Dearest J

Forgive me for not writting but I have influenza. I hope to be well enough to go away from here week. Thank you so much for your kind invitation but I am so sorry I am unable to accept. It is really very kind of you. I hope you spend a very happy Easter. I suppose you will be merry. Love to all especially yourself . xx ?J

(and at right angles) Will let you know address.

Notes:

'PRESENTED TO LIMPSFIELD PARISH COUNCIL BY ARTHUR WEST. DEC 1975 POSTED IN 1913.

Postmark: Chelmsford 12.1.am M(a)R(ch) (19)13

Stamp: King George V 1/2 penny