January 15, 1862

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January
15,,
Night before last there was a
heavy fall of snow and so we did
nothing yesterday but attend “Dress
Parade”. I have felt very dissatisfied
with this kind of living and long
for the old privileges and the old
friends.
Am I a true Christian? If so
would I not be more in the spirit
of Christ? What are my feelings?
My desires? I long for a direct
service in the cause of my master.
I wish that I might be a chaplain,
and then I could give my whole
attention to the subject “of winning
souls to Christ”.10OK P.M.
Have been out on Grand
Rounds with Major Scammon and
just returned. As we rode along the

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paths leading through open fields and
quiet woods, saying nothing, hearing
nothing but the occasional sighing of
the wind I experienced strange emotions.
Where are the friends in Maine? What
are they doing?
I received a letter from
Dr. Shailer this evening which was
written in the same old tone of
affection and kindness. God
bless him and all my dear friends!
The letter contained another from
Col. Dunnell, Vera Cruz. He tells
an interesting experience – May it
redound to the spiritual well being
of his partner.
* * * *
Today I have been studying
somewhat and commenced on
my Scrap book.