home again, feel like I have no one to fix for me to go, or to say it is right to go, yet I hope I shall get over it in time, for I will do my best to act right; Be pleased O my father to grant me a double portion of thy spirit, let me be led by it, and let it be manifest to all, and particularly to myself that I am a child of God and an heir of glory.

February 20th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 31, at twelve 55, at three 58, a fair day, Mrs. T. Wray here this evening; Miss E. Thompson here tonight; wrote a note to Ma tonight; I have been in bed nearly all day, but hope I shall be better tomorrow; read one chapter in second Samuel; Be pleased gracious father to make me feel that all things work together for good to them that love thee; O grant that I may love thee more and more and serve thee better and better.

February 21st (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 45, at twelve 59, at three 60, a cloudy day; Dick and Mr. M. Mandeville called; Mr. and Mrs. L. R. L. Jennings spent the morning here; read three chapters in second Samuel; I was quite sick all night last night; and have been in bed greater part of today; Mr. Jennings read and prayed with us this morning; "Create in me a clean heart O God, and renew a right spirit within me, "O that I could do just right; O that my own relatives would not try to take the advantage of me, I don't fear others; it is my own people.

February 22nd (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 69, at three 70, a fair day; Mrs. Susan and Mrs. Virginia Mayne here this afternoon; read through several papers and one chapter in second Samuel; this is the anniversary of Washington's birthday; wrote to the Christian Index, and a note to Mr. T. Crawford; then a note to Ma. recid one from Mattie.

February 23rd (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 72, at three 72, a fair day with a brisk wind from the southwest; Col. Billups and Mrs. M. Graham called this morning; Col. Billups, Mrs. M. Graham and Mrs. Thompson called this afternoon; Parks Morton and wife called at the gate and talked a few minutes; recid a letter from Mrs. S. E. Sessions, wrote one to her and one to Mr. E. H. Pottle; read one chapter in second Samuel, and through the index; was thinking I should hear from Ma's tonight but have not yet; O my poor children, Be pleased O my father to bless and direct them.

February 24th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 54, at three 50, a fair day, with considerable wind; Mrs. Susan Mayne, Mr. and Mrs. Parks Morton, Mrs. Joe Morton and Mrs. T. Daniel spent the day here; Ma, Miss G. Ramey and Mr. T. Daniel here this afternoon; I have felt better all day, but my teeth hurt me some now, do hope they will not be any worse; read one chapter in first Kings; read some in the newspapers tonight; I have enjoyed the day more than I could have expected, but it makes me sad to see my friends come it reminds me so much of Mr. G. and am always thinking I will tell him every thing I hear; I do try to feel right, Be pleased O my father to bless and direct us;

February 25th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 28, at twelve 45, at three 47, a fair day, considerable wind; Dick called twice; Dr. Moore and Mrs. Graham called, James Thomas dined here, finished my letter to Oliver Porter and sent it to the office; read one chapter in first Kings, and several pieces in the Fireside; I have felt much better today but fear I shall not tomorrow, I was out having some flowers set out and fear it will give me a cold; O Lord, my poor children; Be pleased to bless and direct them; poor Dick I do feel so much for him, grant that from this moment he may change, let him be sober, truthful, honest and upright; and a grant that he may seek and serve thee honestly and devotedly; grant that himself and wife may be christians, and raise their children according to thy will; O if I could just help them now as I wish to; and in the way I wish, and if I could only lay my hand on his head, and say, "My poor boy," and be pleased O my father to help me, teach me to look to thee and thee only for my happiness in time and eternity.

February 26th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 25, at twelve 54, at three 56, a fair day, not so much wind today; Capt. Dean and Miss Lizzie Craige here this afternoon; read five chapters in first Kings, and several in the Sepulchers of our departed, like it very much; wrote a note to Dick; I have not felt well, and then I have been very restless all day, O my poor unfortunate boy; Bless him O my father and grant that this affliction my work for his good. And let me feel that all things work together for good.

February 27th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 30, at twelve 59, at three 62, a fair day, Dr. Graham and Mr. Joseph Morton called; I have been busy all day cleaning up and sorting potatoes and such things; read two chapters in first Kings, recid a note from Mattie, answered it; "Teach me to feel another's woe, To hide the fault I see, That mercy I to others show, That mercy shows to me."

February 28th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 45, at twelve 64, at three 68, a fair morning, some clouds this afternoon; Col. Billups called this morning, himself and wife this afternoon also Mrs. Graham; recid a note from Mr. Waddell and one from Mr. J. Carlton; read two chapters in First Kings; do hope I shall hear from Dick and Mattie tonight. Miss E. Thompson and Miss E. Lee called this morning.

February 29th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 65, at three 66, a cloudy day; rained some little this afternoon, and now looks like rain; Judge Willingham called this morning; wrote a note to Mrs. T. M. Daniel, recid an answer, wrote one to Mattie, recid an answer, wrote one [to] Miss M.A. Phinizy; read three chapters m first Kings; have felt very much depressed all day, think I have realized Mr. G's death more today that I have yet done; and feel that I shall feel it more and more every day; Bless us O my father and teach us thy law, O for a heart to praise my God, A heart from sin set free, A heart that's sprinkled with the blood So freely shed for me."

March 1st (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 67, at three_, a fair day; Mr. J. F. Phinizy and daughter and Mr. John Moore and wife spent the afternoon here; I have not felt well all day; have been out more than common and perhaps increased my cold; read or scanned two newspapers; read two chapters in first Kings; yet I feel truly thankful that I am as well as I am; Bless us O my father and keep us from every evil;

March 2nd (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 38, at twelve 70, at three 73, a fair day; no one has been in the house today, Mrs. Mayne and others called at the gate; I have not felt so well today as yesterday; the rest seem well; scanned two newspapers and read two chapters in first Kings. "Create in us clean hearts O God, and renew right spirits within us; cast us not away from thy presence and take not thy holy spirit from us."

March 3rd (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 70, at three 74, a fair day; Mrs. Blanton Hill, Mrs. Noble, and Miss Hill here this morning; Mrs. Susan Mayne and Miss E. Lee here this afternoon; recid a letter from Dr. W. T. Brantly and a note from Mattie; wrote two notes to her; read one sermon and one chapter in first Kings tonight; feel very much gratified that Mrs. Hill came out to see me; she seldom gets out, and then she has gone through the like troubles with me, I do feel truly thankful that Dr. Brantly wrote me, I feel that all my friends have acted kindly towards me.

March 4th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 43, at twelve 70, at three 70, a fair day; Dr. Moore and Capt. Dean here this afternoon; G. King and Stump went to Athens to the Baptist Church; the last sermon that will be preached in that church, or rather the last day, I suppose they will preach there tonight; the new baptist church will be dedicated next Sunday; read in the book of the sepulchers of our departed this morning; read a sermon and two chapters in first Kings tonight; such a beautiful day for church; thought of it so often; but it seems to me I can't think of starting any where, don't know how to begin; O that I could do right; "Let the words of my mouth and the meditations of my heart be acceptable to thee;"

March 5th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 49, at three 51, a rainy day; no one been in the house today; wrote a letter to Dr. W. T. Brantly this morning and a note to Mattie tonight; read one sermon and one chapter in first Kings tonight; I have felt better today, G. King and Stump both complaining; the rest in usual health; "Have mercy upon us O Lord according to thy loving kindness, according to the multitude of thy tender mercies blot out all our transgressions;" Be pleased O my father to bless my poor children, make them sober, truthful, honest and upright; teach them to love and serve thee honestly and devotedly. This is the fifth, just one month ago Mr. G. was here and the last night he lived; O teach us to feel that we too must die; let us be ready; Let us try to serve thee.

March 6th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 72, a three 76, a fair day; Mrs. M. A. Clark and W. H. Morlan here this afternoon, wrote and recid several notes, recid a letter from Mr. T. Wood, Stump and myself rode out to the new ground this afternoon; the first time I have been from home or rather from the yard for two months; I must of course go in the farm, but it makes me feel very sad to go out of the house, every where I go and every way I look I think of Mr. G. and about twelve o'clock I am almost obliged to look up the road to see if he is coming; just one month at twelve o'clock today since he died; I donot wish to have things my way, there is nothing I so much dread as having my own headstrong way; and yet I don't always feel just as I would, O that I could always feel meek and submissive; I hope I donot and have not murmured, I always feel it is right, and am ever ready to trust in God's love, donot feel that he will ever leave or forsake me; yet this poor wicked, deceitful heart, I am so weak I fear if it were in my power I would not have it as it is; bless us O my father and help us to love and serve thee; let us set our hearts and affections on things above; read three chapters in Second Kings.

March 7th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 79, at three 81, a fair day; Mrs. Susan Mayne spent the day here; Mrs. M. Graham spent two hours here this afternoon, Mrs. Harris, Mrs. H. Nesbit and Mrs. Frierson came at three o'clock and left at five; I have spent the day very pleasantly only had to strain my voice too much when speaking to Mrs. Mayne; read one sermon tonight and two chapters in Second Kings; G. King and Stump seem better;

March 8th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 56, at twelve 79, at three _, a fair day; Col. J. Billups called this morning and again this afternoon, Mrs. Dr. Cox and Miss E. Thompson spent the afternoon here; Stump and G. King seem better, several negroes complaining; read through two papers, and one chapter in second Kings; gracious father be with me and keep my lips from evil and my tongue from guile.

March 9th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 52, at three 54, a fair day, with high winds from the west; no one here today; I have been busy again in the garden; the sick all seem better but Nett, her jaw still pains her; read some sermons and two chapters in second Kings.
"O for a faith that will not shrink Though pressed by every foe,
That will not tremble on the brink Of any earthly woe."

March 10th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 38, at twelve 52, at three 54, another cool windy day, James Thomas came this morning; Mrs. M. Graham here this afternoon, Mrs. Joe and Mrs. P. Morton called at the gate; read two chapters in second Kings; wrote a note to Mrs. J. Morton, my sick ones seems better; I have felt more melancholy and dejected yesterday and today I think than I have at all; it seems that I begin to feel or to realize my situation more, O my father bless and direct us.

March 11th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 31, at twelve 57, at three 64, a fair day; Mrs. Mordecai Edwards and Dick here this afternoon. Mattie and the children here tonight; recid a note from Mattie and answered it; read two chapters in second Kings. finished reading The Speulchres of our departed, like it very much indeed; Stump went to Athens to the dedication of the new baptist church, (by Dr. W. T. Brantly) I have looked forward to it with considerable anxiety, did not know when untill a few days past, but have expected it for some months; and then could not think of going; the more I think of going out, the more I dread it, and then such a crowd, I feel like I would have been thinking of Mr. G. all the time; I know I must conquer these feelings, and will try; be pleased O my father to help me to do right, bless us in time and in eternity.

March 12th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 65, at three 66, a smoky day and very high winds; and now very high, every thing being so very dry I feel very restless thinking of fire; but sincerely hope we shall not have any accident or misfortune to befall us; Mattie and the children left this afternoon; several called at the gate during the day, and some sent for flowers; read through one paper and four chapters in second Kings: "Deliver me, O Lord, from mine enemies; I flee unto thee to hide me,"

March 13th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 27, at twelve 50, at three 53, a fair day, very little wind today; Dr. Graham, Mrs. W. Brewer, Mrs. M. Graham, Miss E. Thompson, Dr. W. T. Brantly and Mr. L.R.L. Jennings here this morning; recid a letter from Miss Lizzie Craige and one from Mrs. A J. Porter; also a note from T. Harrison answered it, and wrote a note to Ma tonight; read one chapter in second Kings; and a sermon tonight; Be pleased O my father to root out every spark of vanity, pride and self love, and let me be meek and lowly; "O for an humble contrite heart, Believing, true, and clean, Which neither life nor death can part, From him that dwells within,"

March 14th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 31, at twelve 56, at three 58, a fair day, more wind than yesterday, but not very high; Miss Sarah Frierson came this morning, here now, Mrs. Graham here this afternoon; wrote a note to Ma, recid an answer; recid a box and note from Miss Lizzie Craige, recid a note from Mrs. Dean; read three chapters in second Kings; Bless us O my father and teach us to resist every temptation;

March 15th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 34, at twelve 54, at three 64, a fair day, considerable wind.

March 16th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 58, at three 58, a cloudy day, wind from the east and brisk; my mother sent for me yesterday morning before day, Miss S. Frierson and myself went and come home this morning after breakfast; found her quite sick, left her better but still quite unwell; Col. Billups and Dr. Moore called here yesterday, several gentlemen called today; recid a note from Mrs. S. Maxwell, and one from Mr. W. Dougherty answered them; read one chapter in second Kings last night and one tonight; I have not felt well for two days, but do sincerely hope I shall not be sick.

March 17th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 49, at three 52, a rainy day with high east winds, wrote a note to Ma, recid an answer several negroes here today, and Dick dined here; I have been in bed all day with toothache, feel some better now, but not able to be up, read one Psalm; can write no more; Bless us O my father and help us.

March 18th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 50, a twelve 56, at three _ a rainy day;

March 19th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 66, at three 72, a cloudy morning, bright afternoon; Mrs. M. Graham spent the morning here, Dr. Moore called, Mrs. S. and Mrs. V. Mayne here this afternoon; I was in bed all day yesterday and today again and not able last night to write, Mrs. Joe Morton and Mrs. Calvin Johnson here yesterday, Miss E. Thompson and Miss E. Lee called this morning; I could not see to write or read yesterday, Miss Frierson read a chapter in John for me; I read three in second Kings today; Miss Frierson left this evening; wrote a note to Miss E. Thompson recid an answer; I feel much better tonight, and do hope I shall be well soon, Ms is quite sick I must try to go to see her tomorrow, feel very uneasy about her, fear she will not recover; have so may bad dreams and so many of my family sick and so many have died of late that I feel uneasy when any are sick; but still hope for the best, and feel perfectly satisfied that all is right, Teach us O my father to bow with meek submission to thy will; bless my poor dear children.

March 20th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 60, at three 68, a fair day with high winds;

March 21st (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 35, at twelve 59, at three 64, a fair day;

March 22nd (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 33, at twelve 67, at three 68, a fair day

March 23rd (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 64, at three 70, a cloudy day, and several sprinkles of rain; Tuesday morning the 20th I went over to Ma's, found her better than I expected; but quite, I was very unwell all and sitting up and fatigue has kept me sick untill yet; came home tonight and really I never wanted to see home half so much in my life; have been home sick all day, and have slept so little the last ten days, that I am nearly worn out; I think I left Ma much better, and can see no reason why she should not get well, still I dream so many portentious dreams that I am sometimes afraid she will not; several neighbors have been there, I recid one note from Stump, some three or four from G. King. and one today from Miss Frierson, have written several notes, and last Tuesday morning wrote a letter to Miss Lizzie Craige; read a chapter in the Testament every night, untill tonight read three in first Chronicles; feel so happy to be at home, that I have set up untill after nine without being very sleepy, but do miss Mr. G. so much, when I staid from home with the sick he always met me and seemed so pleased to have me come home, But where and when do I not miss him.

March 24 (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 51, at twelve 61, at three 62, a fair day, wind high, I am just about leaving home again, going to see Ma, heard this morning that she was better; hope shall find her so; Mr. H. Brittian, Mr. L. R. L. Jennings, Mr. Smith and Mr. Hancock here today, recid two notes from Miss E. Thompson, one from Mrs. Graham, answered them; had plants set out, and all my little fixings attended to, so that I may stay if necessary at least till tomorrow, read one chapter in first Chronicles; Miss Ann and Miss Margaret Tuck have just come in to spend the afternoon, but my going away will shorten their visit.

March 25 (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 58, at three 59, a fair day.

March 26 (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 31, at twelve 50, at three 55, a fair day,

March 27th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 27, at twelve 52, at three 56, a fair day.

March 28th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 31, at twelve 58, at three 62, a fair day.

March 29th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 30, at twelve 65, at three 67, a fair day.

March 30 (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 35, at twelve 71, at three 72

March 31st (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 43, at twelve 71, at three 72

April 1st (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 49, at twelve_

April 2nd (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 70, at three 69

April 3rd (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 66, at three 67, a fair day, I went to Ma's the 24th and have just returned, my poor mother died the 31st of last month, was buried the first of April; I have never gone through just such a time in my life before, so many things to attend to, and no one to help me, and then the death and sickness of my mother, loss of sleep, anxiety of mind and every thing of that sort, I feel almost worn out; I feel so truly thankful that I have been permitted to attend to her, that my health and strength was sufficient, and then I feel so truly thankful to G. King for his great kindness, if I had been his own sister he could not have done more or been more considerate than he has; and then our neighbors have been kind and attentive, Be pleased gracious father to bless all my friends for their great kindness towards me; I read a few chapters in the testament every night I could, but several nights had no possible opportunity to read; came home this afternoon found every thing in perfect order, nice and straight, all seem pleased to see me; three negroes complaining tonight, Dr. Moore called, eat supper with us, and prescribed for the sick; read one chapter in first Chronicles, wrote a note to Mattie, and feel not only greatly fatigued but dread going through the business of my mother's estate, fear I shall have to administer myself and whether I do or not I shall [have] some trouble with Tyler Harrison, I see he is hound to give me all the trouble he can, Dr. Church preached Mother's funeral on Sunday afternoon from the 27th verse of the first chapter of Colossians, read the 14th chapter of John before preaching

April 4th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 74, at three 80, a cloudy morning, had several sprinkles of rain; a bright afternoon; Miss M. Phinizy and Miss A. Moore here this afternoon; wrote a letter to Mrs. E. Cox, one to Mrs. S. Sessions, and one to Miss L. Craige; have not written or recid a note; Capt. Dean here this afternoon, read a chapter in first Chronicles; several complaining but hope nothing serious.

April 5th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 77, at three 80, a fair day; and still windy; wrote a letter to Mrs. W. Lanier, wrote a note to Mattie this morning, recid an answer; I rode down with Stump this afternoon to see Mrs. Mayne found her up and much better than I expected to see her; read four chapters in first Chronicles; I have felt much better today, sent for some mineral water (to the Helicon spring) think it has helped me very much indeed.

April 6th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 51, at twelve 82, at three 83, a fair day, Dick came this morning with the children, left them with me; Miss A Smith here this afternoon; I have been busy all day moving and washing my flowers, planting flower seed and such like; wrote a note to Dick, recid a letter from Oliver Porter, answered it, read one chapter in first Chronicles. several negroes still complaining.

April 7th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 55, at twelve 80, at three 83, a fair day, but still windy; Dick came to breakfast and took the children home with him, Mr. M. Edwards called this afternoon, George Graham came after supper and set untill after nine o'clock; I feel very much gratified to think our friends come to see us in our affliction; read one chapter in first Chronicles; I have been busy again today washing and arranging my flowers, it will take me a day or two more to get through; feel very much fatigued and sore, but my side hurts me less indeed has not hurt me any today, and think it is the water, feel sure I could not have done half as much as I have if I had not had it to drink, the sick all seem better, finished planting corn today, new ground too.

April 8th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 83, at three 87, a fair day, still windy, Stump and myself rode to the ney [new?] ground this morning and called to see old Mr. Brewer, he looks badly but is up and seems lively; Mr. G. Williams and Dick here this afternoon; I have not felt well today but my side does not pain me; read through the Index, 17 chapters in first Chronicles and two in second Chronicles; did think I would go to church this morning, but could not fix it in my mind to start, but think I will try to go next sabbath, if I can possibly do so, It has been so long since I was from home I can't make up my mind to start, and then so much sickness and death I don't feel like going; bless us O my father and help us to do thy will on earth as that will is done in heaven; I would that every word, action and thought could be according to thy will. "Search me O God and know my thoughts, try me and know my heart and see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting"

April 9th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 67, at twelve 87, at three 88, a fair day but still too much wind; James Mayne and his sons here this morning, Dick here this afternoon; Mrs. Morton and Miss Crane called at the gate; wrote a note to Mr. A M. Jackson, one to Mr. A M. Scudder, and one to Mr. H. S. Brittian, recid answers; wrote a letter to Mrs. T. Hundly; read two chapters in second Chronicles; I have not felt so well again today; think I have taken fresh cold.

April 10th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 87, at three 90, a fair day, still high winds; several called at the gate but I think no one has been in the house; Mattie wrote for me this morning to go over and see a sick negro, I went soon after dinner, found her quite sick; wrote and recid several notes; read one chapter in second Chronicles; I have felt much better today, walked out to the field where the negroes were at work, and rode over to my mother's place in the heat of the day, and so far have not felt any bad effects; Be pleased gracious father to help me through with all my labor and difficulties, my friends to have confidence in me, grant O my father that I may not disappoint them, do thou help and instruct me, let me ever look to thee for counsel and advice;

April 11th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 87, at three 87, a cloudy day, and very windy; though more sunshine that cloud; Stump and myself went to town this morning; called at Mr. T. M. Daniel's. Dr. Moore, Mr. H. S. Brittian, Mr. J. F. Phinizy and Mr. A. M. Jackson, met me there and Mr. Jackson granted me letters of administration on my mother's estate; I then went to the bank (Dr. Moore went with me) and renewed my note there; dined with Mrs. Daniel, called on Mrs. Stone, and on Mrs. Hodgson, found Mr. R. Hodgson very low, they are expecting him to die; came home before sundown; Dr. Cox called just before I came home and left me a banana tree, but I very much fear it is dead; read one chapter in second Chronicles and one Psalm; I tried to ask grace this morning to act right during the day, and do earnestly hope I have not done any thing to hurt any one, in any way or myself either

April 12th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 72, at three 75, a fair day; some wind yet, Mrs. Graham called this morning, went with me to Ma's, came back before ten called again, found Mrs. P. Rhodes here, she came home from Florida, her people did not receive her letter, consequently did not meet her at the depot, herself and nephew walked here; they staid untill after four o'clock; W. and J. Moore spent an hour here this afternoon; I feel better today, yet my side has not felt well all day; read one chapter in second Chronicles, wrote a note to Mattie; recid a letter from Miss Lizzie Craige.

April 13th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 55, at twelve 78, at three 80, a fair day. still more wind than we like; Capt. Dean and Dick called; Mattie and the children spent the afternoon here; wrote and recid several notes; I have felt some better as to health today, but my feelings have been disturbed more than common; read one chapter in
second Chronicles; "Create in me a clean heart, O God and renew a right spirit within me;" "Cast me not away from thy presence, and take not thy holy sp111l from me."

April 14th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 47, at twelve 79, at three 82, a fair day, still more wind than pleasant; Stump and myself went to town this morning to see Mr. T. R. R. Cobb, I feel much better satisfied than I did before I saw him; hope all will work round right; Bless me O my father and grant that I may do right, give me strength
and grace to act so as to deserve the confidence and respect of my friends; Mr. T. M. Daniel and lady here this evening; I called to see Mrs. F. A Stone and Mrs. T. Wray this morning; read one chapter in second Chronicles, wrote a note to Mr. A Graham, one to W. Mayne, one to Capt. Dean, one to Mr. J. F. Morton, and one to Dick tonight; O for wisdom and understanding to act aright.

April 15th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 55, at twelve 79, at three 79, a cloudy morning, thought of going to church this morning, but for the clouds and both drivers complaining; Dick, Mattie and the children here this afternoon; wrote a note to Dr. Moore and one to Mr. H. S. Brittian, recid answers and recid a note from Mr. Joseph Morton; read through the Index and fourteen chapters in second Chronicles, then since supper read a sermon to Stump and G. King; I have not been well again today, but feel better tonight; Bless me O my father and keep me from every evil, grant that I may grow in grace and in favour with God and man.

April 16th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 70, at three 75, a cloudy morning, but no rain; Col. J. Billups called this morning, Mrs. Boyd Tuck called a few minutes this morning; Mrs. S. Mayne and Mrs. P. Rhodes here this afternoon; also Dr. Carlton; wrote a note to Mrs. Graham, recid an answer, one to Mattie, recid an answer; T. Cobb called this morning to instruct me; tomorrow is the day appointed for the appraisement of my mother's estate; O that all things may work right, be pleased gracious father to grant me wisdom, let the words of my mouth and the meditations of my heart be acceptable to thee always; read two chapters in second Chronicles, four field hands laid up today, I have not been well, but better.

April 17th(Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve , at three, a fair day; I went over to Ma's this morning very early; the appraisers met about eight o'clock, only G. King he did not come untill nine, Dr. Macon and W. Jones came early, Dr. Macon seemed very angry and if Dr. Moore had not come I think it would have been a bad business, but he assisted us greatly; Tyler Harrison cut up some rare swells but seemed good humoured when we left; hope he will now be satisfied and do like other people, but have my fears about them all, they really do so different from other people that I never know what to say or do where they are; Mrs. Graham and Mrs. Rhodes spent the day there with me, I do feel so very thankful to my many good friends and then do thank God for his great and merciful kindness to me; I am such a poor useless creature and need so much help and my friends are so good to me; I have never passed through just such a day in my life, feel very much fatigued tonight, and then have to go to Watkinsville tomorrow if I possibly can, hope I shall feel well and gel through as well as I did today; read one chapter in second Chronicles.

April 18th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 66, at three 60, a rainy day; G. King, Stump and myself went to Athens this morning, I called at Miss Sissons untill the appraisers fixed up the list, Dr. Moore came in to see me and gave me the papers, I intended going to Watkinsville but as it rained so much and any day this week will do I came home intending to go the first good day; I think no one has been here today; wrote a note to Dick, recid one from Mattie and one from Mrs. W. Dougherty; I have been out too much yesterday and today; fear I have taken cold; read two chapters in second Chronicles; Dr. Moore gave me a Chinese Tea plant this morning, I prize it very much and thank him so much for his kindness.

April 19th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 52, at three 54, a rainy day, but very little rain either day; Dick sent for me early this morning, but I did not feel well, the morning was inclement, and three gentlemen or men there drinking, so I did not go, then just as I eat dinner Mattie wrote for me saying several negroes were sick, but heard all three men were still there and ripping and swearing, so I sent for Dr. Moore, he went this evening, called here on his return and took supper, he prescribed for four negroes here, but all up; read one chapter in second Chronicles.

April 20th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 66, at three 74, a cloudy morning, a bright afternoon; Dick and Mattie here this morning; Ann Brewer spent the afternoon here; Dr. J_ Carlton, W. H. Morton, Mr. J. F. Phinizy called; a traveler here tonight; wrote and recid several notes, read one chapter in second Chronicles. Pompey seems better, Peter and Ginie still taking medicine; I think I feel worse tonight, and Stump complaining more. I have some thought of going to Watkinsville tomorrow and really dread it as I feel so very unwell; I have just recid a note from Dr. Moore saying Mr. Jackson is in Athens, so I will go there in the morning and save my long ride.

April 21st (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 84, at three 82, a fair day; but still windy; Dow Fergerson came this morning still here; Miss Ann and Margaret Tuck here this afternoon; Stump and myself went to town this morning, I called at Mr. S. Reeses to see Mr. A. M. Jackson; finished with him, went with Tyler Harrison to see Mr.
T. R. R. Cobb; I then called on Mrs. John Billups, on Dr. Reese (who is very sick) did not see him, then on Mrs. Clark, and came home to dinner; I have felt more unwell today than I have for some weeks, only cold and do hope I will not be sick; Peter still taking medicine, Stump still complaining; recid a letter from Mrs. William Fielding; read two
chapters in second Chronicles.

April 22nd (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 65, at twelve 74, at three 77, a fair day, still too much wind to be pleasant; Mrs. Susan Mayne called this morning; Dr. Moore came this afternoon to see Peter prescribed for him and myself, I have not felt so unwell for weeks as I have yesterday and today; Mrs. P. Rhodes, Mrs. V. Mayne, and Dick with his wife and children here this afternoon, Mis. Joe Morton and daughter also called; I have been in bed greater part of the day, but read nearly through the Index, four chapters in second Chronicles and six in Ezra

April 23rd (Monday) Thermometer this [morning] at 63, at twelve 73, at three 74, a cloudy day, sprinkled several times, but not enough to wet a napkin; Stump and myself rode over to Ma's this morning, I fixed the work for the servants and tried to hire and rent the negroes and land to Capt. Dean; several called during the day, Dow Fergerson here yet; Peter still laid up and I can' t see that he is any better; Dublin complaining; Stump still on the sick list; wrote a letter to L. J. Deupree; read one chapter in Ezra. Teach me to feel at all time, that "all things work together for good to them that love God."

April 24 (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 57, at twelve 76, at three 76, a fair day; Mrs. Graham and Mrs. W. Mayne spent the morning here; Miss Sarah Frierson came this morning, Mrs. A. J. Porter came soon after dinner; Dick and Rough came this morning with the little children, Mary staid untill after dinner, I have not been well today but better, only my side has troubled me more than usual; Peter and Dublin still taking medicine; Capt. Dean called this evening; wrote a note to Dr. Moore, recid two from him, read one chapter in Ezra, I feel very melancholy tonight, when Mrs. Porter left last fall, Mr. G. and Ma were both living, now they are both gone, Bless and direct us O my father, and teach us thy law.

April 25th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 66, at three 67, a fair day, quite cool and still windy; Dr. Moore called to see the sick, think they are better; I have felt better but not well; wrote and recid several notes, read two chapters in Ezra­ "Create in me a clean heart O God, and renew a right spirit within me."

April 26th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 45, at twelve 68, at three 72, a fair day, still too much wind; Miss Frierson went up this morning with Mrs. Porter and myself, she staid at home, we returned to dinner; Mr. W. Delony and Mr. J. Sledge here this afternoon; I called to see Mrs. Martha Clark, then called at Mr. T. Daniel's untill Mr. A. M. Jackson came and after we completed our business I called on Mrs. T. Moore a few minutes; read two chapters in Nehemiah. I feel some hope my sick ones are better today, I have felt better than I have for some days, and particularly after taking the ride and exercise I did.

April 27th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 70, at three, a fair day, and less wind than we have had; Dr. Smythe and wife called this morning, then called just as we finished eating dinner, and set down and eat with us; Col. John Billups and Dr. Billups called soon after dinner, then Dr. Moore; Stump and myself rode over to Ma's this evening to see the sick negroes, found them looking better than I expected, read one chapter in Nehemiah.

April 28th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 61, at three 67, a cloudy day with occasional sprinkles of rain but not enough to wet a sheet; Dick called twice; Mrs. F. A Stone, Miss O. Crane, and Miss Vincent (I think) and two gentlemen called this afternoon; wrote and recid several notes read one chapter in Nehemiah.

29th April (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 64, at three 68, a dark cloudy morning, had some little rain last night, but not half as much as we think we need , the morning was too unpleasant to go to church; Dr. Moore called this morning, my sick ones seem better, Mrs. P. Rhodes Mrs. W. Mayne and Mrs. P. Winter called, they went to Pleasant grove church, expected a sermon (but I did not expect any one to be there) Mr. Barret met with them there read and prayed, then met in conference, three members called for letters of dismission, which were granted, they called here to get me to write a letter for Mrs. Winter, I have felt better today than I expected; read nine chapters in Nehemiah and through Esther;

April 30th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 49, at twelve 70, at three 75, a fair day, and still windy; I think no one has been here today; read six chapters in Job; wrote and recid several notes; I have felt better today than I have for some months, and taken more exercise, my side has not pained me untill since supper; think I have been on my feet too much; the negroes all better; "Though affliction cometh not forth of the dust, neither doth trouble spring out of the ground; yet man is born unto trouble, as the sparks fly upward."

May 1st Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 66, at three 69, a fair cool day and still too much wind don't think I ever knew so much wind, we have had [no?] day without wind for more than two months; Dick and Oto here this morning; wrote and recid several notes; read eight chapters in Job; "Man that is born of woman is of few days, and full of trouble." Each of us have our troubles and difficulties to encounter; and yet I must think we have more good than evil and so much more good than we deserve, "Judge not the Lord by feeble sense, But trust him for his grace, Behind a frowning providence, He hides a smiling face;"

May 2nd (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 68, at three 73, a fair day, still too much wind; Mrs. Westmoreland here this morning, Mrs. Porter spent the day at Dick's; Wrote a letter to Miss Lizzie Craige, and one to Mr. Thomas Wood; read four chapters in Job; the sick all better, and I do feel so very thankful, hope we will all get well soon;

May 3rd (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 74, at three 76, a fair day; Col. Billups called this morning, Dr. Moore this afternoon; wrote a letter to Mrs. William fielding, wrote and recid several notes; read one chapter in Job; Be pleased gracious father to help me through with all my affairs safely, grant that I may not do any thing to wound my friends, let me not disappoint them, let me grow in grace and in favour with God and man;

May 4th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 56, at twelve 80, at three 84, a fair day, and less wind than we have had; Dick here this morning; Mrs. M. Graham, Dick and the children here this afternoon; recid a letter from my aunt Mrs. Eliza Cox, and one from Mr. John Leonard; wrote and recid several notes; read two chapters in Job; I have been suffering with my side more than usual and feel very much dejected, fear I shall never recover, and then I would be so pleased if I could only be well enough to attend to my business, it seems I have more to do than I ever had or ever expected, and will if I can have still more on my hands, and my mind will necessarily be exercised more than usual, Bless me O my father and grant me health and strength to get through, It is my intention to do right, "let the words of my mouth and the meditations of my heart be acceptable to thee" always ­

May 5th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 56, at twelve 86, at three 88, a fair day and still too much wind; we or rather our gardens are nearly burnt up and the small grain I think too far spent to be benefitted by rain; but it is all right, all for the best; Dick, Mattie and the children spent the day here, James Thomas here now; read five chapters in Job; I have felt better today, but very much dejected, don't think I ever felt more melancholy in my life; I have many things to trouble me; but I believe Tyler and Rough Harrison do more and are the greatest trouble I have; but I do hope I will be enabled to bear it, and not only so, but do right in every thing; Bless me O my father and grant that I may act so as to keep out of every difficulty;

May 6th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 86, at three 82, a fair day, still windy; looked like clouding up but the wind prevented; Mrs. Porter, Stump, James Thomas, Dick and Mattie went the comer to church; all came back to dinner; Mr. and Mrs. Bonds and their two children came early and spent the day; so I have had a crowd all day, and could not read, read a page of the Index before they came and no more untill since supper, read four chapters in Job; I feel so very anxious to hear a sermon, but I really donot know how to make a start; think I will try to get off next sabbath if nothing happens to prevent; the family all seem in better health than they have for some weeks, my side still pains me, sometimes I think it better, then feel like it will never be well again. Bless us O my father and fit and prepare us for every thing we may have to encounter;

May 7th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 87, at three 88, a fair day, still windy; I went to Watkinsville this morning, Stump went with me and Mrs. Porter went as far as Athens to take the carrs going to Penfield; I felt very sad to part with her; only five months since she was here last and Mr. G. and Ma both died during her absence; I arrived in Watkinsville at 9 1/2 o'clock, called at Mr. Richardson' s untill near twelve, when the court was opened, then went and after my mother's will was proved and recorded, went back to Mr. R' s, dined and left there about four o' clock, Miss R. Richardson came home with me; hope she will stay some time; read one chapter in Job, feel very much fatigued, my side has not pained me so much today as I expected; we got through our business too without any difficulty, and do feel truly thankful; I thank thee gracious father for thy great and merciful kindness towards me, teach me to love and serve thee.

May 8th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 84, at three 82, a cloudy day, but still too much wind; we need rain I think very much indeed; Dick and Mattie here twice, left the children here all day; Mr. J. Morton, Mr. A. Graham and Mr. P Steward here this morning, Mr. [?] and Mr. Taylor, and Dr. Moore here this afternoon; I have not written or received a note during the day; have felt much better than I could possibly expect to after being so much fatigued yesterday; the rest seem well; do hope we will be well and get on well; read two chapters in Job;

May 9th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 61, at twelve 78, at three 78, a rainy day, but not enough to wet the ground, scarcely to lay the dust; I think no one has been here today; read four chapters in Job; think my side feels better than it has for some days; the rest seem well; Bless us O my father in time and in eternity;

May 10th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 56, at twelve 67, at three 70, another cloudy day, some little rain but not enough to wet the ground yet; Stump, Miss R. Richardson and myself went over to Ma's this afternoon, came home before sundown, a traveler (Mr. Newson) here tonight; read one chapter in Job; I have still better today do hope I will be well and enjoy good health, nevertheless, not my will, but thine be done; only grant me O my Father a good and perfect heart; "O for a heart submissive meek, My dear Redeemer's throne Where only Christ is heard to speak, And Jesus reigns alone."

May 11th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 49, at twelve 70, at three 70, a fair day; Mrs. Ross Crane, Miss 0. Crane and W. H. Morton called this afternoon; Mr. Newson here again tonight; read four chapters in Job; I have felt very much depressed all day; help me O my father and teach me thy law and thy commandments; recid a note from Mrs. M. A. Hardin.

May 12th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 61, at three 64, a cloudy day, some little rain; Capt. Dean here this morning; recid a letter from Mrs. T. Hundly, and a note from Mr. B. Tuck; read two Psalms; "Cast me not away from thy presence and take not thy holy spirit from me."

May 13th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 56, at twelve 77, at three 80, a cloudy morning with distant thunder untill after nine o'clock; therefore we did not go to church, fearing it would rain; but had a pretty day; Capt Dean and Dick here this afternoon; Miss R. Richardson, Stump and myself went to Mr. Graham's after five o'clock, came home about sundown; read through the Index and seventeen chapters or rather seventeen Psalms; I have felt better today than I have for some weeks, but my side still troubles me; the rest seem in usual health.

May 14th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 82, at three 84, a fair day, hope we shall not have any rain now before Saturday; Miss R. Richardson and myself spent the morning at Ma's place; Emelin Thompson and Mrs. Rhodes called this morning and then again this evening spent an hour; wrote a note to L. J. Deupree and one to Mattie recid one from her; read four Psalms; I have not felt well again today, and Funny laid up today;

May 15th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 84, at three 86, a fair day, Dr. Hoyt here this morning, Dr. Moore here this afternoon; read two Psalms; finished reading Beulah by Miss Augusta J. Evans; It is certainly well written, upon the whole, like it very well, have not space or time to comment;

May 16th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 82, at three 84, cloudy nearly all day, commenced thundering before one o'clock, and commenced raining about sundown; but so far have had very little; Miss R. Richardson and myself went over to Ma's this morning; came home about eleven o'clock, I was busy all this morning and Monday morning fixing up things for the sale, do hope we shall have a good day tomorrow and that all things will work right, read three Psalms; Mrs. General Hardin and Mrs. R. Taylor here this afternoon; I feel much better than I expected after taking so much exercise; Bless us O my father and help us to do thy will on earth, as that will is done in heaven.

May 17th(Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 79, at three 82, a fair day, had a cloud with thunder and wind about five o'clock, but very little rain, not enough to run; this was the sale of the perishable property at my mother's, I went there very early, and have been on my feet nearly all day, feel very much fatigued, eat no breakfast (as I only take half a cup of coffee every morning) drank two cups of coffee for my dinner, and eat only a few mouthfuls for supper; but every thing passed off very well today, so feel very much gratified to think T. Harrison and W. Jones behaved so well; read two Psalms; Bless us O, my father and help us through the day tomorrow, hope we shall get through well, and finish selling and take all the notes, and deliver all the property tomorrow; I thank thee gracious father for thy great and merciful kindness towards us; O let me ever thank thee and praise and adore thy great and holy name, for all thy blessings; and let me prove it by my conduct;

May 18th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 59, at twelve 82, at three 82, a fair day untill after three, then a thundercloud, with some rain; I spent the day at Ma's again today; finished selling before three, but did not deliver all, and must be there again tomorrow, hope we shall get through; Dr. Moore promised to be there and I feel so thankful to him for his kindness and attention, can't tell what we would have done without him, and all my friends have been so kind and good to me; I have been on my feet all day again, and almost worn out; read three Psalms.

May 19th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at_, at twelve 76, at three 77, a fair day, with pretty high winds; Miss R. Richardson and myself went to Ma's this morning, Dr. Moore came about ten o'clock, we arranged things but did not finish taking notes; several called today; recid a note from Mrs. S. H. Maxwell; read one Psalm. I have not felt well at all today, but do hope I shall feel better soon; still I must be troubled some as long as T. Harrison acts and speaks as he does; Bless me O, my father and teach me to bear and forbear;

May 20th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 78, at three 82, a fair day, Miss R. Richardson, Stump and myself went to town intending to hear Dr. Mell, but he was absent, no preaching in the baptist or presbyterian churchs, Mr. Crawford preached in the methodist church; Miss Richardson expected to find her bonnet there, was disappointed and would not go to church, Stump went in the methodist church, but a great part of the congregation left, he among the others, so we all came home, arrived at half after twelve; I think we have had no company today; read seven Psalms, and some in the Index; I feel better today than I expected, but my side still troubles me.

May 21st (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 51, at twelve 86, at three 88, a fair day, but still too much wind; Miss R. Richardson went to town this morning will return tomorrow; Mr. W. Brewer here this morning; recid several notes, answered them; read five Psalms; I have been looking over the things I bought at my mother's sales, so have felt very melancholy all day, Mattie wrote me tonight she thinks Fannie not so well; I feel uneasy about her, and don't know what is best to be done; guess I shall have to bring them over here, as it will be impossible for me to attend them there as I should; O, the troubles and difficulties we have to pass through in this world; Be pleased O my father to help me, let me not faulter, show me that straight and narrow path thou hast appointed for me, and be pleased to walk with me, let me not stumble or fall, let me lean on thee for support; "let the words of my mouth and the meditations of my heart be acceptable to thee always.

May 22nd (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 90, at three 71, a fair morning, had a thunder cloud after one o'clock, and now at nine, distant thunder; Dick here this afternoon; wrote and recid several notes; Miss R. Richardson came home this morning; read nine Psalms; I have felt pretty well in body, but distressed about the negroes at my mother's.

May 23rd (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 85, at three 87, a fair day; Dick here several times; Mr. and Mrs. T. M. Daniel here this afternoon; Mattie and the children here tonight; I went with Dr. Moore over to Ma's this afternoon to see Fannie found her as well or better than I expected, Dr. Moore thought her able to come over here, so I had her brought over, intend bringing all the negroes over here but four; wrote a note to Capt. Dean recid one from him; I have felt much better today and my appetite improving; read five Psalms;

May 24th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 88, at three 87, a fair day; Dick here several times, Mattie and the children here again tonight; wrote and recid several notes; l still think I am improving, the rest up, recid a note from Mr. W. Brewer in relation to the woman I hired him, her child was, or is, sick, so I have her on my hands again; trouble never comes single, can't tell what will be next; if Dick and his wife and children were gone and the parting all over, I think I should feel better but I so much dread the seperation; poor dear children, bless them O my father and help them to do right; read five Psalms; must now write to Mr. W. M .Morton about the hogs he bought at the sale.

May 25th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 83, at three 85, a fair day; Col. Dillups called this morning; Mr. A. J. Turner here this afternoon; Dick here with us tonight, wrote and recid several notes, all seem pretty well today, read one Psalm,.

May 26th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 86, at three 91, a fair day; Mr. W. Puryear here this morning; Mr. W. Morton (senior) and Mr. P. Morton here since supper; recid two notes from T. Harrison answered them; read four Psalms; all seem on the mend; I feel pretty well; but greatly troubled, Tyler Harrison acts so very badly, and tries to annoy me in every possible way, that I feel very melancholy, O, if Mr. G. had lived to settle up that estate; but not my will; I will try to do my best; it is my intention to do right, I am sure I wish to act kindly towards him, and if he would accept of it, I would do every thing I could, but he seems disposed to cross me in every thing; Bless him O my father and fit and prepare him for eternity; grant him life, health and every blessing; and me and my poor children, make us love and serve thee honestly and devotedly;

May 27th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 78, at three 87, a fair morning, clouded up and had a very pretty rain before eleven o'clock; then a bright afternoon; several called; read twelve Psalms; and some in the Index; I have not been sick, but feel very melancholy, Dick is making preparation to leave tomorrow, and I do feel so restless, poor dear boy, if I could only feel like he would do well; bless him O my father and make him a true christian; grant that he may be steady and make money; yet not my will; my children so far have not been any satisfaction to me; bless and direct us all.

May 28th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 86, at three 89, a cloudy morning but fair from eight o'clock untill five, then had a thundershower; and still raining a little; Dick, Mattie and the children left this morning; I have never felt so much grieved to part with Dick as I do now; poor dear boy, bless him O my father and keep him from every evil; grant that I may live to see him a good man and making a support for his family; W. Mayne called; Miss R. Richardson, Stump and myself spent an hour or so at Capt. Dean's this afternoon; read four Psalms;

May 29th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 69, at twelve 85, at three 88, a fair day, Thomas Frierson here this morning for some flowers; G. King, Miss R. Richardson, Stump and myself went to Mr. Graham's about five o'clock this afternoon took supper and came home after eight o'clock; read two Psalms; I have not been so well today my side has troubled me more than it has for some days; and I have not passed a pleasant evening; but all will yet be right; Bless us O my father and teach us thy law; I hope I will do right, grant that I may not vary, turn not to the right hand or to the left, but be pleased to make me walk that straight and narrow path thou hast appointed for me, and be pleased to walk and talk with me; let me lean on thee for support, not depend on myself;

May 30th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 75, at twelve 88, at three 88, a fair day; Dr. A. T. Hill called twice; read three Psalms; I have felt some better today, but still rather melancholy, feel very lonely and very much like I am almost alone in the world; it seems to me I miss Mr. G. more and more every day; and think of him almost constantly; O if he could only have lived and been well enough to have settled up my mother's estate, then I would have had no trouble with it, and Tyler would not have behaved as he has; but I hope it will soon be done with, and do hope he has taken a notion to do better; at any rate I feel that it is all right; Bless me O my father and grant that I may do right, let me not wander or transgress.

