New York, November 7, 1838.
I expect to sail to-morrow for Liverpool in the packet-ship Pennsylvania, unless the weather should prove unfavorable, which is not unlikely. The sailing has already been postponed one day, much to my relief, as, although I have not taken off my clothes for two nights, I am not yet quite ready. I hope to get everything in order before I sleep. You can write to me readily at any time.
I have worked very hard for a few weeks past, but I shall now have a fine time to rest. I am in very good health and spirits.
Mrs. Torrey has a fine boy a few weeks old, and is doing well. Kind remembrances to all, in haste,
Good-by,
A. G.
TO HIS MOTHER.
Ship Pennsylvania, 9th November, 1838.
My Dear Mother,—These few lines will be sent on shore in a few minutes by the pilot, and will soon reach you. We shall be out of sight of land in less than two hours more, with a fine breeze. The ship has some motion, but I am not at all sick yet. We have a fine ship and every prospect of a speedy voyage. I shall write at once from Liverpool. Good-by again to all. Letters are called for. Good-by; remember me in your prayers.
Your affectionate son,
A. Gray.