but Mary wants to drive him as soon as she can ford the river and that will be soon for they have stopped the ferry.  Wasn't I a happy girl when $120 in gold was put into my hands.  I think that as good for a girl - two months of as pleasant work ad I ever did.  But it isn't so pleasant now.  There are some in the district that are dissatisfied because I don't whip enough.  Friday morning I cut three large hazle and am going to satisfy them in that line - "No lickin, no l'arnin" says I."  Hoping you are all well and happy.  Yours lovingly  Edna
