My sweet Samson Girl,

Our home is not the same without you. As I read your letter over and over I wonder how I can make your time more pleasant. If you have any idea please let me know.

We are busy here in London. Your mother would be proud how we have hired more workers to meet the demands of our contracts.

I have enclosed a sketch Mother Vastra drew of us, she made two copies. Keep it safe.

I too have taken measures to make ensure I have an adequate night sleep as your replacement includes hot water bottles.

As far as your room-mates. I would be crying nightly, if I had ducts. Instead, I am in the gymnasium until my body protests.

Mother Vastra wants me to remind you to watch your stance make sure it's balanced, it is your weakness. I am just the messenger.

Also, Mother Vastra has not found the tea storage ... she is enjoying the hunt. She has looked throughout the house, and now is trying to analyze your habits to deduct it location. I am confident she will not find the container, since it is sealed her tongue is almost useless.

Six in the morning has become my favorite time of the day, I grab a garment to smell your scent. I look silly exercising with your green winter scarf around my neck. I am not going to wash anything worn by you.

Mother Jenny said you were correct as Flora and Elsie were a couple before Louisa came into the picture. Louisa said not to get too close, Elsie is demanding and short-tempered. I will write more details.

I am proud to let you know ... I have allowed Mr Gardner to take over the day-to-day tailor business as I have joined Women Police as most of the police officers have enter the military. I have taken on routine patrol work and a detective position. It is only temporary, as I am just a female.

Our Mothers have also taken temporary full-time positions with Scotland Yard. These day-to-day criminals are petty and the crimes are too easy to solve. Mother Vastra has taken the supportive role and allow Mother Jenny to lead most investigations. We have wonderful dinner conversations, but we miss hearing your voice.

Mother Vastra said your scent has dissipated and the family scent is all wrong.

Please enjoy this new challenge in your life, we shall be together soon enough.

I have enclosed five pounds. I know you didn't ask for any money. But my dear, please tell me of anything you might want or need. What if I was away from home, how would you take care of me? Please.

Your Alaya

PS York sounds like heaven.