March 4

Fido dear,

Bear seemed very happy at 4-coffee at House. He sat on and on,
talking, so I said I would meet him in the garden. He suggested coming
up to my room.

N.B.

I know you spoke of this but will

will you
you write and say that I am trying to get to work on this MSS
(say) that Pearson wants. That my peace of mind and stability
depends on this work; that if I can not find time for it, I will
have to move to Sonne or Lugano. I was so nervous thinking
that he might come up to my room
but you know. I do feel that I must have a change later,
anyway. I am going over books and papers.

I feel how IMPOSSIBLE it would be for you to have him at Kenwin.
He is so very psychic, gets under the skin; he is very fascinating
but would take ALL of EVERYONE'S time and energy. When I see
him, I feel so very sorry but I must not see so much of him, now
that you have been here.

Heydt apparently took him to cinema last night. I will hear
of that, later. Father B was in and we talked about, just the
usual. I told him that I planned going over to Kenwin, later;
just to get the idea started. I told him that you hoped to be back in
about two weeks. We can go into all this.

I read the Skelton last night and thank you. I started my
new "notes" with a quote from Skelton, a few words,
Hawk of the tower. I am really only LIVING this new
story, don't want to write it, all that much, but it is my
escape - and one must have this, just now.

Can you file a few letters, later ?

I can not tell you what your coming meant ; I will do
anything you want, just at the moment, feel super-saturated with
Bear. I did really feel nappy to be here, but feel he must
work out more now, for himself - or with Heydt. I will possibly

March 6

Dear Fido,

Thank you for the books, they are just what I want, they will save my life. I talked with Father B about possible summer place. He says it is difficult, the best thing to do is to write particulars, to the general agent, as per enclosed envelope. "Stafer", as I make out, seems to be the center for all around, up and down the lake and district, perhaps further afield. Father B says the best thing is to get list, then take car, when you come over. I don't think there is much good my going alone. I did find two rather nice semi-apartment houses along lake, but they seem to be full. But I have had this in mind, either for self or as for you, in future.

I hope you or/and Elsie can make out the directions.

It has been cold, a drift of snow this morning. But now the sun is lovely.

Bear went in alone to Zürich. Heydt gave him tablet; Heydt says that Father B and the specialist exaggerate the tablet, as per heart.

I have much to say but know you have stacks of letters to answer, just send me a card. I am so sorry about Kenwin. I was trying to visualize my own trip over; now, I won't hurry but had thought of going to the old Alexandra, just to park myself, as for Kenwin visits. Better than a strange hotel and the food was really not so bad. I will write again, perhaps to-morrow; was reading the books all morning, no (after lunch) the sun is so lovely. *thank you* again and again for everything.

Father B said he had had a letter from Melitta, and I gathered that M said she did not want to change the Bear's life, this end.

I do not always follow Father B's English. He wanted to fetch the letter from downstairs to read me, but I said not to. It seemed

March 8

Dear Fido,

If you see Miss Emerson, will you give her messages, as from
me; it is so hard for me to write.

I wonder if you could send me a large, old case, to
stack the furs in ? I had them all out in the sun, in the
balcony-room yesterday. I don't want you to upset
me, in me' UNK, as I have a terrible craving to get away. I
do not want to go to Lugano, as from here. I would go to the old
Alexandra, could see about things at Kenwin. You need not
see me, or even telephone. I had a talk with Bear, also told
Father B that I might be going to Lausanne, in a few weeks, to see
about my things. Now, this is important to me, I MUST feel that I
am free, have been going over clothes etc., with move in
view. This need not interfere with any of your plans. I will not
talk of it to Heydt, just keep it in mind, as to Father B;
it is just a FEELING I have. I asked Bear not to speak of
it; he seemed wistful but I can't go on forever and he seems
better and goes to Kunstube for coffee; he is given, I believe,
a half of one of these anti-drink tablets.

I have not had the M. Murray; I really ordered it, as for you.
Though I felt sure you would get a copy , anyway. I will write when it
comes and do think that Gerald might have the extra copy.
I feel something has come to an end here; I could stay a few weeks
in Lausanne, then come back, if indicated, or go later to Lugano.

Don't worry about the suit-case, I could get one here. I do not
want to be burdened with a trunk.

Please help me in my UNK, Fido, I beg and pray, even if you
do not approve my coming back. I do NOT want to go to Lugano, now.
Love and blessing from CAT.

I BEG you, do NOT write Heydt any or this!

March II

Dear Fido,

Please, do NOT bring a TRUNK; I particularly asked
you NOT to. I can buy a big case in Zurich, to pack the
furs. I will see about all that when/ir I return to Lausanne.

