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Congratulates Lyn on the second impression of her book [So Much Love, So Little Money]. Hopes that Lyn will visit in September. Writes more positively of Peter's resignation from Tootals.

Reports that Peter, her husband, has been moved to his company's London office and consequently they will be moving south. Mentions that Charlotte has been with them for Christmas. Asks after Max and enquires about the identity of Mrs Bell. Mentions that she has to travel to Liverpool to look after a second cousin.

Sends her sympathy about the death of Lyn's mother.

Mentions that she is doing a domestic programmes for BBC radio's Women's Hour, and has been offered the possibility of creating some television material. Suggests that Lyn could use it as an opportunity to carry out her "house idea".

Reports that Peter has decided to work for the National Trust. Mentions that she knows someone who works for Faber and Faber who Lyn should meet. Refers to her own book ["Shopping for Food"] being delayed. Mentions that she has seen Ruth and Niel [Pearson], and May Wilson, nee Adams.

Sends Lyn a cheque for the copy of "So Much Love, So Little Money". Tells an anecdote about a woman who borrowed a copy of "Shopping for Food" and tried to avoid paying for it after she had spilt grease on it. Mentions Marjorie Broughall. Admires William's preface and tells an anecdote about her son Tom's view of her when he was six. Describes her "sentimental pilgrimage" with her brother to their childhood home. Recounts a story about young church goers told to her by her churchwarden.

Comments upon the script that Lyn sent her [for part of Alison Cairns]. Postpones her visit to Cambridge until after [Edward's] wedding.

Replies to Lyn's news about Edward's successful wedding, Max's removal to Canberra, and Lyn's sudden onset of arthritis. Describes the birth of Charlotte's baby boy in September. Mentions a visit to Ruth and Niel Pearson. Details her unusually calm Christmas.

Applauds Lyn's decision to go to America for the birth of her grandchild. Mentions Jane Goodall's proposed residence at Cross Farm. Sends news and musings about her day to day life.

Praises Lyn's organisation. Looks forward to reading 'Alison Cairns'. Does not remember the name of the Guildford bookseller. Mentions her busy schedule.