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Beaton/A/A1/542/55
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- 19 May (No year given.) (Creation)
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12p paper
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Apologises for the fact that all her correspondence stopped once she went away for the weekend. They have had such a peculiar spring. All the flowers have been out at the same time. Everything is completely over, but the "green of May" has arrived. They are very proud of Beaton's CBE. The two articles in 'Country Life' are simply delightful. Is disappointed at the lack of servants available for country houses in England. Adores Beaton's clippings and messages and hopes that he will not stop writing. Will soon be working very hard so counts on Beaton to send her any "tangy morsel" that comes his way. Discusses their friends. Went down to Westbury to see the opening at the gallery. Talks about a book she has been reading. Beaton's photos are wonderful. George Baker is in town and "talks freely of his nervous breakdown". She has no real news to tell. Asks Beaton to explain the 'Gigi' musical film. His summer sounds lovely but their August plans are still up in the air. Sends "many affectionate messages" to Beaton's mother.