Henry Lee, IV to Ann Hill Carter Lee

I send you copies of 2 letters recd. some time ago in relation to the last illness of my lamented father

I condole with you immensly in the tender & mournful reflections their funeral will excite, & as the widow of my noble sire, the mother of my uncomparable & beloved brothers & sisters, & as a well tried disciple of adversity, my care & affection will follow you through all the changes of this life, & I shall always feel your happiness as in a great measure necessary to mine.

yrs H Lee

Would Ann like to have a canary bird? We expect Robt. & Smith the first of August. our love to all.