Message from Alexandra in Nicholas's diary, dated August 9, 1897

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Letters and writings of Nicholas II and his family on Facebook

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The message:

My sweetest Darling! I must just scrawl a few lines here, to remind you of your old book you had in England when we were engaged. My precious One, since then my love has grown ever stronger & deeper, you and our two tiny girlies are my joy my happiness. What Blessing can be greater than having such a precious family. You my old sweet One are everything to me, God bless you & recompense you for all your love you have shown me. My manny dear, my very, very own husband I cover yr. sweet face with kisses.

Above: Alexandra. Photo courtesy of Ilya Grigoryev at lastromanovs on VK.

Above: Nicholas. Photo courtesy of Ilya Grigoryev at lastromanovs on VK.

Above: Olga and Tatiana. Photo courtesy of Ilya Grigoryev at lastromanovs on VK.