25. 26. Very instrumental to bring on the match between Mr Marryon son of Braintree and Rose Abutt of Colne, their fathers seemed satisfied with me on both sides. god prosper it. I reflect on the providence of god to him in his children. with my afflictions. I cannot say you never bear rule over them. he is an untoward Quaker. but Lord I am yours and subscribe with my hand I am yours in Christ Jesus. I grudge not. I am not worthy what I enjoy - oh why is my son a shame of youth. my souls grief. and thy trouble, oh turn to me and be gracious, and stir up my heart and help me to win them