This is my first attempt at fan-fiction. I wondered what was in those letters that Patrick sent to Shelagh so decided to write some.

Dear Sister Bernadette,

I hope this letter finds you settled in and that the treatment is going well. Timothy and I miss seeing you around Poplar.

How are things at the sanatorium? Have you met some interesting people among your fellow-patients? What is the food like?

Sister, my real reason for writing is there are things I would like to get off my chest, so to speak. I know the situation is not ideal, with you being a nun but I am sure you must be aware that I care for you very much indeed. I know it is forbidden for those who have chosen the religious life to be involved in a relationship but sometimes I wonder if you might care for me too. I see something in your eyes when you look at me or do I just imagine it?

If I have misunderstood your feelings, I do apologise from the bottom of my heart and I will not speak again of such things if you forbid it.

Kindest regards,

Dr P. Turner