May 31st (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve_, at three 84, a fair day, but rather cool and windy; this being the day of appraisement, Capt. J. Dean, John Moore, Dr. R. D. Moore and Mr. J. F. Phinizy spent the morning and dined with us; I have been as well as usual but have not enjoyed the day; have felt very melancholy all day; then G. King, Miss R. Richardson and myself walked to the oat field about sundown and that caused me to think so much of Mr. G. and really it seems I think more and more of him every day; help me O my father to bear it as I should; read three Psalms; recid a letter from Mrs. W. Fielding;

June 1st (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 82, at three 86, a fair day; Mrs. Martha Graham and Mrs. Neighbors here this afternoon; read three Psalms; I have not felt altogether so bad today, and do hope I will do better every way; the sick all seem better;

June 2nd (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 81, at three 83, a fair cool day; Mrs. Joe Morton and her son Henry spent the morning here; wrote a note to Mr. J. T. Reynolds; recid a letter from Mattie and one from Mr. T. Wood; read four Psalms; all seem better today but Fannie and I hope she is not very much worse; I have not felt altogether so well, my side still troubling me; Bless us O my father, and cause us to prosper in all right undertakings; give us a heart to love and serve thee.

June 3rd (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 87, at three 88, a fair day; though we have had clouds through the day; Miss R. Richardson, Stump and myself went to Athens to the baptist church, heard Mr. Jennings preach from the 18th verse of the 16th chapter of Matthew, I thought a good sermon, but I have really wished to hear a sermon so bad that I ought not to think whether it was good or not, for I do believe any sermon would be good to me; no one has been here today; I have enjoyed the day only I have been troubled some at the way T. Harrison acts; read nineteen Psalms. I thank thee gracious father for thy great and merciful kindness towards us; "O for a heart submissive meek, My dear Redeemer's throne, Where only Christ is heard to speak, And Jesus reigns alone."

June 4th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 75, at twelve 87, at three 93, a fair day; Stump, Miss R. Richardson and myself went to Watkinsville this morning; I had some business at the office (ordinary's) dined at Mr. Richardson's, called on Mrs. AM. Jackson after dinner and left al half after four; but did not get home untill after sundown; found all as I left them only Fannie complaining more; Mr. Turner culled here this morning; Mrs. J. Frierson and Mrs. Nisbit here this afternoon; Miss Richardson staid in Watkinsville, I shall miss her very much, read three Psalms

June 5th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 75, at twelve 90, at three 93 a fair day; Dr. Smith and wife here this morning; Miss E. Thompson and Mrs. P. Rhodes came this afternoon. Mrs. R. still here, Dr. Moore came at dark, took supper with us, prescribed for four; think my mother's woman is worse; the rest not much sick, G. King complaining tonight; read one Psalm. wrote a letter to Mattie, and commenced one to Mrs. A J. Porter.

June 6th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 82, at three 82, a fair day, had a thunder shower just at dark; Mrs. M. Graham spent the greater part of the morning here; Mrs. Rhodes still here; wrote a letter to Mrs. A J. Porter, and one to Mr. James Ferguson; recid one from Mr. J. F. Reynolds; read two Psalms; Fannie seems to be sinking very fast, but lung disease is so incertain it is hard telling how she is; Bless us O my father and teach us thy law; I feel so truly thankful for the pretty shower we have had tonight; all our rains this spring have come so gently and done so much good, we should be so very thankful to think we have had no storm or even hail or wind to hurt anything; "O Praise the Lord all ye nations, Praise him all ye people, for his merciful kindness is great toward us, and the truth of the Lord endureth forever, praise ye the Lord."

June 7th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 86, at three 82, a fair day, had a thunder shower about one o'clock, I mean a thunder cloud, had no rain, only wind; Mrs. Rhodes left this morning; Mrs. Martha Lucas spent an hour or so here this afternoon; wrote a letter to Mrs. T. Hundly; read one Psalm; the sick seem better.

June 8th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 86, at three 84, a cloudy day, but little sun; had a hard rain before eleven o'clock, and some pretty hard thunder; Stump and myself rode down to Mr. J. Morton's soon after breakfast, tried to engage help to cut Ma's wheat, he would help me, met Capt. Dean he would not; called at Ma's to see Tyler and Rough, I think Tyler looks very badly, then called at Mr. Graham's he would not help me cut the wheat, then went to Mr. J. F. Phinizy's he was not at home, called to see Mrs. Turner, and home before dark, read seven Psalms; Fannie I think is not so well;

June 9th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 65, at twelve 82, at three 73, a fair day, some clouds and thunder but no rain; Charles Dougherty, Mrs. S. Winstead, Mrs. S. Thomas, Miss Lucy Thomas and other children here this afternoon, Mr. Wood was also here; recid a letter from John Reynolds and one from Miss Lizzie Craige; read ten Psalms; Bless me O my father and teach me the laws, keep my lips from evil, and my
tongue from guile; poor Dick, wish I could know what he and his are now doing. bless my poor children and teach them thy precepts.

June 10th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 80, at three 84, a fair day; William Mayne called this morning; Stump and myself went to Athens to the baptist church, heard Mr. Jennings preach a pretty fair sermon from the 4th verse of the 21st chapter of Numbers came home to dinner; the family all seem pretty will except Fannie, would not be surprised she should die at any time; read 14 Psalms and one chapter in Proverbs read nearly through the Index, Bless us O my father, and teach us thy precepts;

June 11th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 63, at twelve 82, at three 84, a fair day, Col Billups spent the morning here; Mr. and Mrs. Bishop spent an hour here this afternoon; Mr. and Mrs. W. Fielding and Mrs. R. Richardson here tonight; recid a letter from Dick and Mattie; he says he has bought land, and I do hope he has done for the best; grant gracious father that it may terminate for their good; Bless them in time and in eternity; wrote a letter to them; read one chapter in Proverbs;

June 12th(Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 83, at three 85, a fair morning, had a thunder cloud about one o'clock, very little rain; Mr. and Mrs. Fielding left this morning; Mrs. Richardson, Stump and myself went to Athens this morning, called on Mrs. Clark, then at Mr. Reese's to see Mr. Jackson; and home to dinner; a stranger called out of the rain; wrote a letter to Mr. J. F. Reynolds; read two chapters in Proverbs; Bless us and direct us in all our lawful undertakings, and teach us thy precepts; Fannie died about 7 o'clock this morning.

June 13th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 86, at three _, a fair day; Dr. Moore came down this morning at ten o'clock, Mr. Foster came with him, had or rather did open Fannie, so many have said something about the family having been poisoned, that I thought it best to have a post mortem examination, he said nothing was the matter but an abscess on her left lung; Mrs. Graham here this afternoon; recid a letter from Mrs. A J. Porter; read one chapter in Proverbs; I believe we are all up tonight; teach us to thank thee for all things.

June 14th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 67, at twelve 76, at three 82, a cloudy morning, rained some little about one o'clock; Mrs. Richardson and myself went to Mr. Joe Morton's about nine o'clock, left there about three and a half o'clock, called at Ma's to see T. Harrison, found him in bed sick, sent for the Dr. this morning, he had been and prescribed, Miss E. Thompson and Mrs. Rhodes were there; Capt. Dean came before we left; I think him quite sick but nothing serious I hope; yet I feel sure he can not live twelve months; poor dear boy, wish he would come here and stay untill he gets better; I have spent a more pleasant day than I anticipated, yet my side has pained me some; read one chapter in Proverbs, Silvy still complaining.

June 15th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve_, at three_, a fair day; Col. Billups came down this morning and himself and G. King looked over my papers; Mrs. Macon (from N. O.) and her children spent the day here; Col. B. also spent the day; Dr. Carlton called twice this morning; I have not been well all day; had some headache and backache, Silvy has been in bed all day; and G. King and Stump both complaining; so I have been a little troubled all day; and wished to go to see Tyler but could not; have heard from him four times; and hear he is better; read five chapters in Proverbs. I have not spent a pleasant day, looking over Mr. G.'s papers recalled him or his image to my mind; and then seeing Mrs. Macon made me feel very sad; to think how much he liked her family and how it would have pleased him to have seen her here; Bless me O my father and help me through this world and fit and prepare me for eternity;

June l6th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 84, at three 86, a fair day; been thundering from twelve o'clock till now, but nu rain; both Dr. Carltons, R. Hoyt, and one of Dr. Ware's sons here this afternoon; Stump and myself rode over to see T. Harrison this morning, he thought he was better, but was not so well about twelve and sent for the Dr.; Stump and myself will go over now and stay untill bedtime perhaps all night; wrote a note to Dr. Moore this morning; and one to Mrs. Thompson, recid an answer, also wrote some notices this morning and sent to the printing office; my sick ones are some better, I feel some better; will read if I come home tonight, and perhaps write more. We have just returned nearly twelve o'clock; found Tyler better than I expected, hope he will be much better by morning; read one chapter in Proverbs.

June 17th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 86, at three 89, a fair day; I spent the day with Tyler; he surely will not recover; several called there during the day, and Dr. Moore and others called here; Silvy seems better, though Dr. Moore prescribed for her and three others; I have been very unwell all day; with my bowels and some sick stomach nearly all day, but feel better tonight, and so happy to think I could come home; read two or three chapters in Acts, and one tonight in Proverbs; wrote two notes to G. King. This is Nap's birthday, she would have been twenty six today; and O my; so many changes since that day; still I am spared; Be pleased O my father to bless and direct me; teach me thy law and thy commandments;

June 18th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 71, at twelve 80, at three 89, a fair day; I spent the day with Tyler again today, he was much worse this morning, but I think better this evening than he has been for some days; came home about sundown; found my sick about the same; read two chapters in Romans today, and one Proverbs tonight; Dr. Moore called here this afternoon; wrote a note to Mr. T. Bishop. I have had so many things the last five days, to wound my feelings that I am almost worn out; donot feel any better than I did yesterday, and wearied in body and mind. "Create in me a clean heart O God, and renew a right spirit within me, cast me not away from thy presence, and take not thy holy spirit from me."

June 19th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 88, at three 76, a fair day; had a good rain after four o'clock; they sent for me to see Tyler this morning thinking he was worse, I went about eleven and came home about dark; found him much better than I expected; and left him better this evening than he has been for some days; several called; read a chapter in Proverbs; recid a letter from Mrs. Dr. Sessions; O I have spent such an awful day; Be pleased gracious father to bless and direct me; help me through with this difficulty, help me once more and grant that for the future I may do right and let others do as they please.

June 20th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 65, at twelve 83, at three 88, a fair day, Dr. Moore dined here; I spent the day with Tyler again today; and rather more pleasant than any day I have passed there; but have eat nothing or as well nothing again today; read several chapters in Romans, and two in Proverbs, feel very much wearied;
recid a letter from Oliver Porter.

June 21st (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 65 at twelve 73, at three 75, a cloudy cool morning; bright afternoon, I spent the day untill sundown with Tyler, and my sick negroes were worse, came home and staid untill nine o'clock; have done all I can and must now go back and stay all night, am very unwell not able to be up at all; but think he will scarcely live through the night.

June 22nd (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 63, at twelve 80, at three 83, a fair day, a thunder shower this afternoon, and a good rain, most too much wind; Stump came after me this morning that Silvia, Sarah and Harriet were all worse, so I came home early; found all three quite sick, and sent to Dr. Moore about them; I have been in bed all day, but better tonight than I have for several days; Dr. Macon, W. Jones and J. Browning here this evening during the rain, came to see about a note on Dick; Dr. Smith called this afternoon the first cloud we had thinking it would rain; recid a note from Dr. H. H. Carlton, a very insulting one, shall pay no attention to it at all; he seems to think as I am a poor lonely old woman and have no husband, brother or son to protect me I am a fit subject for such as he is to abuse; be it so, I am perfectly willing; read two chapters in Proverbs; I thank thee gracious father for thy great and merciful kindness towards us, teach me to feel truly thankful for this good rain, and to trust to thy word in promising us winter and summer, seed time and harvest, rain and sunshine.

June 23rd (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 59, at twelve 74, at three 76, a fair day; high winds and quite cool, I have kept near the fire all day; went to spend the day with Tyler, but they sent for me to come about three o'clock, having so many sick ones and some quite sick; I think no one has been in the house, but Mr. T. Phinizy (of Augusta) wrote a note to Mr. J. Browning, recid a letter from Mr. J. F. Reynolds; read two chapters in Proverbs; I have felt much better today, but my side has troubled me all day; Stump is with Tyler again tonight and I miss him so much, poor boy I do hope he will do well;

June 24th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 78, at three 80, a fair day; cool and high winds; James and Ed Thomas here this afternoon; wrote to Dr. Moore, recid an answer; I went over to see Tyler this afternoon, left about nine o'clock; found him about the same; read through the Index today, and three chapters in Proverbs tonight; I was very anxious to go to church this morning to hear Mr. Tucker, but so many sick I could not leave; my sick are not worse but can't see they are better;

June 25th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 67, at twelve 81, at three 83, a fair day, wind still high and cold enough for fire again today; Dr. Moore came down and eat dinner with us, prescribed for seven negroes; I am still very unwell but better; wrote a letter to Mrs. A J. Porter and one to Miss Lizzie Craige; went over to see Tyler about 4 o'clock, have just returned now ten o'clock; read one chapter in Proverbs, two more negroes complaining.

June 26th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 67, at twelve 86, at three 87, a fair day, and quite warm in the afternoon

June 27th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 92, at three 94, a fair day; I spent the day with Tyler again; poor boy died at 2 ½ o'clock, I think he did not think he was dying and then I fear he has thought so little of it that he was entirely unprepared; I have gone through so much the last two weeks, have surely never been treated as I have, but do hope all for the best; I have thought of Mr. G. so often; O if he had only lived to see this day; yet not my will but thine, read one chapter in Proverbs; wrote several notes to G. King, recid several from him, several sick negroes yet, 4 went out this morning; and one came in and I think the babe will not live, had a cloud with considerable thunder and lightning and now has commenced raining.

June 28th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 75, at twelve 89, at three 85, a fair day, had a thunder cloud about twelve o' clock but no rain; Stump and myself went over to see Tyler buried, Dr. McClusky preached or rather made a few remarks; came home about one o'clock; my sick all better but the babe, think it is dying; recid a letter from Dick and one from Mattie, wrote a note to Dr. Moore recid an answer; read two chapters in Proverbs; wrote a letter to Dick and Mattie; Be pleased O my father to help me for vain is the help of man; "Great God afflict not in thy wrath, The short allotted span, That bound the few and weary days,
Of pilgrimage to man."

June 29th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 75, at twelve 88, at three 88, a fair day; W. Mayne here this morning, Dr. Macon here this afternoon; The little negro was buried this morning; wrote a note to Dr. Macon; read four chapters in Proverbs and two in Ecclesiastes; I have been in bed all day; feel better tonight. "This world is all a fleeting show, For man's illusion given, The smiles of joy, the tears of woe, Deceitful shine, deceitful flow, There's nothing true but heaven."

June 30th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 73, at twelve 90, at three 93, a fair day; Dr. T. G. Macon called this morning; I have felt better today, wrote a letter to Mrs. S. E. Sessions, wrote a note to Dr. Moore and one to Mrs. Graham, recid answers; read four chapters in Ecclesiastes, this I think is the warmest night we have had; and begin to need rain.

July 1st (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 77, at twelve 92, at three 94, a fair day; Richard Moore here this afternoon; Stump and myself went to Athens to the baptist church, heard Mr. Hagwood preach from, "have faith in God;" a fair sermon; came home to dinner; an extra warm day; my sick all seem better; my side is paining me severely this evening, do hope to[it?] will be better tomorrow, as I must go to Watkinsville if I be able; read six chapters in Ecclesiastes; and some in the Course of Faith, an excellent book by James, "Create in me a clean heart O God, and renew a right spirit within me," Cast me not away from thy presence and take not thy holy spirit from me;"

July 2nd (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 77, at twelve 92, at three 95, a fair day; Stump and myself went to Watkinsville, spent the day at Mr. Richardson's, and I think finished my business with Jackson for a month or two; I spent the day rather pleasantly than otherwise, yet had many things to trouble, I guess I shall have more and more every day of my life; most people seem to think they can say and act as they choose when no one can have any thing to do but a lone woman; I have felt much better today, stood the ride better, and feel less fatigue than I thought I should; read one chapter in the Song of Solomon;

July 3rd (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 77, at twelve 93, at three 96, a fair day and rain very much needed; read two chapters in the Song of Solomon; my sick all seem better; I feel better today, but my side still hurting me; Be with us O my father and help us to do thy will; every day something occurs to disturb my feelings; help me to bear and forbear;

July 4th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 79, at twelve 93, at three 95, at fair day; Mrs. Susan Mayne and Mrs. P. Rhodes spent an hour or so here this morning and then called again this afternoon; Capt. Dean called this afternoon; recid a letter from Miss Lizzie Craige; I have felt better today and my sick ones better but Caroline; Stump went to town to the celebration, came home at dusk seeming pleased and very cheerful, Bless him O my father and grant that he may be a good boy and a comfort and solace to me in my old age; O grant that we may be spared a long while to cheer and support each other; read two chapters in The Song of Solomon.

July 5th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 77, at twelve 94, at three 82, a fair day; had a cloud with thunder and considerable wind about half after two; but only a sprinkle of rain, blew up several trees, and part of the pailings[?]; had a cloud again at night and a light rain; feel so truly thankful that we had no hail and no greater damage from the wind and then very thankful for the rain and do hope we shall have more tomorrow, wrote a letter to Miss Lizzie Craige; Mr. Turner here this afternoon; read three chapters in The Song of Solomon.

July 6th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 69, at twelve 85, at three 88, a fair day, considerable wind all day; had a cloud just at night but no rain, still thundering and lightning; Capt. Dean called soon after dinner, Dr. Moore here just before sundown; prescribed for five; Stump and myself rode down to W. Mayne's this afternoon to see Mrs. Rhodes who is in bed, but I think not very sick; wrote a letter to Miss M. B. Anglin; read two chapters in Isaiah.

July 7th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 67, at twelve 76, at three 76, a fair day cool and windy, had a pretty good rain between twelve and one o'clock; if the ground had not been so dry it was a very good rain; Capt. Dean and others called during the day; had the wheat thrashed over at Ma's this afternoon; read seven chapters in Isaiah; recid a letter from L. J. Deupree I feel so truly thankful for the rain Be pleased O my father to remember thy promise, and send us rain and sunshine, seed time and harvest; grant us all thankful and true hearts, let us love and praise thy holy name; my tooth has been troubling me all day, fear I shall have a bad night; finished reading The Course of Faith by James; like it very much indeed, but I have read very little this year, my mind is so much exercised, and then so much sickness that I can't settle down to anything like I did in time past; O that the words of my mouth and the meditations of my heart could be acceptable to thee always;

July 8th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 67, at twelve 75, at three 82, a cloudy day very little sun; Mrs. Joe Morton called;

July 9th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 87, at three 92, a fair day; Mrs. Col. Franklin and Mrs. T. Daniel here this afternoon; wrote a note to Dr. Moore recid an answer; I was in bed all day yesterday did not read or write, Stump read four Psalms for me; and have sit up but very little today; neuralsia, toothache and every thing I can think of; read two chapters in Isaiah. can scarcely see to write, but feel so truly thankful that I am better, teach me O my father to love and serve thee

July 10th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 90, at three 92, a fair still day; Mrs. M. Graham spent the afternoon here, Mrs. Susan and Mrs. Virginia Mayne and Mrs. P. Rhodes called; my sick seem better, I feel better have had some more appetite today; and do feel truly thankful for that, with every other blessing we have this day enjoyed; bless us O my father, and keep us from every evil, and teach us to resist every temptation, wrote a note to James White, recid an answer; read 4 chapters in Isaiah,

July 11th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 71, at twelve 93, at three 97, and at four o'clock 98, the most oppressive day we have had; Mrs. Joe Morton and Miss Josephine Morton spent the day here; Dr. Moore here this afternoon; wrote a letter to L. J. Deupree; read two chapters in Isaiah; I have been better today, but fatigued myself too much, hope I shall get better now, and feel very much gratified that things are moving as they are, I do thank thee gracious father for thy great and merciful kindness towards us, have so much to be thankful for, have some heavy trials, some very unpleasant ones, and some vexatious ones, yet, I do thank thee that thou hast given me grace and fortitude to bear all; I know, but teach me to feel, "that all things work together for good;" even the envy and malice of my neighbours; "Wrath is cruel and anger is outrageous, but who is able to stand before envy?"

July 12th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 78, at twelve 94, at three 84, a fair day; had a thunder cloud about four o'clock but very little rain; recid a letter from Mrs. A J. Porter, answered it; recid a note from James White, answered it; read three chapters in Isaiah; feel rather disappointed that I did not receive a letter from Dick, children are so careless; I have felt much better today; the rest up and but one I think taking medicine, I do feel truly thankful for every good and every blessing I have ever enjoyed and every evil and misery I have escaped; Be pleased O my father to continue thy loving kindness towards me; "Create in me a clean heart and renew a right spirit within me." "Cast me not away from thy presence and take not thy holy spirit from me."

July 13th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 68 at twelve 76, at three 80, a fair day, or rather a fair afternoon, but rather cloudy this morning; recid a letter from Mattie answered it; read four chapters in Isaiah; I feel very much gratified to hear the children are well, but my poor boy, I fear he will never do any thing, have almost given him up, Bless him O my father and fit and prepare him for eternity; make him a sober steady man, and be pleased to spare my other child, Let him be a comfort and solace to me in my old age; let us live many years to be company and help to each other. "Great God afflict not in thy wrath,
The short allotted span, That bound the few and weary days, Of pilgrimage to man."

July 14th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 80, at three 83, a fair day; all seem to be getting on pretty well; I feel better but not well; read three chapters in Isaiah; feel disappointed that I did not receive a letter from Augusta; I have been reading nights and mornings, a good book, my mind has been more composed today, Be pleased O my father to bless and direct me, I do not say keep me from trouble and difficulties, but be pleased to grant me grace and strength to bear every dispensation of providence; let me ever feel thy will be done on earth, and that will is done in heaven. Dick is thirty years old today; poor boy, if he were only a good christian, bless him gracious father and grant another year may not pass without finding him a true and devoted christian. "God moves in a mysterious way, His wonders to perform, He plants his footsteps in the sea, And rides upon the storm."

July 15th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 82, at three 84, a fair day; Stump and myself went to Athens to the methodist church, heard Mr. Hinton preach from the 12th and 13th verses of the 1st chapter of John; and really I don't know what I thought of the sermon; he surely is not so good a preacher as we had last year in that church; came home to dinner; called a few minutes at Mr. Clark's before church; Capt. Dean and wife called at the gate this evening; read eleven chapters in Isaiah.

July 16th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 86, at three 89, a fair day; I went to town early this morning, called on Mrs. Clark, then on Mrs. Daniel dined with her; and left there after five; called on Mrs. Eleanor Moore and family; came home before dark; I have enjoyed the day pretty well and have not laid down all day; feel rather wearied tonight; recid a letter from the Insurance company. S. Carolina; read one chapter in Isaiah.

July 17th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 90, at three 93, a fair day; our crops are almost too far gone to receive any benefit from rain; our gardens entirely destroyed; nevertheless not our will but thine; we receive so many blessings we should surely not repine, then our God has promised that, rain and sunshine, seed time and harvest, winter and summer should not fail; and I feel sure that he will not forsake us; we are not and should not be the judge when we need rain or sunshine, bless us O my father, and remember us in mercy and in kindness; Col. John Billups and Mr. R. Crane called this morning; Charles Dean here tonight; read two chapters in Isaiah. finished reading Nights and mornings by Dowling, I think a most excelent book. Rough Harrison spent the day here, I wrote a letter to his uncle Dr. Benjamin Harrison for him today; poor little fellow, he seems well and cheerful, do hope he will do well and be a good man.

July 18th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 93, at three 95, a fair day, had a cloud with some thunder about three o'clock but no rain; Miss Aurelia and Miss Susan Smith here this afternoon; Stump and C. Dean went up to the gumspring to see the Athens guards at their encampment; read two chapters in Isaiah.

July 19th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 71, at twelve 90, at three 94, a fair day; very little wind; G. King and Stump spent the [day?] untill four o'clock at Mr. William Dougherty's; soon after they left Mrs. Hodgson (the old lady) and her grandson and Mrs. Hiram Hayes spent the day here; several called. I have enjoyed the day more than I expected; have felt better and have not slept any; wrote a note to Mrs. Morton, recid an answer and now expect to go to see Parks Morton tomorrow, do dread it so much, wanted to go, but did not wish to do so untill after it rained, but was under the promise and the family seemed to expect it this week; do hope we shall have a more pleasant day than this has been; read one chapter in Isaiah.

July 20th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 94, at three 99, a fair day, had a good rain between three and four o'clock; Mrs. Joe Morton came early this morning, before I was dressed to go with me to Park Morton' s, we left at 5 ½ this morning and got there at 9 ½, spent a very pleasant time untill 4 o'clock, came home about dusk, I have not slept any and feel very much wearied tonight; read one chapter in Isaiah, and do feel so very thankful for this good rain, yet I fear the corn is too far spent to be very much benefitted by it, and still feel truly thankful for the rain, the air is now very pleasant; and though the ground is not very wet it will make it more pleasant for some days;

July 21st (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 93, at three 96, a fair day; Rough Harrison and Dr. Macon's son called this morning; T. Moore's son here this afternoon; read two chapters in Isaiah; I have not felt well today, at least sore from my long ride yesterday, yet I have been engaged all day icing and triming cakes; my back feels very bad tonight, and it is so very warm, our gardens and crops have not burnt up so much from the droughth, for it has been so long, but from the intense heat, we have never had such warm weather.

July 22nd (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 76, at twelve 94, at three 98, a fair day, the weather being so warm and neither of the horses well I concluded it was best not to go to church. Stump went and Miss S. E. Frierson came home with him, will stay a few days with me; her and myself rode down to W. Mayne' s this afternoon, spent an hour or so very pleasantly; Stump went to town again this evening to a funeral (Mr. Clark's) and R Thomas came home with him, read two chapters in Isaiah, wrote a note to Miss S. E. Frierson It seems to me l am all the time having something to trouble and annoy me, yet I feel like all is or will be right; Bless us O my father and teach us thy law;

July 23rd (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 82, at twelve 94, at three 94, a fair morning, a thunder cloud about three o'clock but no rain; Miss Smith here this afternoon, two ladies (travelers) here tonight; and Mr. J. Lisle just called a few minutes; read one chapter in Isaiah. recid a letter from Miss M. B. Anglin; Capt. Dean spent the morning here; the family all in usual health. and I feel so truly thankful for it; "Praise the Lord all ye nations, praise him all ye people for his mercifiul kindness is great towards us, and the truth of the Lord endureth forever, Praise ye the Lord."

July 24 (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 69, at twelve 88, at three 93, a fair day; Miss S. E. Frierson and myself spent the morning very pleasantly at Mr. Graham's and the afternoon at Capt. Dean's; had two pleasant visits today; recid a letter from Miss Lizzie Craige and one from Mrs. S. E. Sessions, read one chapter in Isaiah. my side is paining me considerably tonight; but only one negro I think complaining and feel so very thankful that we are well as we are; bless us O my father and grant us every needful blessing.

July 25 (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 90, at three 92, a fair morning; had a thunder shower this evening or rather a cloud, only a sprinkle of rain; Mrs. Mastin Tuck and her daughter (Ann) here this afternoon; G. King, Miss Frierson and myself went to see Mrs. Joe Morton this morning; came home to dinner; recid a letter from Mr. E. H. Pottle; read one chapter in Isaiah. wrote a letter to E. H. Pottle.

July 26 (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 86, at three 89, a fair morning, had a thunder cloud soon after dinner but no rain, had but a little sun this afternoon; I went to town this morning with Miss Frierson, called on Mrs. Clark, on Mrs. Sayer, and on Mrs. T. Wray, came home to dinner, Dr. Moore came down this evening to see a little negro, think that is the only one now complaining; I am still complaining of my side, can't get well it seems; recid a letter from Miss Gertrude Ramey; Stump is in town tonight at a party; bless him O my father and keep him from every evil; read three chapters in Isaiah.

July 27th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 71, at twelve 85, at three 86, a fair day; Rough Harrison and Col. Billups called; recid a letter from Dr. B. Harrison and one from Mattie, answered hers, and wrote one to Miss M. B. Anglin; wrote and recid several notes; Charles Dean called this evening; read one chapter in Isaiah. My side has troubled me considerably today, fear it will not get well as it has for two summers past; indeed I am nearly all the time complaining, O if it could be so that I could get well and enjoy good health, yet, not my will, I am willing to be afflicted only let me bear every affliction with patience and fortitude. "Great God afflict not in thy wrath, The short alotted span That bound the few and weary days, Of pilgrimage to man."

July 28th(Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 88, at three 78, a fair morning, had a thunder shower about one o'clock with a light shower; wrote Miss Lizzie Craige, Miss Gertrude and Ward Ramey came this morning; wrote a letter to Mrs. S. E. Sessions; and a note to Mr. Mandeville; read one chapter in Isaiah. My side has not hurt me so much today, but still not easy; the rest seem well. I do feel so thankful for so many blessings. Be pleased O my father to continue thy loving kindness towards us;

July 29th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 84, at three 78, a cloudy day, had a thunder shower about two o'clock and a pretty good rain, feel so truly thankful for it, and for every good and every blessing we have this day enjoyed; Capt. Dean here this morning and again this afternoon; Mrs. Joe Morton called at the gate to see the girls; Stump and all three girls went to commencement sermon, preached by Mr. Stiles (presbyterian) from the 16th verse of the 1st chapter of Romans; they say a most excelent sermon; I was very anxious to go, but could not make up my mind to do so (I mean I was anxious to hear the sermon) can't think of going into a crowd, and particularly commencement, Mr. G. took such a delight in going every year, and I feel like I should think so much of him there; my side is still hurting me and feel uneasy about it; the two past summers the mineral water cured it, but fear it will not now; read two chapters in Isaiah. recid a note from Mrs. Bain.

July 30th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 73, at twelve 85, at three 87, a fair day, had a rain about four o'clock; Capt. Dean and others called during the day; read two chapters in Isaiah; my side still paining me very much; do feel very uneasy about it; however the rest seem well, for which I feel very thankful. Bless us O my father and teach us thy law and thy commandments. Keep us from every evil.

July 31st (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 73, at twelve 85, at three 87, a fair day, Mr. J. F. Phinizy, and Mr. G. Turner here early this morning; Mr. E. H. Pottle, his wife and children came this morning; Mr. T. Daniel here this evening; I have enjoyed the day more than I expected, yet I have had some very unpleasant feelings, O my father bless and direct me, grant that I may do according to thy will; read one chapter in Isaiah.

August 1st Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 86, at three 88, a fair day; Capt. Dean and others called; Mr. McBride and his wife dined here; Rough Harrison here tonight; read one chapter in Isaiah. I have been quite unwell all day; the rest seem in usual health.

August 2nd (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 71, at twelve86, at three 87, a fair day; Mrs. Joe Morton and daughter called this afternoon; I have not suffered so much with my side today, but been quite unwell; read three chapters in Isaiah. Bless us O my father and teach us thy commandments;

August 3rd (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 87, at three 89, a fair day; Mr. E. H. Pottle and family left this morning; Judge Dougherty (Robert) Mr. Macon (from N O) and Robert Doughterty dined here, Capt Dean called twice, I have felt better than I expected today; the rest up; wrote a note to Mr. Bishop, one to Mr. Lampkin and one to Mr. J. F. Phinizy; read one chapter in Jeremiah.

August 4th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 71, at twelve 84, at three 89, a fair day; Capt. Dean called twice, W. Dean once; recid a note from Mr. J. F. Phinizy. wrote one to James White, recid an answer; read one chapter in Jeremiah; Mrs. Rhodes and Miss Emily Lee called this morning; I felt much better this morning but my side paining me again tonight.

August 5th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 88, at three 91, a fair day; the girls, Stump and myself went to Athens to the baptist church, heard Mr. L. R. L. Jennings preach from the 17th verse and 3rd chapter of the Gospel by John; a very fair sermon; came home to dinner; my side has been troubling me again all day; wrote two notes to Dr. Moore; read through the Index and two chapters in Jeremiah.

August 6th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 69, at twelve 89, at three 91, a fair day; Dr. Moore and Dr. Henderson called this morning; wrote a letter to Dr. Harrison and a note to Mr. J. F. Phinizy; I have felt some better today but my side still paining me; the rest seem in usual health; read one chapter in Jeremiah.

August 7th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 80, at twelve 90, at three 94, a fair morning, had a thunder shower about three o'clock, with a good rain, if the ground had not been so very dry and warm it would be a very good rain; but I feel so truly thankful for it, with every other blessing we have this day enjoyed; Charles Dean called this morning; recid a letter from Dick and one from Mrs. A J. Porter, answered Dick' s and wrote one to Miss R. Richardson and one to Mrs. T. Hundly; read one chapter in Jeremiah. Bless my poor dear children, grant them a heart void of offence towards God and man. O that they would be honest, truthful, sober, industrious and economical.

August 8th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 73, at twelve 90, at three 94, a fair morning, had a thunder cloud about five o'clock but no rain; Col. Billups called this morning; Mrs. Joe Morton spent the morning here, C. and W. Dean and Capt. Dean here during the day; Mr. Chandler here to take the census, wrote a letter to Mrs. Dr. Sessions; read three chapters in Jeremiah. I have felt better today than usual, and do feel so thankful for it; "O for a heart to praise my God, A heart from sin set free, A heart that's sprinkled with the blood, So freely shed for me."

August 9th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 86, at three 80, a fair morning, had a thunder cloud about five o 'clock with a light shower of rain; Robert Brittian and his sister spent the day here; Dr. Moore dined here; wrote a note to Mrs. T. M. Daniel, recid an answer; wrote a letter to Mr. E. B. Reynolds, I think I still feel better,
do hope my side will improve, read two chapters in Jeremiah. One of the little negroes complaining, but Dr. Moore says not much the matter. Dr. and Mrs. Smith here this morning

August 10th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 82, at three 80, a cloudy day, had but little sun all day; had a light shower of rain about eleven oclock, then again after three; and now nine o'clock cloudy and thundering; Mr. Turner here this afternoon; recid a letter from Mr. J. T. Reynolds; read one chapter in Jeremiah. wrote a note to Mr. J. Grant. the family seem in better health than usual; I have felt better and been a work all day; I feel so truly thankful for every good and every blessings we have this day enjoyed and every evil and misery we have escaped.

August 11th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 71, at twelve 78, at three 72, a cloudy day indeed a rainy day; rained pretty well all night last night and nearly all day today; hope it will help our pastures and peas also potatoes; and gardens, I think we have had no company today; last tuesday I recid a letter announcing the death of Dr. Sessions who married one of my cousins, thursday recid a paper containing the obituary of Mrs. Deupree, she was the wife of my cousin, today a letter bearing the intelligence of Mr. Leonard's suicide, he also married my cousin, he has been crazy for some months; surely I never heard of any thing like it; and then since I recid that letter went to sleep and had another portentious dream, feel sure I shall hear of some other death in a few days; read two chapters in Jeremiah. I have not been well all day, but feel better tonight; made three fans the two last days; one for Mrs. Marr, one for Mrs. S. Mayne and one for myself;

August 12th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 71, at twelve 73, at three 75, another rainy day; no one called today; and too inclement to go to church; read ten chapters in Jeremiah. O that I could only have some earthly comfort, but perhaps it is best as it is, teach me O my father to love and serve thee honestly and devotedly. I have done my best to make my children clever, tried to encourage them to learn and act like others, but it seems I am doomed to disappointment, bless us O my father teach us to resist every temptation and keep us from every evil. I know and feel that I should be truly thankful for the good I do enjoy though my children are not smart, they are not worse than all others, but if many others had the advantages they have, they would do so much better than mine do; "O for a heart submissive meek, My dear Redeemer's throne, Where only Christ is heard to speak, And Jesus reigns alone."

August 13th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 65, at three 66, another rainy day, had more rain today than any day yet; Capt. Dean called; C. Dean and Mr. Bowdon took tea and set till bedtime with us; rec'd a letter from Dr. Harrison answered it, rec'd one from Miss R. Richardson; read one chapter in Jeremiah.

August 14th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 72, at three 75, a cloudy day; C. Dean and Mr. Bowdon here tonight; rec'd a letter form Mrs. A. J. Porter, wrote one to Miss S. E. Leonard and one to Mr. L. J. Deupree, read one Psalm; my eyes pain me so I can write no more.

August 15th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 63, at twelve 74, at three 77, a cloudy day or rather more cloud than sunshine; Miss A. Smith here this morning, Mrs. Joe Morton called at the gate this afternoon; read one chapter in Jeremiah. I have not felt at all well today, my side paining me very much, oweing to my exercising more than usual icing and trimming cake; Stump is gone tonight, I miss him very much indeed.

August 16th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 65, at twelve 75, at three 78, a fair day, several called at the gate; C. Dean and Rough Harrison here since supper; I feel very much gratified to think Mr. Mitchel will become Rough's guardian; do hope he will be a good boy, and will live to be a steady sober man; read one Psalm; rec'd a note form Mrs. T. Wray, wrote one to Mr. Graham. Sam is complaining, hope nothing serious.
August 17th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 61, at twelve 78, at three 81, a fair day; several called; the girls, Stump and myself spent the afternoon at W. Mayne's not a pleasant visit to me; Sam has been in the house and taking medicine two days; do hope he will be better tomorrow; read three chapters in Jeremiah, rec'd a note from Dr. Moore.

August 18th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 67, at twelve 83, at three 86, a fair day, Dr. Macon and Dr. Moore here this morning; Miss A Smith and Miss E. Neighbors here tonight; Miss G. and Miss W. Ramey, Stump and myself spent an hour or so at Mr. Graham's this afternoon; not very pleasant to me; read one chapter in Jeremiah.

August 19th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 87, at three 84, a fair morning, had a thunder cloud this afternoon but no rain; Capt. Dean came this afternoon with Miss Lizzie spent an hour or so; the two Misses Ramey, Stump and myself went to Athens to the baptist church, heard Dr. Mell preach a good sermon from the 24th verse of the 3rd chapter of Gallatians; called a few minutes at Mrs. F. A Stone's, came home to dinner; read two chapters in Jeremiah.

August 20th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 84, at three 86, a fair day; old Mr. W. Brewer here this morning; Col. R. M. Johnson and lady here this evening, but I was not at home, the girls and myself spent the evening at Mr. Mastin Tuck's very pleasantly, came home just before those friends left; regret very much not being here to enjoy their company; the girls and myself spent the morning in town at Mr.
T. Daniel's; I went to see Col. Mitchel about becoming Rough's guardian; came home to dinner; wrote a note to Mrs. M. Billups expect to send for her tomorrow morning to stay some days with me; read one chapter in Jeremiah, my side has troubled me some this evening but not very severe; bless us O my father and teach us to live and serve thee. wrote a note to Miss Sisson.

August 21st (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 80, at three 78, a cloudy day, very little rain; Mr. L.R.L. Jennings called this morning; Mrs. Martha Billups came this morning will stay some days; Capt. Dean here this afternoon; read one chapter in Jeremiah. Dr. T. G. Macon called this afternoon.

August 22nd (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 82, at three 84, a fair day; Mrs. Martha Billups and myself spent the morning at Dr. T. G. Macon's, dined and spent the afternoon at Capt. Dean's; came home about sundown; found all well, I have spent the day very pleasantly rather more so, than I expected; but guess I will never feel as I have; so often I have thought of Mr. G. during the day; and never expect to pass a day without thinking of him, and never wish to, hope I will always think of him; read one chapter in Jeremiah.

August 23rd (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 84, a three 86, a fair day; Capt. Dean and lady and Mr. William Ramey spent the day here; Mrs. George Dent, Mrs. L. Dawson, Mrs. McDonough, Mrs. Pelina Harris and several children here this afternoon. read two chapters in Jeremiah. I have spent the day much better than I anticipated, and now feel better than I might expect; but I have many many things to encounter that I never had before. Bless me O my father and teach me thy law and thy commandments.

August 24th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 85, at three 86, a fair morning, had a light rain after three o'clock; no one called today I think; read two chapters in Jeremiah; recid a letter from Sue Leonard; my side has been better today and yesterday than it has for some time, do hope it will now get well, but not my will, so I can only live to help my children on a few years , for poor boys I fear they will never do any thing, bless them O my father and make them true and devoted christians.

August 25th (Saturday) Broke the thermometer last night consequently cannot give the statement of the weather today, we have had a pleasant day; the Misses Ramey and Stump spent the day at Mr. H. L. Brittian's; Mr. Bowden here tonight; wrote a letter to Mr. W. G. Bilbo and one to Mr. J. T. Bilbo; read one chapter in Jeremiah; I have spent a more pleasant day than usual, I feel that I shall always miss Mr. Greer, and shall miss him more and more every day, sometimes I feel almost ready to give up, thinking it impossible to manage and get along without him; then think I will try and do the very best I can. Bless us O my father and make do thy will on earth, as that will is done in heaven.

August 26th (Sunday) All the family but G. King and myself went to Big creek church to foot washing; came home about three, several gentlemen called; read through the Index, one of Spurgeon's sermons, and twelve chapters in Jeremiah, so have enjoyed the day reading, could not go to church

August 27th (Monday) Mrs. Macon and Mrs. Allbritton from Penfield and Dr. T. G. Macon and wife spent the morning here, the two Mrs. Macon and myself spent a few minutes at Mr. Mastin Tuck's; several called, Mr. Joseph Morton spent an hour here this morning; read one chapter in Jeremiah; I have been busy all day again making preserves, my side paining me again tonight; have not enjoyed the day at all, felt pleased to see my friends, but have been dejected, feel very melancholy, so many things happen to trouble and annoy me; O my father help me to bear and forbear Grant me a double portion of thy spirit and let me be led by it, let it be manifest to others and particularly to myself that I am a child of God and an heir of glory;

August 28th (Tuesday) Mr. Joe Morton and Capt. Dean called this morning; Dr. C. Reese and Parks Morton the afternoon; recid a letter from Mrs. T. Hundly and one from Mrs. S.E. Sessions; wrote several notes; read two chapters in Lamentations; still feel very much depressed, and yet I know it is useless, I must not expect every thing to move just as I would like, teach me to feel all the time, that all things work together for good.

August 29th (Wednesday) Capt. Dean spent the afternoon here, the girls and myself rode out this evening, rode by Mr. J. F. Phinizy's to see his improvements, called at Mr. Turner's they were not at home, called at Mr. John Smith's, came home about sundown; I have not felt well again today, but better, and still feel very menancholy, bless us O my father and teach us thy commandments; read three chapters in Lamentations; have not written or recid a note today, only recid an invitation to Miss L. Ware's marriage.

August 30th (Thursday) Capt. Dean spent the morning here; Robert Thomas came this morning will stay some days; the girls and myself went to Mr. Joe Morton's this morning; Mrs. J. Morton and myself rode down to see Mrs. Winfry; came back to Mr. Morton's to dinner; dined and spent the afternoon there, arrived at home before sundown; the family in usual health; read one chapter in Ezekiel.

August 31st (Friday) Dr. Graham and Capt. Dean here this morning, after they left Mrs. Ross Crane and her daughter and Dr. Moore called, two negroes complaining, several called this afternoon; read two chapters in Ezekiel. O that I could do right, bless me O my father and teach me, let me do thy will on earth as that will is done in heaven.

September 1st (Saturday) Rough Harrison came this morning, he is looking very feeble though does not complain, poor little fellow he can't stand it many years I guess; several called; read two chapters in Ezekiel, Matilda complaining and taking medicine; I donot feel well.

September 2nd (Sunday) The girls, Stump and myself went to Moore's grove, heard Mr. Harvil preach a pretty good sermon from "Behold the man." Not an intellectual or theological sermon but the best sermons are surely those that have the most of Christ in them; I think he felt what he said; read through the Index and twelve chapters in Ezekiel; W. H. Morton called; the two Misses Ramey are at Capt. Dean's tonight; recid a note from Mr. A G. Turner, answered it, the sick seem better, poor little Rough is complaining tonight hope he is not very sick.

September 3rd (Monday) Miss Craige and myself spent the day in Watkinsville, think I shall not have any more business there untill the sale; several called here today; read one chapter in Ezekiel; sent for Dr. Carlton to see Rough, he came after supper, thinks he may get well with care and attention;

September 4th (Tuesday) R. Thomas loft this morning, Stump went up with them to stay all night and go to Miss Ware's marriage; Rough is still here and seems well and lively wrote a letter to Mrs S E Sessions, wrote a note to Mrs. Joe Morton; read one chapter in Ezekiel, no letter from the children yet, can't imagine what they are thinking of.

September 5th (Wednesday) Capt. Dean and C. Dean here this morning; the girls, Stump and myself went to Athens to the baptist church after supper heard Dr. Mell preach from "What will it profit to gain the whole world and lose your own soul." I thought a most excelent sermon; would write the sum total being now so plain to me, but feel wearied and sleepy, my side has troubled me considerably again today; read one chapter in Ezekiel; recid a note from Mrs. John White requesting me to help her trim some cake, as her daughter will be married next Tuesday, I feel but little like it but hope I will be able to assist her; recid a letter from Mr. Joseph T. Bilbo. (Ringgold)

September 6th (Thursday) Went up to Mr. John White's this morning, thought I would come home to dinner but did not come untill after sundown, G. King and Miss Craige met me seemed pleased, I was telling all about the wedding and as I came in at my room door Dick ran up behind me hugged and kissed me, I was very much frightened, if it had been too dark to see him I should have fainted; read one chapter in Ezekiel; have not rested any today, trimed two cakes, iced many, brought some home with me, and expect others tomorrow, feel happy to see Dick but he is not well.

