[ For many a reason, one of which Beatrix could very well guess, Trahearne's thank-you message through the journals does not come until weeks after receipt.
Regardless, the gift does make him tear up when he sees it and leafs through it. ]
Beatrix,
I was deeply touched by your gift - it is very thoughtful, and I could not have asked for a nicer Wintersday present. Thank you.
I regret I was unable to get you anything in return. In exchange, I propose we meet to discuss your work and poetry in general.
Reply: Mid January
Regardless, the gift does make him tear up when he sees it and leafs through it. ]
Beatrix,
I was deeply touched by your gift - it is very thoughtful, and I could not have asked for a nicer Wintersday present. Thank you.
I regret I was unable to get you anything in return. In exchange, I propose we meet to discuss your work and poetry in general.
- Trahearne.