I am sure, as you are so anxious Albert should be thoroughly English, you will see how necessary it is that an Englishman should be at the head of his financial affairs.
I see that you wrote to Lord Melbourne that you were glad to hear I took more walking exercise, but I must tell you that ever since I have done so I sleep badly, and feel unwell! If the weather would only allow me to ride I should be quite well.

Ever your devoted Niece, VICTORIA R.
[Pageheading: THE PRINCE AND LORD MELBOURNE] _Queen Victoria to the Prince Albert._ WINDSOR CASTLE, _30th December 1839._ ...

I here enclose Lord Melbourne's letter.

I have read it, and _I think that nothing could be better; it is just what I told you, and it is the honest and impartial advice of a very clever, very honest, and very impartial man, whose_ greatest wish is to secure your and my happiness.

Follow this advice and you may be sure of success.