gratification that the preliminaries have been so satisfactorily
arranged, and that we are to have you with us by the end of June.
The children are profiting from the very anticipation of it, and
it will be most refreshing to all us isolated ones to be able to
welcome an Eastern girl as a member of our family.

"Although the long journey across the continent is trying,
particularly to one who has not made it before, I hope you may not
find it utterly fatiguing. Please remember that after leaving the
train, it will be necessary to take a stage to Lost Trail. If it
is possible, I shall meet you with the buckboard at one of the
stage stations; otherwise, keep to the stage route, being careful
to change at Dax’s Ranch.

"Unfortunately, the children vary so in their accomplishments that
I fear I can make no suggestions as to what you may need to bring
with you in the way of text-books. But I think you will find them
fairly well grounded.

"I had a charming letter from Mrs. Kirkland, who said the
pleasantest things possible of you. I am glad the wife of our
Senator was able conscientiously to commend us.

"With our most cordial good wishes for a safe journey, believe me,
dear Miss Carmichael,

"Sincerely yours,

"SARAH YELLETT."