There I could see the Duc, because he spent nearly all his time out
of doors, but it did me no good, for I was a child. If I could be at
Baden _now_ for a summer! O, dear! When I think that Grandpapa made
his acquaintance in a shop. If I could have foreseen, I should have
continued that acquaintance.

I think only of him, I pray God to keep every trouble from him,
protect, preserve him from every danger.

All this time people talk about the Duc de H---- and it pleases me
immensely, if I don't blush.

At last I can enjoy some bright weather on the Promenade. I have
seen everybody, and I am happy. An hour driving, then walking, but
the rain surprised us.

In the evening we went to the theatre, which was filled with
fashionable people. The W----'s were next to us. I talked about the
springs, horses, etc. To-day I have been reflecting. Not a moment
must be lost, every instant must be spent in study. Sometimes (I am
ashamed to confess it) I hurry through my lessons without
understanding them, in order to finish more quickly, and I am glad
when lessons are given me to review because, during the following
days, I shall have less to do.

I don't intend to behave so any longer. I must finish what I am
learning quickly, that I may begin serious studies, like those of
men, and occupy myself more with music, commence lessons on the harp
and singing. These are great plans. They are sensible ones, too. Are
they not?