Oh, how inexpressibly sweet were the tones of human sympathy, after the dreadful trials to which I had been subjected--the wrongs and outrages which I witnessed and suffered! For between two and three months I had not spoken with a human being, and the sound even of my own voice now seemed strange to my ears.

During this time, save in two or three instances I had tasted of no food except peaches and apples.

I was supplied with some dried meat and coffee, but the first mouthful occasioned nausea and faintness.

I was compelled to take my bed, and lay sick for several days.

By the assiduous attention and kindness of my friends, I was supplied with every thing which was necessary during my sickness.