Berneval, near Dieppe, Monday night, May 31st (1897).
My dearest Robbie, I have decided that the only way in which to get boots properly is to go to France to receive them.

The Douane charged 3 francs.

How could you frighten me as you did?
The next time you order boots please come to Dieppe to get them sent to you.

It is the only way and it will be an excuse for seeing you.
I am going to-morrow on a pilgrimage.

I always wanted to be a pilgrim, and I have decided to start early to-morrow to the shrine of Notre Dame de Liesse.