M.S. Pearson to E.M. Elderton, 8th Dec. 1923.- External URL
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Sent From (Definite): Maria Sharpe PearsonSent To (Definite): Ethel M. EldertonDate: 8 Dec 1923
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Sent fromMaria Sharpe Pearson
8 Dec 1923
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‘My dear Eldy,
I must write a hurried line this morning to correct an impression which I am afraid I gave yesterday to you when I said I wouldn’t go to see the new puppies because I should be sure to find fault. In the first place that was not the real reason at all, but partly because I had a vague sense of infection about & the fewer the better going to & fro, & then mostly because I find that I do best if I do one thing only, & that last night was to enjoy the lecture, as I said.
About being critical that is “of course” with my family, but the outstanding feeling in my mind about the present arrangement for the dogs is always admiration & perhaps a little wonder which is attied [sic] to criticism that things have worked out so successfully. That of course is due to the devotion of the helpers, & to the amazing good fortune that you yourself are a real lover of dogs. I [am] an understander [sic] of them as well as all the rest. I don’t see how things could be better, as long as none of the helpers overdo them etc[?]. With the principal offender I have no sympathy! So don’t think of me as a carper [sic]. I was delighted that I heard so well, & could appreciate therefore all fine shades, & having you by me in the front made me feel assured & sociable & part of the whole work! (Poor old ‘Tante’ as the children call her is a very different personality, with much more to contend with than any of us. [J?] & I took her home to supper & cheered her up, as I always can when I can devote myself to her.
Ever dear Eldy, affably[?] yours,
Maria S. Pearson.
About the cover over Bobs’ head. I quite see it is best to leave well alone now and change might upset him. Only bear it in mind for [sic] winter puppies come another time.’
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Sent toEthel M. Elderton
8 Dec 1923
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‘My dear Eldy,
I must write a hurried line this morning to correct an impression which I am afraid I gave yesterday to you when I said I wouldn’t go to see the new puppies because I should be sure to find fault. In the first place that was not the real reason at all, but partly because I had a vague sense of infection about & the fewer the better going to & fro, & then mostly because I find that I do best if I do one thing only, & that last night was to enjoy the lecture, as I said.
About being critical that is “of course” with my family, but the outstanding feeling in my mind about the present arrangement for the dogs is always admiration & perhaps a little wonder which is attied [sic] to criticism that things have worked out so successfully. That of course is due to the devotion of the helpers, & to the amazing good fortune that you yourself are a real lover of dogs. I [am] an understander [sic] of them as well as all the rest. I don’t see how things could be better, as long as none of the helpers overdo them etc[?]. With the principal offender I have no sympathy! So don’t think of me as a carper [sic]. I was delighted that I heard so well, & could appreciate therefore all fine shades, & having you by me in the front made me feel assured & sociable & part of the whole work! (Poor old ‘Tante’ as the children call her is a very different personality, with much more to contend with than any of us. [J?] & I took her home to supper & cheered her up, as I always can when I can devote myself to her.
Ever dear Eldy, affably[?] yours,
Maria S. Pearson.
About the cover over Bobs’ head. I quite see it is best to leave well alone now and change might upset him. Only bear it in mind for [sic] winter puppies come another time.’
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