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Thoughts have been with Beaton during his illness. Hears that Beaton is much better and that he has been courageous. Hopes he will be feeling really well again. Tells Beaton of the affection and gratitude she feels towards him.

Beaton was sweet about her 'tiresome little dog'. They both liked Mr. ? And would like to ask him to dinner. Would like to have another dinner party soon.

They can 'wrap that programme up for good' because no one will ever do it better [regarding Beaton's appearance on 'Face to Face'].

Is horrified to hear of Beaton's horrible experience. Supposes he is lucky to escape with his life. Sympathises with the loss of his equipment. Hopes he will spend Christmas at Send. Asks him to give her a ring when he feels strong enough.

Has just sent a wire saying goodbye but there are so many things on her mind that only a letter will do. Tells him it will be full of good advice and "moral drool". Feels that she is capable of understanding Beaton like no one else can. Believes he is at the crossroads between being an artist and being a debutante and he has to choose between them. Feels that few of his friends will help him do it as they enjoy his company too much. Believes that a knowledge of anatomy would make his drawings better. Understands that he might want to emulate the talented dilettantes in London, but feels that he will never be satisfied with that kind of "drawing-room fame". Explains that people in New York expected an exhibition and lost interest when nothing happened. Although he has made many social and professional "friends" this career is "nonsensical" compared with winning respect with his work. Feels that she could not lecture him on this if she had not had exactly the same problems. Knows he has great talents but feels he could easily drift into a rootless life, and a regime of "honest work" is the only real artistic satisfaction. Asks Beaton to let her know if all this makes sense, once he has digested it. Sends her love.

Has found the enclosed picture of him in the morning paper. Thought the pictures of the Queen were magnificent. Natasha has become a model and Madame Lopez is the "Queen of the season". Gives him gossip about their friends. Has heard about the great success of the pantomime.

Is out of the city at last and was very pleased to have Beaton's last letter. Charlie sailed on Wednesday. Discusses Charlie. Is delighted to hear the good news. Saw Beaton's shots in Vogue. Wonders if there is any chance of him coming back in September.

Leaves for France tomorrow. Wonders what has happened to the photographs. Asks him to send them on to Paris. Harcourt Brace said they would like to hear the price before committing themselves. Sonia speaks of going halves with them. Is sorry not to see him again. Liked meeting him and being photographed.

Trying to arrange sittings for the Debs for January. There are seven girls and a feature of five or six pages and cover. Asks of £150 would be all right for this. Would like to meet Beaton and talk to him at some time.

Apologises for not writing before to thank Beaton for the shoes. Few people would have been so generous. Hopes to see him with the shoes on his feet before long, if Beaton is still in New York. The "Scrap Book" was great fun. Caroline's play was a failure, which was a pity. Asks Beaton to give his love to Patricia Coleman if he sees her. Thanks Beaton for the shoes again, "ten times as many times as I shall wear them".