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property. But, even if it were not, Doris would want you to be cared for comfortably. You remember that in so many of her past letters, she has said for you not to stint yourself. What have you been saving for all these years but for just such an emergency? Sidney and Doris have enough. Then, too, Mrs. Osborne needs the work. Just think of the good you are doing by giving it to her. Even if you should later on feel well enough to do your work yourself, you ought to have her with you for company. I feel that half your trouble came from being alone with Mr. Holmes and not having someone else to talk to, and take your mind off