8/33 I have been expecting both him and Gale for three weeks, and written, but without bringing either of them. We shall see." The few months of sunshine were now past, and the clouds began again to gather:-- December 18, 1843. Twice I have been ready with my baggage in hand, but am prevented by a pressure of difficulties which you cannot conceive. I was never so tried and never needed more your prayers and those of Christians for me. |