I am not going to <u>Sonne</u> till I hear from you again. You can
have the tiny room, next to your old room, Father B says; if
you do not like it, you can move. If on the other hand, I hear from
you, I will try to book a room at <u>Sonne</u>. I will try to get down
there anyway and book it provisionally.

I will go <u>Sonne</u> as soon as I can get out, and book room there,
provisionally.

No special news in. I don't feel now, there is time to send
you any more letters and papers.

I will wait till I see you before making arrangement as for
Alexandra.

No thank Elsie, I would not care to worry her- and I will
be better, if I come, in old surroundings.

I am not writing them, till I see you.

I will book provisionally at <u>Sonne</u> , I repeat; but I won't
expect or not-expect you, so come just when and ir , it suits
you.

LAW
CAT.

I will book room and breakfast at <u>Sonne</u>, as I did for Robert;
you will be free then , to come over here to meals when
and if you want.

Friday

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The front room that I had is ready for you.

I will put some books on the table , by way
of welcome - your own books; we can see what is
to be done with them, afterwards. I will expect
to be in my room when you come, if not, go
to your own (my old) room. I have this
Hug with Bear on Sunday, but no reason why

I should be delayed. It is better you come
here, the one room at <u>Sonne</u> looked wretchedly
cold. We can talk over everything ...

I told Bear you had rung and
sent him greetings; he is
always so anxious for news.
Thank you envelope with
enclosures. Best to Eelsie.

POSTKARTE CARTE POSTALE CARTOLINA POSTALE

Mrs. W. BRY HER
@ Miss Volkart
9 a Chemin des Plateires
PULLY
Vaud

Thank you, dear Fido, for your card. I have
just shown Father B the new stamps; he sends
greetings. Don't bother with this,
but if you can put your hands on some of
the Met. Museum miniture albums, I would like
them later. But ONLY the ones with the pictures
LOOSE. I have about eight here, un-pasted and it
will last some time, but it is very pleasant
home-work. I do not want the finished booklets,
only ones that have the miniture pages LOOSE
and un-pasted. Sun is lovely. Dear seem quite.

I have two or the Met. boxes, so don't want bulk of another box- and this is not really important. It will take me MONTHS to finish the booklets that I have here.

No special news, I will send letters later. I have written George P.; had date in my 1953 book, which you entered - so helpful. Best to Elsie and more later - a love CAT March 23

March 23

Mrs. W. BRYHER

@ Miss Volkart

9 a Chemin des Plateires

PULLY

Vaud

March 24

Dear Fido,

Thank you for your letter and the bunch of keys. I see a note with the key-envelope, as to <u>depot</u> there. Are those there still; two book-cases, one trunk, valise and (in brackets) <u>machine a ecrire</u>. Father Brunner showed me a little room, at top of house, under a slope of roof, with dormer-window, a maid's room. It was to be partly cleared and my things taken up there. I kept the big new air-case you gave me for New York, down here. I can't attempt just at the moment, opening these things. I am sure all is in order and I will sort things. I am sure I will enjoy this, but now, it is bitter cold and I don't think it good to rush at this. I want you to thank Elsie, I am really deeply touched by all this work.

Now can you tell me, if there are books of my poems? I was rung by Heydt who had heard of this and wanted to come over (his free afternoon) to get at the "books", as you remember that firm that did translations of Mansfield, Ezra and so on, wrote me for selection of poems. I told them I had nothing with me, now I unfortunately mentioned this to Heydt, who is at me and at me to send imaterial to this, Die Arche which he says is one of the best publishing firms. I can not really get down to it, but I do not want to un-lock all the bags, not for a few days. The little room is very nice, at the top of the stairs, on the topmost floor, only one flight up from here. Later, I think I could easily stack extra there, as you suggested, and maybe, go to Lugano, on my own. But I must see. As I say the weather is difficult, hot, hot yesterday, to-day, a bitter cold wind.

Please do not send anything else, without letting me know. Though it is good of you, Fido. I was a bit staggered, then it seemed the best thing, whatever I do. And I can easily pack as from here, for a change, later, at any rate.

Thank you for the stamps, too.

Forgive slight confusion; the little room is not heated, so
I think you will understand, if I don't open all the bags yet. I
will do the new case that I kept down here.

I am sure it is the best arrangement, and Father B was so kind, and
heydt.

Bear seems all right, I have not seen so much of him, but
probably have him at coffee-time to-day.

