put my request
with y'r's; + I think
we may come over
Monday evening, by
y'r favor. We are
but three. Mary is
abroad.

The Old Place is at
its best, in complete order,
+ tidy as any parlor
but y'rs. The Song-Sparrow
is singing, + the chestnut
blossoms are opening.

Lovingly to you + all,

F.D.H.