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My dearie, I feel it all as keenly as thee
does but there is nothing for us but
to grit our teeth and work - I have
never felt so powerless in my life.

Courage and our love for each other
will bring all right - I want to talk
to thee about Mr. Machiel & work.

I have felt for some time that we
were perhaps too great idealists.

My love to thee
Margie.

Writing tries me very much wherefore
my brief letters