My agent in Andalusia recently recruited a new nanny. Since my boys are coming of age soon, I felt it appropriate that a physical description was provided before I agreed to hire the maid. This epistle arrived by post today, and I believe the qualificati nudes
Sir, Daisy, my new maid, does exclaim that she is most tired and exhausted from her work. Fearing her imminent collapse, I sit her down upon a nearby table to rest. I sit opposite her for a good thirty minutes or more, to ensure that she is fully recover
Dear Hubby, My tea group met again, and we finally came to a compromise on our Naturist debate - we have agreed to be half naturist as a trial, with further decisions to follow.
Sir, Lady B___ returns from visiting Lady Cunningham, where they daily have music played during luncheon. I am instructed to make this happen also, thus I interview local minstrels. One lady catches my eye. She is perhaps not so musical, but I feel I cou
Sir, a Picture Postcard arrives from Gussy Herbert. He is working as part of a trade envoy in France. He notes that "the clothing styles as worn by the Ladies of Paris are most notable". I do indeed note them, and hope that Gussy's work brings closer
Sir, I may from time to time complain about the behaviour and laziness of my staff, but I wish here to pay compliment to maids Rosie and Bethany, who both do admirably warm my brandy and extinguish the candle before bed. To watch them is proof of how muc
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.
Gentlemen, I am most perplexed. Having commissioned a portrait of my fiancee, I was shocked when presented with this (admittedly fine and lovely) life-size rendering of her in a most odalisque pose. I naturally anticipated viewing her in this state only
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.