Saturday 9th February 1808

Dear Diary,
I am full of excitement and anticipation. I do not think I shall get much sleep tonight for my head is spinning with the prospective sights I might encounter in the city. I must be up early to catch the coach. Ned is going to knock me up at dawn. Mrs Crutchlow has baked and filled some of her delicious muffins to see me through the long journey. I shall return on Wednesday but in the meanwhile shall endeavour to keep you informed of my experiences if I am not otherwise engaged or distracted.
Adieu.