January WEDNESDAY 18 1893

Fred and I have been working in the woods, most of the time to day. A storm of wind and snow has been raging most of the day makeing it very disagreeable working outside. Have been enjoying in a precious way the love of Christ. Am thankful for the assurance of his love and care over me & mine.

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January THURSDAY 19 1893

Fred went up to Tyrrell to day after his father inlaw and wife. They are very old people and have need of some other care besides their own, hence the change. Went up to Clarke Matthews do dinner takeing Maggie and my Mother with me. Found a nice party of friends there amongst whom was W.J.C & wife. Had a grand dinner, and a very pleasant visit visit.

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