10/1 Dearest Wee Just a quick note to catch someone who can carry it back to the US. Just sent off a rat of telegrams based on my first contacts. Something ominous seems to be in the banking air. A Bank President told our senior local that he couldn't receive me, or any other Embassy official (ie from any Embassy) I hope that this doesn't spread too far. It would make my life very difficult indeed. I have moved into my new apartment. Very comfortable. My maid starts on Saturday. Really, how much has left for me by the previous occupant. Practically like moving into a "house-sitting" situation. Haven't had no buy any food, yet. Don't worry. I can live simply here for very little indeed. The maid, to example, will be $5 a day, 2 days a week. There are 2 rates for the rial, and the unofficial (though perfectly legal) one is very manageable. I miss you very much, but am comforted by the thought that you are back in the house, and that our lives are getting reorganized. I wrote to Duncan, by pouch, last week, I wonder how long in will take him to get my my letter. On balance, you are quite right not to plan to come out, especially it your real estate is opening up. These 3 months, will go by very quickly M