Sympathy and admiration may, or may not, be strong within me, when I contemplate the dash and independence of your character.

Hosts of examples of bright stars of the British drama, who have begun their apprenticeship to the stage as you are beginning yours, may, or may not, crowd on my memory.

These are topics for the future.

For the present, I confine myself within my strict range of duty.

We are within five minutes' walk of my present address.