Dear Diary

[Beatrice Browne]

Dear Diary

December 18, 1882

Oh Magdelena is so infuriating! I'm sure such excitement isn't good for my babe but she can be so stubborn. I know I was never kind to her in my youth but I've changed and I want us to at least be on amiable terms. She is insistent upon never allowing that, however. On top of that, she is mistreating our parents while claiming that she is not. Her immaturity and spoiled nature is so irksome. But I must try not to think about such things right now. I don't truly hate her - she has every right to be angry with me - but she is still acting like a petulant child.

I also got a letter from my sister-in-law - Calliope. She will be unable to attend the get together I arranged for my in laws and a few friends. Her husband suffered an accident of some sort. I hope things will be fine with them and I must remember to send a letter offering condolences and any help she may need. Though in my state I don't see how much help I could be, but it is only courteous to extend the offer anyways. She is my sister now after all and I will help her out in any way possible. Regardless, I'll try not to let her misfortune effect the brunch I have planned. I am in desperate need of interaction and though my heart goes out to her I must look out for myself as well.