Love and infinite thanks

March 26

Dear Fido,

Will you please send me Perdita's TELEPHONE number. Are there
two, one for the "office"? I told Miss Schalcher, the former
house-keeper that I would write P about her. I thought she had gone
already, or forgotten but she turned up yesterday and asked me for
the address. I will have to drop P a line and explain; Schalcher is going
to Cal., I think she showed you some of the photographs, you
gave her a scarf at Xmas.

Thank you for the stacks of Metropolitan folders; I think there
are some more, but you see, I am in no hurry, just if they turn
up; it is as well to have a lot together and I think it wise of
you to have send the old ones and the box. Thank you for
the books too, and proofs etc. of H.D.; I wrote you that I
thought best to give it all over to Norman but I will be glad later
to have the series of London poems, but not NOW.

Sun is glorious. I opened little square box and stacked MSS
and will have another go, this afternoon. Opened tapestry case,
round everything in such perfect order- look forward to more
chores after lunch.

Dear seems more philosophical but of course we miss you.

March 29

Dear Fido,

No. It does not matter about the hat- I just meant,
eventually. I have unpacked all the bags but must re-sort
and re-arrange. Thank you so much. Will you bring Aldington's
letters that you have, or may have, in file, as I want to destroy some
of them. This is not pressing, however. Also, the Freus
sheets from L. and L. never emerged, but you may just put
your hands on them, when looking out the Met. folders. But
I have so many of Met., but I love them and may as well keep
the series. It was you who brought me my first two.
I have been enjoying pasting, evenings.

I arranged with Frau Moser about room as for 2nd, instead
of 4th. She said it would be all right and she would tell Father B
about it. Everyone was in a slight dither as La Prince would
swep' out, without saying good-bye to anyone, at a half-day's
notice. She has gone to Lake Constance, whether in hotel or another
clinique, is not yet clear. Father B said he was so glad.
Even her analyst in Z, said he could not go on with her, any more.
There is quite a gap at table, but you must fill it in.
I am so glad that you are due, so soon.

Maundy Thursday, is, I believe, the Thursday before Good Friday.
You asked, re Edith.

There were masses of beads in a straw-bag. Bag was in a case
but only two Caribbean strings; there is all of Egypt
amber and corneilian and others I cherish. I do not need these,
but am fond of associations. If you come across beads,
just bring them now or later.

Room upstairs is ready for cabinets and trunk. I have
key to trunk, I suppose you will send or bring the book-case
key or keys, or else they have been left with the shelves.

Thanks for your number- I have that one in book, I thought there might

be a new one.

H took Bear to movie last night; it was 50-50; they liked
the run but not the new-dimension.

I am sure there is much, much more to say, but I will write
again, and don't bother really, with any of these things. Now, I
feel like a COLLECTOR and am taking quite a delight in it
all. Thank you for ALL the books of poetry and prose. I am
sorting and making lists, later- and of the many MSS.
Again thank Elsie, even indirectly.

Father B says Bear is much better; he seems quieter, does not
grumble so much.

March 30

Dear Fido,

Thank you for ringing. I had to explain the meaning of Jack Spratt to Bear and now, he keeps reciting it. There is a musical evening over at the House, this evening, but Bear and I are trying to sneak out of it. He seems calm and philosophical and tells anecdotes at table, but Father B says that Bear says that he is giving up his anti-drug on April 1; I just warn you as he might try to get away with it, but Father B of course, says the treatment must go on. Bear has had a number of nerve and vitamin injections from Dr. H.; we all look forward to your coming. Does Bear want his Rilke, I wonder? He talks of it sometimes. I don't care especially, re the Butler, but it might be interesting to look at the German poets book; I round it rather dull in London but might get more from it now. But this is not at all important.

This is to thank you for all, all, ALL that you have done for Perdita - well and self, of course - but a special birthday blessing as to you, as from her and V. and N. - and John, I must add. But from CAT, infinite, special thanks and memories. It is fairly dull to-day, some days have been miraculous, almost too much shimmer and hypnotic glitter from the lake. The very first blossoms are out - and hyacinth-spikes or spires in the borders. I am really vastly intrigued with all the cases but have not yet properly sorted all the things. I am waiting for the little book-cases to stack the MSS and my own special books. Thanks for offer of Amberlain but don't worry about ANYTHING. Bless you and thank you, as for to-morrow, March 31.

March 31

Dear Fido,

A black case has come; I had it sent upstairs as I don't know if some of my things are in it. But we can see when you come; I have no key for this black case, marked B. - I have the box of Met. folders, thank you so much ; I have four boxes now and endless sets to paste-in. This is a great joy, if only I had more time.

