Cosima's Diaries

Diary Entry of September 5, 1877

Overview

The day is consumed by practical chores, including preparing for winter and reviewing the finances, which remain discouragingly high. There is sadness over Isolde's homesickness, though the evening reading of Herodotus is enjoyed greatly.

Content

Wednesday, September 5:

Work! Searched out winter clothes for the children, and account books, noted with regret that the expenses are still very high and there is nothing I can do to reduce them.

Isolde miserable, writes that she is homesick. In the evening Herodotus, with much enjoyment!