25 [May]
John went off this morning in the Cecile to join the Lady Davis at Beaufort, he packed up his things in my room, and seemed very much pleased with his position. He got a new trunk, and placed his clothes in good order. When I advised some particular course of conduct he informed me he was 21, and felt quite able to take care of himself. Papa and himself act like red rags on one another.
Lewis has not succeeded in getting his commission, Bing Smith is still Captain, and Lewis Lieutenant, he is in Town and seems desirous of improving himself in his profession.—Arthur is the only one we feel very anxious about just now, the whole family life must greatly surprise Papa. So much ease of intercourse between Parents and children.—