Almost just as I was going out to church in the morning, very unexpectedly came along my brother Richard and Mr Will Bennett, who prevented my going to church. They both dined with me off a fowl and piece of bacon boiled, a piece of beef roasted and some potatoes. They both stayed and drank tea with me and then set out for Lewes. I paid my brother one bill on Mr William Margesson… value 16.13.0, which bill when paid is in full on my account with Mr Madgwick. Lent my brother in cash 10/6.
Oh, the pleasure I found in my brother’s company was very great, he seemingly being become a very sober prudent young fellow. But how would it have been heightened had it not prevented my attending the church. But still to describe my present situation, it is a melancholy work though I enjoy many blessings through the Providence, more, a many more than I deserve or merit. But yet when I reflect and see how my affairs are circumstanced, I cannot help being afflicted and uneasy.