September 7th (Friday) Mrs. P. H. Mell and Miss Cooper spent the afternoon here, Miss Ophelia Crane came in a few minutes just before supper; I have been very busy all day working on cake again and feel very much wearied, can scarcely see or sit up; read one Psalm, worked untill near ten o'clock;

September 8th (Saturday) Miss M. W. Ramey and myself went to town this morning called to see Dr. Moore, then Mr. T.R.R. Cobb, then Col. Billups, then called on Mrs. T. A Stone and sent for Mr. Mitchel, came home to dinner; Capt. Dean called this morning. C. Dean and W. H. Morton this afternoon; I was very much fatigued when I came home, and been at work all the afternoon and night till after ten o'clock with those cakes so feel very much like resting, Dr. McClusky called this afternoon says the meeting is still in progress at the corner; and the interest in the baptist and presbeterian churches in Athens increases; read one Psalm

September 9th (Sunday) The girls and myself went to Athens to the presbeterian church, heard Dr. Stiles preach from "Christ in you the hope of glory;" a good sermon, extemporaneous, a good voice, good delivery, and surely the greatest flow, or I may say, command to words, and then he surely felt every word; had a pleasant face, take it all in all I have seldom heard a better sermon; came home to dinner, should have liked to have witnessed the baptism this evening but it was so very warm and such a large crowd, and I can't bear the thought of mixing in a crowd of late; C. Dean and others called during the day; read nine chapters in Ezekiel, recid a letter from W. G. Bilbo yesterday, forgot to name it; the family seem in usual health; I do feel so truly thankful for it with all other blessings we enjoy, I suppose we shall make but little corn and not half a crop of cotton, yet I feel that God will provide for us, if we will only do our part he will not leave or forsake us; "How sweet upon this sacred day, The best of all the seven, To cast our earthly cares away,
And think of God and heaven."

September 10th (Monday) Charles Dean and W. H. Morton called this morning, Capt. Dean and others this afternoon; wrote a note to Mrs. John White recid an answer, been busy again all day with the cakes, and then had some preserves to boil over; The girls recid a letter from home saying one of the children was not expected to live, they will leave tomorrow, I feel very much grieved to see them leave feeling as they do; they have been so cheerful and lively and now to go home so sad, then they write that there is considerable sickness in the city, fear they will be sick, read two chapters in Ezekiel.

September 11th (Tuesday) Miss Maggie White came early this morning for the cakes and other things, Mrs. Joe Morton called at the gate; Mrs. Winfry also called at the gate this morning, and Mrs. Susan Mayne and Mrs. Marr spent the afternoon here, Miss Craige and the Misses Ramey left this morning seeming very sad; recid a letter from Mr. T. Wood; read one chapter in Ezekiel; Stump and Rough are gone to the marriage, I feel grieved that I could not go this morning and assist them, but had to help the girls off, and felt too unwell to go this evening, and then feared I could not get through in time to come home before the company began to assemble; but feel much better this evening than I did this morning, miss the girls very much indeed, do hope they are a home safe and found the family much better than they expected.

September 12th (Wednesday) Capt. Dean here this morning; Johnny White here this evening; all seem pretty well, I think Rough is not so well today; read one chapter in Ezekiel; wrote a note to Mr. L.R.L. Jennings, spent the day reading the Pillar of Fire, by Ingraham.

September 13th (Thursday) R. Thomas came home with Stump this morning; Dr. Moore and others here this afternoon; recid a letter from Miss G. Ramey, read one chapter in Ezekiel, Caroline and Fannie taking medicine.

September 14th (Friday) Several called this morning, Capt. Dean here this afternoon; read one chapter in Ezekiel; wrote a note to Dr. Moore and one to James White; finish reading The Pillar of Fire by Ingraham; like it, and don't like it; don't like the first part, too much of the same thing, too many hard words; like the kind and affectionate stile very much, then the imaginary part is very good, no one could imagine the scenes passing during the plagues more correctly, indeed an eye witness could not have pictured it better, his description of the place after the hail was perfect, we know of course that it is imagination as all we know of it is from the bible; but no one can read it carefully without forming some idea of the distress and entering into the feelings of the Egyptians and Hebrews during and after each plague; take it altogether I think it a good book, yet the young and those who have never read the bible should read it with of converse with one that has read it, or they might imagine that all these things were really so, bible history, and we should never take fiction for truth, therefore the reader should be careful to distinguish and know the one from the other. Wrote a letter to Mr. T. Wood and one to Miss G. Ramey.

September 15th (Saturday) Mrs. Mastin Tuck came this morning after breakfast, then two of Mr. John White's daughters and Mr. Giles; several others called, wrote a note to Mrs. S. E. Daniel, recid one from her; read two chapters in Ezekiel, and read through the Index, we have had several cool days, fire has been comfortable, and the wind has been unpleasant today.

September 16th (Sunday) I believe no one has been here during the day, Stump, Rough and myself went to the baptist church heard Mr. L.R.L. Jennings preach from, "The harvest is past, the summer is ended, and we are not saved;" I thought a good sermon; came home to dinner, the boys went up to the baptizing this afternoon, I rode over to see Mrs. John Smith this afternoon think her very sick, at least in a critical situation; read nine chapters in Ezekiel. O that I could only act right, that I could know just how to do always; be with me O my father and teach me thy law, "O for a heart submissive meek, My dear Redeemer's throne
Where only Christ is heard to speak, And Jesus reigns alone."

September 17th (Monday) Capt. Dean here this morning, Dr. Moore here this afternoon; wrote a note to Mr. Grady, and one to Mr. J. F. Phinizy, read ten chapters in Daniel, four or five negroes taking medicine, commenced raining last night before ten o'clock, had several light showers but not enough to wet the ground;

September 18th (Tuesday) Mrs. A. Graham spent the morning her, Mr. Graham called just before dinner; read two chapters in Daniel and three in Hosea; had a cloudy morning, but now clear; I have been something troubled today, but feel better tonight, have many things to trouble me yet so many blessings, surely no one ever had so many and such kind friends as I have this year, true I have had a great many things to trouble and annoy me, but do feel so truly thankful for the many blessings I have enjoyed; Be pleased O my father to bless all my friends I am a poor lonely old woman can do nothing in the world to repay their kindness, and do from my heart thank thee for raising up so many kind friends, it is not my goodness or virtues but the goodness of God, grant me a good and a perfect heart, Mr. A Graham's kindness today has filled me with gratitude, he heard I was trying to borrow some money, and he came over with all he had to lone me without my even thinking of it, I shall ever remember his kindness;

September 19th (Wednesday) We had some rain last night, and now looking very much like it; I am now about to start to Palmetto to buy some land for Dick, am willing we shall have rain or sunshine, all I ask is that God will watch over and protect us, Bless us O my father, keep us for every evil, and teach us to resist every temptation; grant gracious father that we may come back safe without having met with any accident or misfortune and that we may find all safe when we come, l feel lonely, that I have no male protector, yet thou O God hast promised to be a father to the fatherless and a husband to the widow, remember thy promise, let thy rod and staff comfort me; thou hast been pleased to raise me up so many friends yet thou and thou only art my dependence; for whom have I in heaven but thee and thou art all I desire on earth;

September 22nd (Saturday) Left home on Wednesday the 19th at ten o'clock, intending spending the night at Union Point, but found the accomodation so bad I went as far as the Circle, got there at nine and left next morning at half after six, had but little rest, yet a comfortable room, arrived in Atlanta at nine, expected to meet the children (Dick's) was very much disappointed that I did not; met W. Moore, Mr. E. H. Pottle of Warrenton, Mr. T. Low, Mr. Judgson and others; did not change carrs, arrived at Palmetto at 11 ½ o'clock, Mr. Stead was sick, and as he could not meet me there, sent for me to go to his house, Mr. Roberts had not recid my letter so had to send for him to come to Mr. Steads, as they did not meet me in Palmetto I could not complete my business untill night, then took the carrs at Palmetto again on friday at 6 ¼ o'clock, arrived in Atlanta at nine, spent the morning and dined at Mr. Kelsy's; Mrs. William Moore called on after dinner, and I took supper with her at Mr. Joseph Mead's, took the carrs again at nine and arrived at home this morning at nine o'clock; had a very fatiguing trip, feel very much like resting, my side has pained me very much yesterday and today, and now my back and side both almost craze me; read in the testament every day except yesterday riding all night, only three hours waiting at the Point, I did not read; read two Psalms tonight; and now feel so thankful that I went and come safe, I do thank thee O my father for thy great and merciful kindness towards me, that no accident or misfortune has befallen me, that I met with so many and such kind friends, for every one I met with seemed kind and obliging; I felt so lonely and helpless, having never gone off without Mr. G. before, and then to be on business and not being accustomed to any thing of the sort I felt alone, but every one offered and did every thing they could to help and befriend me, so that I had but little trouble, I feel that is not for my goodness or virtues, but the goodness and mercy of God, and now find all well at home, I feel so truly thankful to all at home for their kindness and attention during my absence; but unto thee O my father do I offer my heartfelt gratitude, teach me to love thee more and more, and serve thee better and better;
"O for a heart to praise my God, A heart from sin set free, A heart that's sprinkled with the blood, So freely shed for me."

September 23rd (Sunday) Stump, Rough and myself went to Athens to the baptist church, heard Dr. Lipscomb (a protistant methodist, now chancellor of the state university), preach from, "Jesus saith unto him, Have I been so long time with you, and yet hast thou not known me, Philip? He that hath seen me, hath seen the father; and how sayest thou then, shew us the father?" I think the best sermon I ever heard, he is an educated man, of course, is a good orator, easy manner, and a good voice don't doubt but I have heard many men that are equal in talent and intelect, and very many sermons that would compare with that in a theological point, but it must be remembered that, that is not the best sermon that displays the most learning, but the one that has the most of Christ in it; and surely none had more than that; and one thing struck me, I can only remember two quotations from the scriptures, surely I never heard a sermon before in my life that did not have more than two quotations; he reads well, and if there be any thing in the face (and I think there is) he is a good and an honest man; came home to dinner; Mr. Thomas here this afternoon; Mrs. J. Morton called at the gate; read nine chapters in Hosea; when I came home yesterday I found a letter from Miss Lizzie Craige. have enjoyed the day; called to see Mrs. T. Daniel this morning, found her cheerful but in bed, and have not been at all well, my side still paining me; "O for an humble contrite heart, Believing, true and clean;

September 24th (Monday) Dick left this morning before eight o'clock; he seemed to feel more than I ever saw him, I felt it very much indeed, yet I do hope it is for the best; he surely will not do worse than he did here, and has been drinking all the time he was here, poor dear boy may God bless and direct him and his family, make them true and devoted christians, teach them to resist temptation and keep them from evil; soon after he started Mrs. Rhodes came and spent the day, soon after she came Col. Billups called an hour or so; Mrs. Joe Morton called this afternoon an hour, and Mr. and Mrs. W. Morton (Junior) rode to the gate and seemed cheerful but did not come in; wrote a note to Dr. Moore, recid a letter from Miss Gertie Ramey; read two chapters in Hosea; I have not been well again today, but better; and have felt sad all day; thought of Dick so often, poor fellow if he would only do right he would have friends and get on so well;

September 25th (Tuesday) Several called; recid a letter from Mrs. A. J. Porter, wrote one to Miss Lizzie Craige; read one chapter in Joel. Fannie is complaining more than usual today, hope the Dr. will see her tomorrow; as we rather expected him today.

September 26th (Wednesday) W. H. Morton and C. Dean dined here; Cordelia was confined this morning sent for the Dr. soon after dinner, he came after we eat supper, had supper for him and he prescribed for two negroes and left at ten o'clock. recid a letter from Mattie; commenced one to her, read one chapter in Joel.

September 27th (Thursday) Went to town this morning hoping I would meet Mr. Jackson and save me the ride to Watkinsville next Monday; but was disappointed; called on Mrs. Stone, on Mrs. Daniel, on Mrs. T. Moore and on Mrs. Frierson, Miss S. Frierson came home with me; Capt. Dean called this afternoon; read one chapter in Joel, finished my letter to Mattie tonight; the family in usual health;

September 28th (Friday) Several called during the day, wrote a letter to Dick, made a fan for Mr. Roberson of Augusta; I have suffered more than usual with my back today; read one chapter in Amos, poor Dick I do think of him so often, bless him O my father and make him sober, truthful, honest and upright.

September 29th (Saturday) Several gentlemen called, recid a letter from Mr. Ramey and Story, and one from Miss Lizzie Craig, read one chapter in Amos, have done no work today, in all my troubles I have never passed such a day as this, in my former trials l have always had something l could lean on, something I could look to as being some pleasure to me, but now, my last earthly hope is gone, I have nothing on earth I can think of as giving me any pleasure; Bless me O my father and teach me to bear it as I should, let me feel that all things work together for good; O my poor dear unfortunate children, what am I to do, teach me how to act, for I am a poor lonely old woman, no one to advise or counsel me, do thou be my guide and counselor, help me to guide my family according to thy will; how is it that all can get on and do right but mine? Not my will but thine be done; "Great God afflict not in thy wrath, The short allotted span, That bound the few and weary days, Of pilgrimage to man."

September 30th (Sunday) We could not go to church this morning as it looked so much like rain, but had sunshine from twelve o'clock till evening, regret very much that I didnot go to church, but there is the difficulty we labor under in the country, be cloudy in the morning, and just at the time to go to church clear off, then it is too late to get the carriage and horses ready and the driver get ready; read through the Index, seven chapters in Amos and through Obadiah. "Create in me a clean heart O God, and renew a right spirit within me; Cast me not away from thy presence and take not thy holy spirit from me," for I am a sinner, my whole life has been nothing but sin, O teach me thy law, and do thou walk and talk with me.

October 1st (Monday) Rough and myself went to Watkinsville this morning, called at Dr. Moore's door to talk to him, then called at Mr. T.R.R. Cobb's door to ask his opinion; got to Watkinsville about nine o'clock, called at Mr. Jackson's office to see him, did not accomplish my business with him, at least he did not grant me the order; dined and spent the afternoon at Mr. Richardson's, Mr. B. Langford called there just before I left; came home at dusk; read one chapter in Jonah, feel very much fatigued as I have not laid down today and had such a long ride; recid a letter from Dick when I came home, so happy to hear from him, poor dear boy I do wish he would be a good boy and a sober one.

October 2nd (Tuesday) Col. Billups called this morning; packed up the trunk and box for Miss Craig, wrote a letter to Miss G. A. Ramey, one to Miss Rebecca Richardson, and one to Dick; read three chapters in Jonah; could neither read or work today, have been very much depressed all day, never have been at such a loss don't know what I ought to
do, be pleased O my father to bless and direct me; teach me how to act, and let the words of my mouth and meditations ofmy heart be acceptable to thee.

October 3rd (Wednesday) Raining nearly all day; think no one has called today; wrote a note to Mr. A. Grant and one to Mr. T. M. Crawford; and a letter to Mrs. A. J. Porter; read five chapters in Micah; I have felt much better today in body and mind; Bess me O my father and let me feel that all things work together for good; I have had many trails and difficulties to encounter during the year but I do thank thee that I have had so many blessings, O that I could always praise and adore thy holy name, for thy great and merciful kindness towards me; I do thank thee that this burden and difficulty has in a great measure been removed; bless my poor dear children, teach me how to guide and direct them, but to thee and thy care I would commit them, be their guide and counselor,
O be their God and their Savior.

October 4th (Thursday) No rain today, but cloudy all day; Mrs. Jack Hale here this evening; wrote a letter to Mrs. T. Hundly, read two chapters in Micah and through Nahum; several negroes complaining; I hope none dangerous, I have felt better, but my side still paining me; O my father teach me to trust implicitly in thy love, and be guided by thy wisdom, let me have no wish no will but thine "O for a heart submissive meek,
My dear Redeemer's throne, Where only Christ is heard to speak, And Jesus reigns alone."

October 5th (Friday) I think no one has been in the house today, several called at the gate; read one chapter in Habakkuk; I feel very much fatigued tonight having taken too much exercise during the day, I very much fear I shall never be able to exercise much or do any thing of much account; recid a letter from Dick poor dear boy do wish he may always be a good boy and make a support for his family; recid a note from Mr. Wood, the sick seem better, indeed all up today.

October 6th (Saturday) Mrs. Mastin Tuck here this morning, Capt. Dean here this afternoon, Wrote a letter to Dick; my sick seem better, I feel better in body, but so many things happen to distress me, O my father to thee and thee only do I look for help, be pleased to help me, teach me how to act, do thou be my guide and my counselor, bless my poor dear children and teach them thy commandments, O let them not forsake thee, but keep them sober, truthful, honest and upright, O spare my poor children. Read one chapter in Habakkuk.

October 7th (Sunday) Commenced raining last night, has not rained enough to run in the yard today but so much like it, I feared to go to church, had but little sun all day; I regret very much that I could not go, had looked forward to today with some anxiety, but not my will; read two chapters in Habakkuk, through Zepaniah and Haggai; the sick seem better, I feel better today, but not well and still some heaviness, bless us O my father and teach us thy laws;

October 8th (Monday) Mr. Joseph Morton called this morning, Mr. Watson here this afternoon, sent for Dr. Moore this morning but he has not been; the sick all better but Fannie, she seems to suffer more, recid a letter from Mrs. Martha Billups; read one chapter in Zechariah. Rough complaining tonight, poor little fellow hope he is not going to be sick, every time he complains I feel uneasy about him, his whole family gone but him, and I somehow fear he will not live to be grown, bless him O my father, the poor little motherless one, and grant him a new heart.

9th October (Tuesday) Received a letter from Miss Gertie Ramey; a traveler here tonight, Dr. Moore here this afternoon to see the sick, Fannie seems better, several complaining, read thirteen chapters in Zechariah. Rough seems better, do hope he will not be sick much.

October 10th (Wednesday) The traveler left this morning and I think no one has been in the house today, many called at the gate going and coming from the fair; have not written a note, and only recid one from Dr. R. D. Moore; finished reading Mary Bunyan, the dreamer's blind daughter, by Sallie Rochester Ford; a good book, suit all classes, particularly children, being a tale of religious persecution, read one chapter in Malachi. The sick all seem better, I have taken more exercise and felt better than common, but think I have the colic tonight.

October 11th (Thursday) Another day we have had not company; Fannie died this morning soon after sunrise, I did not expect it, as she seemed better yesterday, was walking about the house and was out in the yard, suppose it was from being so much sweeled [swelled?]; the rest seem better, G. King and Rough went to the fair, Stump has a sore foot and cannot wear his shoe so of course could not go; read three chapters in Malachi; have not written or recid a line during the day; been cloudy all day and some little rain but now clear.

October 12th (Friday) A fair day; Mrs. Graham called this afternoon, Mr. Mastin Tuck here also; recid a letter from Mattie and a note from Dr. T. G. Macon; read five chapters in Matthew, the sick all better, my side and back still paining me; Bless us O my father and teach us thy laws.

October 13th (Saturday) Mr. Mastin Tuck here this morning; a cloudy day with considerable wind from the east; read one chapter in Matthew; the sick seem better, I feel much [better?] tonight; it is still cloudy, hope we shall have a good day tomorrow.

October 14th (Sunday) A cloudy day, I went to Athens alone to church; went to the baptist church heard Dr. Lipscomb preach from, "And I am glad for your sakes that I was not there, to the intent ye may believe," I may have heard a more theological sermon, but so much of Christ, so much of every day religion, so plain and feeling, surely I have never heard any one preach better sermons than the two he has preached and yet I never heard a man quote as little scripture as he does, yet he preaches scripture all the way; as it was cloudy and quite cool, I called at Mrs. Stone's this morning untill the bell rang; came home to dinner, did not feel the change in the weather, and hope it will not affect me; read several pieces in the Index, one sermon and three chapters in Matthew; the sick all doing well and I feel much better, but after hearing such a good sermon I surely should feel better: "How sweet upon this sacred day,
The best of all the seven, To cast our earthly cares away, And think of God and heaven." "How sweet to be allowed to pray, Our sins may be forgiven, With fillial confidence to say, Our father who art in heaven."

October 15th (Monday) Col. John Billups here this afternoon, a traveler here tonight; had a frost last night but can see no damage from it; think we shall have more tonight; have been all day moving and fixing my flowers, read one chapter in Matthew, T. M. Daniel called;

October 16th (Tuesday) Capt. Dean and others called, I have been busy all day working with my flowers and not done now; wrote a letter to Miss G. A Ramey; read one chapter in Matthew.

October 17th(Wednesday) Finished putting up my flowers this morning, Mrs. Rhodes came before I finished, is here now; read three chapters in Matthew, O my father be pleased to bless my poor children, they do so different to what I would wish them.

October 18th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 58, at three 56, a cloudy day and now at nine o'clock raining; Capt. Dean here this morning, wrote a letter to Mr. L. J. Deupree and a note to Mrs. A Graham; read two chapters in Matthew.

October 19th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 50, at three 49, raining all night and all day, and still raining at nine o'clock; wind from the east; recid a letter from Dick, glad to hear he is well and seeming cheerful; Dr. Moore called this evening prescribed for three negroes, all seem better, my tooth is troubling me again, hope it will not get worse; read two chapters in Matthew, wrote a letter to Dick, recid a note from Mrs. Graham.

October 20th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 49, at twelve 54, at three 54, a cloudy day, some rain, wind still from the east; Capt. Dean called, recid a letter from Miss Lizzie Craige; Caroline confined this morning, daughter, I have been suffering intensely with tooth ache all day, read one chapter in Matthew, can write no more.

October 21st (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 49, at twelve 58, at three 53, another cloudy day but little rain, wind still from the east; read one chapter in Matthew, the sick seem to be getting on pretty well, some eight or ten complaining, I am some better, that is my tooth is easy at this time, but sick otherwise, can't write.

October 22nd (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 49, at twelve 66, at three 67, a fair day; I think no one has been in the house today, several called at the gate; commenced a letter to Miss Lizzie Craige; the sick all seem better, I feel much better, and so truly thankful for that with every other blessing I have this day enjoyed; read one chapter in Matthew. "O to Grace how great a debtor, Daily I'm constrained to be,
Let that grace Lord like a fetter, Bind my wandering soul to thee."

October 23rd (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 45, at twelve 66, at three, a fair cool day; Mrs. Joe Mo1ton and her daughter called this morning, soon after she left M1. Joe Morton and Col. Billups called, Dr. Moore also called this morning; the sick better I have been much better, but my tooth pains me some tonight, a little cold I think; finished my letter of eight pages to Miss Craig; recid one from Mrs. A.J. Porter; wrote several notes, read one chapter in Matthew.

October 24th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 45, at twelve 71, at three 73, a fair day; Capt. Dean called this morning; wrote a letter to Mrs. A. J. Porter; Caroline complaining more than common, I feel much better, been out in the garden, yard and green house; hope I shall get on now yet, am perfectly willing to suffer, any thing and every thing if God will be with me and help me to bear it; read one chapter in Matthew, commenced "The Throne of David" by J. H. Ingraham.

October 25th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 72, at three 74, a fair day, with considerable smoke, an indian summer day; Mr. and Mrs. Ishan Gunter and Mrs. P. Rhodes here tonight; I feel so much pleased to [see?] the old people, the old gentlemen 80, the old lady 75 and traveling along like young people; seem so cheerful and lively, a perfect lesson to all; read one chapter in Romans for Mr. Gunter, as he cannot see to read, before he went to prayer; the sick all seem better, I fear I have taken more cold but do hope I will not be sick again.

October 26th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 74, at three 72, a fair day but smoky all day; my friends all left this morning; several gentlemen called during the day; read one chapter in Matthew; Stump recid a letter form Dick glad to hear they are all [well?]; we are all better, O my father bless and direct us, grant that we may live in peace all white and black, O I am a poor feeble creature, help me O my father;

October 27th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 74, at three _, a cloudy day; Charles Dean, Mr. and Mrs. William Dougherty here this afternoon, read one chapter in Matthew; the sick better only C now, I felt so unwell from that pain in my side that I sent for mineral water again this morning, feel better, side still hurting me, commenced a letter to Dick.
October 28th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 67, at three 68, commenced raining before eight o'clock, and still raining, had several hard showers; Commenced getting ready to go to church this morning but the rain prevented, regret it very much, would like to have good weather on sunday; yet I have read greater part of the day in the Throne of David, and two chapters in Matthew. Capt. Dean here this afternoon.

October 29th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 52 at twelve 70 at three _, a cloudy morning, cleared off about ten and sunshine the remainder of the day; finished my letter to Dick and mailed it; went to town this morning, called at Mrs. Stone's, sent for Mr. W. Dougherty, he came and after conversing with M1. Cobb called on me again; l hope l can how go on with the sale of the negroes, Mrs. Stone and myself called on Mrs. Jennings, then on Mrs. Crane, dined with Mrs. Stone, called on Mrs. Clark, then on Mrs. T. M. Daniel, then on Mrs. T. Moore and home about sundown; read some in the Throne of David; and one chapter in Matthew.

October 30th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 71, at three_, a fair day, Stump and myself rode over to Capt. Dean's this morning to see one [of] the negroes there sick, he is better and is now here; have several children here sick with colds; Col. Billups called this morning, himself and wife again this afternoon, and Mr. and Mrs. T.
M. Daniel were here this afternoon; recid a letter from Miss Lizzie Craig, wrote one to Dick. Bless me O my father and teach me thy law, read one chapter in Mark.

October 31st (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 71, at three _, a fair morning, but soon after breakfast a fog came over, then fair again, Capt. Dean called this morning; I went to town soon after dinner called at Mr. Daniel's; sent for Mr. Mitchel, after conversing with him we called on Mr. Cobb, met him in the streets, had a conversation, called at Mr. T. Moore's, Miss G. Shaw came home with me, did not get home untill after dark; I recid a note from Mr. and Mrs. Dougherty, answered them; wrote to Mr. Cobb, recid an answer; read two chapters in Mark; the family in usual health, feel so truly thankful for it.

November 1st (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 61, at twelve 68, at three 72, a rainy day, and since dark a hard rain; recid a letter from Miss G. Ramey, wrote a note to Dick; read one chapter in Mark; I have been out nearly all day having shrubbery dug up and set out, had some taken up at my mother's and set out here; mearly [merely?] to take care of them, do hope they will live.

November 2nd (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 43, at twelve 56, at three 59, a fair day; wind west, Miss Shaw left just before sundown; Stump and Rough went up with her to a show, to see a lady dwarf; wrote a note to Mr. Grant, and a pass for Nancy; read one chapter in Mark, all in usual health; I feel very much dejected, poor Stump I feel like he will never do as I wish him to; Bless him O my father and make him a christian.

November 3rd (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 65, at three 66, a fair day, a white frost this morning; Capt. Dean and his son Charles here this morning; wrote or commenced a letter to Mrs. A J. Porter; unpacked and packed all Mrs. Porter's trunks today, do hope I shall get them there safe next week, and wonder what will be the
next trouble I shall have to encounter; read one chapter in Mark, have been reading near two hours in the Throne and my eyes pain me very much indeed can write no more.

November 4th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 45, at twelve 62, at three 64, a fair day; Rough and myself went to Athens called at Mr. T. Moore's untill the bell rang, went to the baptist church heard Mr. Darrett preach from the 23rd and 24th verses of the first chapter of first Corinthians, a good text but not much sermon; waded too deep for his talents came home to dinner, read six chapters in Ma1k, and tonight in the Throne of David, several complaining tonight, I feel truly thankful that I am so well tonight hope I shall be able to ride to Watkinsville tomorrow and back safely and succeed in my undertaking. Bless my poor children O my father and teach me to guide and direct them according to thy will; I thank thee gracious father that I went and came safe today.

November 5th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 37, at twelve 63, at three 66, a fair day, and quite cool this morning, Rough and myself went to Watkinsville this morning, went to ordinary's office before dinner, dined at Mr. Richardson's, came home before sundown; Mr. John Smith took breakfast here; Lucy and Cordelia both complaining heavily tonight; I feel fatigued but hope in usual health; read one chapter in Mark; Bless me O my father and grant that I may get through my estate business safely.

November 6th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 65, at three 65, a fair day, several called at the gate, no one came in, read one chapter in Mark; feel unwell tonight, several complaining.

November 7th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 38, at twelve 52, at three 55, a fair day, and quite cool for the season; Capt. Dean here this morning; finished reading "The Throne of David," by Professor Ingraham, Biblical romance, think I like it better than the Pillar of Fire or Prince of the House of David, that is I think it more improving than either, he surely has an imaginative mind, and describes places and faces, from fancy or imagination as well as any writer can; yet I differ with him in some things; read two chapters in Mark. I have had some colic for three days, hope I shall not be worse.

November 8th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 45, at twelve 56, at three 56, a cloudy day, Capt. Dean here this morning; Mr. and Mrs. T. M. Daniel here this afternoon, Mrs. P. Rhodes and James Thomas here tonight; wrote a letter to Miss Lizzie Craig, and several notes; read one chapter in Luke. I have suffered all day with colic again, the rest seem mending.

November 9th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 55, at twelve 63, at three 67, rained untill one o'clock this afternoon, since that sunshine, flying clouds and considerable wind; Mrs. Rhodes left after dinner; wrote and recid several notes; read three chapters in Luke.

November 10th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 56, at three 56, a fair day, with considerable wind from the northeast; today being the appraisement and division of my mother's estate, Capt. Dean, Capt. Dorsey, Dr. Camack, and Dr. Moore spent the morning and dined with us, they being the appraisors; Dr. R. Smith called, James Thomas left after dinner; Caroline complaining today, Dr. Moore prescribed for four, I have not been well but better than yesterday; read one chapter in Luke; wrote and recid several notes; commenced reading "The Infidel's Confession," by Taylor.

November 11th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 62, at three 65, a fair day cloudy and windy this morning, thinking it would be an unpleasant day, not being at all well myself and having four sick negroes I concluded not to go to church, Stump cannot wear his shoes, and Rough was quite unwell this morning, all seem better now; and we have had quite a pretty day. I regret not going yet I have scarcely been well enough to go; Parks Morton called this morning; Miss Pernelia Barber here tonight, read ten chapters in Luke.

November 12th(Monday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 70, at three 72, a fair day, Capt. Dean called this morning; Mrs. Susan Mayne dined here; wrote a letter to Col. J. Billups for Mrs. Rhodes, and some advertisements for this week's paper, read a chapter in Luke.

November 13th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 67, at three 68, a fair day, Miss P. Barber left here this morning; the sick all better, read three chapters in Luke, Mrs. Thomas Steward here this morning.

November 14th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 63, at three 65, a fair day, several called, a traveler here from S.C. read three chapters in Luke; the family seem in better health than usual yet I feel rather sad, have had so many portentious dreams of late, feel like some of my family or friends will die soon; Be pleased gracious father to bless us all in time and take us to thyself in eternity; so many of my friends have died of late that I feel "it is enough, stay now thy hand;" but not my will, only be pleased to fit and prepare us for every dispensation of thy will, This is Mr. G.'s birthday, would have been 64 today, have often thought of it during the day, always had something for dinner that he liked, most always a turkey, and very frequently company, and sometimes, without his knowledge, just to surprise him.

November 15th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 37, at twelve 64, at three 66, a fair morning, a cloudy afternoon; Capt. Dean and son Charles and Mrs. A Graham here this afternoon; wrote a note to my little grandson, read one chapter in Luke, the sick all seem better but Lucy.

November 16th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 59, at three 62, a cloudy day, commenced raining after supper; Stump and myself spent the morning at Mr. A Graham's, the sick all up but Lucy, she seems better; read one chapter in Luke.

November 17th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 53, at twelve 62, at three 62, a fair windy day; Capt. Dean and Dr. Macon called this morning; my sick all better, I have felt better today; read one chapter in John. my eyes pain me so much tonight I can scarcely read or write.

November 18th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 62 at three 64, a fair day wind high, I think no one has been here during the day; Stump and Rough went to the corner church, it looked so much like rain I feared to go; but cleared off about ten o'clock; read twelve chapters in John, Rough wrote a letter to his grandmother yesterday, I wrote a few lines in it today for him, as he wished it mailed tomorrow; O that I could do tight, bless me O my father and teach me thy law, bless my poor children, I was reading a religious work tonight and Stump paid so little attention to it, it hurt my feelings, bless him and teach him to serve thee.

November 19th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 49, at twelve 61, at three 64, a fair day, no one in the house today I think; read one chapter in John; all seem pretty well but Lucy she about the same.

November 20th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 55, at twelve 62, at three 62, a fair day, Capt. Dean spent the morning here, Dr. Moore here this afternoon to see four sick; but all able to be up; wrote a note to Dr. Moore and one to Mr. T.R.R. Cobb, recid answers; read one chapter in John; have felt sad all day; but sincerely hope we shall get on smoothly; bless us O my father and teach us thy law.

November 21st (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 40, at three 45, a cloudy morning, some hail and a pretty sprinkle of snow, snowed I suppose an hour or so; recid a letter from Dick answered it; read one chapter in John, and since supper read A.H. Stephen's speech against secession, a most excellent thing.

November 22nd (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 27, a twelve 45, at three 44, a bright morning, clouded up about twelve and now raining, we killed eleven hogs this afternoon, feel uneasy about it, but hope for the best, recid a letter from Miss G. Ramey; read one chapter in John; wrote a note to Mr. Graham, recid an answer.

November 23rd (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 38, at twelve 42, at three 44, a rainy dark day; feel very uneasy about my meat, most sure it will not keep, but did for the best, and feel willing to trust; wrote a note to Mrs. S. E. Daniel, a letter to Dick and one to Miss Gertie Ramey; read one chapter in John.

November 24th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 26, at twelve 36, at three 36, a fair windy day, several called at the gate, no one in the house today, and but little passing, such a sudden change that all feel it very sensibly; read three chapters in John; I wished last night for just such a day as this as do feel so truly thankful for it, I thank thee gracious father, and thee only; for every blessing bestowed us, continue thy loving kindness towards us; and be pleased to teach us thy law, O that I could always love and serve thee with my whole heart, soul, mind and strength, "O for a heart to praise my God, A heart from sin set free,
A heart that's sprinkled with the blood, So freely shed for me."

November 25th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 21, at twelve 44, at three 46, a fair day, but cold, so much so that I would not go to church, I could have gone comfortably but too cold for the driver, Mrs. Brewer here this morning; Ed Pottle came this afternoon; pleased to see him; read nine chapters in the Acts of the Apostles.

November 26th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 30 at twelve 53 at three 52 a cloudy day, Mrs. Susan Mayne and Miss Lou Mayne spent the afternoon here, I have not been well today; read three chapters in Acts. Last Saturday I finished reading "The Infidel's Confession;" a most excelent book: written by Taylor.

November 27th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 53, at three 56, a rainy day, very little passing, no one called; read one chapter in Acts. I have not felt well and very melancholy all day, been reading Shakespheare part of the day; the negroes still complaining.

November 28th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 56, at twelve 59, at three_, another rainy day, Abb Dorsey called this morning to sign an instrument of writing; I wrote a few more lines to Dick and sealed up the Deed, ready now to start in the morning; read two chapters in Acts, am now reading Pilgrim's Progress at night aloud, Stump seems pleased with it, recid a letter from Miss Lizzie Craig.

November 29th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 58, at three 59, a cloudy morning, a bright afternoon; Dr. Moore dined here, Mrs. T. Steward here before dinner; recid a letter from Mrs. A J. Porter and one from Dick, glad to hear from him and to hear all are well; wrote a letter to Miss Lizzie Craig and one to Miss R. Richardson; wrote several notes and receipts, read one chapter in Acts.

November 30th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 59, at three 61, a fair day with considerable wind; I spent the day at Mrs. J. Morton's very pleasantly yet I did and said many things I should not have done; read one chapter in Acts; I feel very much fatigued tonight, the family about as usual.

December 1st (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 49, at three 48, a fair windy day; read one chapter in Acts; wrote a letter to Mrs. S.E. Sessions.

December 2nd (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 28, at twelve 41, at three 42, a fair cold day; Stump and myself went [to] Athens to the baptist church, heard Mr. Jennings preach a good sermon from the second verse of the fiftieth Psalm; called on Mrs. Clark, to see Mrs. Carter; came home to dinner; Capt. Dean spent the afternoon here; read one chapter in Acts and one of Spurgeon's Sermons.

December 3rd (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 38, at twelve 40, at three 37, a rainy day; Mr. Mastin Tuck here this morning; the Rev. Isham Gunter, his wife, his nephew (Mr. W. Gunter) and Mr. Crow Nash here tonight; wrote a letter to Mrs. T. Hundly; read four chapters in Acts; old Mr. Gunter seems very feeble tonight, but hope he will rest well and feel better tomorrow.

December 4th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 30, at twelve 41 , at three 40, a fair day; but now cloudy and very cold; my company all left this morning, no one: in the house, several called at the gate, recid a letter from Miss Becca Richardson; read two chapters in Acts, those old people, Mr. and Mrs. Gunter have had a cold day have often thought of them, guess I shall never see them again; and surely if they are not christians they must be thoroughly deceived; Bless me O my father and teach [me] to love and serve thee; let me live to get through my difficulties and then be pleased to put it into my heart to do right every way, let me be constantly going about doing good.

December 5th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 29, at twelve 35, at three 36, a cloudy cold day; with some little snow; I spent an hour at Mr. Brewer's this morning; James White called this evening; recid a note and deed from Dick this morning, also one from Mr. Stead; read one chapter in Acts.

December 6th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 22, at twelve 40, at three 42, a fair cold day; Charles Dean here tonight; Mrs. Rhodes was married at nine o'clock this morning (at W. Mayne's) called at the gate to say goodby; I am sure I could not have believed ten years ago, that I should ever have seen her married once, now, I have lived to see her twice married, she is now Mrs. Giles Jennings; read one chapter in Acts, recid a letter from Miss Lizzie A. Craig.

December 7th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 29, at twelve 48, at three 53, a cloudy day; Capt. Dean here this afternoon; wrote a letter to Miss L. A. Craig; read one chapter in Acts.

December 8th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 67, at three 68, a cloudy day; no one been here during the day; read two chapters in Romans; I have not been so well today; my side troubles me more than it has for some days; I am reading Bunyan's works at night, and O my father grant that it may be an instrument in thy hands of bringing Stump to think of God and heaven! y things. O bless my poor dear children and make them true and devoted christians.

December 9th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 45, at twelve 58, at three_, a cloudy day; Stump and myself went [to] Athens to the baptist church, heard Mr. Jennings preach a very good sermon, called on Mrs. Stone a few minutes, came home to dinner; Dr. Carlton here this afternoon to see Rough, wrote and recid several notes.

December l0th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 59, at three 59, a cloudy day with some rain this afternoon; clear now; Capt. Dean called this afternoon, Mr. G. Jennings and his wife here tonight; I feel really glad to see them; Stump went to town this evening, rather think he will stay all night; read four chapters in Romans.

December 11th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 48, at three 50, a fair day with considerable wind; Mr. and Mrs. Jennings left this morning; Capt. Dean and Seamore Puryear here this afternoon; recid a note from Mrs. M. Edwards answered it; read six chapters in Romans and three in first Corinthians; recid a letter from L. J. Deupree and one from Mrs. Sessions yesterday, neglected noting it last night.

12th December (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 30, at twelve 48, at three 50, a fair day; Mrs. H. Brittian, Mr. and Mrs. Jennings (L.R.L.) spent the day here Capt Dean here this afternoon; read two chapters in First Corinthians; I have spent the day pleasantly but have not felt well, and hope my friends did;

December 13th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 55, at three 58, a fair day; I spent the day in Athens, spent the morning and dined at Mr. T. M. Daniel's; Mrs. Daniel and myself called at Col. Billups, at Mrs. Wray's, at Mr. James Lisle's, at Mrs. F. A. Stone's, Mrs. D. then went home, and Mrs. Stone came home with me, came home about dusk, found all well and looking for me; I have not felt at all well today, my side pains me very much; read one chapter in First Corinthians; recid a letter from Dick, and one from Miss G. Ramey; feel very much fatigued; but so thankful to have gone and come safe, bless me O my father and teach me thy law.

December 14th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 48, at three 44, a rainy day; Mrs. Stone left this morning; Stump went up to start Emeline to Palmetto; found Joel Dean and brought him down, he is just from Louisiana, dined with us; wrote a letter to Dick; read two chapters in first Corinthians, my first child's birthday, she would have been 34 years old today; just to think what changes take place in a few years; how much sickness, how much trouble and anxiety I have gone through since then, and still with all the trouble God has been gracious, I have had many very many blessings; O for an humble thankful heart always.

December 15th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 30, at twelve 34, at three 38, a cold cloudy day; rained all night last night and some sleet on the ground and trees this morning; W. Dean here this morning; recid a sermon from Dr. W. T. Brantly, delivered by himself on thanksgiving day in the first baptist church in Philadelphia, think it just the thing; recommending peace and brotherly feeling; read two chapters in first Corinthians.

December 16th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 35, at twelve 44, at three 44, a fair day; a pleasant day for december, but the ground very wet, and the roads bad, did not go to church; C. Dean here today; read six chapters in first Corinthians and seven in second Corinthians; and one of Spurgeon's Sermons tonight; the family all up but several still complaining; Be pleased O my father to bless us, bless my poor dear children; O that Stump could be a true and devoted christian. I have so many fears for him.

December 17th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 34, at twelve 40, at three 46, a cloudy morning, some sleet on the houses this morning; I had some business in Athens so went up after nine o'clock, called at Miss Sisson's shop untill Capt. Dorsey came, saw him and Dr. Moore, called on Mrs. Winstead, dined at Mr. T. Moore's, called at Mr. H. Brittian's after dinner and home after sundown, found all in usual health, for which I feel so truly thankful, have had so many unpleasant dreams that I feel sure some thing will occur to distress me, feel like I shall have some thing to do with a corpse, bless us O my father and be pleased to spare our family, teach us to resist every temptation and keep us from every evil; read two chapters in second Corinthians. O that I could talk and act just as thou wouldst have me, Mr. W. Brewer, Capt. Dean and C. Dean here during the day.

December l8th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 42 at three 50, another cloudy damp morning, a fail afternoon; Capt. Dean here this evening; wrote him a note since dark, recid an answer; read two chapters in second Corinthians; my side troubles me more today than usual; Friday laid up hope little or nothing the matter.

December 19th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 3 9, at twelve 41, at three 5 8, another rainy day; recid a note from Mrs. Winstead, and a letter from Dick, wrote to Dr. Moore; read two chapters in second Corinthians and through Gallatians; I have been suffering again all day with my teeth and face; I hope I donot think hard of it, at least I think I am perfectly willing to suffer any and every thing, but sometimes I feel like every one can do more than I can, the least exposure makes me sick some way, and then I do suffer so much, Bless me O my father and teach me to bear and forbear.

December 20th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 56, at three 55, a fair day; Mr. Daniel here today, Mr. J. Lilse and Mr. Aaron here to go hunting; read through Ephesians and two chapters in Philippians; I slept very little last night with my tooth, been in bed nearly all day, but feel better tonight, and so thankful, have never had so short an attact, hope I shall get on now, I thank thee gracious father for thy great and merciful kindness towards us, I would thank thee for evil as well as good, and do feel so truly thankful that we have had no death, no sickness, no fire and no storm today; that though I have been sick and suffered yet I am so much better; I still have unpleasant dreams, be pleased to spare our family; we have had so many deaths that if I could be allowed to say it, I would say; "it is enough, stay now thy hand;" yet I only ask, Be pleased to remember us in mercy, if my mother had lived she would have been 69 years old today, poor old creature she had trials and troubles to encounter in this world.

December 21st (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 56, at three 59, a fair day; Capt. Dean, Mr. Brewer, Mr. Watson, here this morning, R. and W. Brittian spent the day here, Dr. Moore here this afternoon prescribed for two negroes and extracted a tooth for me; I feel so much relieved, so thankful that I had help from above to sum up sufficient resolution to have it; have been promising for more than twelve months to do so, and never could till now; read two chapters in Philippians, and through Colossians, been busy all day making flower vases, have so often thought of Mr. G., he would have said so much if he had been here. Bless us O my father and help us to do as thou wilt have us do;

December 22nd (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 34, at twelve 54, at three 56, a fair day; Mr. M. Tuck here this morning, W. Mayne here this afternoon, Mrs. S. Mayne called at the gate, feel truly glad she is in the neighborhood again; read two chapters in first Thessalonians; wrote a letter to Dick.

December 23rd (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 34, at twelve 44, at three 50, a fair day, though it looked very much like rain untill after nine o'clock, Mr. Brewer called this morning; read three chapters in first Thessalonians, through second Thessalonians, through first and second Timothy Titus, Philemon and one chapter in Hebrews.

December 24th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 33, at twelve 47, at three 49, a fair day; Stump and myself spent the day in town, called at Miss Sissons until Stump sent several gentlemen in to see me; called at the Lumpkin House to see Mr. Turner; called on Mrs. Crane, on Mrs. Whitman, on Mrs. Clark and home about sundown; I also went in the Town hall to see the christmas tree; collected several debts, paid some, and hired one negro; Dr. Macon here this afternoon; I feel much fatigued , my side hurting me very much; read two chapters in Hebrews, feel so thankful that I went and came safe, and found all well when I arrived at home, yet I always do something or say something every day and every hour that I regret, home or abroad I am doing wrong, Be pleased O my father to help me keep my lips from evil and my tongue from guile.

December 25th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 39, at twelve 44, at three 50, a rainy morning, sun since one o'clock; Mr. Hawks and Parks Morton here this afternoon; read ten chapters in Hebrews; I have not been well again today, and the negroes that have been hired and those we sold some years ago, coming in, and being christmas and every thing happening at present reminds me of Mr. G. so I have not had a pleasant day at all; yet I have and do thank God that I have been spared to see another return to this day; bless us O my father and grant that I may live many years, and grow in grace and in favour with God and man.

