| Description | Letter to Alexander Macdonald of Kepplestone from Effie Millais, 2 Palace Gate, Kensington, sorry to hear that he is unwell, wishing Sir Henry were near him, Baron Huddlestone has been very ill again, but Sir Henry has been wonderful for him, she herself is very fatigued and her back is sore, thanks for the fish, Millais away in Kent shooting, letter from the Queen thanking Millais for his portrait of Disraeli, he is to paint Princess Marie of Edinburgh, his hectic social schedule, visit to her daughter Sophie, Mary is in Avignon, travelling south with Lady James, daughter Effie's second child is expected soon, 13 November 1881 |