Abigail Adams to John Adams, May 27, 1781

May 27 1781

My dearest Friend

I have written so largely to you by Mr. Storer 1 who goes in the same vessel, that I should not have taken up my pen again, but in compliance with the request of a Friend whose partner is going abroad,
and desires a Letter to you as an introduction. Of Mr. Dexter the Bearer I know nothing but
his Name. I have inclosed the Letter which I received from his partner who you know is a
valuable Gentleman, and Eminent in his profession. 2

As Election is not passed I have nothing New to add. My wishes for your Health and happiness
and my anxiety to hear from you are an old Story. Should I tender you my warmest affections,
they are of a date, almost with my first knowledge of you, and near coeval with my existance,
yet not the less valuable I hope to a Heart that know [s] not a change, but is
unalterably the treasure of its ever affectionate

Portia