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years - old - Very young for a model Pity her - she plays most of the time with a toy horse - It is a splendid start. 

In my studio I am awakened by the sun shining on my bed every morning at five o'clock. I get up and start painting at six go to bed at nine. And sleep like a book - Mac'ferson of Boston is ill in the Hospital. Rheumatism is the trouble, he is very ill - Mac's a good strong fellow and I hope will over come his troubles. All the other Americans are well including Willie. I am happy. I love my studio and to sleep in it helps my work. I am continually planning new efforts. Have your photos all up, should gradually settle [[strikethrough]] and [[/strikethrough]] have a number of things to buy.  Shall collect slowly