August 1, 1756

1756 August 1 (Sunday).  I am, through divine Mercy, Somewhat easier, and can, though with Pain and difficulty, walk about the room.  There was a Small Assembly, but no body to preach.  Sent ‘em Judge Hale’s Great Audit, which they read a. and p.m.  The Doctor Called in here both a. and p.m.  May God have Compassion on us, and shew us His Goodness in His own Time!  May He be as a little Sanctuary to us who are at home, as well as His Goings be Seen in His Temple!  N.B. Not a few are detained at Home with me: My Wife who is full of Pains and Smart in her Feet; Billy, who is poisoned; and Sarah who is greatly indisposed to Day: These, besides divers little ones.  N.B. I begin to anoint pained spots and Joints with Marshmallows.