I enjoyed the sections of this letter describing JA and her nephews’ amusements. She is obviously extremely fond of them. I think you are right that her time with them is balm for her as well as them. It is also proof positive that JA was not against children despite comments about breeding, separate beds and etc. Thank you for the picture and descriptions Myretta. I was pleasantly surprised to learn that I played most of the games they did! (:D)