Thursday 13th March 1808

Dear Diary,
I have been in a fug all day. I awoke late for breakfast and have never quite recovered.
Father has been taming the 'beast' and took it out on a lead for the first time today. It is looking much healthier. I am sure it will make an excellent gun dog in time.
Fanny and I are to spend the weekend with the Tents at their home, Effin Hall. I look forward to the prospect as I would look forward to 'passing' a swollen badger!