Gift horse
November 1858. As Charlotte’s offer of a horse to her brother Sir George Henry Scott Douglas is warmly received, it transpires that their relationship has been somewhat strained of late.
5th
Mary & I went to lunch at S.W.P. Mariquita not very well. We could not stay long, so were told to come back on Monday. Offered my dear little “Fiend” to D.
6th
Recd a note from D. very pleased with my offer of the “Fiend”. Rode on it to Kelso to hear the price, £40.
8th Monday
M. & I went to lunch at SWP. Mariquita did not come down till afterwards. D. was so nice. I have not been in such favour for a long time. H. S. called;* presented me with my bet, doubled, – 2 prs white gloves, scented. Then D. Mackenzie came. Bade them all farewell, & home for dinner
Notes
H. S. called
Harry Scott of Ancrum. He and Charlotte seem to have got over the bad feeling of October.