December 26th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 47, at three 48, a fair day, Capt. Dean here this morning; I have felt some better today, but very much dejected, the negroes seem determined to take every advantage of me; don't know how I am to get on; Bless me bless us, white and black, O my father and grant that we may do just as thou wilt have us; let us love each other and all work together; read through the General Epistle of James, and first and second Peter; wrote several passes and a letter to Dick.

December 27th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 46, at three 48, a fair, cold, windy day; Mrs. S. Mayne spent the morning here, James White here this morning; wrote a letter to Miss Lizzie Craig since supper; read through First, Second and Third John, Jude and four chapters in Revelations; all in moderate health, and a very quiet christmas, some calling every day, but no [one] to spend the day or stay all night this week.

December 28th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 34, at twelve 44, at three 44, a fair morning, a cloudy afternoon; Mrs. Joe Morton and her daughter called this morning, W. Dean here tonight; Mrs. Ann Hatteway called at the gate; recid a letter from Miss Lizzie Craig; finished reading through Revelations, a cold unpleasant night.

December 29th (Saturday) Thermometer at 34, from daylight till dark, suppose we looked at it some fifteen times or more; Mr. Willis Cooper and his son here before twelve and Mr W Wood here this afternoon, raining and sleeting all day, read one chapter in Genesis; all seem in usual health, I feel some better today, and so truly thankful for the many many blessings I daily have bestowed upon me. "O for a heart to praise my God,
A heart from sin set free, A heart that's sprinkled with the blood,
So freely shed for me."

December 30th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 36, at twelve 38, at three 40, raining all day; the sleet all disappeared about nine o'clock this morning; read one sermon this morning, and nineteen chapters in Genesis tonight, commenced the bible tonight intending to read it through to the family; we expected Mr. B. Langford to preach at Pleasant Grove yesterday and today, but the [weather?] being so very inclement he did not come; I have some how felt very much depressed all day, my dreams trouble me so much; Be pleased O my father to bless and direct me, Grant me many years yet to be with and help my poor children.

December 31st (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 36, at twelve 38, at three 40, a cloudy morning, a bright afternoon; Capt. Dean and Robert Whitman here since dinner; Rough started to school today poor little fellow he seemed to feel so much when he left; no father, mother or any relative but myself and children I feel sad when I think of him for I am in the same condition, no father, mother, brother, sister and then no husband or child old enough to help me and yet, God has been pleased so far to raise me up so many friends; I thank thee O my father for thy great and merciful kindness towards me; I am this day fifty years old, have passed through so many trials, and yet thou hast ever been with me; so many as good by nature and so much better by practice have been taken from time to eternity, and yet I am spared; O teach me to praise and adore thy great and merciful name for so many blessings; read in Genesis; I have read 5,490 pages this year; not so much as I have some years, but I have had so many things to do, and so much to encounter I have not been able to do more; have heard only 16 sermons, and made 132 visits and calls and most of them on business; 97 ladies have visited me during the year and of course some of them have been several times, I feel very melancholy tonight, think my mother's negroes will be sold tomorrow, I do dread it so much; I thank thee gracious father that thou hast permitted me to live through this year, will thou be pleased to grant me many years yet, to help my poor orphan children.

1861 January lst Thermometer this morning at 36, at twelve 42, at three 45, a cloudy day; Stump and myself went to Watkinsville, had a very unpleasant ride both morning and evening; but the negroes were sold, and I think taking every thing into consideration sold better than I expected, nine negroes averaging 759 dollars; I have spent a very unpleasant day, seeing and knowing they were sold and divided: but I could not help it, went and came safe for which I feel so truly thankful; read one chapter in Genesis; This is new year's day, I thank thee gracious father for thy great and merciful kindness towards me; I thank thee that I have lived to begin a new year, and also that with the year I begin another year of my life, be with me through this year, grant that I may lead a better life, O grant that I may think less of the world and more of God and heaven; grant that not a day may pass during the year that I donot do some good to some individual; Let me love and serve thee honestly and devotedly during the year; and be pleased to grant us every blessing thou seest we need, and grant us thankful and obedient hearts; and now, be pleased to bless my poor children, O grant that both may live a new life this year, and if it could be thy will grant that both may be true and devoted christians before another year; and then remember our servants, grant that they may live and act according to thy will, and that all may be true christians before another year, let this family be as a city set on a hill, that others seeing our good works, may glorify thy name. 'Create in us all clean hearts, and renew right spirits within us."

January 2nd (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 38, at twelve 42, at three 43, a rainy day, Mrs. A Graham spent two hours here this afternoon; Charles Dean was also here; I have felt better today than I expected; the rest in usual health; read in Genesis; recid a letter and new years's gift from Miss Wardie Ramey, I prize it very highly being a cloud of her own knitting; I thank thee O my father for thy great and merciful kindness towards me; true, we cannot tell who are our friends, but I feel willing to believe I have some; not for any thing I do, or have ever done, but thou hast been pleased to raise me up friends more and better than I deserve; and now wilt thou be pleased to guide and direct me, make me deserve or at least return their friendship. Let every word, action and thought of my life be agreeable to thy will.

January 3rd (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 49, at three 52, a fair day, Col. J. Billups, Mr. T. House, and Capt. Dean here this morning; Mrs. A Graham called at the gate; recid a letter from Dick's little son, at least Dick wrote it for him; read in Genesis; I have felt some better today, but still very much dejected; twenty-four years today since my father died, it seems to me scarcely a week passes that does not remind me of some sad event; Bless us O my father and teach us thy law.

January 4th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 33, at twelve 47, at three 51, a fair day; Capt. Dean here this morning; Dr. Moore and G. Graham here this afternoon. recid a letter from Miss Lizzie Craig, one from Mrs. Coley and one from Phinizy and Clayton; wrote one to Miss W. Ramey, read in Genesis; Dr. Moore thinks Violet (an old negro woman) cannot live long, she is 82 years old; feel very much disappointed that I did not receive a letter from Dick.

January 5th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 33, at twelve 46, at three 52, a fair day; Mrs. Susan Mayne here this morning; wrote a letter to L. J. Deupree; and one to Messrs. Phinizy and Clayton; finished reading the Canons of Good Breeding (author not named) read through at night to Stump, read in Genesis.

January 6th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 33, at twelve 51, at three 54, a fair day, but clouded up about sundown; C. Dean dined with us, W. Dean and Mr. Hale here this afternoon; read two sermons and in Genesis, the family in usual health, the old negro woman seems better. I was very anxious to go to church this morning, but the roads were so bad, Stump and G. King persuaded me not.

January 7th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 52, at three 51, a rainy day; I sowed garden peas this morning before it began to rain, Mr. Joe Morton called this morning; recid a letter from Mr. A J. Porter, wrote one to her and one to Miss Lizzie Craig; read in Genesis, the family in usual health, Bless us O my father and teach us thy laws.

January 8th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning a 46, at twelve 58, at three 62, a fair day; Mr. William Marable and Mr. West Puryear, Capt. Dean and Mr. Riley here this morning; Joel and W. Dean here since sundown and Stump went home with them; read in Exodus and one sermon since supper; been writing nearly all day; Be pleased O my father to "Search me and know my heart, try me and know my thoughts, and see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead in the way everlasting." "O for a heart to praise my God, A heart from sin set free, A heart that's sprinkled with the blood, So freely shed for me."

January 9th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 54, at three 60, a cloudy day, a little sprinkle of rain this morning; several called at the gate but I think no one has been in the house; wrote a letter to Mrs. Polly Jennings; wrote a note to Mrs. Graham, recid an answer; read in Genesis, Bless us O my father and teach us thy law.
January 10th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 53, at three 54, a fair day; Capt. Dean here this afternoon; read in Exodus; I have been very much dejected today, Stump swapped off his father's horse and I feel sad about it, I give him the horse and can't say I object really to it, yet I feel like every thing that belonged to him feels near and dear to me; then I fear he has made a bad trade, he is so impulsive so hasty and then so young, and never done any thing, I wish he had consulted his friends before he traded, but hope it is all right, bless us O my father and help us in all our undertakings.

January 11th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 28, at twelve 45, at three 50, a fair day; Rough came down tonight seeming very much pleased to see us and I feel glad to see him and to see him well and satisfied; just two years today since his mother (my sister) died, and so many deaths and so many unpleasant things have transpired since; bless us all O my father and teach us thy laws; O that I could do right, be pleased to continue thy loving kindness towards me, I have had so many blessings in all my trouble and distress thou hast been with me, and blessed me and kept me from so many evils, ever give me a thankful heart, read in Exodus.

January 12th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 53, at three 55, a cloudy day; James Mayne called this morning, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Morton dined here, Mrs. Graham here since dinner; Eliza Morton (Joe Morton's daughter) here tonight; read in Leviticus; I expected a letter from Dick today, feel very much disappointed that I did not receive it; poor boy I fear he is sick, or perhaps some of the children, however children think so little of their parents uneasiness, bless my poor children and teach them thy laws·, two years today since sister was buried; I came, home sick and had a terrible spell, was in bed several days.

January 13th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 39, at twelve 43, at three 44, a cloudy, windy day; so much so I could not go to church, and now raining. Eliza Morton left this evening; I have enjoyed the day reading, though I have felt very melancholy all day; and still have so many unpleasant dreams; Bless us O my father and keep us from every evil; thou and thou only art able to see into futurity; if it could be thy will be pleased to keep from sickness and death, from fire and storm; read in Genesis when alone and in Leviticus and Numbers to Stump, am reading the bible through to him; O grant gracious father that it may be an instrument in thy hands of making him repent and reform; Poor Dick if I could only hear that he was a true christian.

January 14th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 34, at twelve 35, at three 36, a rainy day, some sleet at daylight; Rough left this morning, no one been here today; read in Numbers; I have been writing nearly all day; still feel unpleasant as I have unpleasant dreams every night, Bless us O my father, teach us to resist every temptation and keep us from every evil.

January 15th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 38, at twelve 43, at three 48, another rainy day, hard rain from an hour by sun untill now; not all the time, but hard showers; Mrs. Martin called this morning. Capt. Dean spent two or three hours here since dinner, Mrs. Graham called at the gate, would have come in but for the rain; read in Numbers, I can't see why Dick dont write; sometimes feel very uneasy about them, then again think if any thing was the matter they would let me know, I feel unwell tonight, taking cold, the rest seem in usual health, for which I feel truly thankful.

January 16th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 56, at three 59, a fair day. with considerable wind; Mr. Graham here early this morning; Capt. Dean here this afternoon; recid a letter from Dick, pleased to hear they are all well; and do hope he will do well, that both will be more industrious and careful and do well; read in Deuteronomy, wrote a letter to Dick.

January 17th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 39, at twelve 54, at three 57, a cloudy day, very little sun, Robert Thomas called this morning, wrote a letter to Mr. Melville C. Roberts, and a note to Mrs. T. G. Macon, recid an answer from Mrs. M.; read in Deuteronomy. I donot feel very well have some cold, the rest in usual health; just thirty-five years tonight since I was married, and to think of the many changes, the many trials and temptations I have had; and yet in all God has been with me and blessed me, and kept me from so many evils and misfortunes; and I must confess that in all my past life I have had so many more blessings, so much good than evil that I must be content, I hope I donot murmur or repine, but sometimes I think if I had my husband again; yet I do hope that I feel it is all right and for my good, bless us O my father and teach us thy commandments; "O for a heart submissive meek, My dear Redeemer's throne, Where only Christ is heard to speak, And Jesus reigns alone."

January 18th (Friday) Thermometer this morning) at twelve 48, at three 49, a rainy day, some hard showers; Mr. Bostick here tonight; read in Genesis, thirty-five years ago today was a cloudy day, and very cold, all the neighbors and friends at my father's dined and spent the day; now nearly all the company dead; that were there that day; Be pleased O my father to grant me a good and a perfect heart; let me love and praise thee for thy great and merciful kindness towards me.

January 19th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 38, at twelve 54, at three 56, a cloudy day, Mr. Bostick left this morning; Dr. Macon and Joel Dean called this morning, also Col. John Billups. Read in Joshua; all seem to have colds but none sick much, yet I still have unpleasant dreams, be pleased O my father to bless us and keep us in life and in health, this day thirty-five years ago the ground was covered with snow, Mr. G. and myself with all the neighbors at his father's, recid a letter from Mrs. Hundly.

January 20th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 51, at three 53, a cloudy day, no one I think been here today, the roads are so very bad I didnot go to church; read in Joshua, through Judges, Ruth and first Samuel, read to Stump, so have enjoyed the day very much indeed, Stump and myself both complaining of cold, hope we will not be very sick.

January 21st (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 39, at twelve 43, at three 44, a cloudy day, but no rain; Joel Dean called this morning; wrote a letter to Mrs. T. Hundly; recid one from Rough, poor little fellow I feel very much gratified to think he thinks enough of me to write, hope he will do well after all; read in second Samuel, wrote a note to Rough, one to Dr. Moore, one to Mr. T. Daniel and one to W. Jones tonight, to have them ready to send up early in the morning if we should live and nothing happen.

January 22nd (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 34, at twelve 47, at three 47, a cold windy day, sunshine about half the day; Capt. Dean here this morning; recid a note from Mr. T. M. Daniel; read in Genesis, all have colds but all up, Stump went to town tonight to a show, bless him O my father and teach him to resist every temptation and keep him from every evil, O keep him sober, truthful and honest untill he returns, thirty-four years today since we moved to this place;

January 23rd (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 34, at twelve 34, at three 34, the ground and trees covered with sleet this morning, been raining, hailing and sleeting all day, trees breaking in every direction, have not had such a sleet in many years and from sunrise yesterday untill eight this morning the wind blowing a gale from the northeast and still from that point but so severe, don't think a human being has passed the road today, but few if any such day since I lived here; read one sermon and in Genesis, this night thirty-eight years ago I was at a wedding; thirty-four years ago tonight a traveler staid here, the first person that came here after we moved here, and one year tonight Mr. G. came in tl1is room, and never was out any more, never walked across the floor after that O if I could have known that he would never have been well again, but I could not think he would die untill a few days previous to his death; Bless us O my father and help us to do thy will; poor Stump it has been such an unpleasant day he could not get home, I know he regrets it and I would be so happy to see him home again safe and sound; bless him O my father and keep him from evil till he returns.

January 24th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 35, at twelve 39, at three 43, a rainy morning and no sun all day, the ice not all gone at dark; but something warmer, Wrote a letter to Miss G. Ramey; read in second Samuel and first Kings; Stump came home to dinner, so happy to see him and feel like he has behaved himself and been a good boy, I hope so at least, bless him O my father and make him a true and devoted christian, W. H. Morton dined here today, just from Philadelphia, looking very badly I think.

January 25th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 41, a twelve 43, at three 44, a cloudy day, raining occasionally from two o'clock untill now; Mr. and Mrs. T. M. Daniel dined here; I have enjoyed the day more than I have for some weeks; my side has not pained me so much today, sent for mineral water this morning which has ever relieved me, I feel truly thankful that it does and that I can get it, indeed I have so many things to be thankful for; Bless us O my father and make us to prosper in all our lawful undertakings, and frustrate all our evil designs; read in first Kings, and some in Shakespeare, when I read any thing so good as that, I so often wish I were inteligent, if we wish to be remembered when we are gone, we must either do something to be talked of, or write something to be read, and I so often wish I could do either, never cared for fashion or dress, but do care to be good and wise.

January 26th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 49, at three 46, a cloudy day, some little rain; George Graham came at dark and set untill after eight; I was pleased to see him, he is a good boy, and I like for Stump to associate with such; read in Genesis; I have not been at all well today, threatened with choleramorbis, and had some headache all day, but my side has not troubled me very much; wrote a note to Mrs. T. M. Daniel, recid an answer, the roads are worse I suppose than they have been for some years, so I guess I will not go to church tomorrow even if we have no rain.

January 27th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 47, at three 50, a fair day with some wind, the sun shone so brightly I regretted the roads being so bad I could not go to church; do hope next sabbath will be a good day and better roads, read in first and second Kings and first Chronicles; I think no one has been here today. I have felt much better today than I had any idea I should, though have not been well; enjoyed the day reading, "How sweet upon this sacred day, The best of all the seven, To cast our earthly cares away, And think of God and heaven

January 28th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 31, at twelve 49, at three 52, a fair day, and from present appearances we may have some good weather no one called today, read in first Chronicles; the family are in usual health for which I feel so truly thankful; I have fell much better today, was out in the garden and orchard fixing up some fruit trees and shrubbery for Mrs. T. M. Daniel this afternoon untill I became very cold, hope it will not hurt me; I am so thankful I feel well, I had no idea last week I should feel as I do tonight; Bless us O my father and grant that we may feel thankful for every good we enjoy and every evil and misfortune we escape; my dreams annoy me still; be pleased to spare our family, keep us in life and in health and teach to look to thee for every blessing.

January 29th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 33, at twelve 54, at three 58, at fair day, the ground has dried some but still wet; Col. Billups called this morning, wrote a note to Mrs. T. M .Daniel and one to Rough, recid an answer from each; recid a letter from Mr. J. G. Barnes, answered it, wrote one to Dick, and one to Mrs. S. Fergerson; read in first and second Chronicles; wrote a note to Mrs. A. Graham tonight.
January 30th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 43, at twelve 59, at three 62, a fair day, some wind, but unpleasant; Capt. Dean called; Mrs. S. Mayne and L. Mayne called at the gate, I went with him and spent the day at Capt. Dean's more pleasantly than I expected, came home about sundown; recid a note from Mrs. A. Graham this morning; read in second Kings. Just twelve months today, about 4 o'clock since Mr. G. commenced the black vomit, never did I pass such a night as this night twelve month ago.

January 31st (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 36, at twelve 53, at three 58, a fair day, five good days together, but cloudy now, Mrs. S. Mayne and Miss Lou Mayne spent the day here; Col. Billups called this morning, Capt. Dean and Mr. Joe Morton called this afternoon; Miss Ann and Virginia Tuck spent the afternoon here; I have spent the day more pleasantly than I expected, but have suffered more than any day this week with my side; several negroes complaining, wrote a note to Mrs. T. M. Daniel, and one to Dr. Moore, recid an answer; read in second Kings. Bless us O my father and grant that we may act according to thy will; grant that I may not have said or done any thing this day to offend thee, keep my lips from evil, and my tongue from guile.

February 1st (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 49, at twelve 49, at three 49, a rainy day, wind rather north of east; Dr. Moore here this afternoon; to see five negroes; read in Ezra and Nehemiah; I have felt much better today than yesterday, and hope the negroes are better; I have felt very much dejected all day, Bless me O my god and frustrate every evil thought or design and grant me a good heart and pure intentions. be pleased to make me live a life above reproach, let not the tongue of slander touch me, "Wrath is cruel and anger is outrageous, but who can stand before envy" and malice? yet thou and thou only art able to frustrate all evil, for thou seest the heart, be pleased to search me and know my heart, try me and know my thoughts, and if there be any wicked way in me, lead me in the right way, don't leave me or forsake me, but do thou be my guide and conductor
February 2nd (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 61, at twelve 59, at three 62, another rainy day; still cloudy; never saw the ground so wet I think as it is now, at least not since the May freshet, Rough came down this morning; recid a letter from Mrs. T. M. Daniel; read one chapter in Nehemiah through Esther and ten chapters in Job. Bless us O my father and help us to love and serve thee O my poor children bless them and teach them thy law. I expected a letter from Dick today, poor dear boy, wish I could just see and know just how he is doing every way, but there is no use taking thought for things of this world if we could help it, for
"There is a divinity which shapes our ends, Rough hew them as you will." Put up two large jars of pickle for Mrs. T. M. Daniel today.

February 3rd (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 57, at three 57, a cloudy day; Charles Dean spent the afternoon here, Capt. Dean called at the gate; read in Genesis and Job; another sabbath I could not go to church, regret it but feel sure it is all right and for my good, Bless me O my father and help me to feel that all things do actually work together for my good; and be pleased to give me a good heart and make me do just as thou wilt have me do.

February 4th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 48, at three 49, a cloudy day, but now fair; the bridges are all washed away nearly, the two at Athens and one at the Georgia factory are standing but all near us except them are gone, this county has more bridges to keep up than any other county I guess, therefore we shall have trouble and expense to replace them; this is court week in this county but guess no one can get there; recid a letter from Mr. J. G. Barnes and one from Dick. so happy to hear they are all well; poor boy wish he would write regularly and particularly; read in Psalms. I hope I feel some better today in body in mind; Be pleased O my father to help me to trust implicitly in thee, let me not fear what man can say or do unto me; "What danger is the pilgrim in? How many are his foes? How many ways there are to sin, No living mortal knows."

February 5th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 38, at twelve 50, at three 54, a fair day, Capt. Dean spent the morning here; two travelers (horse drovers) here tonight, wrote a letter to Miss L. A. Craig, and a note to Mr. Pitner; read in Exodus, Bless us O my father and teach us thy law.

February 6th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 34, at twelve 48, at three 52, a fair day, and but little wind; Capt. Dean spent the afternoon here; read in Psalms; the sick seem better; I still feel very much depressed; and my side still paining me. Just one year today since Mr. G. died; and just to think how we miss him every day, more and more, almost every thing I do, I ask myself how would he like it, and so many things I hear that I think I will tell him, I sometimes feel ready to give up and let every thing take its course, then again I feel that I have so many blessings so much more good than I deserve, and yet I must think of him and miss him as long as I live, seldom ever sleep day or night without dreaming of him, bless us O my father and help us.

February 7th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 34 at twelve 59 at three 63, a fair day; Mr. W. H. Puryear and Capt. Dean here this afternoon, Robert Thomas here tonight; read in Exodus, wrote a letter to Dick.

February 8th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 51, at three 56, a fair day Col. Billups and Paddy Ware here this morning, Joel Dean here tonight, wrote a note to Mr. T. M. Daniel this morning and one to his wife, recid an answer to each; wrote a note to Mr. James Gardner, 8 years tonight since Nap was married, I shall ever remember my feelings that night; poor child I do hope she is better off; and just one year today since Mr. G. was buried, surely I shall ever remember that. So many things have transpired even since then, yet I feel willing to believe that all will yet be right, that it will all work together for good to them that love God; O my father bless and direct us, and fit and prepare us for eternity, and teach us all to feel thy will be done; read in Exodus.

February 9th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 37, at twelve 57, at three 57, a fair day, Miss Aurelia Smith and her sister here this morning; R. Thomas still with Stump; I have felt much better today, my side feels better than is has for some weeks, the rest about the same; wrote a note to Mrs. T. M. Daniel, recid one from her, and one from Dr. Moore; read in Exodus; we have not had any rain for some days, the roads are still very bad, yet I thought I would like so much to go to church tomorrow, and now it is raining, nevertheless it is all right, hope I shall enjoy the day reading if I can't go to church.

February 10th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 56, at twelve 64, at three 67, a rainy morning, cloudy all day, wind rather high; now nine o'clock cloudy with high winds; read in Exodus; the weather and roads prevented my going to church again today, but I have enjoyed the day reading, read a sermon since supper, my side still troubles me, but some better, Bless us O my father and help us through all our difficulties, grant that I may get through my law business without any difficulties, it is, and has ever been my intention to act right, thou knowest my heart, help me through safely.

February 11th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 64, at three 65, rained all night last night and untill after twelve today, then again at four o'clock had a hard rain; Dr. Moore called this afternoon to see the sick; Rough here tonight; wrote a note to the Christian Index, one to Capt. Dean, one to Mr. T. M. Daniel and one to Dr. Macon; recid answers to the two latter; also wrote one to Mr. T. Bishop, read in Leviticus, the sick seem better; my side still troubles me.

February 12th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 49, at twelve 62, at three 64, a fair day; Mr. T. M. Daniel, Mr. A. Graham, Capt. Dean and W. Mayne spent the morning here; R Thomas and Rough left this morning; Mrs. Susan Mayne called at the gate on her way to Farmington, I have not seen her often since she has been in the neighborhood and yet I feel like I shall miss her; really l feel like the neighborhood is almost broken up; wrote a note to Dr. T. G. Macon, recid a letter from Miss M. B. Anglin, read in Psalms, the sick seem some better today, my side has pained me less than it has for some weeks, I went out in the garden and helped about my work about 1 ½ hours and it did not hurt my side, so I do hope it is improving.

February 13th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 64, at three 66, a fair day; Slump and myself went to Mr. Joe Morton's this morning, Mrs. M. not being at home we came back, and as I was in the buggie I drove over to Mr. A. Graham's to see Mrs. G. as I heard she was not well, found her up but complaining; came home to dinner; my sick all seem better I feel better today, only very much dejected, have been out in the garden at work, and had some fruit trees set out; it is now 4 ½ o'clock, I have read in Leviticus and rather think if Mrs. J. Morton came by here this evening I shall go home with her and stay all night; but don't know how I shall feel when she comes, if I do go, Be pleased O my father to be with me, watch over and control me, grant that I may never offend again in word, thought, or deed; but I hardly think I can go; when I think of going from home, I feel like I wish to go, then again, my heart fails me, and I feel like I cannot.

February 14th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 59, at three 65, a rainy morning, a fair afternoon, now cloudy, I went home with Mrs. Morton last night, she intended spending today with me but for the rain I slept very little last night, but enjoyed the visit very much, I have taken a good nap today but have some headache now, recid a letter from Miss R. Richardson; the sick seem mending, I feel so thankful to think we are all up; Mr. Graham lost a likely young negro yesterday, I thank thee gracious father for thy great and merciful kindness towards us.

February 15th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 54, a three 60, a fair day, no one has been here today, recid a letter from Mrs. A. J. Porter, read in Psalms, wrote a note to Mrs. Joe Morton, another negro laid up today but think not very sick.

February 16th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 39, at twelve 49, at three rained all the morning, and still cloudy, but little sun today; Capt. Dean and Charles here this afternoon; wrote a letter to Mrs. Sessions, read in Leviticus, the sick still laid up.

February 17th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 33, at twelve 43, at three 43, a cloudy cold, windy day; Charles Dean dined with us; the weather and roads too bad for church, spit snow this evening and would not be surprised if we had more before day; read in Leviticus and two sermons, the sick about the same.

February 18th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 34, at twelve 44, at three 47, a cloudy day, I think no one has been here today, recid two letters from Dick, poor dear Boy he is distressed ,has had his buildings set on fire three times, bless him O my father and teach him thy law and thy commandments, keep him from every evil, keep him from death, sickness and fire; bless all his interests in life; and bless me and all connected with me; let me act so as [to] make friends and keep them, let me live so as to prove my love to thee; do thou watch over me every day and every hour, and keep me (us) from every evil, read in Numbers, wrote a letter to Dick.

February 19th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 33, at twelve 44, at three 52, a rainy day, at least commenced raining about one o'clock and rained untill after dark, and still cloudy Mrs. Joe Morton and her son W. Henry dined here, the sick about the same, I have felt much better today, have walked more than I have for several; read in Numbers, poor Dick, wish I could know just how he is doing and fooling tonight; bless us O my
father and help us.

February 20th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 56, at three 59, a fair day, W. H. Morton and Col. J. Billups called this morning; Capt. J. Dean here this afternoon; wrote a note to Dr. Moore, he was not at home, wrote one [to] Mrs. Wray, she was also from home; and one to Mrs. T. M. Daniel and Mrs. Dr. Macon, recid answers, and one to Mrs. W. H. Puryear, recid one from Rough; read in Numbers; I have been in
the garden nearly all day, fear I have taken cold, felt very cold every time before I would come in to warm; the sick about the same, Stump at Capt. Dean's tonight, bless him O my father and keep him from every evil; and be pleased to bless Dick, poor boy, keep him from every evil and teach him to love and serve thee.

February 21st (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 38, at twelve 54, at three 56, a cloudy morning; Parks Morton, Mr. Martin, two Misses Martin and Mrs. Camp here this evening; Rough here tonight; recid a note from Mrs. Camp, wrote one to Mrs. Crane; read in Numbers, wrote a note to Mrs. Dr. Smythe and one to Mrs. Coley since supper to be ready to send up early in the morning, the sick about the same, and Dr. Moore not come.

February 22nd (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 35, at twelve 59, at three__, Dr. Moore dined here; and prescribed for five negroes; all able to be up; recid a note from Mrs. H. Coley, and a letter from Miss Lizzie Craig, wrote a note to Mrs. P. H. Mell; read in Numbers; my side some better, been grafting again today.

February 23rd (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 58, at three 62, a rainy day; Capt. Dean spent the morning here; my sick seem some better, read in Numbers; I was very much in hopes I should receive a letter from Dick today, feel so anxious to hear from him; O my poor dear children, I have given up all hopes, have no idea either of them will ever do any thing, bless them O my father and make them true and devoted christians, let them be sober, truthful, honest and upright, and I will try to be content, for I fear they will never be capable of doing any business for me or themselves. teach me to feel thy will be done, not mine.

February 24 (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 54, at three 52, had a hard rain last night with some thunder, a cloudy morning, and a cool windy day; the morning was so unpleasant and the roads so full of water I could not go to church again today, but have enjoyed it reading, read in Numbers and Deuteronomy; and since supper a sermon by a methodist preacher; Stump wrote to Dick this morning and I wrote a few lines as I wish it mailed in the morning; my sick seem some better; l have felt better as regards my side, but feel distressed about my poor children, feel so anxious to hear from Dick., Bless them O my father teach them thy law and grant they may be true and devoted christians.
"O for a heart submissive meek, My dear Redeemer's throne, Where only Christ is heard to speak, And Jesus reigns alone."

February 25 (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 29, at twelve 45, at three 50, a fair, cold, windy day; several called at the gate, no one been in today; read in Deuteronomy; no letter from Dick yet; feel so anxious to hear from him; children care so little for the anxiety of their parents, if I could only feel that he was doing right, but am willing to trust him and all I am and have in hands of a just and good God.

February 26 (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 38, at twelve 52, at three 56, a cloudy day; Dr. Moore and Dr. Macon here this afternoon, wrote a letter to Miss G. A. Ramey and a note to Dr. Moore; read in Deuteronomy; no news from Dick yet, the sick about the same, my side better I think.

February 27th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 68, at three 68, at cloudy morning, indeed some clouds all day; C. Dean here this morning and here again tonight, Mrs. A. Graham spent an hour here this afternoon, Mr. Neighbors here this evening; recid a letter from Dick, all well and all getting on pretty well; recid a speech from L. J. Deupree (Tennessee) read in Deuteronomy, the sick about the same; I feel still better today; made a beginning to clean house, scoured one room, joist, wall and floor; Bless me O my father and help me to do right; and if it can be thy will help me through with my debts, let something turn up to help me through, just this once and I will try to keep out, I feel sure I should not have gone in debt and become so much enthrawled myself, but I have never had to manage before and cant tell what I would have done, or what I may do, but thou has promised to be with the fatherless and widow, remember me O my father and help me, let me have the luck to sell property enough for a fair price and get through. I hope it is not wrong to be anxious about it, for I would "owe no man any thing, but to love one another."

February 28th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 68, at three 73, at fair day; and pleasant; Mrs. Ross Crane, Miss O. Crane and Mrs. Parks Morton here this afternoon; read in Deuteronomy, recid a letter from Mrs. S. E. Sessions; the sick seem better at last, and I feel so truly thankful, Bless us O my father, and remember us in mercy.

March 1st (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 74, at three 76, a fair day; Mr. and Mrs. Jennings and Mr. J. D. Judgson here this afternoon; read in Deuteronomy; and a sermon tonight; I was grafting this morning and hope I feel better, that is my side some better, otherwise I am well, recid a letter from William Cox; Stump's horse is sick tonight, do hope he will be well in the morning, it would be three hundred dollars loss to me if he should die. Bless us O my father and keep us from every evil, grant that no accident or misfortune may befall us, at least untill we get so we can see through our difficulties, be pleased to bless all thou hast entrusted to our care, and teach us to thank thee always.

March 2nd (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 53, at twelve 76, at three 78, a fair day, Mr. Roberson and Miss Ann Tuck came soon after dinner, Mr. and Mrs. Scudder came about three o'clock, and spent the afternoon; recid a note from Miss Crane and a letter from Miss G. A. Ramey, read in Deuteronomy

March 3rd (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 53, at twelve 77, at three 77, a fair windy day; Stump and myself went to Athens, I called on Mrs. T. Moon untill the bell rang, went to the baptist church heard Mr. Jennings preach, cant find the text, dined at Mr. H. L. Brittian's, called to see Mrs. Brodnax as I came home found her up but still complaining; came home after sundown, found that Dr. Moore had been here to see the sick, all about the same; read in Joshua, feel so thankful that I have been to church once more, bless us O my father and grant us many oportunities of hearing thy word, and then make us doers of it.

March 4th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 69, at three 66, a rainy morning, fair afternoon, Col. Billups called this morning, wrote a letter to Mrs. C. M. Galaway (formerly Miss Craig) one to Mr. J. G. Barnes and one to Dick, read in Joshua; the sick about the same, Stump took his horse up for Mr. Yarborough to see he says only the hooks, cut them for him so I hope he will soon be well, I have been feeling very anxious about if for some days, and feel so thankful to think he will get well, at least have strong hopes.

March 5th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 53, at three 51, a fair windy day, and quite cold; Miss Sisson and Wilkerson spent an hour or so here this morning; wrote a note to Mr. Grant and a letter to Miss G. A. Ramey; read in Joshua; the sick about the same, I feel much better; and sincerely hope Stump's horse is better. Bless us O my father and forgive us.

March 6th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 28, at twelve 53, at three 56, a fair [day] not so wind[y] as yesterday; but cold; Capt. Dean and C. Dean here this morning; read in Joshua and one sermon tonight; the sick about the same; sent to Mr. Morton's for two goats today; fear they will trouble me, but felt like I wanted some. Bless me O my father and grant that I may live and do right, "Are there no foes for me to face?
Must I not stem the flood? Is this vile world a friend to grace To help me on to God?"

March 7th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 36, at twelve 64, at three 66, a fair day; wrote a letter to L. J. Deupree and one to Mrs. S. E. Sessions, read in Joshua. Stump and myself spent one hour or so at Mr. M. Tuck's

March 8th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 41 , at twelve 63, at three 68, a cloudy day, commenced raining since dark; Stump went to town with me this morning, I called to see Mr. Whitman, then spent the morning and dined with Mrs. T. M. Daniel; then called to see Mrs. Peyton Moore, think she will never be well again; called on Mrs. Stone and then home, Mrs. Frierson came home with me, Stump staid in town to go to a show; several called here today; recid a letter from Dick; read in judges.

March 9th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 59, at three 61, a fair day, wind rather high; Col J. Billups here this morning, Dr. C. Reese and Capt. J. Dean here this afternoon; recid a letter from Miss G. A Ramey and one from Mr. J. D Ramey; read in Judges and commenced Heavenly Recognition by Harbaugh. The sick about the same and Dr. Moore not come yet.

March 10th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 58, at three_ a fair day; and considerable wind; Stump and myself went to town, spent the time until the bell rang at Mrs. Stone's; went to the methodist church heard Mr. Key preach from "O Absalom, my son my son," a sabbath school sermon, he did pretty well with it, but evaded several points, one thing infant baptism; we dined at Mrs. Stone's and spent the evening at Mr. Clark's; Came home half after four; found all about the same, I have been pretty well and enjoyed the day more than I expected; read a sermon tonight and a chapter in Judges.

March 11th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 54, at three 56, a fair day, Mrs. Marr here tonight; wrote a letter to Miss G. A Ramey, and one to Miss R. Richardson; read in Judges ; sent for Dr. Moore again today but can't get him.

March 12th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 36, at twelve 56, at three 66, a fair day; Dr. Moore here to see the sick negroes; Mrs. Marr and myself left here at 7 o'clock, called in Athens to see Mrs. Clark, on to Mr. Giles Jennings, spent the day untill after 3 o'clock, then came on home called again at Mrs. Clark's, arrived here about 6 o'clock; feel very much fatigued but so truly thankful that we went and came safe, and find all safe here; read a chapter in Judges tonight.

March 13th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 68, at three 70, a fair day; Col. Billups here this morning, Mrs. A Graham, Mrs. and Miss Hale, Mr. McClusky, and Capt. Dean here this afternoon, recid a letter from Mr. J. G. Barnes, wrote a note a Mr. R. Crane, read in Judges, wrote to Mr. Judson.

March 14th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 53, at three 59, a rainy morning, a fair windy afternoon; Mr. Smith came for Frank ( cow) read in Judges; Bless us O my father and teach us thy law, I do thank thee that I have passed the day as well as I have, be pleased to help us, let us all feel and live like brothers and grant that we may live in peace and quiet through life, recid a letter from Dick all well and seem to be doing well. This day I shall remember the 14th of March.

March 15th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 36, at twelve 52, at three 56 a fair day, Capt. Dean dined here, Charles Dean here this afternoon; read a letter from Mrs. C. M. Galaway, read in Judges. I feel better satisfied tonight, but still troubled and unsettled know my feelings and disposition but sympathy for my friend. Bless me O my father and direct me. "for it is not in man, O God, it is not in man to direct his stops.

March 16th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 35, at twelve 64, at three 66, a cloudy day with some rain or rather a few drops since sundown; Mr. Bowden and Mr. Goolsby here today hunting with Stump, read in Judges. Bless me O my father and help us to bear all our trials and difficulties.

March 17th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 64, at three 48, a dark cloudy morning, rained a little several, times through the day, but not enough to have kept me at home, if I had known it, but feared to go to church on account of the clouds; and do sincerely regret it, was so anxious to go and hear Dr. Mell. Dr. Moore called to see the sick this afternoon. read a few chapters in Judges, through Ruth, and some in first Samuel; so have spent the greater part of the day reading. We should never let an oportunity pass of doing good in any way, even words, for "words fitly spoken are like apples of gold in pictures of silver." Think perhaps some words spoken today did some good: Bless us all O my father.

March 18th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 40, at three 39, a rainy day, but not enough to run in the yard; Mr. Smith and Mr. Lilly here this afternoon; read in first Samuel; recid a letter from Mr. Judgson, wrote one to Mrs. C. M. Galaway. I have felt better satisfied today, and hope all will yet be right.

March 19th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 33, at twelve 50, at three 53, a fair day, Col. Billups here this morning, recid a letter from Miss G. A. Ramey, wrote one to Dick. Poor me, bless me and teach me. Read in first Samuel.

March 20th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 37, at twelve 59, at three 60, a fair day; Mr. and Mrs. Giles Jennings called at the gate, did not come in; Dr. Moore called this morning; Recid a letter from Mrs. S. E. Sessions; read in first Samuel, the sick seem better.

March 21st (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 34, at twelve 48, at three 52, a fair windy day; I think no one has been here today; Read in first and second Samuel. Bless me O my father and teach us thy law, let the words of my mouth and the meditations of my heart be acceptable to thee always, make me act, speak and think right to all.

March 22nd (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 28, at twelve 58, at three 62, a fair day, and still quite cool all day; Read in second Samuel. No one here today; the sick about the same.

March 23rd (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 58, at three 54, a cloudy day, some little rain: Mr. Morton (Joe) called at the gate for some green house plants for his wife, Capt Dean here this afternoon wrote a note to Mrs. J. Morton read in second Samuel.

March 24th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 42 at twelve 63 at three 68 a fair and a pleasant day; Stump and myself went to Athens, called at Mr. T. Moore's untill time for church, went to the baptist church heard Mr. Jennings preach from the 27th verse of the 5th chapter of Paul's Epistle to the Ephesians. Dined at Mr. Jennings', called a few minutes at Mr. Clark's and came home at half after five o clock, found all well, yet feel grieved at the very unpleasant situation of my friend; bless him O my father and help him to bear his troubles and trials; soothe and comfort him in all his applications, I surely never did feel so much for any one in my life in a like condition; why do these things happen? It surely is strange; read in second Samuel.

March 25th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 70, at three 73, a fair day, Capt. Dean here this morning, Col. J. Billups here since dinner: fixed up and sent a large assortment of greenhouse plants for Mrs. Parks Morton and Mrs. Stephens, read in second Samuel. Sent for Dr. Moore, said he would come tomorrow, several sick but hope not much the matter.

March 26th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 76, at three 78, and unset day, clouds sunshine and some rain, now thundering; Dr. Moore dined here, read in second Samuel. The sick seem better. I begin to expect a letter from Dick.

March 27th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 70, at three 72, a fair day; Wrote a letter to Mr. J. D. Ramey and one to Mr. John Lykes, read in second Samuel. The sick all seem better.

March 28th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 70, at three 72, a fair day, Capt. Dean called this morning; read in Second Chronicles.

March 29th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 68, at three 74, a cloudy day, Rained some since sundown; and still cloudy; Mr. Robert Moore here this morning; Read in second Samuel. I was quite sick this morning, and have not been well all day, but feel better tonight, Six negroes laid up and still not in bed, feel truly thankful that all are able to keep up, and do hope all will be well soon. Bless me O my father and direct me in every thing.

March 30th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 59, at twelve 68, at three 72, a fair day; Capt. Dean here this morning, Rough here tonight; Recid a letter from Dick feel so pleased to hear they are well and do hope he is doing well; recid a letter from Mr. J. D. Ramey, wrote one to Mrs. S. E. Sessions. read in second Samuel.

March 31st (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 53, at twelve66, at three 70, a fair day, Mrs. J. Morton called I went with her to Athens called a few minutes at the Clark's; to the baptist church heard Dr. Lipscomb preach from, "For they considered not the miracle of the loaves, for their heart was hardened." a most excelent discourse; called a very few minutes at Mr. W. Morton's and came home to dinner: Mrs. Morton and Joel Dean dined here; Joel D. and Stump went to the Station this morning and to Athens this afternoon read one sermon tonight and in Second Samuel; the sick all seem better, my side painting me some today Just one year tonight since my mother died, and O how lonely, no relative to care for me, I have friends and do hope I have one that is worth all earthly friends, for I can safely say, "Whom have I in heaven but thee, and there is none on earth I desire but thee"; yet I am troubled and perplexed; O that I could know what was best and right. Be pleased O my father to guide and direct me.

April 1st (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 56, at twelve 58, at three 61, cloudy day some little rain; Mr. Herring here this morning; Read in Second Samuel; recid a note from Miss A Sisson, wrote a letter to Dick; Bless me O my father and teach my thy law.

April 2nd (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 76, at three 78, a cloudy day, some little rain, finished reading Heaven or the Sainted by Harbaugh, a good book, considerable interest; read in second Samuel, the sick all out but one; I have felt better, and sometimes think my mind is more settled, then again feel very sad, help me O my father to do right, be my guide and counselor.

April 3rd (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 58, at three 60, a rainy day; Capt. Dean spent an hour here this morning; Mr. William Morton __his wife and Mrs. Broadnax dined here; Dr. Moore here since dinner; Read in Second Samuel, and first Kings, the sick seem better, I feel better but have not rested today. "O for a heart submissive meek My dear Redeemer's throne, Where only Christ is heard to speak, And Jesus reigns alone,"

April 4th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 54, at three 54, a cloudy day, no rain; two Misses Hales here this afternoon also Col. J. Billups; read in first Kings, recid a letter from Mrs. C. M. Galaway; Caroline sick, at least more so than she has been, and Friday worse, I fear we are going to have some very heavy trouble, my dreams trouble me, Bless me O my father and help us, let us not think of trouble, "Sufficient for the day is the evil thereof',

April 5th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 60, at three 65, a cloudy cool day; I think no one has been here today, read in First Kings.

April 6th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 60, at three 61, a cloudy day, some rain, and since dark a hard rain; wrote a note to Dr. Moore and one to Nickolson; Mr. Jones here all day showing us how to arrange and make some patent ploughs; Read in First Kings the sick seem some better;

April 7th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 47, at three 48, a rainy day, and rained all night last night; So of course I could not go to church today, regret it exceedingly this being communion day; but all things work together for good; Read in Second Kings; and one sermon this morning and one tonight; Capt. Dean and Charles here this afternoon.

April 8th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 47 at three 50, another rainy day; Recid a letter from Dick, he says Mattie is quite sick; wrote one to him; read in Second Kings, the sick seem better today, and I feel more cheerful and decided.

April 9th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 62, at three 58, a cloudy day; John Neighbours still here; Recid a letter from Miss G. A Ramey, wrote one to her; Read in Second Kings.

April 10th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 64, at three 68, a cloudy day, at least more cloud than sunshine, raining now at ten o clock; wrote a letter to Mrs. C. M. Galaway; Miss Anne and Margarette Tuck here tonight, read in Second Kings.

April 11th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 49, at twelve 60, at three 65, a cloudy day, some rain this morning; C. Dean here tonight. Read in Second Kings; Gracious father be with me and bless me help me through all my difficulties and troubles.

April 12th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 63, at three 64, another rainy day; Rough come down this morning, Read in second Kings; wrote a note to Dr. Moore, recid one from him.

April 13th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 67, at three 68, a fair day, Capt. Dean called this morning, Dick came this morning, and poor dear boy why does he do so? Read in second Kings.

April 14th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 72, at three 73, a fair day; Capt. Dean, and his sons Joel and Charles here today, Dr. H. C. Billups here this afternoon; I went to town to church alone went to the baptist church heard Mr. Jennings reach from the 20th verse of the 2nd chapter of Habakkuk; Mrs. Joe Morton called at the gate, a traveler here tonight; read in Second Kings; Mr. Sikes here this afternoon.

April 15th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 69, at three 59, a fair morning, clouded up and commenced raining about twelve o'clock; and still raining; T.R.R. Cobb and T. Daniel called this morning, Capt. Dean here twice; Rough been sick all day, Stump complaining; Dick started this morning; poor dear boy can't see what will become of him, bless my poor dear children. Read in second Kings; Stump joined a military company today; and as I have consented for him to go, I hope they may go, if they only stay two months; think it will improve him so much.

April 16th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 58, at three 56, a fair day; C. Dean and Henry Morton called this afternoon; wrote a letter to Dick, rec'd one from Miss G. A. Ramey; read in second Kings.

