Writes at George's request; asks George to overlook her imperfections; left Reedsburg the morning after she saw George; arrived at Kilbourn and then Beaver Dam; found Mother and both Brothers waiting for her; had a pleasant time but the weather was unpleasant; stayed at home for a week and then went to Oshkosh; ready to go to Reedsburg to teach at a school; does not believe in long engagements; does not want to decide upon marriage until she meets George again; apologizes for the state of this letter.