About Sunday 18 February 1665/66

Suzanne in MI on 8 Mar 2019  •  Link

I would think Samuel wouldn’t be pleased with seeing Uncle Wight regardless of who he brought with him. But he will make nice since there could still be an inheritance involved.

As for Creed, not only was he caught, but since he was at Oxford with the court could he have been trying to poach on someone else’s interest? Sam doesn’t need to have any shadow this type of scandal could throw on him as he’s trying to steer a clear course for himself amongst those rocky shores.

About Thursday 15 February 1665/66

Suzanne in MI on 8 Mar 2019  •  Link

Mrs. Pierce, with my name in her bosom for her Valentine, which will cost me money.

Could this have something to do with his vow of January 14?
https://www.pepysdiary.com/diary/1666/01/14/

About The Pithy Pepys: 1660

Suzanne in MI on 1 Feb 2019  •  Link

I bought the book on your recommendation and have found it fun to read. It’s a good starting point for someone unfamiliar with the Diary and the times.
Thank you for the post. 🙂