April 17th(Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 43, at twelve 58, at three 60, a fair day, Several called during the day, wrote a letter to Becca Richardson sent it up by Stump but he did not mail it, so I must write another tomorrow; Read in first Chronicles.

April 18th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 43, at twelve 75, at three 79, a fair day, but clouded up at night and now raining; Col. J. Billups called this morning, James Thomas dined here, read in first Chronicles, I have been busy all day moving and arranging my flowers, feel fatigued, several negroes sick, but none in bed.

April 19th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 65, at three 61 , a fair windy day; and cool all day; rather think we shall have frost tonight; Mrs. John White and her daughter, Maggie, spent the day here, Dr. Carlton dined here, Capt. Dean and his son Charles spent the afternoon here, and Miss Anna Billups and Miss Lucha Dougherty came about two o clock and left at five, I have spent a very pleasant day indeed, and sincerely hope my company have enjoyed themselves; I do feel so much grateful to think my friends donot forget me, and hope my conduct will be such as to make them love me more and more; I am poor and needy, not as regards a support, for so far I have not suffered, and thou hast been pleased to grant me a sufficiency of this worlds goods, but I am alone, feel the need of friends to comfort and console me. Read in first Chronicles; Be pleased to bless my poor dear children.

April 20th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 38, at twelve 60, at three 64, a fair day and less wind than we have had for some days, had a pretty frost this morning, irish potatoes injured, corn and buds scorched, wrote a note to Mrs. S. C. Daniel; I think no one has been here today; Read in first Chronicles, have been making and icing cake today; Stump has been all the time for several days, drilling and fixing to go to the seat of war, poor boy, I feel unhappy about him, yet I think it will be best if he can only go and live to return, but there's the difficulty, Bless him O my father, and watch over, if thou wilt go with, be with him, protect him, and keep him in life and health, and let us meet again in peace and health, be pleased to fix it so he will go, but if thou seest it best and right he should not go, be pleased to frustrate all their plans and keep him at home; will thou be pleased to order and direct all things for our good and thy honour and glory.

April 21st (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 43, at twelve 70, at three 73, a fair day; Miss Betty Neighbours and two of Mr. J. Smith's daughters came here this morning; just as I was dressing to go to church; I set with them as long as I could, then left, Calvin Johnson called at the gate; Stump and myself went to Athens to the baptist church heard Dr. Mell preach a good sermon from, "Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith; prove your own selves." He of course addressed himself to believers, and surely it was a thorough examination; I enjoyed the sermon very much indeed; have not heard him preach since least fall, had considerable headache all day, but felt so anxious to hear him I could not resist it, and think it has not hurt me; but will risk most any thing to hear such a sermon as he preaches, came home to dinner; the sick negroes seem better Read in first Chronicles; my head felt so bad I was rather afraid to read along tonight; Bless me O my father and grant me a good a perfect heart; let me not wander or transgress, forgive me all
my sins, those of omission as well as those of commission, and will thou be pleased O my father to order all things, both temporal and spiritual, for our good and thy honour and glory I am alone, without any human being to lean on, then O my father donot leave or forsake me; "O for a heart submissive meek My dear Redeemer's throne, Where only Christ is heard to speak, And Jesus reigns alone."

April 22nd (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 78, at three 80, a fair day; Mr. Thomas Hayes and his wife called this morning; two Misses Tuck here this morning; wrote a note to Mr. T. R. R. Cobb, rec'd one from Mr. John Likes; Read in first Chronicles; been working with cake again today. Mrs. Susan Mayne and Miss Emily Lee here this afternoon.

April 23rd (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 61, at twelve 82, at three 83, at fair day, Charles Dean came this morning still here; Col. Billups called after ten o clock, and Tom Cobb called early this morning and late this even'g; Dr. Moore here several hours to see the sick, write some for one, and helped me set out a flower; wrote and rec'd several
notes, read in second Chronicles.

April 24th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve, 82, at three 74, a cloudy day, some little rain with thunder; Mrs. Tabitha Dean, Mrs. M. Marr and Mrs. Nickols here this afternoon; rec' d a letter from L. J. Dupree, and one from Mrs. T. Hendley, wrote a note to Miss Sisson; Read in second Chronicles.

April 25th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 74, at three 76, a fair day; Dr. Macon called this afternoon; Read in second Chronicles, Stump came home to dinner, went up again at two o clock, and will not be home again untill tomorrow night; his company recruited orders this morning to leave next Monday, he seems perfectly delighted, poor boy he knows nothing about it; I feel very unpleasant about it, it seems to me they might have settled all this difficulty without war and blood shed, but it is so, we are now into the difficulty, it is no use asking how we got in, we must get out the best way we can, the politicians brought us in and now the people must fight out; O my poor
boy, be pleased to be with him and bless him, keep him from every evil, let him do just as thou wilt have him do;

April 26th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 73, at three 76, a cloudy day, Rained a little about twelve o clock; I went to Athens this morning met Mr. W. Carr near his house which saved a visitor call as I wished to see him; called to see Mr. W. Morton, called at Miss Sisson's, sent for Mr. Lampkin who came there to see me; called on Mrs. Daniel as she was not at home called a few minutes on Mrs. Clark, then dined with Mrs. Daniel. Came home before sun down, found all well truly thankful that I went and came safe, the drum and pipe beatings nearly all the time I was in town; and I have cried nearly all day; thinking that Stump would leave so soon, poor boy, Be pleased O my father to bless and direct him; and if thou in thy wisdom dost see it best and right for him to go, and if thou wilt be with him. watch over, him, and bring him safe back and let us meet in life and health, be pleased to have it so arranged that he shall go, but if thou will not bless him and bring him back safe be pleased to frustrate his designs and let me keep him at home; and fit and prepare us for it either to go or stay; read in second Chronicles

April 27th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 63 at twelve 81, at three 79, a cloudy day; Capt. Dean and Charles here this afternoon; Read in second Chronicles. Raining now at nine o clock, rec'd a note from Miss R. Richardson.

April 28th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 70, at three 73, a fair, windy day; George Graham called this afternoon to take leave of us, poor boy I felt so sad and shed many tears, but I have been crying for three days even on; Mr. and Mrs. Robinson here tonight Capt. Dean and his sons here this afternoon; and Stump seems to feel but still more cheerful than I expected him to be, and having company tonight has made us all feel better; Read one chapter in Job; Be pleased O my father to bless my poor dear boy, and if thou wilt go with him, watch over him, bless him and bring him safe back, in short if it be thy will he should go and be for the best, be pleased to have him go, but if it be best and most agreeable to thy will to have him stay, wilt thou be pleased to have it just according to thy will, for thou art able even now to have it changed; O gracious father have it according to thy will.

April 29th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 77, at three 78, a bright morning, cloudy afternoon; Mr. and Mrs. Robinson left this morning, C. Dean called to take leave of me, Capt. Dean called; Mrs. J. Morton called at the gate seeming very much distressed at parting from her son; Mrs. Marr here tonight; will stay some days with me; Stump left this morning, poor dear child I have been in bed all day; sometimes I feel like it is right and will terminate right, at least to my gratification, for it will be right, be it as it may, I feel perfectly sure that all things do actually work together for good Be pleased O my father to bring him back safe and sound; let us both live to meet in life in health and in peace; rec'd a letter from Mrs. S. E. Sessions, read in second Chronicles. Rec'd a note from Rough, answered it.

April 30th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning 62, at twelve 76, at three 80, a cloudy day, had some thunder this morning looking very much like rain, but have not had any and now clear and quite cool; I think no one has been in the house today; Read in Second Chronicles; Mrs. Marr and myself went to Mr. Graham's to see uncle Doc, found him up but I rather think he will not be up very long; had another attack of paralisis.

May 1st (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 76, at three 78, a fair day; wind rather high, Col. J. Billups called this morning, Mrs. Susan Mayne spent the day here; Mrs. Crane and her son called at the gate to tell me about Stump, her son (Ross) saw him in Augusta yesterday, well and cheerful; poor boy I hope he is well and will do well and hope I shall receive a letter from him tomorrow, read in second Chronicles. Several sick negroes, but none in bed.

May 2nd (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 68, at three 67, a cloudy day, at least more cloud than sun; Mr. J Morton called this morning, D. Reese here this afternoon, Mrs. S. Mayne called this morning, I rode home with Mrs. Marr this morning and came home at eleven o clock; heard twice today from Stump and his company, but he has not written Mrs. Graham rec'd a letter from George Graham, but my child wont write, O that my children could do like others but perhaps it is best, I am sure it is right; Read in second Chronicles.

May 3rd (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 45, at twelve, 74, at three 77, a fair day; Mrs. H. Brittian spent the day here, Capt. Dean called, Rough here tonight; rec'd a letter from Stump, he sure seems to be in well spirits, thinks they will leave Augusta tomorrow; bless him O my father and watch over and direct him; be pleased to bring him back safe and sound, let his act the gentleman and grant we may meet in health and in peace; Read in second Chronicles.

May 4th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 80, at three 82, a fair day, cloudy afternoon; Col. Billups called this morning, Miss Ann and Miss Virginia Tuck here this afternoon; Read in second Chronicles; Bless us O my father and teach us thy law, grant that I may do right always, be my guide and counselor, keep me from every evil and teach me to resist every temptation;

May 5th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 52, at three 52, a rainy day, no hard but pretty constant rain; think we have had a good season and we think it was needed; no one I think been here today; read in second Chronicles, and one sermon this morning and one since supper;

May 6th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 62, at three 74, a rainy day; now at nine o clock clear; I think no one has been here today; wrote a letter to Dick; wrote a note to Mrs. L. Lampkin, rec'd an answer; read in second Chronicles. The sick seem better; poor Stump wish I could know where he is tonight.

May 7th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 72, at three 75, a fair windy day; I left this morning before seven spent the day in Watkinsville at Mr. R. Richardson's; Miss Rebecca Richardson came home with me; Col. Billups called this morning; Read one Psalm; I feel very much fatigued tonight, and being with and seeing so many persons and hearing the drum and pipe, made up a volunteer company there today; Rec'd a letter from Miss G. A Ramey telling me about seeing Stump leave Augusta; poor dear little fellow, bless him O my father and let us meet again in peace;

May 8th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 78, at three 78, a fair day, and still high winds; Capt. Dean here this afternoon, Mr. and Mrs. Crane here this morning; Read in second Chronicles; Bless us O my father and direct us.

May 9th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 78, at three 81, a fair day, less wind than we have had for several; Col. Billups here this morning; Mr. Hamilton (tax receiver) here this morning, Mrs. Leet, and her daughter, Mrs. J. Branch and Miss Johnson spent the day here, Capt. Dean here this afternoon; Read one Psalm I have spent the day very pleasantly, and have not rested.

May 10th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 78 at three 82 a dark cloudy morning with considerable thunder; I think no ono has boon in the house today; Rec'd a letter from Stump and read one from George Graham to E. Thompson, so feel pleased at hearing from them, really happy to see they are cheerful; poor boys they have no idea what they will have to suffer or encounter; Bless them O my father and teach them thy law, watch over them every moment and keep them from every danger, and teach them to resist every temptation; O my father be pleased to bring my boy back safe and sound, let us meet in life and in health and let me know and feel he has acted the gentleman; Read in second Chronicles. Wrote a letter to Stump, one to Mr. J. D. Ramey and two notes to Mr. A. Grant.

May 11th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at____; at twelve 86, at three 89, a fair day, John Moore, Capt. Dean, Mrs. W. Morton and Mrs. J. Morton, also Joel Dean, here today; Read in second Chronicles; Rec'd a note from Mr. R. Crane and one from Mr. Grant;

May 12th(Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 69, at twelve 88, at three 90, a fair day; Mr. and Mrs. Mandeville spent the afternoon here; I rode over to see Mr. Graham found him in bed and I think worse than when I saw him last; I did not go to church this morning have not been well for some days with cold, and can only speak in a whisper yesterday and today; and having company all day I have read but little, read in second Chronicles, Wrote a note to Dr. Moore, rec'd an answer.

May 13th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 86, at three 85, a fair morning, had a thunder cloud between two and three o clock, with considerable wind and some hail; no one in the house I think, several called at the gate; wrote a letter to Mrs. T. Kennedy; read in Ezra; Poor little Stump if I could only know what is doing now, Bless him O my father and keep him from every evil.

May 14th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 79, at three 80, a cloudy day; Joel Dean called this morning; Read in Nehemiah; I felt sure I should hear from one or both of my children today, feel sadly disappointed that I have not; Bless us O my father and grant that I may bear and forbear, watch over us all in time and take us to thy self in eternity, Bless my children and grant that we may meet in life and in health.

May 15th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 82, at three 83, a fair day; Dr. Moore and Col. J. Billups here this afternoon; Read in Nehemiah; G. King rec'd a letter from Stump, so happy to see he feels like and does write to us; hope he will always do so, and hope he has rec'd my letter ere this; commenced a letter to L. J. Deupree.

May 16th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 63, twelve 72, at three 75, a fair day; Becca Richardson and myself spent the day at Mr. Joe Morton's when we came home found Capt. Dean, Mr. Holder, and Mr. and Mrs. Nix Jackson here, two_ here now feel very much gratified to have them with me tonight read one Psalm,

May 17th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 76, at three 79, a fair day, and this morning cold with considerable wind, Capt. Dean called this morning; Joel Dean here this afternoon; finished my letter to L. J. Deupree and wrote one to Hanleiter & Adair; I spent an hour at Mr. Graham's this afternoon, found uncle Doc up and said some few words, but think he cannot stand it many days, read in Nehemiah. Rec'd a letter from Mrs. K. Coley.

May 18th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 72, at three 79, a cloudy morning, commenced raining before six o clock, a fair afternoon; wrote a note to Mr. R. Crane, and one to Mrs. H. Coley, also a letter to Stump this afternoon; Read in Nehemiah.

May 19th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 67, at twelve 70, at three 72, a rainy day, some hard showers; Capt. Dean spent the afternoon here; the sick seem better; Read in Nehemiah and Esther; rained all day so we could not go to church; read one sermon.

May 20th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 77, at three 82, a cloudy day; some rain, and now cloudy with thunder and lightning; Mr. and Mrs. L. R. Jennings here this evening; Rec'd a letter from Stump so glad to hear he is well, well pleased and will write to me; Bless him O my and keep him from every evil, and grant we may meet in life and in health; wrote a bill of sale for Mr. Crane (for negro girl Lizzie) and sent her up this morning; it is so bad to part with little negroes we have raised, but I can't help it; must get out of debt some way, and do wish I could sell more; read in Esther.

May 21st(Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve___, at three, fair morning, clouded up before dinner and had a good rain; and several showers since dinner, and now cloudy; Mrs. Thompson and Mrs. Graham called soon after breakfast spent two hours or more with us; after they left, G. King Bec and myself went to Capt Dean's and spent the day; all seemed pleased and seemed to enjoy the day; the Capt was in bed all day with cold, I think quite unwell all my sick ones seem better but the little negro he seems to be worse tonight; Read in job. Be pleased O my father to bless my poor children;

May 22nd (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 56, at twelve 70, at three 72, a very unsettled day, some could [cloud], some rain and some sunshine, with considerable wind; I think no one has been in the house, read one chapter in Job; wrote a letter [to] Mrs. G. A Ramey; and now gracious father, if I have made a promise that does not comport with thy will, be pleased to frustrate every design, and reconcile all parties, let our feelings and dispositions change and let us feel thy will be done, if it be according to thy will and for the good of all concerned, be pleased to manifest thy approval, let us feel it to be Right in thy sight and according to thy will; manifest thy good pleasure to us, by that one special act of providence; I am a lonely old woman, have none to guide or direct me, am without relations and have never acted for myself, yet in this case I need no earthly advisor, I only ask thy approval, O heavenly father bless and direct me;

May 23rd (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 54 at twelve 72 at three

May 24th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 54 at twelve 75, at three 79, a fair day, Miss Richardson left this morning, Mrs. Richardson came to dinner will stay some days; several called, read in Job; wrote a note to Mr. T. R.R. Cobb; yesterday, and wrote a note to Mrs. Dean tonight.

May 25th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 83, at three 88, a fair day; Mr. Joe Morton called this morning; Mrs. M. Marr and Joel Dean spent the day here, Rec'd a note from Mrs. Dean one from T.R.R. Cobb, and one from Dr. Moore; Read in Job, I have spent a pleasant day and think my company did; I have not slept any and feel very much wearied tonight;

May 26th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 90, at three 92, a fair day; Mrs. Richardson and myself went to Athens called on Mrs. Sallie Daniel; I went to the Methodist Church heard Mr. Key preach from the 3rd and 4th verses of the 19 Psalm; Rather a singular sermon, came home to dinner; Mrs. Joe Morton and daughter spent the afternoon here; Read in Job.

May 27th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 72, at three 75, a fair day, with considerable wind; Mrs. Richardson and myself left at 6 o clock, this morning, arrived at Mr. Richardson's in Watkinsville at eight; spent an hour or so there then dined and spent some three or four hours at Mr. A M. Jackson's, spent half an hour or more at Mr. R's, again, then called on Mrs. W. Morton spent an hour with her; did not arrive at home untill near dark; Read in Job; rec'd a letter from Mr. C. M. Galaway

May 28th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 78, at three 81, a fair day; Rough and myself spent an hour or so at Capt Dean's found him in bed, but they think better; Read in Job, we heard today that the company Stump is in was in an engagement, and I have of course been restless, yet I know it is over before this therefore unnecessary to be unhappy, Bless him O my father and bring him back safe and sound; a good, honest, truthful, sober gentlemanly man. The sick seem better, wrote to Dick. Also wrote a note to Mrs. A M. Jackson.

May 29th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 59, at twelve 81, at three 83, a fair day; Rec'd a letter from Stump, wrote one to him and one to Mrs. T. Hendley; Read in Job, today rec'd the papers and find that Stump's company was not in an engagement, he writes cheerful and lively, think he would rather be home but he seems satisfied; poor little fellow bless him O my father and keep him from every evil;

May 30th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 81, at three 84, a fair day; with considerable wind; feel disappointed that Dr. Moore did not come; Read in Job and Psalms.

May 31st (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 80, at three 82, a fair day; I spent the day in town called on Mrs. T. M. Daniel, she went with me and called on Mrs. Sayer, then on Mrs. N. Barnard, then on Mrs. T. Moore, dined with Mrs. Daniel, then called on Mrs D Smithe, then on Mrs Col Billups then on Mrs. Frierson home before dark, spent the day pleasantly with one exception; read in Psalms; rec'd a letter from
Stump, bless him O my father and keep him from every evil;

June 1st (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 82, at three 86, a fair day; several called during the day; Read in Psalms; Rough seems quite unwell tonight hope it is only too much fruit; still when he complains I feel very uneasy;

June 2nd (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 70, a twelve 87, at three 85, fair morning, had a light shower this afternoon; Rough being in bed this morning I thought it best to stay at home and send for the Dr., he did not come untill after dinner, left medicine for him, but he was up and quite cheerful when the Dr. came; as I could not go to church I sent Miss Frierson home and Miss G. Shaw came down will stay some days with me; wrote a note to Mrs. T. Daniel, and one to Miss Shaw also one to Dr. Carlton and a letter to Stump; read in Psalms; my side has been paining me considerably today;

June 3rd (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 72, a twelve 87, at three 85, a fair morning, thunder cloud this afternoon; Billy Dean called this morning; wrote a letter to Miss R. Richardson, finished the one to Stump and wrote and rec'd several notes; Read in Psalms. Poor dear children if I could only know right now what and how they are doing, bless them O my father.

June 4th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 85, at three 83, a cloudy day, at least more clouds than sunshine; G. King, Miss Shaw and myself spent the morning at Capt. Dean's very pleasantly, Dr. Moore here this afternoon to prescribe for eight; Miss Shaw has been in bed nearly all day; seems better tonight; rec'd a letter from Mrs. S. E. Sessions, Read in Psalms.

June 5th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 86, at three 89, a fair day; [crossed out "no one here today"] wrote a note to Mrs. T. M. Daniel, rec'd an answer, read in Psalms; Mr. Joe Morton called this morning

June 6th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 69 ,at twelve 86, at three 87, a cloudy day, Miss Shaw and myself left here this morning at a quarter to six o clock, went to Athens called Mr. Turner's store, at least at the door he came out, called at the door of the Newton House, at Mrs. Winstead's, at Mr. T. Moore's, I did not get out at either place, Miss Shaw left or rather I left her at Mr. Moore's, I then called at General Frierson's they had not had breakfast I drank a cup of tea, then called at Dr. Moore's got some medicine, called at the Post office rec'd a letter from Stump and arrived at home 20 minutes after nine o clock, "Miss Sarah Frierson came home with me, I feel so pleased to hear from Stump; bless his little heart he writes so much oftener and so much more than I expected, answered his letter this eve'g; Read one Psalm. my side has troubled me all day again,

June 7th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 88, at three 82, a fair morning; a thunder shower this afternoon but very little rain, several called today Read in Psalms, my side pained me so much I had to send for the mineral water.

June 8th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 88, at three 91, a fair day; thunder and some clouds this afternoon but no rain; Mrs. M. Frierson, Mrs. John Thomas and her children spent the day here; Mr. Swearinger. Mr. Harrington, Mr. Coper and Hardeman, Miss Hardeman, two Mrs. Frierson's, and Miss Powers here this afternoon; I enjoyed Mrs. Thomas' company very much indeed also Mrs. Frierson's the others amused themselves; Read in Psalms, wrote a note to Dr. Orr, I have been up all day and feel very much fatigued.

June 9th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 76, at three 84, a cloudy day, Capt. Dean and Joel Dean spent the afternoon here, it was cloudy this morning I feared to go to church, so sent Miss Frierson home, I read in Psalms and one sermon since supper.

June 10th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 84, at three 86, a fair day; Rec'd a letter from Dick, poor boy, do wish I could know he was a true christian, Read in Psalms. O that I could do right, Bless me O my father and cause thy face to shine upon me. Grant that the words of my mouth and the meditations of my heart could be acceptable to thee always.

June 11th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 88, at three 90, a fair day; Miss Kittle here this morning, Mrs. D. Carlton and Mrs. T. M. Daniel here this afternoon, Read in Psalms; Bless my poor dear children, Bless my whole family and teach us to resist every temptation and keep us from every evil.

June 12th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 90, at three 93, a fair day; Capt. Dean and Joel Dean here this morning, Mrs. R. L. Jennings, here this afternoon; Read in Psalms; the sick all seem better today, my side has troubled me less than usual. "Why art thou cast down O my soul and why art thou disquieted within me, trust in God, for he is thy help." and the light of thy countenance";

June 13th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 91, at three 94, a fair day; Capt. Dean spent the morning here; I spent about two hours at Mr. Joe Morton's found Mrs. Morton better but still quite sick; Rec'd a letter from Stump, bless his dear little heart, Be pleased gracious father to bless and direct him, wrote a note to Miss G
Shaw, and one to Miss S. Frierson. Rec'd answers; read in Psalms.

June 14th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 89, at three 92, a fair day; I think no one has been in the house today; Read Proverbs, the sick seem better; my side's troubling me very much;

June 15th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 74; at twelve 86, at three 88, a cloudy day, Mrs. W. Puryear and daughter; two Misses Smith, Calvin Johnson and wife, Joel Dean and others here this afternoon; read in Psalms, wrote a note to Stump; Be pleased O my father to bless my poor dear children.

June 16th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 73 at twelve 94, at three 96 a fair day; I went to Athens to the baptist church heard Dr. Mell preach a good sermon from "Cast thy burden upon the Lord and he shall sustain you," came home to dinner. Read in Proverbs; wrote a note to Miss R. Richardson since ten o'clock;

June 17th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 85, at three 88, a fair day; Mr. L.R.L Jennings spent an hour or so here this morning; Mr. Newton here this afternoon; wrote a letter to Dick and one to Miss G. A Ramey; begin to feel anxious to here from Stump; read in Proverbs;

June 18th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 82, at three 89, a fair day, commenced a letter to Mrs. Galaway; read in Proverbs. Bless us O my father and grant us every needful blessing, teach us to love and to serve thee.

June 19th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 86, at three 89, a fair day, Mrs. A Graham and Capt. Dean here this morning; Rec'd a letter from Miss R. Richardson, finished my letter to Mrs. Galaway, read in Proverbs, my side some better, and the sick all better I think, but Silvia laid up with her bowels; "Are there no foes for me to face? Must I not stem the flood? Is this vile world a friend to grace
To help me on to God?"

June 20th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 90, at three 93, a fair day, I think no one has been in the house today, several called at the gale, recid a letter from Mrs. A J. Porter; read in Proverbs;

June 21st (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 76, at twelve 95, at three 98, a fair hot day; Miss Frierson came this morning, will stay some time; wrote a letter to Mrs. A J. Porter; read in Proverbs, feel anxious to hear from Stump as it has been nine days since I recid a letter from him, Bless him O my father and keep him from every evil and teach him to resist every temptation.

June 22nd (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 77, at twelve 96, at three 100, a fair day, Capt. Dean, Joel Dean, W. Mayne and others here today; rec'd a letter from Mrs. Thomas Hundley; [crossed out "read The sick all seem better, I have not felt well all day, in Proverbs"] my side and back trouble me, and really feel anxious to hear from Stump poor darling little fellow, bless him O my father and teach him thy law. Read two chapters in Proverbs and through Ecclisiastes.

June 23rd (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 78, at twelve 97, at three 100, a fair day, and so terible dusty and warm we could not go to church, no one been in the house today, several called at the gate, read in Isaiah, I feel very sad tonight, feel like something is the matter with one of the children Bless them O my father

June 24th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 78, at three 82, a cloudy day, a light shower about twelve, not enough to lay the dust; rec' d a letter from Stump, wrote one to him; Mr. Swearinger Mr. Herrington, Mr. Bill Dick Mitchel and Mr. Thompson here this afternoon; Read in Isaiah.

June 25th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 73, at twelve 81, at three 85, a cloudy day no rain; several called; wrote a note to Ms. Turner, rec'd an answer; Read in Isaiah; my side has troubled me all day.

June 26th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 73, at twelve 88, at three 92, a cloudy day, or more cloud than sunshine; Mr. W. Whitman here this afternoon; Miss Frierson and myself spent the day very pleasantly at Mr. Joe Morton's; Rec'd a letter from Miss G. A Ramey, Read in Isaiah.

June 27th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 93, at three 88, a fair morning, had a light shower of rain this afternoon; Miss Sarah Frierson and myself went to town this morning, I called on Mrs. General Hardin then at Mr. S. Reese's to see Mr. M. Jackson, then on Mrs. T. A Stone, then on Mrs. B. Hill then on Mrs. Coley, then dined with Mrs. Frierson, then called on Ms. T. M. Daniel then home, Miss Florence Frierson came home with me, saw Mr. Jackson and will have to go to Watkinsville tomorrow to see him; dread the trip but must not flinch if I am able to ride; read in Isaiah; two travelers here tonight. Mr. Joe Morton called here today.

June 28th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 88, at three 94, a fair day; those travelers left this morning; Miss Frierson and myself spent the day in Watkinsville, I was in the Ordinary' s office four hours; came home before dark; found all about as I left them; read in Isaiah; I feel very much fatigued.

June 29th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 76, at twelve 90, at three 93, a fair morning, had a thunder shower after six o clock, good rain and still cloudy, hope we shall have more tonight; Several gentlemen called; Miss Anne and Miss Missouri Tuck here this afternoon Read in Isaiah. Do feel so truly thankful for this good rain, I thank thee gracious father for thy great and merciful kindness towards us we have had dry weather and felt that we needed rain and though our gardens are well high spent it is in time for our corn, Be pleased O my father to send us rain and sunshine, seed time and harvest send us every good and every blessing in thy own time, and let us feel thy will be done.

June 30th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 90, at three 93, a fair day; Mrs. Joe Morton called; G. King, Miss Frierson and myself called to see Capt. Dean this morning, found him in bed but cheerful; Read in Isaiah; it was so warm this morning and felt like it would rain during the day or rather sometime today, we concluded not to go to church, don't know but it was as well to stay, for it has been a very unpleasant day; my side has pained me all day again; the rest seem mending.

July 1st (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 77, at twelve 90, at three 92, a cloudy day, with a light sprinkle this afternoon, recid a letter from Stump and one from Dick, all well and lively, Dick seems in better spirits than usual; wrote one to Stump, one to Mr. S. M. Jackson and one to Miss G. A Ramey; read in Isaiah; my side better, the rest seem to get on pretty well; and I feel so pleased to hear from both children today and all well

July 2nd (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 84, a three 86, a fair cool day; Miss Frierson left this afternoon; several called; read in Isaiah

July 3rd (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 65, at twelve 81, at three 83, a fair day, with considerable wind and quite cool, the wind being from the east; Mr. and Mrs. N. Barnard and their children spent the day here, G. King recid a letter from Stump, he says he has been quite sick but entirely recovered only feeble; read in Isaiah. I have spent the day pleasantly, hope my friends did; my side has troubled me some again today.

July 4th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 65, at twelve 72, at three 72, a cloudy day; rained some before ten o'clock, and nearly all the afternoon, a pretty little shower but nothing like a season. It is still cloudy and do hope we will have a rain before day; wrote a letter to Dick and one to Stump; read in Isaiah.

July 5th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 74, at three 75, a rainy day, had several showers last night and several today; feel so truly thankful for the rain; even this without another will make many barrels of corn; and our heavenly father knows best and does for the best, if we would only wait, he will bring all things right; and now O my father be pleased to bless and direct me, be my guide and counselor, and if this be according to thy will be pleased to show me, and bless us, if not, be pleased to frustrate all our designs, read in Isaiah, recid a note from Puss.

July 6th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 78, at three 84, a cloudy day; had a hard shower this morning; Dr. Jones and his two little children here for some two hours this afternoon; Rough recid a letter from Stump, he seems cheerful and says he is well only feeble; Be pleased O my father to bless my dear dear boys, I have but the two, bless and direct them; read in Isaiah, heard this evening of the death of Mrs. P.H. Mell, truly and deeply do I sympathize with the family. Bless them O my father and grant that they may bear their loss with fortitude.

July 7th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 84, at three 88, a fair day, had two thunder clouds but no rain; recid a note from Dick; poor dear boy, fear he will never do much; he is my greatest care now; read in Isaiah and Jeremiah; read two of Spurgeon's Sermons.

July 8th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 90, at three 92, a fair day; I spent 1 ½ hours at Dr. Hutcherson's this morning; feel pleased that I went as the family seemed pleased to see me; but shall remember Mrs. Hutcherson; poor dear woman, she can't stand it long, has a cancer on her breast; but seems cheerful and enjoys and joins in every conversation; came home before twelve read in Jeremiah Joel Dean here this afternoon. I have been quite unwell for three days

July 9th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 76, at twelve 92, at three 93, a fair day, had thunder and wind this evening but very little rain, G. Dean and F. Phinizy called untill the cloud was over, read in Jeremiah; I have not been well again today; but the rest better than usual; recid a note from Mr. J. D. Ramey and a receipt from S. Carolina.

July 10th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 88, at three 92, a fair day; Capt. Dean spent the morning here, Mr. Rankin here this afternoon, recid a letter from Stump, Bless his dear little heart, he seem cheerful but rather be at home I think; I wrote him a note; read in Jeremiah. I have not been well again today; but hope I am better; and feel sad, bless me O my father and teach me to resist every temptation and keep me from every evil. "Are there no foes for me to face? Must I not stem the flood? Is this vile world a friend to grace To help me on to God?"

July 11th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 82, at three 84, a fair day and considerable wind; read in Jeremiah; bless us O my father and teach us thy law; several sick children hope nothing serious.

July 12th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 84, at three 84, a fair pleasant day; I went to town this morning, called on Mrs. Clark, on Mrs. R. Crane, on Mrs. Winstead, on Mrs. T. Moore, on Dr. Mell, dined with old Mrs. Hodgson, called on Mrs. T. M. Daniel and home before dark, I have enjoyed the day very much indeed; feel very much fatigued tonight; Mrs. S. Mayne would have called this morning, and Dr. Smythe and wife would have spent the day here if I had been at home; read one Psalm.

July 13th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 82, at three 86, a fair cool day with some wind; recid a letter from Dick, poor dear boy, wish he was a good Christian, bless him and his gracious father and keep him from every evil; commenced a letter to Stump; read in Jeremiah. a traveler here tonight, from Charleston, Mr. Ruggles, to stay untill Monday; the sick seem better.

July 14th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 80, at three 83, a fair day, cold enough for a good fire this morning; have several sick babes, and wrote for Dr. Moore, I did not go to church this morning, went up this afternoon to Mrs. Col Billups' funeral, Dr. Hoyt preached it, from "O death where is thy sting? O grave where is thy victory?" I came home from the church, Dr. Moore came with me; and prescribed for the
sick; read in Jeremiah this morning; and one Psalm tonight, Bless me O my father and teach me and help me to do right, this is Dick's birthday, poor dear boy.

July 15th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 84, at three 87, a fair day; Dr. Carlton and others here today; read one Psalm, recid a letter from Mrs. A. J. Porter answered it, wrote one to Stump.

July 16th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 82, at three 82, a cloudy day, rained some little since supper; read in Jeremiah; Mrs. A Graham spent an hour or so here this morning; Mr. Ruggle left this morning, recid a letter from Stump, bless him O my father and teach him thy law, think the sick some better.

July 17th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 83, at three 88, a cloudy day, some little rain this morning; several called during the day; recid a letter from Stump, Bless his dear little heart; hope he is well and doing well; Dr. Moore here to see the sick; read in Jeremiah.

July 18th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 82, at three 82, a cloudy day, several little showers but not enough to run; several called, read in Jeremiah, I have felt very sad all day; thinking about my children, the war, my debts, the worth of property, and one other circumstance; Bless us O my father and direct us.

July 19th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 76, at twelve 86, at three 88, a cloudy morning, a fair afternoon, Mrs. Susan Mayne spent the day here, I was perfectly delighted to see her; Capt. Dean spent the morning here, D. C. Reese here this afternoon; read in Jeremiah, I thank thee gracious father for thy great and merciful kindness towards us; O be pleased to continue thy loving kindness towards us and fulfill all thy promises.

July 20th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 78, at twelve 90, at three 92, a fair day, several called during the day; read in Lamentations, I think my side is some better; and all the little negroes better.

July 21st (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 76, at twelve 90, at three 88, a fair morning, had two clouds since twelve but no rain, Rough and myself went to Athens to the presbeterian church; heard Dr. Hoyt preach from the 21st verse of the 5th chapter of second Corinthians; called a few minutes at Mr. T. M. Daniel's, came home to dinner, Miss Sarah Frierson came with me; Willie Dean here this morning; read in Lamentations, my side still troubling me; the rest better.

July 22nd (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 76, at twelve 85, at three 86, a cloudy day, Mrs. Joe Morton spent the day here; Dr. W. Carr here this morning; Mr. G. Turner here this afternoon; had a good rain this evening, feel so truly thankful for it; recid a letter from Stump; so happy to hear from him, but feel very sad to hear he is not well, poor dear boy, if he can only come home safe and sound; read in Ezekiel.

July 23rd (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 80, at three 83, a cloudy day and commenced raining since dark, Capt. Dean dined here, Joel Dean here this afternoon; read in Ezekiel; wrote a letter to Stump, poor dear boy, heard today that a member of his company was dead, will be in Athens tomorrow, sometimes I wish Stump may come with the corpse, then again I don't know what to wish, I know I want to see him, but to part with him again would be so bad, poor me, Bless us O my father and teach us thy law.

July 24th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 80, at three 80, a cloudy morning, a bright afternoon, recid a note from Mrs. Smythe, read in Ezekiel, heard of a bloody battle at Manassas, O my father bless us, grant us peace from the rising to the setting of the sun; and be pleased to spare my poor dear son, bring him safely back to me, let us meet again in peace, and live a happy and a long life together.

July 25th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve and three all absent, G. King spent the day at Mr. W. Dougherty's, Miss Frierson and myself went to Athens, I called on Mrs. Frierson, on Mrs. Daniel, on Col. Billups, on Mrs. Stephens Thomas, dined with Mrs. John Thomas, and came home about sundown; spent a very pleasant day; recid a letter from Miss G. A. Ramey and one from Mrs. Helen Coley; read one Psalm; feel very much fatigued, and very little like writing tonight.

July 26th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 86, at three 89, a fair day; Mr. Joe Morton here this morning; Mr. and Mrs. Childs here this afternoon; read in Ezekiel, my side is paining me severely tonight, the rest of the family seem better.

July 27th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at, at twelve 88, at three 90, a fair day, had some clouds and thunder but no rain; Mrs. Mastin Tuck and her daughter here this morning; Miss Gertie and Ward Ramey came this morning; Capt. Dean here this morning; Joel and Willie Dean here this evening, took supper here; wrote a note to Mrs. Graham and one to Mrs. Dean, recid answers; read in Ezekiel, wrote a letter to Stump; O that I could do right, bless me O my father and teach me;

July 28th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 90, at three 92, a fair day; Gert and Ward went with me to the Chappel, no church being open as this was the day to return thanks for the great victory at Manassas; Mr. Jennings a baptist minister opened the services with prayer, Dr. Henderson an Episcopal minister read the 15th chapter of Exodus, Dr. Hoyt a presbiterian minister prayed a very good and appropriate prayer; Dr. Lipscomb preached a good and appropriate sermon from the 6th 7th and 8th verses of the 44th Psalm; he is a superior orator and uses good language, closed his sermon beautifully; Mr. Key a methodist minister then prayed a most excelent prayer; the chappel was crowded, the services were two and a half hours long and yet the congregation was quiet; came home to dinner; read in Ezekiel, saw Mr. Barber a member from Stump's company at church, he says Stump is not sick and not well, poor dear boy wish I could know just how he is tonight, Bless him O my father and bring him back safe;

July 29th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 91, at three 92, a fair day only had a cloud about 2 o'clock and a very light shower, Mrs. Joe Morton called this evening, read in Ezekiel. I was sick all night last night and all day today; feel some better now, a little disappointed that I did not receive a letter from Stump, G. King saw those young men of his company, they say he is a good boy and much beloved by the company; Bless him O my father and teach him thy commandments, bless us all, and grant that all may be well; and in three day from this grant all may be just right.

July 30th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve92, at three 93 a fair day, a cloud this afternoon but no rain; Capt. Dean and others here during the day; wrote a letter to Mr. William Cox, read in Ezekiel; I feel better but not well and very sad, had an unpleasant dream last night; and begin to fear I shall be disappointed, but sincerely hope I may not.

July 31st (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 73, at twelve 86, at three 92, a fair day; Capt. Dean here this morning, Mrs. T. M. Daniel came this morning, will stay a day or two; read in Ezekiel; Dr. Moore here this evening; I have felt better today; but still sad, and have not heard from Stump yet; Bless us O my father

August 1st (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve __, at three__, a fair day, I think more warm and sultry than it has been for some days; Mrs. Daniel went with us, the whole family, to Capt. Dean's spent the day pleasantly; Mrs. D. went home this evening, read one Psalm; I have not slept today and feel wearied;

August 2nd (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 76, at twelve 94, at three 90, a fair day. a cloud and a pretty shower of rain at day break, and some cloud now; Capt. Dean spent the morning here, Dr. Moore here this afternoon; recid a letter from Stump, and feel so happy to hear he is satisfied and writes cheerful, every letter he expresses a wish for a battle, poor dear child, he don't know what he wishes, Bless us all O my father and keep us from every evil, read in Ezekiel.

August 3rd (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 75, at twelve 88, at three 90, a fair day; Joel and Willie Dean here this morning, they also took supper with us; W. Dean here now; Miss Sarah Frierson here tonight, recid a letter from Dick, wrote one to Stump, and a note to Miss S. Frierson, one to Mrs. H. Coley and one to Mrs. S. E. Daniel; read in Ezekiel; poor children I feel so much for my poor dear children, Bless them O my father and grant them every blessing, thou seest that they need. I have not been well all day;

August 4th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 82, at three 84, a cloudy day, sprinkled several times during the day, but no rain; so much like rain we feared to go to church, but might have done so; read in Ezekiel, wrote a note to Miss R. Richardson

August 5th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 82, at three 86, a cloudy morning. Bright afternoon; Capt. Dean and wife called this afternoon, read in Ezekiel. O my poor children, heard that the Regiment Stump is in has been ordered nearer the enemy, and feel a little restless about it, true if he could be in a battle and come out safe without being a cripple no one would rejoice more that I would, but the risk of his life, Bless him O my father and bring him back a living live boy to me, and then be pleased to bless my other boy watch over him and protect him;

August 6th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 84, at three 88, a cloudy morning, one or two little sprinkles of rain, recid a letter from Stump, he seems well and cheerful, feel so happy to hear from him, wrote a letter to Dick, Bless my poor dear children; O that they could be good_, honest, upright men; read in Ezekiel my side no better.

August 7th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 82, at three 82, a cloudy day, Joel Dean here today, Capt. Dean was also here, Mrs. Graham was stricken with paralisis this afternoon, I went over about four o'clock and came home eat supper and went over there and came home at twelve o'clock, left her comfortable, hope she will be much better in the morning; must now pack up some little things for Stump, so as to get them off in the morning; bless him O my father; read one Psalm.

August 8th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at twelve 78, at three 82, a cloudy day, Capt. Dean here this morning, Joel Dean here this afternoon, I spent some hours at Mr. Graham's this morning, found Mrs. Graham some better; rode down to W. Mayne's this afternoon, found his child dying, it died at 6 ½ o'clock, I came home before nine o'clock; feel very much wearied, my back and side pain me so much, read two Psalms.

August 9th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 84, at three 84, a cloudy morning, fair afternoon, some thunder but no rain yet; Joel Dean took supper with us; I spent about two hours with Mrs. Graham this morning found her much better, the girls and myself went to W. Mayne's to the funeral heard Dr. Mell preach from the 9th verse of the 39th Psalm; a good and appropriate sermon, came home before five o'clock; read one Psalm, my side has pained me all day. Mrs. Joe Morton, Mrs. Mathews and Miss Sue Falkner called this evening.

August 10th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 75, at twelve 86, at three 86, a cloudy day; Joel Dean here twice today; the girls and myself rode to the depot this morning to meet Mrs. J. D. Ramey, the girls spent the day with her (at Capt. Dean's) I went there this afternoon took supper and all came home before dark; several gentlemen called during the day; read in Ezekiel.

August 11th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 75, at twelve 85, at three 86, a fair morning, had a light rain this afternoon; I spent an hour or so at Mr. Graham's this morning, found Mrs. G. considerably better, looking almost herself; came home and the girls and myself went to Athens to the baptist church heard Mr. Jennings preach from, "As sorrowful yet always rejoicing;" a war sermon; indeed every thing now is mixed with war; came home to dinner; read in Ezekiel; I thank thee O my father that it was so I could go to church, that I went and came safe, Be pleased to continue thy loving kindness towards us, "How sweet upon this sacred day, The best of all the seven, To cast our earthly cares away,
And think of God and heaven."

August 12th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 75, at twelve 80, at three 74, a rainy day, think no one has called today, recid a letter from Stump, answered it, read in Ezekiel my side seems better but have not been well today, O if I could only do right, Bless us O my father and help us to do thy will.

August 13th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 75, at twelve 76, at three 86, a rainy day; I have been busy all day icing cake this morning and fixing flower vases since dinner; feel better than I did yesterday but fatigued; read in Ezekiel, finished my letter to Stump, wrote a note to Mr. J. Turner.

August 14th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve at three 80, a cloudy day, all of us dined and spent the day at Capt. Dean's, I spent an hour at Mr. Graham's this evening; found her up and much better; several complaining, I feel better; read one Psalm, wrote a note to Mrs. T M. Daniel, recid an answer, recid a letter from Miss R. Richardson.

August 15th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 64, at three 66, a rainy day, wrote a note to Mrs. T. M. Daniel, recid an answer, recid a letter from Dick, feel glad to hear from him and to hear they are well; read one Psalm; I have not felt so well today my side and back trouble me, hurt it winding.

August 16th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 67, at three 64, a cloudy day, some little rain this afternoon; Mr. and Mrs. T. M. Daniel, Robert and Margaret Brittian, Mrs. J. D. Ramey and three children, Capt. Dean and wife, and Mrs. M. Marr spent the day here; read one chapter in Job; I have spent a pleasant day but feel very much fatigued having been busy all day attending to my company; Bless me O my father and direct me.

August 17th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 72, at three 72, another rainy day; Dr. Moore called and extracted a tooth for Rowser, read in Ezekiel. O that I could do right, bless me O my father and teach me thy laws.

August 18th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 82, at three 82, another rainy day; W. Dean, W. Hodgson, and G. Moore here this afternoon; read one sermon, some in the Index and through Daniel. have felt better today, the family in usual health, regret not being able to attend church, Gert has been in bed all day, but up tonight.

August 19th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 76, at twelve 80, at three 82, a rainy day, though we had an hour or two of sunshine this afternoon, Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Ramey here this afternoon; recid a letter from Stump he seems well and cheerful; read in Hosea, Dr. Moore called this morning prescribed for Caroline and Andrew, neither very sick I hope; O that I could do right, bless us O my father and help us.

August 20th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 75, at twelve 86, at three 88, a fair day; Dr Moore called to see Kitty who has sore throat; Mr. Brawner and Dr. Sanford here this morning, Mr. Jennings called this morning; read in Hosea; wrote a letter to Stump, recid a note from Robert Richardson answered it. I have felt better today.

August 2lst (Wednesday) Thermometer this [morning] at 76 at twelve 76, at three 77, another rainy day, Capt. Dean here this morning, wrote a note to Mrs. J. Morton recid un answer, recid a letter from Mrs. A J. Porter, wrote one to Miss R. Richardson; read in Hosea; the sick ones up, hope they will not be worse.

