Did you never hear of persons who have an aversion to cheese? to cats? to roast hare? Can you reason them out of it? Can you write them out of it? Would it be of any use to mention the names of mongers who have lived in the midst of cheese? Would it advance your cause to insist upon the story of Whittington and his Cat?
As for you, dear Mrs. ——, I have a sincere regard for you, and that you well know. I am truly sorry you are going. Mrs. Sydney and I dine out together, and will both come to you after, if possible, or if impossible. Excuse all this nonsense.
Ever, with true affection and friendship, yours,