What an odd letter from Osbert. I think this is my last to you, as you leave Fri., we trust, from here, for the present.

Very severely snubbed for not having been to the concert last night. Staff was scolded because they had not TOLD me, when everyone knew of it- I fear to meet the family at lunch- but Bear also got out of it. Now, this in haste, with thanks again and again for all this packing and for everything

May 3

I do apologize, dear Fido, for not writing. I had two letters and the very beautiful handkerchief, this morning. Thank you so much and for all news. I go, D.V., after lunch to the dentist. All the all Gwalter problems seem in perfect order, now, it seems. He went over report again with me, yesterday. Thank you for lovely daisies, yellow ones and forget-me-nots that Dear gave me on May I, as from you. I considered the

Greet Elsie, Heidi and dandelions!

bouquet as for Mayday, while inside it is, every leaf and flower and blue flowerlet is as if gathered this morning- though cold- and we had thunder and heavy rain yesterday. Hope script marches! I see Bear, rather piano-piano but more at-one with himself. He goes to-day for lunch. I had no forgive card, again. I back from Miss W., letters, MSS about half or it, very quick. I really hope to write properly next time. Love, etc. in C.T.

Mrs. W. BRYHER

Villa Kenwin

Burier-La Tour

VAUD

May 4

Dearest Fido,

Thank you for letter and enclosed. Let me know your
USA plans, if you can. I have had to be very tactful
with Bearna about your letters- have not, so far, shown any.

I had two folders from USA and a pack of ye old
Southe cards from Norman, but no word at all.

I
have been so petted and spoiled over the teeth, everyone was
so kind and they sent in extra milk but I can not cope.

Very good tomato served last night, stuffed and good
stewed fruit- all perfect. I am so relieved that I am
almost tempted to have some on the lower jaw, but I will leave that
till this is re-adjusted, at any rate.

I read the Tennyson at the dentists and when I came home- it is
very restful, really and as I had had the usual school-flare for
him, it all comes back. I do thank you- you have the
strangest intuitions ...

... now Hyedt just in. They sent a jug on my tray. I thought
it was just more hot milk, I sent it back. It was eggs and
fruit-juice and heaven-knows-what vitamins ... I was so
upset, but am to have another to-morrow.

We talked of you too, do hope all goes well. I am so
HAPPY, it is really rather frightening to be so relieved. I
wear the old plate and my extra one is being filled in -
better it is the first one that Biro made. I was so
as I say, pleased with myself that I thought they might have a god at
the rest; but Heydt says wait ... it is just my exuberance.
Forgive all this ... forgive my not writing ... I will
see bear later. I did not go over yesterday but saw him at
corfee, at house. He seemed tired but had had a good time, he
said, in Z.

May 5, Wed.

Thank you for your letter, dear Fido. I am taking all the enclosed-out to Hug, where I can read without interruption. I would be happy if you could find something small, as for Pup. I will settle, when you come back. I MUST settle, when you come, as I note, about two weeks after leaving for USA. It is better to see you on return, as the adieux are always rather formidable. Yes- have a good time. My blessings to Eisie, I am so glad she is going with you. Do give all suitable greetings, right, left, center to the brethern. I have the old letter- as yet un-read. I am going over these things, later. I am so happy and relieved about the little adventure, chez Dr. Hanhart. He is such a really nice person- and everyone so kind.

Now, please, this I DO ASK, do not make any arrangement, as for visits here, I mean, as far as I am concerned; I am so well, but I can not plan "keeping up", I don't know where I will be, anyhow; I may go off on a secret mission or something, once I am all fixed up. There is much, much love to be conveyed to them, there. Infinite LOVE and thanks to you for your help always- and to Eisie. But I can not "see" more than a few weeks ahead. Bear is reading a bit more, I will talk to him after tea, if indicated. I do, do thank you. I may not write letters, you will understand cards. This is just to wish you god-speed and all, all, all blessings on the new book or/and books.

May 8

Fido dear,

I did not mean to send the Scarletti money to England. I
understood that they were to be here, but did not know when.

You say later in summer. Thank you for letter and all enclosed.