August 22nd (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 83, at three 83, a cloudy day, with several showers, Col. J. Billups and Capt Dean here today, the girls and myself spent the day at Mr. J. Morton's very pleasantly; recid two letters from Stump, Bless him O my father and teach him thy law, and be pleased to bring him back safe and sound, read one Psalm.

August 23rd (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 73, at three 75, another rainy day; Rough came this morning; read in Hosea; the sick all better, wrote to Stump.

August 24th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 75, at three 76, a cloudy morning, a bright afternoon the first fair afternoon we have had for some time; wrote another letter to Stump, read in Hosea, the sick all better; several gentlemen called.

August 25th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 61, at twelve 76, at three 76, at fair day, the first fair day we have had for some weeks, and quite cool all day; the girls and myself went to town, called at Mr. T. M. Daniel's untill time for church, went to the presbiterian church heard Dr. Lipscomb preach from, "It is more blessed to give than to receive." A good sermon, calculated to do good, though I have heard him preach better, yet he said he did not intend it as a sermon rather a lecture; we came home to dinner; Joel and W. Dean, W. Hodgson and G. Moore here this afternoon; read several chapters in Hosea, through Joel and one chapter in Amos, so I have enjoyed the day very much indeed, yet I have felt sad for two days; "Then hail thou sacred blessed day, The best of all the seven, When hearts unite their vows to pay, Of gratitude to heaven."

August 26th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 76, at three 76, a fair day, Capt. Dean here this morning, T. Tuck here this afternoon, wrote a note to Mrs. Brittian, and a letter to Dick one to Mrs. A J. Porter, read in Amos.

August 27th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 69, at twelve 80, at three 79, a cloudy day, some little rain; Gert, Ward and myself went to Athens this morning, called at Mr. Frierson's; left them there and Mrs. frierson and myself called on Mrs. Harris on Mrs. Dr. Carlton, on Mrs. D. Jones, I on Mrs. Scudder; the girls and myself on Mrs. Key, dined at Mr. H. L. Brittian's; left the girls then and I called on Mrs. Huggins, then on Mrs. Clark and home before six o'clock; have spent a pleasant day. feel wearied tonight; read in Amos;

28th August (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 82, at three 84 a cloudy day, had a thunder shower this afternoon Mrs. Dr. Billups and children here this afternoon; read in Amos Matilda taking medicine today, the rest better; O that I could do right, Bless me O my father,

August 29th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 80, at three 74, a rainy day; read in Amos, wrote a note to Mrs. J. Morton.

August 30th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 82, at three 82, a fair day, the girls and myself went to W. Mayne's this morning, staid untill after twelve and as the corpse did not come we came home, went again at three, the corpse and procession got there just before we did, (Mr. James Mayne's child), came home and went to see Mrs. Mastin Tuck, and called to see Mrs. Parsons; came home before sundown; Capt. Dean and his son Joel here today; read through Obadiah, wrote a letter to Stump.

August 31st (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 84, at three 84, a fair day, more sun today than we have had for some weeks; Joel Dean here twice today, W. Mayne here this afternoon; recid a letter from Stump, happy to hear from him, and hear he is well; read through Jonah, my side and back paining me considerably.

September 1st (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 82, at three 84, a fair day; Joel Dean, W. Hodgson, and Rough here this afternoon, the girls and myself went to Athens to the methodist church, heard Mr. Clark preach from the first clause of the 2nd verse of the 3rd chapter of Revelations, I did not find out what he meant, or what he wanted us to understand; came home to dinner, read through Micah

September 2nd (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 82, at three 83, a fair day, Col Billups and Dr. Moore here this morning, Mrs. J. Morton here this afternoon; read in Nahum; recid a note from Rough; the sick all better;

September 3rd (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 73, at three 74, a fair day, several called; wrote a note to Mr. Wilson and one to Mr. Mitchel; read in Nahum. Ward and myself spent an hour at Mr. Graham's pleasantly, only feel so much grieved to see Mrs. Graham looking as she does; be pleased O my father to watch over and protect us, grant us every blessing and keep us from every evil.

September 4th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 84, at three 86, a fair day; Mrs. And Miss Hodgson, Rough Harrison and G. Moore here this afternoon; recid a letter from Stump and one from Mrs. T. Hundley; also a note from Mrs. T. M. Daniel; read in Nahum, the sick seek better.

September 5th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 85, at three 87, a fair day, had a thunder shower since dark, but not a heavy rain; Mrs. Susan Mayne and Mrs. M. Marr spent the day here; wrote a letter to Mrs. T. Hundley, wrote a note to Mrs. Frierson, recid an answer, wrote one to Dr. Moore; read in Habakkuk, the sick better only Matilda.

September 6th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 72 at twelve 82 at three 82 a cloudy day, had several hard showers this morning, and two hard rains this afternoon the girls and myself left home at eleven o'clock went to General Frierson's dined and spent the afternoon, it was after sundown when we arrived at home, Mr. Hales and Joel Dean here this evening; read in Habakkuk; I have suffered considerably with my side and feel wearied.

September 7th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 78, at three 82, at fair day, Mrs. Meeker and Miss Mattie Lumpkin here this afternoon; Joel Dean called; read in Habakkuk. Wrote a letter to Stump, recid a note from Mr. M. Edwards, answered it. Bless me O my father and teach me how to act, O be pleased to grant my request if it can be according to thy will.

September 8th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 71, at twelve 78, at three 80, raining nearly all day; so we could not attend church in Athens today; the girls are at Capt. Dean's tonight; miss them very much indeed; read through Zephaniah and Haggai, read one sermon tonight, the sick better.

September 9th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 77, at three 82, a rainy morning, some sun this afternoon and a brisk wind from the northeast; all of us called on Dr. Stanford and wife, the girls came home this evening; wrote a note to Mrs. J. Morton; read in Zechariah, the sick better, but my side is paining me very much tonight; bless us O my father and help us to do thy will on earth as that will is done in heaven. O that I could do right. I am alone in this wide world, I want but the approval of my heavenly father, Be pleased to guide and direct me.

September 10th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 82, at three 82, a fair day; several called during the day, recid a note from Mrs. T. Lucas, expected her and Mrs. McKinley today was sadly disappointed that they did not come, expect them again tomorrow, read in Zechariah, all seem better today.

September 11th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 83, at three 84, a fair day; Mrs. McKinley and Mrs. T. Lucas spent the day here, wrote and recid several notes; I have not rested today, and feel very much fatigued tonight, read in Zechariah. Bless me O my father and help me through, just remember me for good.

September 12th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 84, at three 86, a fair day, Mrs. Morton here this afternoon, Joel Dean took supper with us, the girls and myself went to spend the morning with Mrs. J. Morton she being from home we spent an hour at Capt. Dean's; came home to dinner; read in Zechariah. O that I could hear from Stump, and one more circumstance could take place.

September 13th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 82, at three 84, a. fair day; Col J. Billups called this morning; W. Dean and Rough took supper here, Mr. Smith and his daughter in law (travelers) here tonight; read in Zechariah and Malachi "O for a heart sumissive meek, My dear Redeemer's throne, Where only Christ is heard to speak,
And Jesus reigns alone."

September 14th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 82, at three 84, a fair day; Miss Ann and Margaret Tuck spent the afternoon here, Joel Dean and Rough took supper with us; Dr. Moore here to see the sick, all better; read in Malichi.

September 15th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 84, at three 86, a fair day; W. Dean and W. Hodgson spent the afternoon here; the girls and myself went to Athens to the baptist church heard Dr. Mell preach from "Who shall lay any thing to the charge of God's elect? Rather a denominational sermon, and I thought a most excelent and consoling sermon, came home to dinner, read in Mathew.

September 16th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 88, at three 89, a fair day, had a rain this afternoon about sundown, and I was surprised at it, saw no cloud, had no thunder and yet a hard rain; Joel Dean here tonight, the girls and myself went to Athens this morning, called at Mr. T. Moore's, at Mr. T. M. Daniel's, at Goveror [Governor] W. Lumpkin's, and home by one o'clock; recid a letter from Mr. J. D. Ramey, and one from Stump, poor fellow he is now living the life of a soldier, Bless him O my father and help him grant that he may act like a gentleman, and be pleased to make him a christian, read in Mathew.

September 17th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 75, at twelve 86, at three 86, a fair day; several called at the gate but I think no one been in the house; recid a letter from Mrs. C. M. Galaway; wrote one to Stump and one to Dick, read in Mathew.

September 18th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 69, at twelve 82, at three 84, at fair day, Miss S. Brittian spent the day here, Mr. H. Brittian called; wrote a note to Mr. P .E. Moore, read in Mathew.

September 19th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 80, at three 84, a fair day; Capt. Dean here twice; recid a letter from Dick, glad to hear from him; he says he has a sick negro; read in Mathew.

September 20th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 83, at three 85, a fair day; Capt. Dean and Dr. Stanford here this afternooon; the girls and myself over to town called on Mrs. Clark to have some dresses cut, went shopping the first time I have been in a store in 21 months, came home to dinner, read in Mathew.

September 21st (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 84, at three 82, a fair morning, rained some before dinner and a hard shower before sundown; recid a letter from Stump and wrote one to him; so happy to hear from him and to hear he is well, and seems cheerful, W. Mayne here this morning, Joel Dean here this afternoon; read in Mathew. O that I could know just how to act and what to do, Bless me O my father and teach me.

September 22nd (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 65, at twelve 75, at three 76, a cloudy day; so much so we feared to go to church or rather to prepare for it early, and about nine o'clock I [was?] quite sick and went to bed; feel better now but not well; read in Mathew and one sermon, Joel Dean here to supper.

September 23rd (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 74, a three 76, a fair day; Col. J. Billups here this morning, Dr. Stanford and Capt. Dean here this afternoon; read in Mathew, the sick all better but Matilda.

September 24th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 76, at three 78, a fair day; no one came in today; wrote a letter to Mr. T. R. R. Cobb, a note to Col. J. Billups and one to Dr. Moore, recid one from Col. B. read in Mathew. Be pleased gracious father to bless and direct me; for "whom have I in heaven but thee and there is none on earth that I desire besides thee;" then be pleased to guide and direct me, and grant my request for thou and thou only art able; Bless my poor dear children, keep them from every evil and every temptation.

September 25th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 57, at twelve 77, at three 79, a cloudy day; Dr. A Cox called this morning; the girls and myself went to Athens this morning, called on Mrs. Margaret Frierson, went to the weekly prayer meeting, then called on Mrs. Childs and home before twelve, read in Mathew. Bless us O my father and help us to do thy will; recid a letter from Mrs. A J .Porter.

September 26th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 73, at three 75, a rainy day; no one here during the day; the girls at Capt. Dean's tonight; read in Mathew; Matilda complaining more that usual, bless my poor children and bless and direct me. O I thank thee for thy great and merciful kindness towards me, and for every comfort.

September 27th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 74, at three 74, at rainy morning, rained all night last night and untill eleven o'clock this morning, recid a note from Rough, he came down tonight, Dr. Moore here this afternoon to see Matilda; the girls came home about two o'clock; read in Mathew; Bless us O my father and help us; be pleased to help me through my difficulties. "O for a heart submissive meek, My dear Redeemer's throne, Where only Christ is heard to speak, And Jesus reigns alone."

September 28th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 49, at twelve 62, at three 66, a fair cool day; Capt. Dean, Joel and W. Dean here today; the girls left this morning, I miss them very much indeed, feel sad when I think of them; wrote a letter to Stump and one to Dick; read in Mathew; Matilda seems better tonight.

September 29th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 51, at twelve 66, at three 68, a fair day Rough and myself went to Athens to the Episcopal church heard Dr. Henderson preach a fair sermon from the 12th chapter and 2nd verse of Isaiah, called at Gen. Frierson's and staid only a few minutes, Miss S. E. Frierson came home with me to stay some time; came home about one o'clock, read in Mathew and one sermon since supper.

September 30th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 70, at three_, a fair day; Mr. Joe Morton here this morning, Capt. Dean here this afternoon; read in Mark; heard that Capt. Vincent was brought up on the carrs this morning a corpse; another victim or martyr to the war, though he died from cramp colic, had not been in or near an engagement; O that we could have peace, a lasting peace from the rising to the
setting of the sun, and that we may never have another battle.

October 1st (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 56, at twelve 70, at three 72, a cloudy day but no rain; several called; read in Mark; feel very much disappointed that I did not get a letter from Stump; poor dear boy I must feel restless he has been so punctual I know something is the matter, Bless him O my father and grant him every needful blessing; Bless us all and be pleased to grant us every thing thou seest we need; and fulfill all thy promises.

October 2nd (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 68, at three 69, a rainy day; Capt. Dean came after eleven and staid untill after four; read in Mark; recid a letter from Miss G. A. Ramey, glad to hear from her, but feel so very anxious to hear from Stump.

October 3rd (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 70, at three 72, at rainy day; think no one has been in the house today; read in Mark; I have not felt well today, and have not heard from the office; feel so anxious to hear from Stump, poor dear children, bless us O my father and help us; be pleased to guide and direct, O help me through this great difficulty. Thou hast been with me in six troubles, do not forsake me in this. All my help must come from thee, for in thee and thee only do I put my trust.

October 4th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at, at twelve 70, at three 78, fair day; Dr. Moore here this afternoon; read in Mark; all better today.

October 5th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 79, at three 80, a cloudy day, some little rain; recid a letter from T. R.R. Cobb; so pleased to receive it, hope now it will be settled up soon; read in Mark, a blind beggar here tonight, poor old man, when we see such we should be so thankful that we are not in the same situation, Bless us O my father and teach us thy law.

October 6th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 82, at three 83, a cloudy morning but Miss S. Frierson and myself went to town, called at General Frierson's untill the bell rang, then went to the baptist church, heard Dr. Brantly preach from, "For our light affliction which is but for a moment, worketh for us a for more exceeding and eternal weight of glory." A most excelent sermon, and seemed so natural, it has been more than four years since I heard him preach, I felt pleased to see him, and enjoyed the sermon very much indeed, came home to dinner Miss T. Frierson came with me, read one sermon tonight and in Mark

October 7th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at, at twelve 75, at three 78, a cloudy day, some rain since dinner; Mrs. S. Mayne called at the gate, was pleased to see her, can't think why she came [in] such weather; wrote a note to Mrs. Graham; heard today that the 3rd Reg. had been engaged in a battle. Do hope I shall receive a letter from Stump tomorrow, and also hope he is unhurt and acted his part like a gentleman; Bless him O my father and keep him from every evil; read in Mark; Be pleased O heavenly father to bless and protect me; grant me one more request; thou hast been with me in six troubles, O do not forsake me in the seventh.

October 8th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 72, at three 75, at fair day; Capt. Dean here this morning; Miss T. Frierson, George and myself spent an hour at Capt. Dean's this afternoon; recid two letters from Stump today, wrote one to him; Bless him O my father and make him a true and devoted christian, been writing the last hour and my eyes pain me severely, read in Mark.

October 9th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 56, at twelve 78, a fair cool day; but cloudy now; Mrs. Susan Mayne spent an hour here this morning; Col. J. Billups called to tell me the Regiment Stump is in has had a fight, come out victorious, can't hear that any were hurt but the Col's horse was shot under him, Bless my poor child O my father and keep him from every danger; Mrs. Harris, Mrs. Nesbit and Mrs. Frierson here this afternoon; read in Mark.

October 10th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 66, at three 66, a cloudy day, some little rain; intended going to Athens to see Mr. Mitchel but feared rain; no one came today, read in Mark; the sick about the same; I have been knitting after nine o'clock, and my eyes pain me very much.

October 11th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 72, at three , a cloudy day, Miss T. Frierson and myself went to town, called at General Frierson's, sent for Mr. Mitchel, he came and has taken my business in hand, I hope now it will soon be settled up; Miss Lou Frierson came home with me; recid a letter from Becca Richardson; read in Mark, several called today.

October 12th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 66, at three 69, a fair day, W. Mayne and others called, wrote a note to Dr. Moore and one to Mrs. Frierson, recid answers, wrote a letter to Miss G. A Ramey; read in Luke. Bless us O my father and teach us thy law.

October 13th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 70, at three , a fair day; Dr. Moore here this afternoon to see the sick; Miss S. Frierson and myself went to Athens called at Gen. Frierson's untill the bell rang, I went to the baptist church heard Mr. Jennings preach from the 17th verse of the 3rd chapter of Colossians; heard that H.
Dougherty was going to Virginia tomorrow, called at Mr. T. Moore's got paper, wrote a note to Mrs. Dougherty to know if her son was going and if he could take a bundle to Stump, she wrote that I must either send it tonight or in the morning; so I have been writing and fixing up the bundle untill nine o'clock; wrote a letter to Stump and one to
Capt. H. C. Billups; never write a letter on Sunday but could not do otherwise tonight; read in Luke.

October 14th (Monday) Thermometer this morning 52, at twelve 68, at three 70, a fair day; Mr. and Mrs. Jennings spent the day here; Mrs. Graham here this afternoon, received at note from Mrs. Franklin; read in Luke.

October 15th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning 49, at twelve 70, at three 72, a fair day; D. Cox's son here this morning, Miss Shaw left this morning, the first we have been alone for months; wrote a letter to Mr. W. Jones and a note to Mrs. Franklin. Read in Luke. O if I could hear from Stump tonight; Bless us O my father and keep us from evil; grant that one more blessing may be granted right now, thou hast been with me in six troubles, don't forsake me in the seventh. "O for a heart submissive meek, My dear Redeemer's throne, Where only Christ is heard to speak, And Jesus reigns alone."

October 16th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 64, at three 66, a cloudy day, some little rain; I spent the day at Govnor Lumpkin's. Dr. and Mrs. Brantly were there; I have not spent a day so pleasantly for two years past; Mr. and Mrs. B. seemed so pleasant, it has been over four years since I was in their company, and I think they have not changed at all; I did really enjoy their company; hope they will make me a visit and I can make it pleasant to them; I shall never forget our former friendship, I love them both very much, but Mr. B. more near to me, I suppose his having baptised me makes some difference; came home after sundown, read in Luke. feel very much wearied tonight and some pain in my side, from not having rested today; recid a letter from Mr. G
D. Ramey.

October 17th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 65, at twelve 68, at three 69, a rainy day, recid a letter from Mrs. M. A Hardin, wrote a note to Dr. Moore; read in Luke.

October 18th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 71, at three 72, a cloudy morning, and but little sun this afternoon; Mr. Joseph Morton and Capt. Dean here this morning; recid a letter from Stump, he is well only very sore and skinned from the battles he was in, seems cheerful and lively, tells of both engagements, and how they acted with bullets and bombs falling all around them, poor dear boy, bless him O my father, teach him to resist every temptation, and keep him from every evil; watch over and protect him. O shield him in the hour of battle; keep him from death, sickness, fire, storm, b [?][?] wounds, and O grant that he may act the gentleman soldier; and come back an honor and a comfort to me in my old age; read in Luke; no letter from Dick yet; poor dear boy, bless him and his and grant him every needed blessing.

October 19th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 72, at three 75, a cloudy day; Miss Ann and Margaret Tuck here this afternoon, Dr. Moore here to see the sick; recid a letter from Stump saying how he felt during the battles, that they were urging their Col. to attack fort Hatteras, and all were anxious to have another fight, poor little goose they don't know what they may have to go through with; recid one from Dick, he says his wife has a son named Richard Dudly, never even thought of such a thing untill I heard it; wrote a letter to Mr. J. D. Ramey; read in Luke.

October 20th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 63, at twelve 75, at three 76, a cloudy day, some rain since sundown; I feared the rain this morning so didnot go to church; read in Luke and two sermons, several called; heard this evening after sundown that Mrs. S. C. Daniel would leave tomorrow going to Roanoke Island, so I have written a letter to Stump tonight, my eyes pain me so I can not see to write more.

October 21st (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 58, at three 57, another rainy day; wrote a note to Mr. N. L. Barnard, recid an answer, wrote a letter to Mrs. A. J. Porter; read in Luke; the sick about the same; my side better today, but my back troubling me.

October 22nd (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 56, at twelve 64, at three 64, another rainy day; Capt. Dean here this morning; a traveler here tonight; recid a letter from Mr. M. C. Roberts; answered it and wrote one to Becca Richardson; read in Luke.

October 23rd (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 61, at twelve 68, at three 66, a fair day, at least after ten o'clock, thought before ten it would rain; recid a letter from Mrs. S. E. Sessions, wrote one to her and one to Madam Saloo, wrote a note to Mrs. W. Dougherty, recid an answer; read in Luke.

October 24th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 41, at twelve 58, at three 59, a fair cool day, but rather cloudy now, had ice this morning, but very thin, Dr. Reese here this morning, Mrs. Joe Morton called twice; read in Luke. I was sick last night and have not been well all day, eat very little, but feel some better tonight, Bless us O my father and keep us from every evil.

October 25th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 55, a three 58, a cloudy day, but warmer tonight and raining; recid a letter from Mrs. T. Hundly; read in Luke.

October 26th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 63, at twelve 60, at three 62, another rainy day; had but little rain all day, but raining now; Capt. Dean here this morning; wrote a note to Mrs. Brantly and one to Dr. Moore, recid answers; recid a note from Mrs. Dr. Moore; G. King recid a letter from Stump, he give a good description of his fights, poor dear boy, so cheerful and happy and going through so many hardships and privations; bless him O my father and keep him from every evil, recid a letter from Miss R. Richardson wrote a letter to Mrs. C. M. Galaway, and one to Mrs. R. Richardson; read in Luke

October 27th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 70, at three 71, a cloudy morning, a fair afternoon, indeed the sun has been out since nine o'clock; the roads being so heavy and one of my horses not being well, I was afraid to go to church; regret it exceedingly; sent Rough up to town for Miss F. Frierson, she came to dinner will stay some days with me; read two sermons and some chapters in John.

October 28th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 59, at twelve 60, at three 62, a fair day; Mr. McClusky here this morning; Dr. Stanford and wife and Miss Brawner here this afternoon; read in John; I have suffered severely with my side today, feel some better, had to send for the mineral water.

October 29th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 62, at three 66, a fair day; Capt. H. C. Billups, Mr. J. A. Billups and Mr. Neighbors here this morning; Col. J. Billups here this afternoon; I felt very much rejoiced to see Capt. B and hear him say Stump was well and a good boy; G. King, Miss F. Frierson and myself rode over to Mr.
M. Tuck's this evening, then called at Mr. Yarber's gate to see his wife; the tax receiver here today too; read in John, recid a letter from Stump; he seems so cheerful and wishes to see us so much; Bless him O my father and grant that we may meet again in life and happiness.

October 30th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 60, at three, a fair day; Miss Frierson and myself spent the day at Mr. J. T. Morton's very pleasantly, Col Billups called here this morning; recid a letter from Mrs. A. J. Porter; the sick about the same; my side better; read in John; Bless me O my father and help me, donot leave or forsake me.

October 31st (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 3 8, at twelve 61, at three 63, a fair day; I think no one has been here today; wrote a note to Mrs. D. Moore; recid an answer; read in John; wrote a note to Mr. J. D. Ramey; I have not been well all day, and rather disappointed.

November 1st (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 50, at three 52, raining all day; some travelers here tonight camping in an out house, read in John; I have been very unwell all day, feel something better now, but still suffering.

November 2nd (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 52, at three 52, a cloudy cold windy day; read in John; I have been in bed nearly all day; feel some better tonight, and eat a few mouthfuls of ham and biscuit for supper, all I have eaten since dinner yesterday.

November 3rd (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 58, at three 60, a fair day did not go to church today, being so sick yesterday I was not sure I would be able to be up all day, but have and feel better than I have for three days past, no one I think has been here today, read one sermon this morning and in John tonight. O that I could know what is best, be with me O my father and help me, do thou guide and direct me.

November 4th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 4, at twelve 57, at three 61, a fair day; Florence left this morning; Dr. Reese here this morning; Dr. Stanford, Mr. Lester and Joel Dean here this morning; J. Dean going to join the army and called to say goodbye, he seemed to feel it very much, and I had a hearty cry; read in John; I arranged all my flowers in the greenhouse this afternoon, it hurt me very much, had to go to bed but feel better now, wrote a letter to Stump, recid one from John B. Cox.

November 5th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 45, at twelve 62, at three 66, a fair day; packed up and sent the box for Stump, Capt. Dean and his daughter Mrs. S. Amis spent the afternoon here; Mrs. S. E. Sessions and her daughter here tonight, met them at the depot; recid a letter from Mrs. G. A Ramey and one from Mrs. S. E. Sessions; read in John; I feel so much pleased to see Mrs. S.; hope I shall be well and enjoy her company, but have sufferd severely today with my side; wrote a note to Mrs. W. Dougherty.

November 6th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 70, at three 71, a fair day, I think no one has been in the house several called at the gate; I have felt some better today and enjoyed the day with Mrs. S., read in John.

November 7th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 65, at three 69, a fair day, recid a letter from Mrs. W. T. Brantly; all of us spent an hour or so at Dr. Standford's this afternoon; read in John.

November 8th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 70, at three 74, a fair day, Mrs. Sessions and myself went to Athens this morning; She spent the morning at Mr. Pitner's, I called on Mrs. Stone she went with me to Mr. R. Crane's spent an hour; Mrs. Sessions and myself then called on Mrs. Carr; came home to dinner; Capt. Dean here this evening; Rough and W. Brittian here tonight; I have not been well all day; read in Acts.

November 9th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 72, at three 70, a cloudy day; Miss A Smith and Miss E. Neighbors here this afternoon; read in Acts; wrote a letter for Mrs. W. T. Brantly.

November 10th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 58, at three 70, a cloudy day; so unpleasant we did not go to church; W. Dean dined with us, read in Acts. I feel much better than I have for some days; the rest all up.

November 11th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 71, at three 74, a fair day though we had a foggy morning; Dr. Moore here today, G. King, Mrs. S. and myself spent an hour at Capt. Dean's this afternoon; wrote a letter to Dick and fixed 23 yds of cloth for him and the children, read in Acts.

12th November (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve75, at three 76 a fair day, Capt Dean and Mrs Patsy Morton spent the afternoon here, Mr. and Mrs. Yarborough called; went up to the depot with Mrs. S. E. Sessions this morning, saw her on the carrs, called on Mr. Mitchel, on Mrs. Whitman, on Mrs. Clancy, then on Mr. Mitchel again, on Mrs. Stone and home to dinner; have not felt at all well this afternoon; and feel sad at parting from Mrs. S, life is so uncertain, recid a letter from Stump, so pleased to hear from him, I have had so many unpleasant dreams of late that I fear he or some member of the family will not live, bless us O my father and help us to do right; read in Acts. "O for a heart submissive meek, My dear Redeemer's throne, Where only Christ is heard to speak, And Jesus reigns alone."

November 13th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 56, at twelve 73, at three 74, fair day, wrote a letter to Stump and a note to Mrs. Joe Morton; the sick seem better and I feel better today; read in Acts.

November 14th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 75, at three 77, a fair day; Mr. and Mrs. Joe Morton, Mrs. Clancy, Mrs. Macon and Miss F. Frierson spent the day here; wrote a letter to Mr. Perry Heygh, read in Acts, feel a little disappointed, yet willing to hope; slept very little last night have not slept any today and feel wearied. This is Mr. Greer's birthday, have thought of it often, but think of him so much every day, and sometimes every hour.

November 15th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 75, at three 74, a cloudy morning, fair afternoon; several called at the gate, no one in the house today; read two sermons and in Acts; have done no work, give the negroes holiday being fast day throughout the Confederacy; so have not eat any thing untill since dark; the sick not worse, I feel better but rather dejected; Bless us O my father and grant us every blessing, O that I could always trust implicitly in thy love, care and protection; yet I do believe, help thou my unbelief.

November 16th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 56, at three 58, spent the [day] very pleasantly at Mr. W. Dougherty's; came home after sundown, read in Acts; Bless us O my father and teach us thy law.

November 17th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 55, at three 60, a fair day;

November 18th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 65, a fair smoky day;

November 19th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning 41, at twelve 50, at three 52, a fair smoky day

20th November (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 46, at three 46, a rainy day; I so unwell Sunday morning I could not go to church read one sermon in the forenoon, went to bed in the afternoon and have not been able to leave my room, or sit up an hour at a time since, so have not written untill tonight, read three chapters in Acts Monday, one today, could not read yesterday; Mrs. S. Mayne, Mrs. M. Marr and Capt. Dean here today; Mr. L. R. L . Jennings and others called Monday and Tuesday, but I did not see them, in fact I did not see a white face from Sunday till this morning; feel better tonight, and so truly thankful for that with every other blessing I have and do enjoy; bless me O my father and continue to watch over and protect me and mine.

November 21st (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 52, at three 56, cloudy morning, a bright afternoon; Mr. Cochran here this evening; recid a letter from Stump; wrote one to Miss G. A Ramey; wrote a note to Dr. Moore, recid one from Mr. J. White. Read in Acts; Mrs. J. Morton called this morning; I have felt much better today, but not well, yet happy to hear from my dear little Stump, bless him O my father and bring him back safe and sound a gentleman and a Christian.

November 22nd (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 46, at three 48, a rainy day, wrote a letter or rather about six pages, to Stump will not conclude untill next week as one of the company will leave then; read in Acts, all the sick about as they were yesterday.

November 23rd (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 48, at three 50, a fair day, wind pretty high, Capt. Dean, Dr. Standford and Mr. Parsons here today, read in Acts; recid a letter from Mrs. Sessions;

November 24th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 36, at twelve 50, at three 54, a fair day and considerable wind; one of my horses being crippled I could not go to church, read in Romans and two sermons; all the sick better.

November 25th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 46, at three 45, a fair cold day; Mr. M. Tuck here this morning; several called at the gate, the sick seem better; read in Romans, wrote a letter to Mrs. S. E. Sessions.

November 26th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 29, at twelve 48, at three 50, a cloudy afternoon; Dr. Moore here to see the sick, all better, read in Romans, I have suffered severely all day with my side

November 27th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 50, at three 58, a rainy day, though we have had some sunshine; Mrs. S. Mayne called this morning. Col. Hardeman and Capt. Dean here this afternoon; recid a letter from Dick, read in Romans, the sick all better.

November 28th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 49, at twelve 55, at three 56, a dark cloudy day, but little or no rain; just as we were going to supper Mrs. Zackry her two children and Mr. Thurmond came to stay all night, I feel happy to see her she boarded with me two years when a child, read in First Corinthians.

November 29th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 68, at three 71, a cloudy day, had several pretty good showers of rain; Mrs. John Thomas and Miss S. Frierson spent the afternoon here; I have felt some better today, the rest about as usual, wrote a note to Mrs. C. M. Franklin, recid an answer, read in first Corinthians.

November 30th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 51, at twelve 58, at three 59, a fair windy day; Capt. Dean spent the day here; wrote a note to Mr. A M. Jackson and one to Miss R. Richardson, recid answers, read in first Corinthians.

December 1st (Sunday) Thermometer this morning, at twelve 55, at three 58, a fair day, W. Dean dined here; T. Tuck called; I went to Athens to the Baptist church, heard Mr. Jennings preach a good sermon from the 19th verse of the 3rd chapter of Ephesians; came home to dinner; read in first Corinthians and two sermons since supper; O my father be pleased to bless and direct me; without thy help I can do nothing; let me not weary or faint, but do thou be my guide, my counsel or my savior.

December 2nd (Monday) Thermometer this morning at, at twelve 58, at three 59, a rainy day; had some heavy rains last night and today; read in first Corinthians, another disappointment tonight; bless us O my father and grant us every good and every blessing thou seest we need.

December 3rd (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 44, at three 48, a cloudy morning, bright afternoon; Dr. Macon his wife and three children dined here; called just as we were done dinner; he is from Roanoke Island, says Stump is well or nearly so; Mrs. Dr. Billups called soon after and Capt. Dean about 4 o'clock; recid a note from Mrs. Coley, answered it, recid two letters from Stump, wrote one to him, and one to Mrs. W. T. Brantly; read in Second Corinthians; feel so happy to hear from Stump and hear he is well and getting on so well, all give a good report of him; Bless him O my father and bring him back safe and sound, a gentleman and a christian.

December 4th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 36, at twelve 45, at three 48, a fair day; wrote a note to Mr. T. Moon and one to Mr. Bloomfield; and a letter to Dick; recid a note from Mrs. Coley; read in second Corinthians; G. King and myself spent half an hour at Mr. M. Tuck's this afternoon; I feel very unwell and still thinking about going
to Watkinsville tomorrow.

December 5th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 52, at three 56, a cold fair day.

December 6th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 60, at three 63, a fair day.

December 7th(Saturday Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 64, at three 64, cloudy day; I left home at half after 8 o'clock the 5th called at Mr R McCree's half an hour, arrived in Watkinsville at twelve, dined and spent afternoon at night at Mr. R. Richardson's, was not well all day, had cold in my face and head; read in Psalms; Friday morning Mrs. Richardson and myself spent an hour or so at Mr. James Mayne's in Farmington; called on Mrs. Branch and came back to dinner; I was quite sick all day, with sick headache, could not sit up, so made no other visit or call; and so sick I did not read a word during the day; left there this morning at half after eight and arrived at home before eleven; was so sick I did not enjoy the visit, but feel well as usual today; read in second Corinthians; and feel so thankful to find all well, Miss R. Richardson came home with me.

December 8th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 64, at three 65, at cloudy morning, so much we feared to go to church, and some little rain; Parks Morton called this morning; read three sermons and in second Corinthians.

December 9th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 56, at twelve 71, at three a fair morning, cloudy afternoon; Mr. Mastin Tuck here this morning, General K, Miss R. and myself spent an hour or so at Capt. Dean's this afternoon; read in second Corinthians.

December 10th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 71, at three 72, a fair day; Capt. Dean and Dr. Macon here this morning; Dr. Moore called to see the sick; W. H. Puryear and Dr. Reese here this afternoon; wrote a letter to Stump and a note to Mrs. M. Clark; recid a letter from Miss Mattie Lumpkin, one from Madam Saloo, and one from Miss G. A. Ramey; read one chapter in second Corinthians; I have been quite unwell all day, suffering severely with my side and back, Bless me O my father and grant me every blessing; be pleased to remember thy promises and fulfill

December 11th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 56, at twelve 71, at three 71, a fair day; Capt. Dean here this morning; recid a letter from Mrs. T. Hundley and one from Mrs. S. E. Sessions; read in Galatians; Bless us O my father and grant us every needful blessing;

December 12th(Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 46, at three 50, a fair day; I think no one has been in the house today; read in Galatians, wrote a letter to Mrs. R. Richardson.

December 13th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 48, at three 45, a fair day; several called; wrote a letter to Mrs. T. Hundley, read in Galatians; the sick all seem better; I feel much better.

December 14th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 52, at three 56, a cloudy day though we have had sun nearly all day, but cloudy, killed four hogs and two beeves last night, fear it is too warm for it, but hope it will be colder before day; wrote a note to Mrs. Barnard, recid an answer; read through Ephesians; Bless me O my father and teach me how to act, do not leave me or forsake me; O bless me and direct me, I have no one to call on, no one to befriend me, do thou be my guide, my help and lead me in right paths, Capt Dean took supper with us O for a heart submissive meek, My dear Redeemer' s throne, Where only Christ is heard to speak, And Jesus reigns alone."

December 15th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 56, at three 59, a fair day, Randolph being sick we could not go to church; read one sermon this morning and one since supper; read through Philippians, Colossians, and first Thessalonians.

December 16th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 38, at twelve 52, at three 56, a fair day, Mr. and Mrs. Giles Jennings called this morning; wrote a letter to Miss Mattie Lumpkin, one to Mrs. Sarah Fergerson and one to John B. Cox; read in second Thessalonians; I feel much better today.

December 17th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 33, at twelve 58, at three 60, a fair day, Capt. Dean, Dr. Moore and W. Mayne here today; Rough was riding and fell or jumpt off and broke his arm or wrist; General King happened to pass and took him in the buggie and brought him home, we sent for the Dr. and met him near the house, he seems to be restless and suffer some, read in second Thessalonians.

December 18th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 37, at twelve 60, at three __, a fair day; Col. J. Billups called this morning, Capt. Dean and Willie Dean spent an hour or so here; R. Richardson called, Mr. A. Johnson, his sister and Miss F. Dawson here tonight, recid a letter from Mrs. F. Jones, and a note from Col. Billups, wrote to Stump today; read one chapter in first Timothy.

December 19th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 37, at twelve 60, at three 63, a fair day; Dr. Moore called to see Rough's wrist; Col. Billups called this morning, Bec went with the girls to Mrs. Morton's this morning; commenced a letter to Miss G. A Ramey, read in first Timothy; the sick all seem better.

December 20th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 59, at three 60, a fair day; Mr. Michel spent the day here pruning my vines; Mr. J. Morton called this afternoon; R. Richardson here tonight, came to go home with the girls tomorrow; recid a letter from Dick, pleased to hear from him and that they are all well; read in first Timothy; feel very anxious to hear from Stump, notice in today's papers that his Reg. have removed to Portsmouth, feel gratified at that; I can now hear from him more regularly. Bless my poor darling boys.

December 21st (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 47, at twelve 56, at three 58, a fair day; my company all left this morning, Mr. Whitman here this afternoon, wrote a letter to Miss G. A. Ramey; read in first Timothy, feel very sad and very much disappointed, O grant that those letters may come on Monday.

December 22nd (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve38, at three 38, a cold rainy day, wind from the east; and still raining I think nearly cold enough to sleet; so of course could not go to church read two sermons and through second Timothy, Titus, Philemon and commenced Hebrews; so have enjoyed the day at home as I could not attend church, bless us O my father and grant us every blessing, dont leave me or forsake me in this great trial, help me through safely.

December 23rd (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 36, at twelve 42, at three 40, a fair cold windy day; Mr. Brawner and Dr. Standford here this afternoon; wrote a letter to Dick, read in Hebrews and James, feel very much disappointed that I did not receive a letter from Stump, Bless us O my father and remember our wants and necessities.

December 24th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 28, at twelve 44, at three 46, a fair cold day, Capt. Dean and Dr. Standford here this afternoon; read in James; heard from Stump, not by letter, but by one of the company that is in town, he says he is not entirely recovered from the mumps, poor fellow, wish he was here to have some attention; Bless him O my father and grant him every needful blessing; teach him to resist every temptation and keep him from every evil; Bless me, donot leave or forsake me. Help me through this one more great and terrible difficulty.

December 25th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 30, at twelve 49, at three 54, a fair still day. christmas day and I think no one has been here, not even a negro; dont think I ever passed such an one; finished reading through James, through first and second Peter, first, second and third John, Jude and two chapters in Revelations; wrote a letter to Stump, recid a note from Mrs. M. A. Hardin, read two sermons. I feel sad and disappointed. Bless me O my father and grant my request.

December 26th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 38, at twelve 56, at three 58, a fair day; some travelers here tonight; read in Revelations; feel very much wearied tonight, slept but little last night and none today; and been busy all day untill near ten o'clock tonight finishing my nubia[?];

December 27th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 49, at twelve 56, at three 60, a fair day, Mr. J. Hale and his brother here this morning; just about sundown Dick's little son and negro man came, did not expect them so was overjoyed to see the child, bless his little heart he feels so near to me; recid a letter from Stump this morning, he seems well
and lively; wrote to him this afternoon; recid a letter from Dick; read in Revelations.

December 28th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 34, at twelve 48, at three 52, a fair day; Mr. A. Johnson and Miss R. Richardson came about twelve o'clock; read in Revelations. Been troubled and wearied today thinking about Dick, poor dear boy if he could only know how much and how often I think of him, but it is no less true than strange that children so soon forget their parents, bless my children O my father and grant them every needful blessing.

29th December(Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 38, at twelve 46, at three 56, a coudy [cloudy] dark morning; a bright afternoon W Dean came this morning; here now, Capt. Dean and wife and Mrs. J. Morton and daughter here this afternoon; read in Revelations; such an unlikely morning we did not go to church; and I have been up all day, feel wearied.

December 30th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 58, at three 60, a fair day; Mr. J. Morton and others called; recid a letter from Dick, read in Revelations.

December 31st (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 33, at twelve ___, at three ___, a fair day, Mrs. Hill called this morning, also Capt. Dean; General King Bic and myself spent the day at Mr. J. Morton's; recid a letter from Stump, Bless his dear heart; wrote to Dick; read in Revelations. This is my birthday, fifty-one today, and I do feel so truly thankful that I have been spared to see this day, so many younger and better than myself been taken during the past year and yet I am spared; I do thank thee gracious father for thy great and merciful kindness towards me, I thank thee that we have had no death during the year, and but few accidents and misfortunes of a serious nature; the war has thrown a gloom over our happy land, and scarcity of money and provisions make times dull and hard, but I feel truly thankful that we are not worse off than we are, and acknowledge that we have many more blessings than we deserve; Be pleased to continue thy loving kindness towards us and bless us; I have done more work this year than usual (for the soldier's, every one old and young nearly are and have been at work for them) therefore have read less than usual; only read 2,346 pages this year, made 135 visits and calls; 96 different ladies have been here this year; we have made bread enough to spare to do us another year, and be pleased to grant that no accident or misfortune may befall us; only heard 16 sermons this year.

1862

January 1st (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 60, at three 62, a fair day, Capt. Dean called this morning; recid a letter from Miss G. A. Ramey and a note from Dick; commenced the Bible, read in Genesis and now I thank thee heavenly father that thou hast permitted me to live to see the beginning of a new year, grant I may live a new life, grant me double portion of thy spirit, let me be filled with thy spirit and be led by it, and let it be manifest to all and particularly to myself that I am a child of God and an heir of glory, help me through this year do not leave me, do not forsake me, but be my guide and counselor, grant me every blessing thou seest I need, deny me every evil, and teach me to resist every temptation; bless my poor children and grant them every blessing grant that they may be sober, truthful, hones and upright in all their dealings and O grant that they may [be] a credit and a comfort to me in my old age; bless all my servants and grant them health and contentment during the year, grant that we may have no death, no sickness, no fire, no storm, and no accidents or misfortunes during the year, but be pleased to watch over and protect us, let each of us put our trust in thee, love thee, and serve thee with our whole heart, soul and strength, and let us grow in grace and in favour with God and man, and now Jet me ask one more boon, grant me an answer of peace in this great and heavy trial be pleased to help me through safely, thou and thou only art my guide, my protector, my saviour; fix it so that I will feel perfectly satisfied that I am acting according to thy will and that thou wilt bless us and grant us peace and happiness.

January 2nd (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 62, at three 64, cloudy nearly all day; Mr. Winter here this morning, Mr. A. Johnson and R. Richardson came while we were at dinner, Mr. Johnson here now; read in Genesis; several complaining today. O that that letter would come.

January 3rd (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 50, at three 52, a cloudy day, occasionally a mist; Mr. Johnson left this morning for the seat of war, it makes me feel sad to part with any one that leaves for the army, so uncertain if we ever meet again; read in Genesis; Mr. Winters here today; wrote a note to Mr. Hemphill, recid an answer, wrote a letter to Mr. J. D. Ramey and one to Dick. My father has been dead 25 years yesterday.

January 4th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 49, at twelve 60, at three 62, a cloudy day, several showers of rain, and now raining; Mr. and Mrs. John White here this afternoon; wrote a note to Mr. N. L. Barnard; read in Genesis; wrote a letter to Stump; several complaining, but all up.

January 5th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 40, at three 38, rainy day; so cold and rainy we could not go to church; regret it very much particularly as it is the first sabbath in the year, wrote a note to Dr. Moore and sent up for him but he was not at home; read in Genesis and two sermons. Be pleased gracious father to give me an answer thou knowest my heart the secret recesses of my heart, be pleased to help me through this great difficulty.

January 6th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 50, at three 50, a fair day though it was a dark cloudy morning untill after sunrise; Capt. Dean here today; wrote a note to Mrs. Clancy, recid a answer, wrote a letter to Ramy A Story for the Capt. read in Genesis, feel disappointed that I did not hear from Stump, Bless us and make us do thy will.

January 7th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 30, at twelve 44, at three 47, a fair day; Miss R. Richardson and myself went to town this morning, called at General Frierson's, Miss R. then called on Mrs. Vincent, I called at Dr. Ware's, both dined and spent the afternoon at Mr. Clancy's, I called a few minutes at M1. N. L. Barnard's came home after sundown, cold and fatigued, read in Genesis; recid at note from Mr. Nunn.

January 8th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 38, at twelve 38, at three 40, a cloudy day and now raining; killed five hogs or rather sent the negroes up above Athens to kill them yesterday, they came home this afternoon, thought it best to cut out tonight and salt tomorrow; but as it is raining I fear it will be too warm and close for it; recid a letter from Mr. J. D. Ramy, wrote one to Mrs. S. Richardson; read in Genesis.

January 9th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 38, at twelve 44, at three 48, a cloudy dark day with occasional showers; and I fear too warm for our meat, Capt. Dean here today; read in Genesis feel disappointed that I did not get a letter from Stump; hope he is not sick. O bless my poor dear children and grant them every blessing.

January 10th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 61, at three 62, a cloudy day, though we had some little sun; Mr. Hill here this morning; wrote a letter to Mrs. S. E. Sessions, read in Genesis, wrote a note to Dr. Moore.

January 11th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 60, at three 60, a foggy cloudy day with some little rain or sprinkles; Bee and myself spent an hour or two at Mr. T. Moore's this morning; the first time I have called on her since she moved in the country; Rough came home tonight and says Dick's people are well, give me a note from Dick; wrote a letter to Stump, feel very much disappointed that I did not receive one from him; read in Genesis; recid a note from R. Richardson, surely there is no happiness on earth. "Are there no foes for me to face? Must I not stem the flood? Is this vile world a friend to grace? To help me on to God?"

