To Martha Chapman Date: WORCESTER, March 15, 1775. MY DEAR SISTER, You only tell me in general that your health is declining; but you do not say in what manner or from what cause. When did you begin to feel any decay of health In what manner was you affected What did you imagine it was owing to How have you been since from time to time What means of recovery have you used, and with what effect Write to me as particularly as you can on these heads, directing to me in Dublin. It is our duty to take care of our bodily health; but what is this to an healthful mind Let your mind be All praise, all meekness, and all love. And for the rest 'tis equal all. I am, dear Patty, Yours affectionately.