June 14, 1945
 
      
 
 
Dear Dorothy:
 
      It was so nice of you to write me a note. I thought so much of 
      you and Edward and must say I felt sorry for you being stuck 
      in San Francisco, and now find you are in your palatial quarters 
      with your lovely garden in Washington. I am willing to withdraw 
      the word "palatial".
 
      
 
 
There is so much that Louie and I will have to tell you. She 
      was quite perfect on the whole trip. Everybody adored her.
 
      
 
 
I have gone into seclusion for a few days to try to get over 
      the effects of the trip.
 
      I do hope Edward can help wind that show up because it has already 
      gone on too long.
 
      
 
 
We must not delay seeing each other too long because, unless 
      you have changed your habits, you will be flying off across the 
      ocean soon.
 
      
 
 
Cordially yours,
 
      HARRY L. HOPKINS
 
      
 
 
The Countess of Halifax,
 
      The British Embassy,
 
      3100 Massachusetts Ave., NW
 
      Washington, D.C.