Sir, Gussy Herbert do visit and brings great festive cheer to the house. He gives me a gift - a fine print entitled "Connoisseurs" by Thomas Rowlandson. Gussy says that this picture do remind him perfectly of myself, but I do not see the similarity at nudes
Sir, Lady B___ complains that her room is too dark and that I must remedy this without delay. I suggest a large mirror, to better reflect the light from the windows. Upon the mirror's delivery, I enlist maid Lottie to assist in testing it's efficacy. I
Sir, after a long day admonishing my staff, I retire to my library with a glass of port. There is much to be learned from old documents. I spend an enjoyable hour of study.
Sir, A troupe of acrobatic artistes arrive in the village. They favour us with an invitation to see them rehearse their act backstage. I am greatly entertained even though the human pyramid is not yet perfected.
Sir, Bicycling has become an ever popular hobby amongst the women-folk as well as the men. I understand that it is a most refreshing feeling to be "cycling" downhill and to feel the wind in one's hair.
Sir, As a reward for their service I have on occasion permitted some of my staff to use my indoor skiitles. Judging for the noises that I hear from below starirs it has proved a most popular game.
Sir, The need has arisen for the appointment of a new maid. In addition to the usual references and letter of introduction I now demand a demonstration of their skills. This has proved most worthwhile.
Sir, My Greco-Roman mural remains incomplete after unpleasantness with the artist. This displeases me, as the water-carrier figure had not yet been painted. I then do remember that I have servants standing around idle, and so do deploy Maid Eva. I sit an
