Dear Pearl,

I couldn't wait to tell you what an astounding success Lady Grayfinch's costume ball was! Except when Mr Toad evinced an unseemly interest in the flies buzzing about the foie gras everyone was on their best behavior. The costumes were magnificent. Melba says her goose outfit fit her so well she might wear it just for the fun of it when she next goes down to the end of the town. Silly goose! Linguini had conspired to dress some small cousins as mole butlers. Oh what fun we had! Please say you are thinking of making a trip to see us soon. We miss you so!

I Remain As Always,

Your Devoted Miss Blue