February 16, 1780

1780 February 16 (Wednesday).  A fine day after such a violent Storm.  The Snow is much sunk, but it is so pervaded by the Rain that the Creatures slump very deep, and no Horse can pass the Road.  I begin to read Lord Chesterfield’s 2nd Vol.  I am called away to visit old Mrs. Baker.  Two young men Enoch Greenwood and John Baker draw me on a Sled to the House.  She is very low and in great Distress for want of Breath.  She is able to say but very little.  I at her request prayed with her.  The same young men brought me home.  May God prepare me for my own Turn!