Birkenhead 
Sunday evening 1853
Dear Mamma

I was glad to hear by your letter yesterday that Grandma is a little better and able to be up again.

I received a parcel a few days ago by Capt Scott safe and am sorry that I did not get another pair of shoes from Tom but I except tis to late now as we sail on the 4th of next month, however I can get them elsewhere. I saw H McClinchy the other day, he was to sail the next day for Naples. Tis only a short voyage, and a pleasant one. I saw Munce also. His ship is come over to Birkenhead and lays near us. You need not fear but I should take care of my clothes. I bought a lock as soon as I came to Liverpool. I’m sorry that poor Mary was so unfortunate, but hope that she will soon be quite well. I never felt in better health than I am at present and am both stronger and more active than I have felt before. I feel more content now altho when I came over first I was low enough. Give my most affect love to Grandma, Father, both Sisters and Brothers also Mrs and Joe S, Miss Lascelles, Sarah, Mary and Margaret and believe me yours affect son

James C Parkinson