Dearest Journal,

The Lukeson home is so different than our manor. While quiet it does not seem to have the same air of stuffiness that I always felt the manor had. The servants chatter cheerfully when going about their tasks instead of simply trying to appear as if they don’t exist. I find it is all quite refreshing.

My new mother in law, Mrs. Lukeson, is kind. I see a bit of Ace in her. But I suppose I had expected someone les… awkward. It is as if she does not know what to make of me or how to hold a conversation. I worry of mentioning this to Ace as I know the lady has been through much, but I shall hope it is only because this is our first meeting in our respective new roles.

Lucille