March 22, 1774
Resistance As there is no oppertunity
here of having her refitted, I seem in con-
-siderable difficulty--------In spite of all my
strongest opposing efforts, my thoughts dwell on
that Vixen Laura. I strive to refuse them ad-
-mission, or harbour them in my heart, yet
like hidden fire they introduce themselves, &
seize, & overcome me when perhaps I am pur-
-suing some amusing or useful Study; on
giving precepts & Directions to my little fair
Seminary--------At ten Mr. Lane & Mr. John-
Simpson call'd to see us--------At twelve we had
a pleasant walk in the Garden--------Mr. Carter
& Mrs. Carter along--------Mr. Lane informs
that he has by particular Request, in the
Absence of the Parson, Read the funeral
Service twice since he has been in the coun-
-ty, which is only a few Weeks--------He sets
off for home soon; Mr. Carter says he
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