January 12th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve__, at three 74, a cloudy damp close morning, thought it would rain before twelve, but it became clear and windy before eleven, and continued so untill night, some clouds now, we declined going to church on that account, and I feel that perhaps it was best; a few minutes after eleven they sent for General King and myself to Mr. Grahams's, we went as soon as we could and found Mr. Graham dead, I suppose a fit; I came home after sundown, the General came home to dinner, and went over after supper, came home about nine o'clock, I have not not rested any today, and feel very much wearied, Capt. Dean here this morning, Dr. Moore here this afternoon; read one sermon this morning, and in Genesis; Be pleased O
my father to teach us so to number our days that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom; death is the only certain and at the same time the most uncertain thing in existence, O that all could learn wisdom and be ready at any and every moment to meet our God.

January 13th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 63, at three 62, a cloudy day, now windy and I hope will be clear and cold in the morning; all of us went to Mrs. Graham's to the funeral, heard Dr. Church preach from the 13th verse of the 4 chapter of James, came home to dinner; recid a letter from Stump, so glad to hear he is well, wrote one to Robert Richardson, Miss Puryear and Miss Acock here today; read in
Genesis

January 14th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 38, at three 36, a rainy cold day, and now at nine o'clock sleeting; wrote a letter to Dick, bless him O my father and grant that he may be a gentleman and a christian, Bless us all and grant us every good thou seest we need and keep us from every evil; read in Genesis

January 15th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 34, at twelve 35, at three 36, another rainy day, the trees covered with sleet this morning, still cloudy, recid a letter form Mrs. S. E. Sessions, wrote a note to Mr. J. Turner, read in Genesis.

January 16th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 54, at three 57, a fair day. Mr. Joe Morton, Dr. Moore and others here today; we engaged some pork to be brought back when cold enough, they sent it tonight, I fear it is too warm for it, wrote a note to Mr. Mitchel and one to Capt. Dean; read in Genesis.

January 17th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 39, at twelve 42, at three 48, a cloudy day, some rain; I spent about three hours at Mrs. Graham's this morning; Capt Dean here today; wrote a letter to Mr. T. M. Daniel and a note to Mr. J. Turner; read a letter from Mr. J.M. Reley (N.O.), one from Mrs. L. Lanier (Mont Vale) and one from Mrs. W. T.
Brantly (Augusta), read in Genesis thirty six years today since I was married and O the changes, the troubles, the trials and difficulties I have had to encounter, and yet in all, God has not forsaken me; nearly every relative I had has been taken and it has pleased him to spare me; bless me O my father and help me through this one more great and
heavy trial, dont leave or forsake me, but show me thy will, and make me do according to thy will.

January 18th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 50, at three 52, a cloudy day, no sun at all; Capt. Dean and others called; wrote a letter to Mrs. Lucy Lanier and one to Stump; recid one from the agent of the Southern Mutual Insurance Company S. C., one from John Cox, Ala, and one from Mr. G. Tanner, Monroe; read in Genesis.

January 19th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 59, at twelve 66, at three 70, a cloudy day, some sun this afternoon; Mr. H, Brittian and wife here this afternoon, read two sermons, and in Exodus; recid a note from Billy Dean and wrote one to Dr. Moore also recid one from W. Carr.

January 20th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 71, at three 71, cloudy day, little or no sun, and some hard rains since supper; Mr. Joe Morton here today; wrote a letter to Mrs. J. H. James, and have been busy all day fixing up a lot of flowers and fruit trees for her; feel relieved that they are gone; wrote a note to the Express agent, recid a letter from Stump, he seems well and cheerful; read in Exodus.

January 21st (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 63 at three 63 a cloudy day though we have had some sun, Capt. Dean called at the gate, wrote a note to Mr J I Colt; read in Exodus; Been busy dying all day, but so little sun I could not do much.

January 22nd (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 50, at three 54, a cloudy day with some wind; and now high wind, and still cloudy; Dr. Standford and others called; heard this morning that Mr. J. Morton's little girl had broken her arm; so Bee and myself rode down there this afternoon, found it so, but she seems lively and well; Mrs. M. was in bed, but got up soon as we got there, and seemed lively and gay; came home about sundown; read in Exodus. This day thirty-five years ago we moved here, eat dinner here; Mr. G. and myself and one babe, his father and mother, and Gen. King, now all dead but G. King and myself, so many changes have taken place.

January 23rd (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 44, at three 42, another cold rainy, windy day; General King and myself spent an hour or so at Mrs. Graham's this morning; Dr. Standford and others called, wrote a note to R. Richardson, read in Exodus.

January 24th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 43, at three 44, another cloudy cold day, with some rain; W. Mayne here this morning; read in Exodus.

January 25th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 56, at three 56, a bright, cool, windy [day] I believe no one has been in the house today; recid a letter from Mrs. S. E. James, and a note from R. Richardson; read in Exodus.

January 26th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 34, at twelve 50, at three 52, a bright fair day, but the roads so bad we did not go to church; read two sermons and some in Exodus and commenced Leviticus.

January 27th(Monday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 54, at three 57, a cloudy day; Mrs. S. E. Mayne spent the day here, Mrs. Hill and others called; Dr. Standford here this morning; recid a letter from Stump, poor fellow has not recid a letter from me for some time, and feels restless about it; read in Leviticus.

January 28th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 55, at three 60, a cloudy day; Dr. Moore called this morning; read in Leviticus; been busy all day, attending to warping some cloth, the family in usual health.

January 29th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 68, at three 70, a cloudy day, with considerable wind and some rain since dark; Mr. J. Morton here this morning; W. H. Morton came just as we were done supper. give me a letter from Stump, I was overjoyed to see him, he is looking well and says Stump looks well; recid a letter from Mr. T. M. Daniel; wrote one to Mrs. W. T. Brantly, read in Leviticus, my side has
troubled me some again today .

January 30th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 63, at twelve 59, at three 67, a rainy morning; cloudy afternoon; wrote a note to Mr. Mitchel this morning, recid an answer; then wrote a letter to Mr. Daniel, concluded to go to see Mr. Mitchel, went soon after dinner, after seeing him concluded not to send the letter to Mr. D., feel very much
dejected as Mr. M. thinks I cannot settle up the estate in some months perhaps years; called on Mrs. Stone and came home after dark, read m Leviticus; recid a letter from R. Richardson, feel very much fatigued.

January 31st (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 48, at three 50, another rainy day; Capt. Dean spent the morning here, G. Graham here this afternoon, Bee and myself spent an hour or more at Mrs. Graham's this morning, Rough here tonight, read in Leviticus.

February 1st (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 45, at twelve 52, at three 56, a cloudy morning, some sun this afternoon; read one Psalm.

February 2nd (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 50, at three 48, another rainy day; so unpleasant and the roads so bad we could not go to church, read two sermons and in Leviticus, enjoyed the day very much, considering I could not go to church.

February 3rd (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 40, at three 40, another rainy day; no one been in the house today; read in Numbers, wrote several notes today; feel disappointed that I did not hear from Dick.

February 4th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 58, at three 60, a fair day after the morning; several called; wrote a note to Mrs. Martha Clark, recid a letter from Dick, poor dear boy, all the time writing for something, wonder if he never will do anything; read in Numbers; wrote a letter to Mrs. S. E. Sessions; I feel better satisfied with my cloth today, and feel so truly thankful that it is so much better than I expected.

February 5th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 43, at twelve 47, at three 52, a cloudy day, some little rain; recid a letter from Stump; wrote one to Dick, wrote a note to Mrs. M. Graham; read in Numbers; Bless us O my father and help us to do right, be pleased to help me through this difficulty, just now be pleased to hear and answer me.

February 6th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve__, at three 50, another rainy day; and from twelve untill now a pretty hard rain; wrote a note to W. H. Morton, recid an answer; read in Numbers, and finished my letter to Stump, two years today since Mr. G. died and the weather very similar.

February 7th(Friday) Thermometer this morning at 53, at twelve 57, at three 58, another rainy day, though the sun shone out a few minutes this afternoon; W. H. Morton here this morning, Capt. Dean spent the morning , dined and spent part of the afternoon with us; read in Numbers; recid a letter from Mrs. S. E. Sessions, and one from Phinizy & Clayton, a letter to Miss G. A. Ramey.

February 8th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 54 at twelve 58, at three 58, another rainy day, several called; wrote a letter to Mr. M. C. Roberts and one to Mssrs. Phinizy & Clayton; and a note to Mr. T. Crawford and one to Mrs. J. Thomas; recid answers; read in Numbers. This day two years ago Mr. G. was buried; Bless me O my father and help me through this great difficulty, if it be thy will it should be, be pleased to grant it _[?] without any trouble or difficulty, if not be pleased to frustrate all our designs; thou art able to bring to naugh all our intention and if it will be right and best for all concerned be pleased to bless and help us through safely, if not bring it to naught.

February 9th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 48, at three 50, a cloudy day but no rain since daylight, read in Numbers and one sermon.

February 10th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 49, at three 52, a fair day, the sun looks cheerful and new; Mr. Joseph Morton here this afternoon, wrote a note to Mr. Bishop and one to D. King, recid one from Mrs. C. M. Franklin; read in Numbers; Bless me O my father and help me through this great difficulty; Bless or frustrate it according to thy will.

February 11th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 32, at twelve 53, at three__, a fair cold windy day; Mr. and Mrs. L. R. L. Jennings spent the day here; Mr. Kirk Patrick and Dr. Moore here this afternoon; wrote a note to Mrs. M. Franklin this morning; read in Numbers; G. King and myself were married this afternoon; and now be pleased O my father to bless and direct us; let us love each other and try to make each other happy, and grant that we may henceforth serve thee with pure undivided hearts, and the remainder of our lives be spent in thy service, let us try to make the children happy, and grant that we may all live right and act right, let the children be satisfied and treat us right, and if we and the children can only live happily I will not only be satisfied, but truly thankful; and grant that the servants may do right and get on without trouble or difficulty.

February 12th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 38, at twelve 62, at three 63, another fair day; no one has called today; wrote a note to Miss S. E. Frierson and one to Mr. Wilson, read in Numbers, I have felt very unwell all day not having slept well last night, the rest in usual health.

February 13th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 4J, at twelve 64, at three 66, a fair day; Mrs. S. Mayne and W. Mayne here this morning, Mr. J. Morton here this afternoon, read in Numbers; recid a letter from Stump, and tho feel so bad, poor fellow he is expecting every moment to be sent to N.C. again and he is they will surely have some hard fighting. Bless him O my father and bring him back safe and sound; also recid a letter from Miss G. A. Ramey and one from Mr. J. D. Ramey; wrote a note to Dr. King.

February 14th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 61, at three 62, a cloudy day, some little rain; Capt. Dean here this afternoon; wrote a letter to Mr. J. D. Ramey, a note to Mr. T. Crawford, and one to Mr. Williams; read in Numbers.

February 15th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 45 at three 45 another rainy day; wrote a letter to Miss G. A. Ramey and one to Mrs. C. M. Galaway; read in Numbers. Bless us O my father and grant us every blessing; help us to love and to serve thee.

February 16th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 40, at three 39 another rainy day, read two sermons, and in Numbers, it is still rainy and quite cold.

February 17th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 35, at twelve 36, at three 35, another rainy day, rained all night last night and all day today and pretty hard too; recid a note from G. Graham this morning; read in Numbers; another great victory in Tennessee, teach us O Lord to thank thee with our whole hearts for thy great and merciful kindness towards us.

February 18th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 44, at three 46. Another rainy day; recid a note from Mrs. M. C. Franklin, a letter from Mr. M. C. Roberts and one from Mr. J. D. Ramey, read in Numbers, heard bad discouraging news from the war tonight, sincerely hope it may not be true; bless us O my father and grant us the victory.

February 19th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 54, at three _, a cloudy day, no rain untill sundown then a hard rain; Mr. L. R. L. Jennings called this morning, Dr. Moore here this afternoon; recid a note from Mr. A. Grant, wrote a letter to Mr. J. D. Ramey, one to Mrs. S. E. James, and one to Mrs. S. E. Sessions; read in Numbers; noticed in the paper that the company Stump was in was in another battle, Be pleased O my father to watch over and protect my boy, shield him in the hour of danger and keep him from death and sickness and bring him home a gentleman and a christian.

February 20th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 58, at three 60, a fair day, seems strange but cheerful to see the sun; Capt. Dean spent the morning here; wrote a letter to Stump, a note to Mr. A. Grant, one to Mr. Williams and one to Miss Frierson, recid a letter from Mrs. T. Hundly, one from Mr. M. C. Roberts and one from Dick, read in Numbers, several complaining.

February 21st (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 39, at twelve 50, at three 50, a cloudy day, no rain but some little mist; Mrs. Joe Morton and her daughter spent the day here, Mrs. Tuck and Miss M. Tuck here this evening; wrote a letter to Dick, recid a note from Miss S. E. Frierson, read in Numbers, feel very much wearied not having slept today.

February 22nd (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 48, a twelve 66, a three 70, a cloudy day though we have had some sun; Miss R. Richardson left this morning, feel her absence, she has been much company for me, and I love her very much indeed; wrote a letter to Mr. M. Roberts, read in Deuteronomy, recid a note from Miss Richardson after she went home.

February 23rd (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 58, a twelve 71, at three 73, a beautiful bright day; but the ground very wet and the roads almost impassable; so did not go to church; several called at the gate but no one in the house; read two sermons, and in Deuteronomy, have been a little troubled today, bless and forgive me O my father "Are there no foes for me to face" Must I not stem the flood? Is this vile world a friend to grace, To help me on to God?"

February 24th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 59, at twelve 59, at three 60, a fair day; Mrs. M. Marr came this morning, here now; read in Deuteronomy, have not felt well all day, and not having slept well, feel very much wearied tonight.

February 25th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 38, at twelve 51, at three 55, a fair day, Mrs. Marr left this morning, recid a letter from Mrs. A J. Porter, wrote a note to Dr. Moore, and one to Mr. J. Turner; read in Deuteronomy.

February 26th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 44, at three 48, a rainy day; George Graham here this afternoon; wrote a letter to Mrs. A J. Porter, recid one from Mrs. Sue James; read in Joshua; Caroline been in bed two days, I have scarcely been able to be up today.

February 27th(Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 60, at three 63, a fair day; Dr. Standford here twice today; wrote a note to Mrs. C. M. Franklin and one to Mr. John Turner, recid a letter from Dick answered it; read in Joshua; Dick writes he is going to volunteer. Be pleased O my father to bless my dear dear boys, watch over them in sickness and in health, shield them from every danger and bring them back safe and sound, gentlemen and christians.

February 28th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 60, at three 64, Capt. Dean and G. Graham here this afternoon; recid a letter from Mr. J. D. Ramey, a note from Mr. J. Turner, and one from Mrs. M. C. Franklin, read in Joshua. No letter from Stump yet, do wish I could hear from him, I know something is the matter someway.

March 1st (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 60, at three 64, a cloudy day, Capt. J. Dean here this morning; read in Joshua; I have been in bed all day with sick headache; no letter from Stump yet. I feel very anxious about him, Bless him O my father and keep him from every evil and every harm's recid a note from Mrs. Green Turner tonight.

March 2nd (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 45, at three 48, rained some little untill twelve oclock, and cloudy all day; and a hard rain about sundown with thunder, read in Joshua and two sermons. I have felt much better today, the rest in usual health.

March 3rd (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 53, at three 46, a rainy day with considerable wind and some snow, G. Graham here this morning read in Judges; all in usual health, recid a letter from Mr T M Daniel but none from Stump, feel pleased to hear from Mr. D and his wife, and if Stump were sick he would have heard it, but feel very restless about him.

March 4th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 50, at three 54, fair day

March 5th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 50, at three 52, fair and windy.

March 6th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 28, at twelve 50, at three cloudy with snow in the afternoon, wind high, a very unpleasant day.

March 7th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 25, at twelve 41, at three 44, fair and cold

March 8th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 26, at twelve 44, at three 53, a fair day

March 9th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 48, at three 62, a fair day

March 10th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 60, at three__, a rainy day; I was taken sick the 4th with cramp colic, have been in bed untill today and not able to be up only a few minutes at a time, have suffered severely all the time and now far from well, read a chapter one or twice perhaps three days since I have been sick; Capt. Dean has been here several times, Col Billups twice, Florence Frierson staid three days with me; Mrs. J. Morton, Mrs. P. Morton, Mr. P. Morton, Mrs. S. Phinizy, Mrs. Crane and others have called, Dr. Moore has been to see me, recid a letter from Stump, one from Dick, one from Mr. J. D. Ramey, one from Mrs. C. M. Galaway and several notes; have today written one to Mr. Ramey, one to Stump and one to Dick, wrote part in bed, they were on business and were obliged to be answered, feel a little disappointed that I did not receive a letter from Stump tonight, read one chapter in Judges.

March 11th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 49, at twelve 64, at three 69, a fair day; Dr. Standford here this morning, Col. Billups here this afternoon; wrote a note to Mr. Williams, a letter to Miss R. Richardson and one to Mrs. C. M. Galaway, read one chapter in Judges; I feel much better today; but anxious to hear from Stump.

March 12th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 61, at three 62, a cloudy day, wrote a letter to Lieut. Daniel, and one to Mrs. T. Handley; read in Judges, I felt much better this evening but was in the garden too much and feel worsted by it.

March 13th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 54, at three 62, a rainy day. Mr. Hawk and Capt. Dean here today, read in Judges, still no letter from Stump.

March 14th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 58, at three 62, a rainy day; wrote a note to Mrs. T. M. Daniel; read in Judges. No letter from either of the children yet, feel anxious to hear from both1.

March 15th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 59, at twelve 60, another rainy day; Lieut. T. M. Daniel and wife spent the day here, G. Williams and G. Graham here this afternoon, commenced a letter to Stump; read in Judges; no letter from either of the children yet, Bless them O my father and keep them from every evil.

March 16th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 56, at three 60, a cloudy day, but no rain, Capt. Dean here this morning; Read in Judges, through Ruth, and commenced first Samuel; read three sermons; Capt. Dean let me see a letter from his son who says Stump is well, or was last Sunday, we are all in usual health.

March 17th(Monday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 64, at three 66, a fair day, Col. J. Billups and Mr. L.R.L. Jennings here this morning, read in first Samuel; wrote a note to Mr. Wilson and one to Mrs. Williamson rec'd answers, rec'd a note from Mrs. C.P. Morton answered it. Still no letter from either child.

March 18th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 44, at twelve 64, at three 66, a fair day. Capt. J. Dean here twice, Mrs. W. Morton Junior, Miss M. White and Miss Sawyer here this morning, D. Standford here this afternoon; Rec'd a letter from Stump and a note from Gertie Ramy; read in first Samuel. Give a blanket to a soldier this evening, God grant he may return safe and sound.

March 19th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 59, at twelve 55, at three 52, a rainy day some hard showers; Read in first Samuel; Rec'd a letter from Mr. J. D. Ramy this morning and one from him again tonight; The war news tonight is discouraging, bless us O my father and grant we may not be_[?]; grant every every victory I mean if we are obliged to fight grant us the victory every battle, but I would that we could have no more fighting, but have peace and plenty from the rising to the setting of the sun.

March 20th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 56, at twelve 60, at three 66, a cloudy day with occasional showers; Col. J. Billups called, Mr. Philips here this morning; wrote a note to Ralph and one to Miss S. E. Frierson. Received answers, rec'd one also from Mrs. E. Williamson, Read in first Samuel; no letter from Dick yet, poor dear boy wish I could know just where he is and what doing.

March 21st (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 55, at three 52, a bright morning cloudy again before twelve o'clock and now looks more like snow then anything else; wrote a note to Miss S. E. Frierson, rec'd one from Rough, rec' d a letter from Stump and one from Dick, all well Dick is expecting to go to the war, and Stump says he will
not stay at home while there is a Yankee on Southern soil; and that he can't see how a true southern man can, read in first Samuel; rec'd a sermon from Mr. L. R. L. Jennings.

March 22nd (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 40, at twelve 46 at three 45 a cloudy day, some little rain and some little snow, Capt. Dean, Miss Maryweather Tuck and Miss Virginia Tuck here this afternoon, wrote a letter to Dick, a note to Rough and one to Miss S. E. Frierson, read in First Samuel, feel very much worried and depressed tonight

March 23rd (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 38, at twelve 57, at three 50, a cloudy day very little sun, and several showers of snow, G. Graham here this morning; Read in first Samuel; a sermon this morning by H. H. Tucker in Milledgeville; and one of Spurgeon's tonight.

March 24th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 33, at twelve 48, at three 49, a fair cold day; Mr. Mastin Tuck and Capt. Dean here during the day; wrote a note to Rough and a letter to Stump; read in Second Samuel.

March 25th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 38, at twelve 60, at three 62, a fair day; Col. J. Billups here this afternoon; Read in Second Samuel; wrote a letter to Miss G. A. Ramey; and a note to Mrs. M. Whitman.

March 26th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 58, at three 70, a cloudy day, but some sun, no rain but thunder, now heavy thunder as though we would have rain; Mr. Joe Morton here today, several called at the gate, wrote a note to Mrs. M. Whitman rec'd two from her, read in Second Samuel.

March 27th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 56, at three 60, a cloudy morning, a fair afternoon; Mr. McDonald here today rec'd a note from Mr. W. N. White, and one from Miss S. E. Frierson; read in Second Samuel.

March 28th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 42, at twelve 64, at three_ a fair day, several called; wrote a letter to Miss S. E. Frierson, one to Mrs. S. D. Mayne and one to R. Richardson; and a note to D. R. D. Moore; the General rec'd a letter from Dick his company he joined has declined going, but he does not wish to be disappointed and wrote asking him to see if he could get him in a company here, it seems better my children are determined to go, Read in Second Samuel; have been writing so steady the last hour myhand pains me I must stop.

March 29th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 74, at three 77, a cloudy morning, bright afternoon, Rough, Oto and myself rode up to the Georgia Factory this afternoon, wrote a letter to Dick, Read in Second Samuel; rec' d a note from Miss S. E. Frierson Be pleased gracious to bless and direct my poor children, teach them to resist temptation and keep them from every evil.

March 30th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 74, at three 81, a fair day, Mr. and Mrs. Giles Jennings spent an hour or two with us this morning, William Dean dined here, Capt. Dean spent the afternoon here; Read one sermon, finished Second Samuel and commenced first Kings, this has been such a beautiful day, I have thought so often of going to church; but could not; I have had some headache all day, and feel quite unwell now, but have enjoyed reading only when I was compelled to entertain company.

March 31st (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 56, at twelve at three a fair day; The General and myself spent the day at Capt. Dean's consequently did not notice the thermometer only at sunrise; Read in first Kings; Just two years today since mother died; and so many changes have taken place since that time; feel a little disappointed that I did not receive a letter from Stump tonight.

April the 1st (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 73, at three_ a fair day, Miss Anna Billups and Susan Taylor here this afternoon; Read in First Kings, wrote a letter to Mrs. S. E. Sessions; have been reading the papers untill I can scarcely see to write.

April 2nd (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve__, at three a dark cloudy morning indeed we have had but little sun all day; a cloud and thunder about sundown, but no rain; the General and myself went to Mr. Joe Morton's about nine o'clock came home about 4 o'clock; spent a very pleasant day, Miss Anna Billups and two of her nieces here this afternoon; Rec'd a letter from Stump, he is at Portsmouth, nearer home, and as the time draws high for him to return I want to see him more and more, bless him O my father and bring him back safe and sound a gentleman and a christian; wrote a letter to him and sent it up when I rec'd his; read in First Kings.

April 3rd (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 65, at twelve 76, at three 79, a cloudy morning some thunder but no rain; Mrs. J. Morton and Capt. Dean here this morning; Mr. Hill here this afternoon, D. Standford here this morning, wrote a letter to M. W. H. Turpin and wrote a letter to Mrs. D. Carlton; Read in first Kings, have some headache tonight.

April 4th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve and three absent; Col J. Billups and others called today; Mrs. Graham called at the gate this evening; The General and myself spent the day at Joel Morton's, very pleasantly only a damp rainy day, I think I took cold, feel quite unwell tonight; Rece'd a letter from Dick he left yesterday for Virginia as a volunteer, now all my children are in the war; O my father be pleased to bless and direct them, bring them back gentlemen and christians, Read in first Kings.

April 5th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 72, at three 77, a fair day; though we had good rain about ten o clock; I believe no one has been in the house today; read in first Kings.

April 6th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 66, at three 70, a fair day, considerable wind, W. Hodgson here this ev'g [ evening], Rough been here all day; Read one sermon and in first Kings. "Are there no foe for me to face? Must I not stem the flood? Is this vile world a friend to grace To help me on to God."

April 7th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 64, at three_ a cloudy day, some little rain, D. Moore and others called, Read in Psalms rec'd a letter from Mrs. T A Handly Begin to feel very anxious to hiar [hear] from Stump. Read in Second Kings

April 8th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 72, at three 70, a cloudy day, very little sun, and several showers of rain, now raining; Col Billups his daughter and granddaughter, Mr. N. L. Barnard his wife and children spent the day here; I hope they enjoyed it, I did very much indeed; Rec'd a letter from Mr. J. D. Ramy one from Mrs. S. E. Sessions telling me of the death of her grandmother, and then[?] her brother's sickness, also one from Dick, poor fellow he is feeling the seperation from home and friends, he is in Wilmington on his way to the war; we also rec'd news tonight of another great victory, think it will surely change the face of affairs very much hope now the roads will be opened and we can get meat, molasses and sugar; for if we do not have it more cheap and plenty every one must suffer; read in Second Kings.

April 9th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 63, at three 67, a cloudy day, with considerable wind particularly since sundown, and quite cool now, Read in Second Kings; wrote a letter to Mrs. S. E. Sessions. D. Standford here this afternoon, also Mr. Holder.

April 10th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 64, at three 67, a fair day, and a little cool; several called today; the General and myself rode over to Capt Dean's this afternoon, the Capt complaining; Read in Second Kings; wrote a letter to Stump.

April 11th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 59, at three 60, a cool windy day, more cloud than sun; think no one has been in the house today; Read in Second Kings; still no letter from Stump feel very anxious to hear from him; Be pleased O my father to bless my poor boys, watch over them and keep them from every evil.

April 12th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 57, at twelve 54, at three 56, a cloudy dark day, sprinkled several times; wrote a note to Miss S. E. Frierson, rec'd an answer; wrote one to Rough; heard that Stump's company were again ordered to Elizabeth city, but don't know what is the matter, suppose some fight on hand, O my father watch over and protect my darling boy, shield him in the hour of danger, and keep him from every evil; Read in Second Kings.

April 13th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 48, at twelve 50, at three 53, been raining steadily all day; Read two sermons, and in Second Kings, have enjoyed the day reading, but been very restless about Stump, feel so uneasy, Bless him O my father and keep him from every evil.

April 14th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 55, at three 61, another rainy day, rained all night last night, the ground in a float of water; Dr. Standford here this morning; Rec'd a letter from Dick dated Richmond Va; a very good letter, poor fellow he is thinking of home and friends, Bless him O my father and bring him back to me a gentleman and a christian also rec'd a note from Rough, but nothing from Stump,
Bless his dear little heart, Be pleased O my father to watch over him and keep him from eve1y evil, Rece'd a letter from Miss R. Richardson. Read in first Chronicles; "O for a heart submission meek, My dear Redeemer's throne, Where only Christ is heard to speak, And Jesus reigns alone."

April 15th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 66, at
three 72, a cloudy morning with some little rain, some sun this evening; Dr. Standford and wife come over before sundown and staid [stayed] untill bedtime I went to Athens this morning come home to dinner, spent the morning at Gen Frierson's very pleasantly, Miss Sarah Frierson came home with me; Rec'd a note from Mrs. S. E. Sessions; Read in first Chronicles.

April 16th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 73, at three 78, a cloudy day, Mr. Holder called this morning; Read in first Chronicles; heard this evening that the 3rd Reg. had volunteered for five months, I have [been] looking forward with so much pleasure to see Stump in [a] few weeks, and now perhaps I shall never see him, 0 my father be pleased to bless my poor dear children, and if can be thy will, be pleased to bring them home safe and sound, gentlemen and christians. "if I am bereaved of my children I am bereaved."

April 17th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 76, at three 78, a fair day, at least more sunshine than cloud; Miss Frierson and myself spent an hour at Mr. Mastin Tuck's this morning, then two hours at Capt Dean's, came home to dinner, Miss Frierson went home this evening, then the General and myself spent an hour at Dr. Standford's, came home about sundown; travelers here tonight; rec'd a letter from Mr. J. D. Ramey and a note from Mrs. C. M. Franklin, read in first Chronicles. The travelers are now coming in so must stop.

April 18th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 80, at three 82, a fair day; Mrs. M. Graham, Miss E. Lee and Parks Morton spent an hour or so here this morning; John Thomas and wife spent the afternoon here, two travelers (soldiers) here tonight; wrote a letter to Mr. J. D. Ramey, and one to Stump, and still no letter from him yet; poor fellow wish I could know where and what he is doing; Read in first Chronicles.

April 19th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 74, at three _, a cloudy day had several showers of rain but not heavy; Mrs. H. L. Brittain and her son spent the day here, after dinner Mrs. B. the General and myself rode over to the Capt's spent an hour or so, came back before 4 o clock, Rec'd a letter from Mrs. S. E. Sessions. Read in first Chronicles; still no letter from either child.

April 20th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 67, at twelve 76, at three 75, a cloudy, windy day, and raining since sundown; Read two sermons and in Second Chronicles. "How sweet upon this sacred day,
The best of all the seven, To cast our earthly cares away, and think of God and heaven"

April 21st (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 55, at twelve 61, at three a very unsettled day, cold and windy, cloudy part of the day, but no rain. Mr. L. R. L. Jennings here this morning, W. Mayne, G. Graham, and Mr. Crane here this afternoon; G. Graham come to say goodby, going to war again tomorrow and poor boy, he may never come back, I feel very sad when I think of it the war is not encouraging now; Rec'd a note from Miss S. E. Frierson, answered it; wrote one to Mrs. J. Thomas rec'd an answer; Read in Second Chronicles. And in all the war and hard times I have to thank God that my health and that of the family is good, don't know that we every enjoyed better health, bless us O my father and keep us from every evil.

April 22 (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 46, at twelve 58, at three 66, a fair day George Graham called again this morning to say goodby and see how all were; he is on his way tonight, and perhaps will never return, we heard tonight that the 3rd Ga Region (the one that he is going to) has had a fight and many killed, O my father grant that my two sons are safe, be pleased to watch over them and keep them from every evil, shield them in the hour of battle and bring them back safe and sound, yet I know I should not dictate, it is my sincere wish that thy will may be done on earth as that will is done in heaven, forgive a mother's anxiety, and bless us all as thou seest we need and fit and prepare us all for heaven, O when I think of a battle so many hundred nay thousand killed, and every one has left a mother or wife and children that are near and dear to them, O Lord be pleased to soothe and comfort the bereaved; be to them a husband and son, and let them feel that all things work together for good; W. Dean here this evening, read in Second Chronicles, wrote a letter to Mrs. J. H. James, and a note to Mrs. J. Thomas rec'd an answer.

April 23rd (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 76, at three 78, a fair day; Mr. Mastin Tuck here this morning, Mrs. J. Morton called at the gate morning and evening; no letter from either child; but hope from the statements in the papers that neither of them are killed, they may be wounded though, but hope not; wrote a letter to Mr. J. D. Ramey, and a note to Mrs. J. D. Thomas, rec'd an answer. Read in second Chronicles, I thank the O my father for every good and every blessing we have ever enjoyed and every evil and misery we have escaped, be pleased to continue the loving kindness towards and bless us in time and eternity.

April 24th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 79, at three a fair day; Mr. Mastin Tuck here this morning, Dr. Standford called, Rec'd a letter from Dick, he is still in Richmond; is not well, poor fellow he thinks often of me and home; bless him O my father and keep him from every evil; no letter from Stump, but have heard they were all safe, I do thank thee heavenly father for thy great and merciful kindness towards us, O keep my poor darling little boy from every danger and bring him back safe and sound to me; rec'd a note from Miss T. Frierson and one from Rough; read in Second Chronicles; I have been on my feet all day washing and arranging my flowers for summer, feel very much fatigued and some headache.

April 25th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve at three a cloudy day; Mrs. McKinly and Mrs. Lucas spent the afternoon here; wrote a letter to Dick, read in Second Chronicles now ruining.

April 26th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 54, at three 54, a rainy day; Recid [received] a letter from Mrs. J. H. James; no letter from Stump yet, O if I could only hear from both children once a week; but l know I must not repine I must just trust, for I do know that all things work together for good; and I am so thankful to think we are all well; Read in Second Chronicles.

April 27th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 50, at twelve 58, at three 64, a cloudy day; Dr. Moore here this morning to see Caroline; Read in Second Chronicles and commenced Ezra; wrote a note to Mrs. Sue James, seldom ever write on Sunday but was compelled to this time.

April 28th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 51, at twelve 61, at three 66, a cloudy day, I went to Athens at three o clock called on Mrs. J. Thomas then on Mrs. T. M. Daniel, she came home with me and is now here, wrote a note to Mr. Williams, rec'd one from Mrs. J. Thomas, Read in Psalms, no letter from Stump yet.

April 29th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 74, at three 76, a fair day; Mrs. A Graham spent an hour here this afternoon; Mrs. E. Daniel, the General and myself spent two hours at Capt Dean's this morning; wrote a letter to Mrs. S. E. James; Mrs. Daniel left this evening, Read in Ezra. No letter from Stump yet; poor dear boy, I know something beyond his control prevents his writing, O if I could only get a letter from him; It has been just one year today since he left, and if any one had told me I could have lived one year without seeing him I could not have believed it, and now have no idea when I shall see him, perhaps never, Bless us O my father and grant that we may live to meet in life, and in health, and enjoy peace and plenty once more.

April 30 (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 59, at twelve 67, at three 66, a cloudy some little rain; wrote a letter to Stump this morning, recid one from him tonight and feel so truly thankful to hear from him and to hear he is well, but poor crazy child, writes so cheerful and happy, speaks of the fight they just had as if it were play, says they expect a larger one in a few days, that they have four thousand men and can whip eighty thousand with ease, poor little goose has never been wounded yet, and God grant he never may; Read in Ezra; Be pleased O my father to bless my boys and keep them safe.

May lst (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 66, at three 70, a cloudy day some little rain ; rained all night last night; wrote a note to Mrs. J. Thomas, rec'd an answer, wrote a note to Mr. J. D. Ramey this morning, rec'd one from him tonight; Read in Nehemiah; ; Dr. Standford here this morning;

May 2nd (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 76, at three 74, a cloudy day, some little rain and considerable thunder; several called today, wrote a note to Mrs. T. M. Daniel, rec'd a letter from Mrs. J H James, Read in Nehemiah

May 3rd (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 76, at three 80, a fair day; wind unpleasant and cold; Col J. Billups and Capt Dean called this morning; The General and myself rode over to Dr. Standford's this afternoon spent two hours very pleasantly; wrote a note to D. Moore rec'd an answer; read in Nehemiah.

May 4th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 78, at three 70, a cloudy day, and several sprinkles of rain, with considerable thunder; Mr. T. Tuck, Mr. Bond and his wife and child, and G. Moore here this morning; the day too unpleasant to go to church; Read in Nehemiah through Esther and commenced Job; Mr. J. T. Hill here this afternoon; several called at the gate.

May 5th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 6 8, at three_ a rainy day; several gentlemen called during the day; wrote a note to D. Moore and one to Rough; Rec'd a letter from Mattie; Read in Job;

May 6th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 72, at three 74, a fair day, and cool all day; Dr. Moore here this morning to see the sick negroes, Mr. Parsons took breakfast with us; Mrs. Ezra Jennings, and her daughter Mrs. Tiltz spent the afternoon here, Rough came down this evening complaining, poor little fellow I feel very anxious about him; he feels that he must die every time he is unwell; Read in Job;

May 7th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 72, at three 76, a fair day; Mr. L. R. L. Jennings called this afternoon; Rough and myself went to Athens this evening called for Dr. Moore to see Rough; then called at Mr. Frierson's gate, spent an hour or so with Lieut. Daniel and lady, called a few minutes at Mrs. Hodgson' s and was nearly dark when we arrived at home; wrote a letter to Mattie, read in Job.

May 8th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 52, at twelve 76, at three 78, a fair day, and still cool; Mrs. Jennings her daughter and son in law here twice today; Mr. Whitman here this afternoon; Rough and myself went to Athens this afternoon, called on Mrs. L. R. L. Jennings and on Mrs. M. Clark, read in Job.

May 9th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 56, at twelve 76, at three 77, a cloudy day, Mrs. Yarber and Miss Connel came while we were at dinner, left about 4 o clock, Capt Dean came before they left, then Mrs. Whitman and her son, a few minutes after Mr. Barnard and his wife came so we had company all afternoon; wrote a letter to Mr. W. H. Turpin; and one to Mr. Whitman; Read in Job.

May 10th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 58, at twelve 80, at three 82, a fair day; several called; Rec'd a letter from Stump, poor fellow he seems to feel sad at the thought of staying two years longer, perhaps never to return Bless him O my father and bring him back safe and sound in peace, and let us live in peace and the remainders of our lives; no letter from Dick yet; wrote a note to Miss Frierson Rec'd an answer; Read in Job. The sick better.

May 11th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 59, at twelve 85, at three 86, a fair day, and we would like to have a light ruin, but not our will, let thine be done; Dr. Standford and others here this morning, Park Morton here this afternoon to say goodby will leave for the war tomorrow, Mr. Lewis and another gentleman spent the afternoon here; Read in Job, and one sermon. Finished and directed my letters to Stump for Parks to take with him;

May 12th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 75, at three_ a foggy morning, bright afternoon, Capt Dean spent the morning here, Mr. Standford and Miss Brawner here this afternoon; Read in Job and Psalms; heard this evening that Capt Billups was in Athens so I confidently hope that Stump is not in a battle tonight.

May 13th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 83, at three _ a fair day, General and myself went to Watkinsville this morning; spent the day at Mr. R. Richardson's several called to see us, spent the day very pleasantly, I went shopping with Ms. R; came home about dusk, Read in Psalms; feel very much fatigued

May 14th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 84, at three 84, a fair morning, a thunder cloud this afternoon but no rain, I went to Athens this morning, called at General Frierson's gate, called on Mrs. Clark and went into two stores came home to dinner; Florence Frierson came home with me; Read in Psalms. Wrote several notes.

May 15th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 65, at twelve 72, at three 74, a cloudy day, W. Dean and others called; Read in Psalms, Otho a negro in the or from the company Stump is in called here tonight I felt very much gratified to see him, he says Stump is well;

May 16th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 72, at three 76, a cloudy day; Mrs. J. T. Morton here this afternoon, but the General, Miss Frierson and myself were at Mr. M. Tuck's; rec'd a letter from Mr. J. H. James, read in Psalms;

May 17th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 75, at three 78, a rainy morning but did not rain enough to lay the dust; fair afternoon; Miss Frierson left this morning; Capt. Dean spent the afternoon here; rec'd a note from Mr. J. N. James, wrote a letter to Mrs. T. Handly; read in Psalms.

May 18th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 69, at twelve 78, at three 80, Rained nearly all day, but not very hard yet considerable thunder and lightning; think no one has been here today; read in Psalms and one sermon. Have enjoyed the day reading, but some unpleasant feelings, but having no company read nearly all day, and that is so much more pleasant than to have company on Sunday, "Then hail thou sacred blessed day, The best of all the seven, When saints unite their vows to pay, Of gratitude to heaven;"

May 19th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve78, at three 78, a cloudy day all day; Dr. Standford spent an hour here this morning; as he left Mrs. Graham and Miss E. Lee come and spent an hour, then Mrs. Gresham from Lexington and Mrs. Pinckey (think that is the name) came and spent an hour; wrote a letter to Mrs. Sue James, and one to Mr. W. H. Turpin, read in Psalms.

May 20th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 80, at three 84, a fair day; I went to Athens this morning called on Mrs. Frierson, then on Mrs. Barnard then went in three millinary shops, then spent an hour at General Frierson's again and came home to dinner; wrote a letter to Mrs. S. E. Sessions, and one to Ms. J. H. James; Miss S. E. Frierson came home with me; Mr. and Mrs. L.R.L. Jennings dined here; read in Psalms.

May 21st (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 82, at three 83, a fair day; The General Miss S. Frierson and myself spent the morning at M. J. Morton's; Capt Dean spent an hour or two here this afternoon, just as he left Mrs. Margaret Ware and her daughter (Elizabeth) came and staid [stayed] untill about sundown; wrote a letter to Mr. W. H. Turpin, rec'd one from Stump and last night rec'd one from Dick so feel truly thankful that I have heard from both children, Be pleased O my father to bless them both and keep them from every evil, poor dear boys if I could only know every day that they are well and not suffering for anything, read in Psalms.

May 22nd (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 85, at three 85, a fair day; I left home soon after six o clock, left Miss Frierson at home, went up to Mr. H. Britton's, staid untill after four, then called on Mrs. R. Crane; left there at 6 o clock and came home; have enjoyed the day with one exception, found all well and pleasant at home; feel fatigued as I have not laid down today, read in Psalms;

May 23rd (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 85, at three 88, a fair day, had a thunder cloud but no rain this afternoon; the General and myself rode over to Mr. Mastin's Tuck's this afternoon only staid [stayed] a few minutes the thunder hurried us home; wrote a letter to Dick, commenced one to Stump; read in Psalms.

May 24th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 70, at three 68, a rainy day; several called at the gate no one in the house; Rec'd a letter from Mrs. Sarah Fergerson; Read in Psalms,

May 25th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 54, at twelve 63, at three 66, a cold day, some little rain, wrote a note to Dr. Moore rec'd answer, finished Stump's letter as Mr. Tuck is going to leave tomorrow morning and will take it to him; read in Psalms and one Sermon; The sick all seem better. Hope all will be well tomorrow.

May 26th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 71, at three 74, a cloudy day, no ruin, and some wind; Rec'd a letter from Miss M. D. Anglin; The General and myself spent an hour at Capt Dean's this morning, heard he was crippled, found him much better than we expected read in Psalms, the sick better.

May 27th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 59, at twelve at three 82, a fair day, Mrs. Dr. Macon called this morning spent an hour or more; Dr. Moore here this morning to see the sick; wrote a letter to Miss M. B. Anglin, read in Psalms. Mrs. Joe and Mrs. Parks Morton spent an hour here this evening, Rec'd a note from Stump.

May 28th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 83, at three 86, a fair day, Capt Dean here this morning, W. H. Puryear and Capt Dean here this afternoon, W. C. and J. C. Moore here this morning; Read in Psalms. The sick better;

May 29th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 84, at three 87, a fair day, but cloudy now; Capt Dean and wife spent the day here; rec'd a letter from Mr. J. G. Barnes, wrote to Mr. L. Puryear, and one to Mr. M. C. Roberts; Read in Psalms, the sick improving.

May 30th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 87, at three 89, a fair day; Mrs. Susan Mayne spent the day here, W. Dean called, read in Proverbs.

May 31st (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 88, at three 90, a fair day and a very warm day; it seems to me the warmest day I ever felt in May; wrote a letter to Mr. J. G. Barnes, one to Ms. G. Jennings and a note to Mr. A M. Jackson and one to Miss R. Richardson rec'd answers several called, read in Psalms.

June the 1st (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 73, at twelve 88, at three 91, a fair day, had a thunder cloud this evening but no rain here, we rather need rain, as we think, but not our will; G. Moore here this morning. Read three sermons and in Proverbs. Wrote and rec'd two notes.

June 2nd (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 80, at three 80, a cloudy day, with several sprinkles of rain, but not enough to rain; still cloudy; several called at the gate, Dr. Moore here this afternoon looked at about 15 sick negroes, all able to come to the door; Manerva has just been confined has a son, and I have named it Rantz Wright, after the Col that commands the 3rd Ga Reg, as Stump is in that region, Read in Proverbs. Commenced a letter to Stump, poor fellow hear he had been on a fatiguing march again, Bless him O my father and keep him from every evil.

June 3rd (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 80, at three 74, a cloudy day, some rain together with last night's rain makes a good season; Mr. and Mrs. T. M. Daniel came about half an hour, here now, have about 16 sick but all up, read in Proverbs.

June 4th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 80, at three 82, a cloudy day, but pretty warm this afternoon; Mr. and Mrs. Daniel left this morning, just as they left I heard Mrs. Standford was sick, and went over to sec her, found quite sick and all alone, so did not leave her untill late this afternoon; left her comfortable; Mr. Crane and Mrs. P. Morton called today, finished my letter to Stump; read in Proverbs, feel very much fatigued, been on my feet nearly all day, and no rest;

June 5th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 86, at three 88, a fair day; Capt Dean here this morning; the General and myself spent an hour at Dr. Standford's this evening; my little negroes some better I hope read in Proverbs;

June 6th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 80, at three 84, a cloudy day Capt Dean and Miss E. Morton spent the afternoon here; Read in Proverbs; wrote a note to Mrs. Sullivan, and one to Mrs. T. Moore, the General and myself rode over to Capt Dean's since supper spent an hour so very pleasantly;

June 7th(Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 79, a cloudy day, several sprinkles of rain, Capt Dean and Dr. Standford here this afternoon, Ms. T. Tuck and Miss Margaret and Virginia Tuck here since dinner, wrote a letter to Dick and one to Stump, see that the 19 Ga. Reg was engaged in the fight last week, and so very anxious to hear from Dick, read in Proverbs. Bless us O my father.

June 8th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 80, at three 80, a cloudy day, at least more cloud than sunshine; and now raining; Mr. Joe Morton here this afternoon; Capt Nickles here from Charleston; the General and myself spent an hour at Dr. Standford's this morning, found them getting on pretty well; read one sermon and in Proverbs.

