May 13th, 1890
Tyb,
Thank you! It's true, it cannot be the happiest of birthdays when something is missing. You are hardly old! You, sir, are still considered quite young, while I am nearing spinsterhood at a rapid pace.
Thank you as well for my gifts, you can never go wrong with sweets and something for my book collection, I love them. I'll admit I was quite curious about the rope, but it's very clever and extremely thoughtful. Only missing a few more pieces and we'll be all set.
Hopefully I'll see you soon.
All my love,
Elsie
Elsie
MJ always makes her so pretty