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and good preacher. I wish I could have
been with you. It is only seventeen
weeks until my school days are over
forever, and then I am coming home
to stay with you all always. After all
there is no place like home, and
though I love my Teachers, schoolmaster
and many friends over here, and
will be sorry to part with them, yet
I am glad that I will at last be
free. How is Aunt Patience & Emerine
tell Aunt Patience I hope to find her
well, and blooming as a rose when
I come home. Remember me to them
all. Lucie, & Mary have gone to church
this morning. They are both very
well, and would send much love
to you if they knew I was writing
to you. I would be happy to hear from you
soon, & hope soon to see you again The
same dear Aunt Sallie as in day gone by

Affectionately M. McCuddy

Remember me kindly, to Cousin Will, & all that may inquire about me