I will keep the Edith cutting for you- and now, just now, the
***Fabula*** comes. I am so proud to have your own copy and will
take care of it, till you return; will lend, only to Bear. I
look forward to re-reading it. It is almost my favourite. I
love all the "Lugano" scene, more than I can tell, and it is
a record and a triumph and a reward. I envy you the neatness of
your productions. I have been waiting in old pages- not so
bad but seeming amorphous, but I won't destroy much and we can
talk all this over, when you come now a little more than two

weeks. I do thank you for ***Fabula*** too, to come, and will
think of you and wish you all and every success and

recognition. You know that. I will send
air-cards, from time to time- not much time, at that. Please
give all, all messages - enclosed is part of your
letter but share with Pup, such news as is- and with Elsie, I am
touched by her love and loyalty, and will share all the
treasures, material and spiritual with her. And with you-
and next to V and N, my blessings on
Fabula. Ever and ever,

Bear rang me last night to say he had call from you- sent
messages. I will share my news with him, now, over lunch. He
has coffee now, sometimes with Gabriel - but there is a new
dame, he calls the "loud-speaker" - fortunately, she is
interesting and (heaven-help us, "well informed" ....

May 14

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Fido dear,
Where begin ? Thank you for Shannon card, for last Lugano
card, for three letters; thank you for carnations that
Bear said, you asked him to get, I still have them ; thank you
for Leopards and Lilies that arrived this morning , I
am really going to WALLOW ; now Fido, thank you for the
Catharisme ; I read the last chapters and some of the
beginning, it brings it all up to date, trust ye frogs when it
comes to étrange aventure de l'Esprit ; Fido, I am
wearing the wonderful stockigs, they are so soft and miraculously
cozy ; Fido, thank you for your picture, I gave Bear his, mine is
propped on my desk ; Fido, THANK YOU ... for the box
of oddments, I have really begun to enjoy my little poet's
hide-away upstairs.

The weather is wonderful, near summer or real summer. I have
been going to Hug with a batch of papers for hime-work. I see

Bear, and H asks of you- and H asks of you-
Gabriel talks of you. I showed them all your Shannon card.

I am going on PLANNING a trip. Let me talk to you of
it, at length when you come. I enclose for dear Pup. I
am really worried about her and wish I could taxi across, as
you do. Please give greetings to all-

 Father B just in, wanted news of you and sent greetings.

If you see N again, ask him what he thinks of that <u>Arche</u>
Eng- Ger trans. of H.D. ? I wrote you this before. Funny, he has
not written me for such a long, long time. I repeat,
the weather is GLORIOUS. Please give love to Elsie. I am so glad she
is with you. O- if you see Gregories, ask them how
Segusa ( was it ? ) is now, or did they go somewhere else?

I have a positive pull toward Venice- don't suppose I will
get there, but I talk to Father B and Bear about it.

Please, please, Fido, thank you for all- and I am sure , I will
remember more, the moment, I send this. Enclosed is letter

for Pup. Infinite love and gratitude

Thursday

Thanks two letters, dear Fido. I note, re
Scarletti; I will keep the envelope as for
your return here, unless you want me to
open and post them on the swiss francs. I will
keep for you, unless I hear to the contrary.
I know you do not mind, but Dr.H asked me
long ago if I could trace a French Schonberg
book for him. I offered really, to write Paris-
then forgot, but now have written. It is the usual
size book; I asked Sylvia to put on YOUR
bill and I would settle. I know you do not mind.

And that shop of yours(and theirs) may not even be able to trace the book. H got one here, lost it, couldnot find another. Thanks all news, I WANT to go R. Holiday but possibly won't manage. In any case, will go, later. Thank you so much again for everything. I will remind Miss R as per your return. Thanks the Net. Folders and book that Bear gave me yesterday. This is the Professor's birthday. Thank you for all that, too ... Blessings and a bientôt,

Unser
SCHWEIZ. ROTES KREUZ

sammelt im Mai

POSTKARTE

CARTE POSTALE

CARTOLINA POSTALE

Mrs. W. BRYHER

Villa Kenwin

Burier-La Tour

VAUD

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May 7, Friday

Fido dear,

Thank you for letter. I do beg of you, tell the
little family that I am not sure of my summer;
do NOT let them make any plan for now or later.

This can be talked over when you return. Give
them endless love - and thank you for the
extra little gift to P, and for taking the
books over.

We have a new very, very
garrulous American dame with husband ,
having (he) the "usual" treatment. She
talks ad talks, in a way, it is funny, as she

know everything and everybody. About 60, real old-time "club" type, talks politics with Gabriel.

xRaxx

Father B had RAIN all the time in Lugano and went on to Lucerne.

I loved Roman Holiday and hope to go again; found a new tea-shop where I will take you, up Renne, not far from Jem. Do give love and love to all. I do know you will be happy and I will be so glad to see you; will save letters for you. Bear seems all right.

H asks of you . LOVE is E, from C-T.

POSTKARTE CARTE POSTALE CAROLINA POSTALE

Mrs. W. BRYHER

Villa Kenwin

Burier-La Tour

VAUD