5/23 That ship, there, is the Mariane, which was called after me. There you see the Lemvig Arms--a tower which stands on the waves; and here in the corner, in regular and irregular stitches, is her name, 'Maren, October the 24th, 1828.' Yes, that is now two years since. She has now worked a cushion for the sofa, with a Turk upon it. It went the round of the city--every one wished to see it; it is astonishing how Maren can use her hands!" Rosalie inquired after the excellent girl. "Some good friends are coming to us this evening. |