Diary Entry of October 9, 1880
Fine weather restored R.’s spirits completely, and he delighted in Venice from both boat and street with unrestrained pleasure. The day also brought a happy reunion with Mimi, and in the evening music from Tristan stirred him enough that he sang passages himself afterward.
Saturday, October 9:
Glorious weather, which R. enjoys with all his heart; his delight in the city is unbounded, whether going by boat or on foot. Reunion with Mimi, still the same friendly person.
In the evening the 2nd piece from Tristan, by J. Rubinstein, after which R. sings some passages from it.