Diary Entry of August 8, 1871
Cosima writes to Marie Schleinitz while Wagner asks Bechstein to replace Tausig on the committee, keeping artistic organization in motion. Domestic attention falls on the children, with German stories and concern over Fidi's fear of unfamiliar visitors. A sudden physical pain while lifting him leaves Cosima lame and anxious about what may follow.
Tuesday, August 8:
Wrote to Marie Schleinitz; R. to Karl Bechstein, requesting him to take Tausig’s place on the committee. Told the children some German stories.
Fidi, scared by the strange guests, no longer wants to come to us and causes me concern. As I lift him up to put him in his carriage, I feel a violent pain and become lame. I wonder what will ensue from it.