8 May 1913

My darling sweet dear Papa!!!

I want to see you so much. I have just finished my arithmetic lesson, I think I did quite well. We are going to the nurses’ school. I am very glad. Today is is rainy and very damp. I am in Tatiana’s room. Tatiana and Olga are here. When you see Boba, tell him I’m going to beat him again and that my hands are itching.

I’m trying very hard to breed worms, and Olga says I stink, which isn’t true. When you come I am going to bathe in your bath. I hope you haven’t forgotten the story I told you during our walk.

I am sitting picking my nose with my left hand. Olga wanted to biff [smack] me one but I escaped her swinish hand. When you come I will meet you at the station. Be happy and healthy.

A big squeeze to your hand and face. Thinking of you. Love you always, everywhere.

Anastasia