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to let well enough alone. But I never shall  I am a master at painting backwards. One of the portraits I had almost finished didn't please me and so I commenced it over and the second result lacked that spark of snap. You know what I mean. While it is better in construction etc., it is much less vigorous.
 
I am well and just a bit tired each night. Work is going to be sent in five days into the Academy, don't expect any great results. Although the things I am sending are the best I have done this year.

Thank little Elizabeth for me for her photo - and love to all - and to you.

William

P.S. This pen holder is broken - and the nibs out-

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