May 17, 1862. Tina Minnie & the baby spent the day with us after they left Mother & took a walk.

[Rebecca] May 17, 1862. A fine cool morning. Mrs Stephens, Minnie & baby pass the day here. Just at twilight a fine shower comes on with some thunder. Thus ends a week of excitement.

May 18, 1862. All took a walk in the afternoon.

[Rebecca] May 18, 1862. A warm quiet day. Read several of Mr Greenwood’s sermons with much pleasure. Late in the day take a walk with Tivie and the boys.