I was very happy to recieve your Letter of the 12 August, which I have been waiting for with much impatience.

I am sorry my writing was not good, but I hope in time I shall learn to write, with as much ease and elegance as Brother George; I will take more pains for the future.

You ask me what I mean by a colour? it is a small piece of red paint used in painting Pictures.

The rose-bud which you found in your Letter was painted by me Martha taught me to paint it; I am much pleased that you thought it was Mama that did it because I am sure it must have been well done.

I dont go to Mr: Fishwicks any more but I learn of the Masters who teach Mrs. Krehmers Children German Russian French Writing and Arithmetick and Dancing. I like the Chevalier de St: Bernard who teaches me French and Geography.

I am, Dear Papa your dutiful and affectionate Son