Alix's letter to Ernst, dated July 28/August 9, 1886

Source:

The Correspondence of the Empress Alexandra of Russia with Ernst Ludwig and Eleonore, Grand Duke and Duchess of Hesse, 1878-1916, edited by Petra H. Kleinpenning, 2010

The letter:

My darling Ernie,
I am going to write you a short note, as I have got a few moments to myself. Miss Jackson wrote to me the other day, & made some rimes on you, I was to send them. In my next letter I shall, as I have not got them here. Victoria & Baby are coming to-morrow, to stay, as Louis leaves suddenly to-day, for business at London. We hope to have Christa soon. Yesterday we went to Heidelberg. It was quite lovely. Irène can write the details. Wilhelmine sends much love. — Irène and Victoria saw Mops at Heidelberg. I did not.

You must not mind such a short note, — but I have scarcely any time.

Please remember me to the both Gentlemen.

Ever yr loving Alix.

P. S. Many kisses. I shall write very soon again. Orchie sends love. —

Please give the note to Maud.

Above: Alix.

Above: Ernst.