June 9th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at, at twelve 70, at three 71, rained all night last night, and several showers today; Dr. Moore here this afternoon to see the sick; all better, but one. Esther was taken sick last night, told me of it since breakfast, the Dr. thinks she will die; Rec'd a letter from Dick he has been in another fight Chickahominy near Richmond; poor boy, bless him O my father and keep him from every evil; also rec'd a letter from Mattie, glad to hear they are all well, read in Proverbs.

June 10th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 55, at twelve 71, at three 73, a fair day; Mrs. Dr. Moore called this morning, Mrs. Wing and Ms. Rossiter here this afternoon, wrote a letter to Dick and one to Miss G. A Ramey and a note to Mr. Wood; the sick better only myself I have not been at all well today; and Esther (an old negro 75) died today at one o clock, poor old woman I hope she is better off; read in Proverbs.

June 11th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 56, at twelve 76, at three 80, a fair day, Mrs. S. Mayne here this morning; Rec'd a letter from Dick, he is well and has been to see Stump and he is well, so feel very much gratified indeed delighted to hear from both; I slept very little again last night coughed all night and have not been at all well today, yet not sick, and feel so truly thankful that I am as well as I am, bless me O my father and grant me every blessing thou seest that I need, and keep me from every evil; Read in Ecclesiastes. Some of the sick much better, some not so well and some new cases.

June 12th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 80, at three 84, a fair day, I spent the day pleasantly at Capt Dean's, called at Dr. Standford's think no one has been here today; read in Ecclesiastes. The sick better I have not been well today, coughing all day.

June 13th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 84, at three 87, a fair day. Dr. Moore and Mr. L. R. L. Jennings here this afternoon, rec'd a letter from Mrs. J. D. Ramey, wrote a note to Mrs. Frierson and one to Miss A. Y. Billups rec'd answers, wrote a letter to Miss R. Richardson, read in Ecclesiastes, commenced Byron's works a few days since the sick better, though I think I donot feel better. No letter from Stump yet, feel very anxious as I hear he is in part of the army.

June 14th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 86, at three 89, a fair day, I spent two hours at Mrs. Graham's this morning, found her better than I expected, spent nearly an hour at Mr. Yarborough's this afternoon; rec'd a letter from Mattie, but none from Stump yet, poor fellow if I could only hear from [him]; Read in Ecclesiastes.

June 15th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 68, a twelve 88, a three 92, a fair day; Read one sermon and through The Song of Solomon; wrote a letter to [?], she seems very uneasy about Dick therefore I wrote that she might hear soon as possible, then I wrote to Capt. Hanckels as he wrote on business that required an immediate answer, all better today, only one or two taking medicine.

June 16th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 74, at three 74, rained and hailed last night, but not to do any damage, cloudy all day but no rain; Mr. J. Morton, Mrs. Parks Morton, and Col J. Billups called, Mr. L. R. L. Jennings called also, Wrote a letter to Dick, read in Isaiah, rec'd a letter from Mrs. S. E. Sessions.

June 17th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at 72, at three 72, a cloudy day; Mrs. Joe Morton and Col Billups here this morning; wrote a letter to Stump; Mr. Hemphill will leave tomorrow for Richmond, do wish I could go with him and see my poor boys; Read in Isaiah. Wrote a note to Ms. S. R. Jennings;

June 18th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 76, at three 80, a cloudy day; Capt Dean spent the afternoon here, wrote a letter to Mrs. J. D. Ramey, one to Mrs. S. E. Sessions and one to Mrs. S. Fergerson; read in Isaiah

June 19th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 81 at three 83, a fair day, wind rather high, fear we shall not have rain soon, and begin to need it, as we think; Mrs. T. G. Macon and her son spent the day here, Read in Isaiah, Mrs. Joe Morton called this evening.

June 20th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 77, at three 82, a fair day, and not warm; I went to Athens this morning went in several stores, called at Mr. L. R. L. Jennings, then on Mrs. Stone then on Ms. J. Thomas, and home to dinner D. J. Carlton here this afternoon, two little boys here tonight, Read in Isaiah, Rec'd a letter from Dick and still none from Stump, can't imagine why he don't write, feel so anxious to hear from him.

June 21st (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 60, at twelve 82, at three 86, a fair day, Mrs. H. L. Brittian, Dr. Standford, Miss Hardman, and Miss Smythe here this morning, Mrs. Brittian here again this afternoon, wrote a letter to Dick, and a note to Dr. Moore; read in Isaish. Be pleased O my father to bless my poor boys, see the 3rd Ga has been engaged in another fight, 0 that I could hear from Stump, but not my will, let thy will be done in earth as that will is done in heaven; I cant see why Stump dont write, all the rest write but him, and he has seldom let a week pass without writing to me since he left, something surely must be the matter, bless me O my and help me to bear it as I should,

June 22nd (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 87, at three 90, a fair warm day, Dr. Moore and Capt Dean here today; I went to Athens to the baptist church heard Mr. Jennings preach a pretty good sermon from, "use this world as not abusing it, for the fashion of this world passeth away," came home to dinner, but called at General Frierson's before church; Read in Isaiah, rec'd a note from Miss R. Richardson, answered it; a new case of sickness, some better and some not well.

June 23rd (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 88, at three 92, a fair day, Charlie Lucas spent the day here, D. J. Carlton spent 2 hours here this afternoon; Rec'd a note from Mrs. McKinly, Read in Isaiah. Wrote a letter to Dick and one to Stump but Dr. McClusky will not go tomorrow so wont send them; O if I could only know what is the matter with my darling little boy;

June 24th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 91, at three 92, a fair day; Dr. Hoyt here this morning, several called at the gate, wrote a letter to Capt H. C. Billups I have become so unhappy about Stump I cant rest, so wrote to him to inquire about him; wrote a note to Mrs. McKinley, rec'd a letter from Mrs. T. Handley; Read in Isaiah.

June 25th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at three 88, at twelve 85, a fair morning had a light rain since one o clock, and do hope we shall have more tomorrow, I believe no one has been here today, we sent up to the depot for Capt Hanekel but were disappointed, wrote a letter to Mrs. T. Handley; no letter yet from my dear darling little boy; feel so anxious, read in Isaiah; General King has been quite sick today, I wrote a note to D. Carlton and one to Dr. Moore, rec'd answers.

June 26th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 86, at three 90, a fair day; several gentlemen called; wrote a note to Mrs. J. Morton, no letter yet from poor little Stump, O that I could hear from him, I almost have a fever sometimes when I think of it, and but few minutes pass that I donot think of it, help me gracious father to bear it as I should and grant that I may hear tomorrow; read in Isaiah. Sent up again for Capt Hanekel and again disappointed.

June 27th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 86, at three 87, a fair day had a thunder shower this evening, but only a sprinkle here, sent up for Capt Hanckel again this evening another disappointment wrote a note to Mr. J. D. Ramey, and at last rec'd a letter from Stump, and no excuse, only says he expects I am uneasy and anxious to hear as it has been some time since he wrote; little wretch if I only had him here I would shake him awhile, he was well and all well; but he has been in another fight since the date of his letter and poor dear boy, where is he now? Bless us O my father and bring us together again in peace; read in Isaiah; Doctor Graham was buried today.

June 28th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 88, at three 78, a cloudy morning another thunder shower this afternoon; but very little rain, not enough to run in the yard; several called, rec'd a note from Mrs. J. Morton, answered it, wrote a note to D. Moore; I spent the morning at D. Macon's, found Mrs. Macon better then I expected; but in bed; called at Dr. Standford's, came home to dinner; read in Isaiah; the papers bring us good news tonight, the great battle at Richmond is now being fought, and we are driving the enemy and routing him; it is my sincere prayer that not another gun be fired, not another man killed on either side, but if we must fight of course I pray that we may gain the victory; and do thank thee gracious father that we are so far victorious, and grant that it may be a decisive victory, that it may finish the war, and we may have peace on honorable -----[?], and that right soon, O for peace and plenty throughout the length and bredth of the land, bless us O my father and grant us peace and grant that my two sons may come home alive, unhurt, gentlemen and christians;

June 29th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 87, at three 90, a cloudy day; considerable thunder but no rain; Dr. Moore here today he thinks the sick all better, I have not been well all day, fever in my face, and have been dejected and cast down all day; poor me, it seems that I am unfortunate, but it is all right, and if I could just know right now how that battle ended and who were killed, O it is so sad to think of, so much bloodshed and distress; bless us all O my father and grant us peace; read in Isaiah;

June 30 (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 90, at three 92, a fair day, and we think suffering for rain but not our will; I spent the day at Mr. Joe Morton's; no letter from either son; but papers bring accounts of a brilliant victory at Richmond, and O if I could only hear from both my boys, I see Dick's reg were engaged, so must feel uneasy until I hear from him, read in Psalms.

July the 1st (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 89, at three 92, a fair morning, cloudy afternoon with a very light sprinkle of rain; Dr. Moore and Boyd Tuck here today; I left home this morning went to Athens, called on old Mrs. Moore found her better but still in bed; then on Miss Anna Billups, dined and spent the afternoon at Mr. T.
M. Daniel's; came an hour by sun; read in Isaiah; I have not been well today, but hope I am some better today; the sick here about the same; that great battle at Richmond still progressing and I do feel so truly thankful for our great and signal success so far; Bless us O my father and grant us the victory if we must fight; but be pleased to stop all animosity, grant us peace and a lasting peace, and O be pleased gracious father to bless my poor dear children, watch over them and keep them from every evil.

July 2nd (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 79, at three 82, a cloudy day, still no rain, Capt Dean Dr. Moore and others here today, wrote a letter to Stump, read in Isaiah. The sick about the same. Still good news from Richmond, the papers say the Yankee army there, and surely w hipped, that McCleman, the General is badly wounded, and his whole force retreating; do hope there will be no man fighting, but peace at home and abroad.

July 3rd (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 71, at three 73, a cool cloudy day wind from the east, several sprinkles of rain but not to do any good, wrote a letter to Dick; read in Isaiah; several called; no letters from either child tonight, the fight at Richmond still progressing, and the Confederates still victorious, O I do thank thee heavenly father for thy great and merciful kindness towards us, thou has taught us that the battle is not to the strong or the race to the swift," thou and thou only are able to save us, Be pleased to grant us a decisive victory; and if it could be thy will spare the lives of all, O be pleased to spare my two poor boys, bring them home safe and sound gentlemen and christians, I fear every day and every hour to hear from them, so many of my acquaintances and friends have already been sacrificed that I fear to hear not knowing who will be the next victim or martyr; O thus we could make peace right now, have no more fighting at all, and that we could have peace and plenty throughout the length and breadth of the our poor famished distracted country.

July 4th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 77, at three 79, a cloudy day, James Mayne called this morning; General King and myself spent an hour at Capt Dean's this afternoon; wrote a letter to Miss R. Richardson, and a note to Mrs. J. Thomas, rec'd one from Mrs. P. Morton answered it, read in Isaiah.

July 5th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at __, at twelve 81, at three 84, a fair windy day; Mrs. Mariah Allan spent the day here, Mr. T. Daniel called this morning, W. Dean called this morning and this evening, Mr. W. H. Puryear called this evening; read in Isaiah; General King went to town this evening, no papers come, but a telegraphic dispatch, saying only two of the guards were killed in the last fight, not Stump I thank God for it, O gracious father make me to feel truly thankful for that with every other blessing I enjoy, and yet he may be wounded, poor little fellow if he is sick as I hear he is, I do wish he could come home and get well, for thy have all undergone enough the last three weeks it seems to me to kill every one of them; I feel very much for every death, and do sincerely hope there will be no more fighting ever again in the world, but if mine can come home safe I will so truly thankful, and then come home gentlemen, I do pray that they may act right in everything, it will be no pleasure to see them here disgraced, Bless us all O my father and teach us thy law; make us all christians.

July 6th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 85, at three 90, a fair day, Mr. Joe Morton called this morning, Dr. Moore and others here this afternoon; I wrote a note to Stump this morning, and took it to town myself wishing it to be mailed in the morning; I went up intending going to church, called to sec Gen. Frierson to hear something about Stump if possible; and he was not at home, he came in and I had to talk
some to him, none of his family were going to church, and as it was commencement sermon I did not like to go all alone, so came home to dinner, the General and myself spent an hour or so at Capt. Dean's he is complaining but not confined to bed; but heard he was sick was why we went, read in Isaiah, It seems long to wait untill tomorrow night to hear from the army, I do hope I shall hear that Stump is safe, also Dick but he has not been in a fight for two days that I have heard of, but still have not heard of him since he was in an engagement; O my poor dear children

July 7th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 88, at three 92, a fair day and needing rain very much indeed; several called at the gate but none in the house; wrote a note to Mr. J. Morton; no news from the army of importance. O if I could only hear from my poor dear boys, but not my will, there are many very many in my situation tonight, and many more have heard certainly that their husband and children are dead,
mine are no better but of course nearer to me; bless them O my father and keep them from every evil; read in Isaiah. Have been reading Byron's poems today find it interesting. Like it much better then I expected but can't read much and cant work at all;

July 8th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 90, at three 94, a fair day; W. H. Dean called this morning, the General and myself spent two hours at Capt Dean's this morning found him in bed, but comfortable, Read in Jeremiah; no letter from either child yet, but think Stump is not killed or wounded from what I heard this evening; I thank thee gracious father for thy great merciful kindness to me and mine; and grant I may hear he acted gentlemanly and as a soldier should act, and that I may hear it tomorrow;

July 9th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 78, at twelve 90, at three 92, a cloudy morning, bright afternoon, and we feel that we suffer for rain, but I feel that all is right; Mrs. S. Mayne, Mrs. A. Weaver and Miss S. Brittian here this afternoon; heard from the army at Richmond twice today, Stump is sick, I fear worse than I hear; have not heard
from Dick yet, Read in Jeremiah; last night one of the little negroes had a fit, but up today; the rest of the sick about the same;

July 10th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 77, at twelve 86, at three 92, a cloudy day, with a thunder cloud this afternoon but no rain; several called today; General King and myself spent two or three hours at Capt Dean's this morning; find him better; read in Jeremiah. No news from either son yet;

July 11th (Friday) Thermometer this morning 74, at twelve 90, at three 83, a cloudy day, several called, Mr. M. Thompson here this morning, Mr. W. Fielding, Miss J. Stoval and Miss R. Richardson this morning, still here, read in Jeremiah, wrote a letter to Stump this morning, rec'd one from him tonight, poor dear boy I fear he is bad off, will now tonight, write to Dr. Carlton, as he is there to see if he thinks it best for him to come home, and I do hope he will come; now after twelve o clock, wrote the letter to Dr. Carlton and a note to Mrs. Carlton, then after I went to bed got up and wrote a letter to Stump insisting on his coming home; grant gracious father that he may come;

July 12th(Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 84, at three 88, a fair day, my company left this morning, the General and myself spent an hour or so at Capt Dean's this morning called an hour at Dr. Standford's Dr. Moore was here during our absence to sec the sick; they seem better today; read in Jeremiah; rec'd a letter from Mrs. J. D. Ramey; wrote one to Lieut W. H. Johnson asking about Dick for I feel very unhappy about both my children, one alive but sick and I fear will never enjoy good health again; the other I cant hear from at all; O this horid [horrid] suspense.

July 13th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 87, at three 90, a fair day; I think no one here today; Rough and myself went to Athens called at General Frierson's, untill the bells rang, then went to the baptist church, heard Mr. Jennings preach from the 14th verse of the 2nd chapt of Titus, came home to dinner; read one sermon and in Jeremiah; the sick seem better.

July 14th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 90, at three 92, a fair day, heat oppressive; Rec'd a note from Mrs. J. F. Morton answered it, read in Jeremiah; the sick some better I think; I feel very sad indeed; do feel so anxious to hear from both children; and would that I could have Stump at home three months and let him recruit, but not my will, I cant know what is best and right, Be pleased O my father to bless and direct us, "O for a heart submission meek, My dear Redeemer's throne
Where only Christ is heard to speak, And Jesus reigns alone,"

July 15th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 90, at three 95, a fair day; had a thunder shower this evening about only a sprinkle, not enough to lay the dust; Mr. McAlister spent the day here, he is one of the wounded from Stump's company, would be so glad if it were Stump wounded just as he is; have enjoyed his company very much indeed, Capt Dean also spent the day here; Read in Jeremiah, Mrs. Cooper and W. Dean here this evening.

July 16th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 75, at twelve 88, at three 92, a fair day, had a thunder cloud at twelve o clock but no rain; Mr. Porter spent the day here to tune the piano, did it very well I think; Mrs. Joe and Mrs. Parks Morton spent the day here, Capt Dean spent the afternoon here; no news from either child yet; and nothing important from the war; do wish the [that] it was over and all home and in peace; Mrs. Cooper also called this afternoon, a negro belonging to Ms. D. Macon, had his trial in Athens today for offering violence to Mrs. Cooper, was found guilty and sentenced to jail to stand his trial; but taken by the mob and hung, the first beginning of mob law in this county, I regret it exceedingly, would much rather he had been sentenced and hung by the law, when mob law begins there is no end to it, I very much fear the beginning of such things; read in Jeremiah.

July 17th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 76, at twelve 87, at three 89, a cloudy day; Capt Dean and Mr. Holder here this afternoon; wrote a letter to the Rev. Sion Steed, rec'd one from Miss G. A Ramey, read in Jeremiah, P. Morton come from the army today, says Stump is better, but don't know how it is myself.

July 18th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 76, at twelve 93, at three 80, a cloudy day, a thunder shower about I o clock, very little rain but considerable wind and dust, a real simoon; Mr. Holder here this morning, rec'd a letter from Mr. J. D. Ramey and one from Dick at least I have heard from him, feel rejoiced to find he is alive and well he was in several fights, in one , a man in from and one behind him were killed and he spared and unhurt; I do thank thee heavenly father for thy great and merciful kindness towards us, I thank thee both my children were spared while so many were killed, we have lost many brave and many good men at Richmond, many thousand, and now be pleased to bring them home safe and sound gentlemen and christians; Read in Jeremiah.

July 19th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 75, at twelve 84, at three 85, a fair day, some wind several called during the day; sent to the depot this evening for the Misses Ramey but was disappointed, cant see why they did not come or write, read in Jeremiah. The sick about the same, I have had the headache all day, and considerable pain in my back.

July 20th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 88, at three 94, a cloudy day, a thunder shower about 4 o clock this afternoon, and a good rain, I do feel so truly thankful that we have had such a good rain; General King and myself spent about two hours at the Joe Morton's this morning went to see Parks he is quite unwell, can't sit up, but think nothing serious; Read in Jeremiah, wrote a letter to Stump as Mr. McAlister will leave tomorrow and I did not know it untill last night, and he will expect one by him and don' t like to disappoint him; wrote one to Dick, as I have not heard from [him] since the battle untill two days ago, and have written to some officers of his company, he will be uneasy if I don't answer soon, and a note to Dr. Moore about the sick;

July 21st (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 88, at three 92, a fair day, I spent 2 ½ hours at Capt H. C. Billups this morning called at Mr. Joe Morton's, took dinner and come home at two o clock, found Parks Morton still quite sick; wrote a note to Mr. McAlister, rec'd one from Dr. Moore, read in Jeremiah; Parks give me some coffee taken in the battles at Richmond, ready parched and ground, had some for supper, so drank a cup of Yankee coffee for supper; July Ann still complaining, says she is no better; no letter from Miss Ramey tonight so don't know the cause of her non appearance, and no letter from Stump was in hopes I should hear he was coming home; but not my will.

July 22nd (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at ttwelve88, at three 90, a fair day; William Mayne and others called today; Rec'd a letter from Mrs. S. E. Sessions, one from Miss G. A Ramey, and one from Stump, so glad to hear from Stump and he is well, bless him O my father and bring him back safe and sound a gentleman and a christian; sent for Dr. Moore this morning been expecting him all day but will send again in the morning, Julia Ann is no better, read in Jeremiah.

July 23rd (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 89, at three 88, a cloudy day, sent for Dr Moore again this morning he came about 12 o clock staid untill half after two, had eight sick negroes for him to see, think it doubtful whether two of them ever get well again; wrote a letter to Mrs. S. E. Sessions, a note to Miss S. E. Frierson, rec'd an answer and rec'd a note from Mrs. P. Morton answered it, read in Jeremiah.

July 24th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 76, at twelve 90, at three 91 , a fair day, Mr. R. Crane called this morning and again this evening, Mr. Holbrooks and Mr. Smith this morning, and Miss L. Roberson, Miss G. A and Miss W. Ramey, and W. Dean this evening; The General and myself spent two hours at Mr. Joe Morton's this morning; Read in Jeremiah.

July 25th (Friday) Thermometer this morning 72, at twelve 89, at three 90, a fair day, Capt Dean here twice today, W. Dean here twice today, W. Dean and Miss Roberson took supper here; my sick seem some better today but two very sick now, read in Jeremiah.

July 26th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 73, at twelve 90, at three 84, a fair day, a thunder shower about one o clock, but very little rain Capt Dean here this morning, Mr. W. Crane here this afternoon, W. Dean and Miss L. Roberson here tonight; Read in Lamentations, think my sick some better; rec'd a letter from Stump he says he is well;

July 27th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 69, a twelve 84, at three 88, a fair day and pleasant the girls and Rough went to church, I could not go as I expected Dr. Moore, but he did not come so I was disappointed in both; Mr. Kittle here today, Read in Lamentations and Ezekiel; also one sermon;

July 28th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 88, at three 90, a fair day, Capt Dean called Dr. Moore here to see the sick he thinks all better, Mr. G. Whitman here tonight, just from Richmond, he is a member from Stump's company; and has been discharged, poor fellow I think his days on earth are few, O my father be pleased to watch over Stump and Dick and bring them back safe and sound; rec'd a letter from Dick and one from Miss Richardson, wrote one to Stump and one to Mrs. S. Mayne, read in Ezekiel.

July 29th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 84, at three 79, a fair day, had a thundershower this afternoon, but little rain; Capt Dean here this morning, Mr. G. Whitman left this evening; rec'd a letter from Mrs. S. E. Sessions, wrote a note to Dr. Moore; read in Ezekiel; the sick better, but Silvia taken sick today, or gone to bed complaining of debility only says she is well otherwise, cant see what is the matter, surely we can have more strange cases than any people I ever knew.

July 30th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at_, at twelve 85, at three 90, a cloudy day, W. Dean and Dr. Moore here this afternoon, Dr. Moore took supper with us, rec'd a letter from Miss M. B. Angling, wrote one to Mrs. S. E. Sessions; and a note to Dr. Moore read in Ezekiel, my sick all better

July 31st(Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 74 at twelve 83, at three 80, a cloudy day, had a good rain about half after 4 o clock, and I do feel so truly thankful for that with every other blessing we enjoy; W. Dean and George Moore come before the rain here now, Read in Ezekiel.

August lst (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 82, at three 80, a cloudy day, and a light shower this afternoon; Capt Dean and Miss Roberson came this morning, the latter here now, read in Ezekiel; rec'd a letter from Stump, poor dear boy he is still sick, wrote to him again tonight to come home, and wrote to the Col of his Reg. to give him a furlough, so hope he will come soon; wrote a note to Col J. Billups and one to Towns and Nunn; feel very much fatigued tonight; and can scarcely see.

August 2nd (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 80, at three 86, a fair day, W. Dean and W. Mayne here this morning; Read in Ezekiel; wrote a letter to Stump; and one to Dick.

August 3rd (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 82, at three 78, a cloudy day very little sun, sprinkled of rain several times, and commenced a steady good rain about three and rained untill sundown still cloudy; Capt Dean here this afternoon; The girls and Rough went to church I was afraid it would rain more than it did so did not go; read in Ezekiel. I think Julie Anne is some better, but still in bed.

August 4th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 75, at twelve 80, at three 82, a cloudy day with several showers of rain, Capt. Dean here this morning, Boyd Tuck and two of his daughters dined here, one of them here now, rec'd a letter from Stump, wrote one to him; and a note to Dr. Moore; read in Psalm;

August 5th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 86, at three 88, a fair day; the girls all went to Capt Deans this morning, Mrs. Bond and Miss Tuck spent the afternoon here; Mr. B. Tuck called, rec'd a letter from Stump, so glad to hear he is improving; but still hope he will come home; wrote several notes, rec'd a letter Mrs. A J. Porter, Read in Ezekiel.

August 6th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at, at twelve 90, at three 93, a fair day and very warm no air stiring [stirring] think I have felt the heat more today than I have any day during the summer; Mr. Smith and Mr. Munford spent the day here friends of Louis Deupree; from Memphis; Capt Dean here this morning; wrote a letter to Mrs. A
J. Porter; read in Ezekiel.

August 7th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 78, at twelve 92, at three 94, a fair warm day; Mrs. Mastin and Mrs. Thomas Tuck here early this morning; Mr. Key also called this morning; Mr. and Mrs. Pappy and Mrs. Head spent the day, Capt Dean here this afternoon; the girls and Rough came home this evening; Rec'd a letter from Mrs. W. T. Brantly, and one from Capt Hanckle read in Ezekiel.

August 8th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 76, at twelve 92, at three 96, a fair day; Dr. Moore here this morning to see the sick I think all better tonight; the girls and myself went to Mr. M. Tuck's this morning then called on Mrs. Yarborough, came home before two o clock; Read in Ezekiel; wrote a note to Mr. W. L. Mitchell, rec'd one from Miss A Camache; I have not been well today, but feel better tonight.

August 9th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at_) at twelve 93, at three 95, a fair warm day; several called; the girls and myself spent the morning in Athens, called on Mrs. T. M. Daniel, I then called at Col J. Billups; then at Mr. E. P. Clayton's, enjoyed every call very much indeed, came home to dinner, rec'd a letter from Stump and one from Dick; both seem to bear this trials with cheerfulness and fortitude, but Stump is still sick. Read in Ezekiel; wrote a note to Ms. T. M. Tuck and one to Miss L. Roberson.

August 10th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at_) at twelve 96, at three 94, a fair day, very warm and no wind; The girls and myself went to the baptist church in Athens heard Professor Tucker preach a most esccelent sermon from "Except ye be converted and be come as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven;" a practical sermon, plain, and good language, he is a good speaker and an agreeble pleasant orator; several called today, rec'd a note from Dr. Moore, Julie Anne is not so well; called on Mrs. Frierson, read in Ezekiel.

August 11th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 77, at twelve 95, at three 97, a fair hot day, no wind at all; Dr. Moore here this morning, Capt Dean here this evening Miss S. E. Frierson came this evening, Mrs. Scriven and Mrs. Henderson came with her but did not come in the house; wrote a letter to Capt Hanckel; Read in Ezekiel;

August 12th(Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 78, at twelve 97, at three 100, a fair hot day; Capt Dean called this morning; Parks Morton and his wife here this afternoon; wrote a letter to Dick; Read in Ezekiel;

August 13th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 78, at twelve 95, at three 97, a fair day; Capt Dean and others here, rec'd a letter from Miss J. Porter; read in Ezekiel; the sick seem better;

August 14th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 76, at twelve 90, at three 93, a fair day; several called during the day; Rec'd a letter from Stump, so glad to hear he is better, wrote to Mrs. W. T. Brantly; Read in Ezekiel. The sick improving.

August 15th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 78, at twelve 88, at three, a fair day, cloudy after dinner, thunder and a sprinkling rain not as much as a dew; George Ramey and W. Dean here this morning Dr. Moore here this morning and then at supper, Mr. L. Thomas and G. Dent here this afternoon, Mr. McClusky here tonight, wrote a letter to Stump, a note to Dr. Moore and one to Mr. W. L. Mitchell, Read in Ezekiel. I thought this morning that Julie Ann would not live to see night, but she was confined about 2 o dock and I do hope is better tonight; the rest mending; I feel truly thankful that all are as they are, bless us O my rather and grant that we may all get well and do well.

August 16th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 85, at three 86, a fair day; George Moore here morning, Dr. Moore and Capt Dean here this evening, wrote a note to Dr. Moore, rec'd an answer. Read in Proverbs have been watching Julie Ann all day, thinking she would not live through the day, but hope she is not worse, will set up all night with her myself tonight; and am now fatigued not having rested much today, and been worried with her all day;

August 17th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 80, at three 84, a fair, cool windy day; several called; Julia Ann died this afternoon at 4 ½ o clock. I set up with her last night untill half after 2 o clock, so have not felt well all day; wrote two notes to Dr. Moore rec'd answers; read in Ezekiel, but very little my spectacles are in Athens being fixed and I have been in darkness two days.

August 18th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 82, at three 86, a fair day; Mrs. Winfry and Mr. Davis here this afternoon; Read in Ezekiel, the sick I think better. I have been quite unwell all day;

August 19th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 84, at three 86, a fair day, some warmer today but still very cool for this season; the girls came home this morning and Miss L. Roberson came with them; several gentleman called; read in Ezekiel, the sick better I think, I feel better today;

August 20th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 73, at three 74, a cloudy day; with several sprinkles of rain but not enough to wet a sheet, Capt Dean and Mr. G. Ramey called; read in Ezekiel.

August 21st (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 82, at three 86, a cloudy day, very little sun; George Ramey came this morning still here, Mrs. Macon and Mrs Allbrittian spent the afternoon here; Dr. T. G. Macon called this evening on his way from the army, from the same company Stump is in, says he is not well but up and in camps; Read in Daniel.

August 22nd (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 73, at twelve 85, at three 88, a cloudy morning fair afternoon; wrote a letter to Stump, rec'd one from Capt M. S. Hanckel; read in Daniel, I hope all getting well.

August 23rd (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 82, at three 84, a cloudy day, had a good rain last night; Mr. G. Ramey and W. Dean here today, Miss Robinson here tonight; Read in Daniel. I have been quite unwell all day, and surely disappointed that I did not receive a letter from my children; but hope all is well with them, bless them O my father and bring them back safe and sound, gentlemen and christians.

August 24th(Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 78, at three 80, a cloudy day, Mr. G. Ramey came this morning spent the day, the girls all went over to Capt Dean's with him this afternoon; Dr. Lombard and Col. L. J. Deupree (from Tennessee) came this morning, Col D. still here; has been about eight years since he was here before; Read in Daniel; the morning was so unpleasant and looked so much like rain we were afraid to go to church

August 25th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at twelve 78, at three 78, a cloudy day, cool all day; Dr. Moore here this evening to see Lily; read in Daniel. I feel better today; still no letter from either child; think from what I hear that both are now with General (Stonewall) Jackson, if so they will surely have a fight and that soon, and I fear heavy.

August 26th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 78, at three 80, a cloudy morning Capt Dean, Mrs. John White and Miss M. White here this evening; I spent the morning at Capt Dean's; Read in Daniel; rec'd a letter from Dick, so pleased to hear he is alive, but regret to hear he is sick, poor boy, if he can only have his health he will stand it as well as any of them; bless him O my father and keep him from every danger; if I could just hear from Stump now; wrote a note to Miss R. Richardson tonight to send in the morning

August 27th(Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 85, at three 87, a fair day, several called, Miss R. Richardson came this morning, the girls all back tonight; Read in Daniel; commenced a letter to Dick.

August 28th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 88, at three 89, a fair day; Mrs. J. D. Ramey and her little children spent the day here; several called, Read in Daniel; I have been quite unwell all day with headache; otherwise I should have spent the day pleasantly;

August 29th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 89, at three 92, a fair day, had some heavy thunder and lightning this evening but no rain; several called Read in Hosea; the sick much better I feel pretty well tonight;

August 30th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 89, at three 77, a fair morning commenced raining about 2 o clock had a nice good rain, Mr. J. Morton called this morning, Mr. Munford came this morning, we have enjoyed the evening inniciating [initiating] the two gentlemen into society called the secret mysteries finished my letter to Dick, wrote one to Stump; read in Hosea;

August 31st (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 82, at three 82, a cloudy day, so cloudy we did not go to church; Mr. Munford left this evening, Capt Dean and Mrs. Joe Morton here this afternoon; Read one Psalm and in Hosea; wrote a note to Mrs. Cheves;

September 1st (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 80, at three 80, a cloudy day, several little showers the two Misses Ramey left this morning, L. J. Deupree left this afternoon to visit his relatives a few days, Mr. Johnson dined here; several called; read in Hosea.

September 2nd (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 74 at twelve 84, at three 85, a cloudy morning; fair afternoon, Bec and myself called at Dr. Macon's this morning found them fixing to go to church so only made a short call, then called at Capt Dean's and came home to dinner, Mrs. Crane and her daughter called this morning, Capt Dean, W. Dean and Mr. Holder here this afternoon; read in Hosea; rec' d a letter from Dick feel so happy to hear he is improving, but fear it will be sometime before he is well, as he only weighs 108 lbs, bless him O my father and restore him;

September 3rd (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 80, at three 82, a fair day, and cool; several called, read in Hosea; wrote a letter to Dick; have not heard from Stump yet, and nothing of importance from the battle, feel very anxious to hear from him if he was in the fight, or wounded or where he is and how he is; the family in usual health I think;

September 4th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 78, at three 81, a fair day, with too much wind to be pleasant; Capt Dean, Miss A. Camache and Miss F. Frierson here this morning; I went home with Miss R. Richardson this morning, called at Mr. Richardson's, Mrs. R. and myself called on Mrs. Durham, on Mrs. Langford, on Mrs. Jackson on Mrs. Floyd, got back to Mr. R's before twelve, several called on me after dinner, didnot get home untill after sundown, found all well as when I left home, and have enjoyed the day very much indeed and feel less fatigue then I expected, Read in Hosea; feel so truly thankful that I went safe, come safe and found all safe at home;

September 5th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 61, at twelve 80, at three 81, a fair day; Miss A. Crane, E. P. Clayton his wife and children here this morning, also Capt Dean, I went to Athens this morning called on Mrs. Clark, then on Mrs. T. M. Daniel; then on Mrs. Savage; and home to dinner, Mrs. Veach came with me is here now; read in Hosea;

September 6th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 61, at twelve 82, at three 84, a fair day, Mrs. J. Morton and her daughter here this morning, several called during the day; I went to Athens with Mrs. Vetch, called on Mrs. Frierson, on Mrs. J. Thomas on Mrs N. L. Barnard and home to dinner Read in Joel, Rec'd a letter from Mrs. S. E. Sessions; no letter from either son, and feel very anxious as they are both perhaps in danger;

September 7th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 85, at three 86, a fair day; Capt Dean spent the afternoon here; I went to Athens this morning called at General Frierson's, went to the baptist church heard Mr. Jennings preach about the best sermon I ever heard him preach, from "How shall we escape if we neglect so great salvation?" came home to dinner, Read in Joel. Nothing from the children yet, O that I could know tonight that both were alive and well, but not my will,

September 8th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 84, at three a fair day; Capt Dean called this morning, Mr. M. Edwards here this afternoon, Mrs. S. Mayne spent the day here, I have enjoyed the day very much indeed; Read in Amos; nothing from the children yet;

September 9th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 71, at twelve 90, at three 92, a fair day; several called I went to Athens this morning at on Mrs. Stone, then at Dr. Ware's, and home to dinner; rec'd a letter from Miss G. A Ramey, wrote one to Capt Hanekel, one to Stump, and a for General K., read in Amos, wrote a note to Miss A Camache, answered it

September 10th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 71, at twelve 88, at three 90, a fair day, several called during the day; Mrs. Langdon Cheves, her two daughters and little son came this morning to stay some time with us, wrote a letter to Miss R. Richardson one to Mrs. S. E. Sessions, and one to Stump; Read in Amos; Cordilia confined, has a daughter;

September 11th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 73, at twelve 85, at three 86, a fair day, Capt Dean here [this] morning and afternoon, wrote a letter to Stump, read in Amos; my pen so awful I cannot write; Parks Morton will leave tomorrow for Va, O if I could go too, and see my poor boys;

September 12th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 71, at twelve 88, at three 90, a fair day, Capt Dean spent the afternoon here, Mrs. Foster and Miss Richardson here this afternoon, read through Obadiah; the family in usual health and find from the papers that my children not killed or wounded in the late battles, O I do feel thankful, Bless them O my father and keep them from every evil, they have no one near but myself to love or care for them,

September 13th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 88, at three 90, a fair day with some more wind than usual and yet very warm; General K. and myself started to see Mrs. Pittard this morning, met her near her house so did not get there, called to see Mrs. Parsons; read through Jonah; Rec'd a letter from Mrs. S. E. Sessions; read a letter from G. Graham to his cousin, saying, himself, one of Mr. Morton's and Stump were in the last battle, a shell struck G. Graham and W. H. Morton but only stunned them, he says Stump went though safe, without being hurt, and to use his words stood right up to it, I do rejoice to hear from him and O I do feel so thankful that he acted like a man and soldier, and my heart overflows with gratitude for his safety; gracious father be pleased to bless him and keep him from every danger and bring him back safe and sound, "O for a heart to praise my God, A heart from sin set free, A heart that's sprinkled with the blood, So freely shed from me;"

September 14th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 75,at twelve 83 at three a cloudy day had a good rain between 2 and 3 o clock; and still cloudy with considerable wind; Read in Micah;

September 15th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 74, at three 78, a cloudy day, several showers of rain, Capt Dean here this evening; Mr. Green Holmes and his wife here tonight, read in Micah, read a letter from Mr. M. C. Roberts,

September 16th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 74, at twelve 82, at three 84, a cloudy morning, a fair afternoon, Capt Dean and Dr. Standford called this morning; Mr. and Mrs. G. Holmes left this morning; Read in Nahum; wrote a note to Mrs. J. F. Morton, rec'd a letter from Dick feel so happy to hear from him and to hear he is improving, he says the citizens around Staunton are in fine spirits believing we will have peace in a short time, I hope so but fear it is not so; no letter from Stump yet; Mrs. Cheirs and myself spent an hour at Mr. Mr. Yarborough's this evening;

September 17th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 82, at three 83, a fair day; wrote a letter to Miss G. A. Ramey and one to Mr. Roberts; Rec'd a note from Mrs. J. F. Morton; read in Nahum. I do feel so truly thankful that all are well; and that a few days ago the children were well; "O for a heart to praise my God, A heart from sin set free;"

September 18th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 85, at three 83, a cloudy day, rained a little several times; the girls and myself spent an hour at Capt Dean's this morning; Mr. Jennings here this afternoon, wrote to Dick, rec'd a letter from Capt Hanckel; read in Nahum;

September 19th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 84, at three 84, a cloudy day, several little rains, The girls and myself went to town they made several calls, I spent the morning at Mr. Daniel's very pleasantly indeed, came home to dinner at two o clock; L. J. Deupree here tonight; Read through Habakkuk; all well; wrote a letter to Stump since the rest went to bed, can scarcely see;

September 20th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 78, at three _ a cloudy day, had several sprinkles, commenced about 4 ½ o clock to rain hard, and is still raining now after ten; Capt Dean here this afternoon, two Misses Clancy, and Miss Vincent come just as it commenced raining, and are here now, Read in Zephaniah;

September 21st (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 76, at three 74, a cloudy day; the girls left this morning, had several showers of rain; and still cloudy, Read in Zephaniah; so cloudy and the roads so muddy we did not go to church;

September 22nd (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 69, at twelve 74, at three 75, a cloudy day; Capt Dean here this morning; Mr and Mrs William Dougherty here this afternoon; bringing me a letter from Stump poor dear little fellow, I do feel so happy to hear from him; bless him O my father and grunt that he may be a good boy, and come back safe and sound to me; read in Haggar;

September 23rd (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 76, at three 78, a cloudy day, Rec'd a letter from Miss L. Robinson; wrote one to Capt Hanckel read in Haggar; Mrs. Cheves and myself spent an hour at Capt Dean's this evening;

September 24th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 80, at three 80, a cloudy day; Mrs. Joe and Mrs. Parks Morton spent the afternoon here; I have not been well, suffering with my back and head; and then hear of another severe battle in Maryland and the two divisions that my children are in were engaged, so I fear they were in it and of course feel very restless and uneasy; Read in Zechariah.

September 25th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 78, at three_ a fair day; Mrs. J. Dillard and Miss Frierson called, Mrs. Richardson, Mrs Foster, Mrs. M. Franklin and Miss M. Franklin here this afternoon, also Capt Dean; Read in Zechariah; O this horrid unnatural war; heard this evening (but hope it is not so) of the death of several of my neighbors; be pleased O my father to bless my dear dear children and bring them back safe and sound, and grant they may come back gentlemen and christians, I may ask too much but thou art able to grant every blessing, and O be pleased to remember me in mercy, say, it is enough, and stay thy hand;

September 26th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 62, at twelve 76, at three _ a fair day; several called; Rec'd a letter from Miss R. Richardson, and a note from Rough; Read in Zechariah; General K, and myself spent an hour at Capt Dean' s; their son (Joel) is certainly killed, they of course are very much distressed; several around us were killed in the same battle; the papers say it was a victory, but it was a dear bought one to many mothers; and I do thank my heavenly father that my children were both spared then, and O be pleased to keep them in life and in health; and if it can be thy will be pleased to bring them home to me, safe and sound.

September 27th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 76, at three 69, a cloudy day; sprinkled several times; Capt Dean and Mrs. H. L. Brittain here this morning, wrote a letter to Mrs. L. Robinson, and one to Mrs. S.E. Sessions, read in Zechariah; no letter from either child yet;

September 28th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 63, at twelve 71, at three 76, had considerable rain last night, and cloudy all day with occasional sprinkles of rain; read one sermon, and in Zechariah; Capt Dean here this afternoon; poor old man he feels the death of his poor son, died on the battle field, rec'd a letter from Roberts

September 29th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 78, at three 82, a fair day; I think no one has been in the house today several called at the gate, lead in Malachi; wrote a letter to Stump and one to Dick since supper, and the General, Mrs. Cheves and her two daughters and little boy all talking to me and around me, so I feel wearied and sleepy, wrote a letter to Miss R. Richardson

September 30th (Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 78, at three 82, a fair day; Mrs. Holmes and Mrs. Smith here this morning, Mrs. Camache and her daughter (Anna) here this afternoon also Capt Dean; Read in Malachi, I have been unwell all day;

October 1st (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 70, at twelve 83, at three 84, a fair day; Mrs. Penina Thomas and Mrs. McKinley spent the morning here; General King and myself spent an hour at Capt Dean's this afternoon, since we left there they rec'd a letter from each of their sons, so they are both living, and so far from being killed they were not in either battle, I have rec'd no letter from Stump yet, indeed from neither son; cant see why they donot write, but hope I shall get a letter tomorrow, and hear from both, read in Matthew; I am still very unwell;

October 2nd (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 82, at three 83, a fair day, Capt Dean and H. Brittain here today; Read in Matthew; I have been quite sick all day, in bed all the afternoon; no letter from my children yet;

October 3rd (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 66, at twelve 82, at three 83, a fair day; Mrs. S. Mayne called this morning, Dr. Moore about one o clock to see me, but I was much better and am still better tonight, Capt Dean and Miss Richardson here this evening, and W. Hodgson here tonight; Read in Matthew;

October 4th (Saturday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 81, at three _ a fair day; several called today; read in Matthew; I have been in bed again today, but better tonight still no letter from my poor dear boys; O this terible [terrible] war, when shall we have peace? Be pleased O my father to "stay now thy hand and say, it is enough;"O that the whole world could love peace as I do, put it into the hearts ofevery individual to make peace and keep it;

October 5th (Sunday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 87, at three 86, a fair day, W. Hodgson spent the day here, several called, I was too unwell to go to church; read in Matthew no letter yet from the boys if I could just hear from them I would feel so much better, and if we could have peace and all come home;

October 6th (Monday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 75, at three 78, a cloudy morning, a bright afternoon; Mrs. C. M. Franklin called about three and eat a cold dinner with us; wrote a letter to Capt M. S. Hanckel; read in Matthew; I have felt some better today, but still very unwell; but if I could only hear from the children think I would feel better; bless them O my father and keep them from every evil.

October 7th(Tuesday) Thermometer this morning at 68, at twelve 80, at three 82, a fair day; Mrs. G. Dent, Mrs. Davison, Mrs. McDonald, Mrs. Hanes and daughter, and Mrs. S. Thomas and daughter spent an hour or so here this evening; I enjoyed their company very much indeed, wrote a letter to Miss M. B. Anglin, read in Matthew; still nothing from my children, I heard this evening that W. H. Morton would be home tomorrow, and I feel so restless and unhappy about it; to think every one comes but mine (nearly) I could see how it is, surely he don't try;

October 8th (Wednesday) Thermometer this morning at 63, at twelve 80, at three 83, a fair day, Capt Dean and Mrs. Foster and Miss Richardson here this afternoon; Read in Matthew, I have felt better today; the rest up but not well; no letter from the children yet, but W. H. Morton come this evening he left Stump well a few days since; the papers speak of another battle being about to come off, Be pleased O my father to watch over my poor boys, and keep them from every evil;

October 9th (Thursday) Thermometer this morning at 64, at twelve 77, at three 78, a cloudy day, now raining; Capt Dean here this afternoon; read in Matthew; Mrs. Cheves and myself spent an hour or so at Mr. J. Morton's this morning; Rec'd a letter from Dick and so thankful to hear he is alive and well; Be pleased O my father to bless my poor dear boys, watch over them in sickness and in health, keep them from every evil, and bring them back to me, safe and sound. O this strange, cruel war if we could only have peace;

October 10th (Friday) Thermometer this morning at 72, at twelve 78, at three 82, a cloudy morning, a fair afternoon; I think no one called today; Mrs. Cheves and myself rode up to Mr. Yarber's this evening; read in Matthew; wrote a letter to Dick and one to Stump; poor fellows do wish I could go see them, but I will try to bear it the best I can; bless them O my father and keep them safe and prepare me to bear the separation:
"O for a heart submissive meek, My dear Redeemer's throne, Where only Christ is heard to speak, And Jesus reigns alone;"

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