Question as to Creed's proposal for two secretaries. Was Pepys opposed to this? I take it that is the reason he went to Montagu, but not entirely clear.
Sam often comments on the quality of the sermon. I have not gone ahead (or gone back) to his reviews of other sermons, but I get the sense that as time goes by, he offers more unfavorable reviews (a "lazy sermon" or a "dull sermon.") Wonder if his appreciation for sermons changed or if there were simply worse sermons, or perhaps he felt obliged to record his more negative impressions. Or perhaps my impression is not accurate. It would be fun to have a tally of good vs. mediocre vs poor sermons attended to by Sam.
I second Matt's comments. Phil, thanks so much for taking this on. I only caught parts of the first two read throughs and looking forward to attempting a full read through on this pass. Just because some of us lurk more than we comment doesn't mean we don't enjoy it! Wishing you all a happy New Year.
Timo - great post. Knepp would have my vote as well for a night out on the town. Anyway, after a few years of Sam being the first event when I reach my desk, I keep hitting the link now just out of habit and the forlorn hope that Sam will resume writing. Desire trumping reality I guess.
Thanks again to all who made this such a rewarding experience.
Phil, Joining with a most sincere thank you for all your hard work on this. Really has made a wonderful difference to my morning routine. The linked notes were so valuable and of course the posts. I'll miss Sam, all the links and the posts. All the best,
Not surprising, but perhaps worth noting that Sam doesn't invite his younger brother to dinner with such company, even though he is apparently staying with Sam.
"So to church, where a stranger made a dull sermon, but I mightily pleased to looks upon" [well you know what he looked upon, if not whom] But seeing once again that the sermon was "dull," I did a word search on this incredible website to see how many times Sam referred to a "dull sermon." The answer surprised me - only 37. I am sure that Sam used other adjectives to describe less than satisfactory sermons, but even so, I had thought that he found at least half of the sermons "dull."
Forgot all about this mask wearing custom. Does this mean that each time Sam and or Bess attended a show, they brought and wore a mask? That hardly makes sense as Sam notes the looks of the ladies attending the play.
Another "dull sermon." I wonder how many dull sermons Sam recorded in his journal? Seems like the great majority did not meet his standards. Always fun when Sam gives a sermon a rave review!
Any further thoughts or insights as to the Sword Up bit with the mayor? Sounds like students were a bit rebellious, even then, but stuffing the Lord Mayor in an office all day. Surprised if there wasn't some repercussion.
And a Merry Christmas to Sam, Bess, and all their crew with whom I share my morning coffee! And to you thoughtful annotators (both old and new) for your keen insights! While I mostly remain one of the "silent majority," I certainly appreciate your notes and am impressed by your knowledge!
Thanks A. Susan for outlining the program for training. Very interesting. Wonder if the coachman had the capacity for that. Also wonder how long Pepys kept the same horses, carriage and "boy."
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Third Reading
About Saturday 10 March 1659/60
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Ensign Tom:
Thanks very much for clearing this up. Appreciate it and look forward to more of your comments.
About Saturday 10 March 1659/60
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Question as to Creed's proposal for two secretaries. Was Pepys opposed to this? I take it that is the reason he went to Montagu, but not entirely clear.
About Sunday 4 March 1659/60
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Sam often comments on the quality of the sermon. I have not gone ahead (or gone back) to his reviews of other sermons, but I get the sense that as time goes by, he offers more unfavorable reviews (a "lazy sermon" or a "dull sermon.")
Wonder if his appreciation for sermons changed or if there were simply worse sermons, or perhaps he felt obliged to record his more negative impressions. Or perhaps my impression is not accurate.
It would be fun to have a tally of good vs. mediocre vs poor sermons attended to by Sam.
About John Pepys (b, brother)
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Aqua, thanks for the insights. Times change with respect to luck and opportunity. Or perhaps not so much.
Second Reading
About Monday 31 May 1669
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I second Matt's comments. Phil, thanks so much for taking this on. I only caught parts of the first two read throughs and looking forward to attempting a full read through on this pass. Just because some of us lurk more than we comment doesn't mean we don't enjoy it!
Wishing you all a happy New Year.
About Monday 31 May 1669
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Timo - great post. Knepp would have my vote as well for a night out on the town. Anyway, after a few years of Sam being the first event when I reach my desk, I keep hitting the link now just out of habit and the forlorn hope that Sam will resume writing. Desire trumping reality I guess.
Thanks again to all who made this such a rewarding experience.
About Saturday 29 May 1669
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Phil,
Joining with a most sincere thank you for all your hard work on this. Really has made a wonderful difference to my morning routine. The linked notes were so valuable and of course the posts. I'll miss Sam, all the links and the posts.
All the best,
About Thursday 13 May 1669
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Not surprising, but perhaps worth noting that Sam doesn't invite his younger brother to dinner with such company, even though he is apparently staying with Sam.
About Sunday 25 April 1669
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"So to church, where a stranger made a dull sermon, but I mightily pleased to looks upon" [well you know what he looked upon, if not whom] But seeing once again that the sermon was "dull," I did a word search on this incredible website to see how many times Sam referred to a "dull sermon." The answer surprised me - only 37. I am sure that Sam used other adjectives to describe less than satisfactory sermons, but even so, I had thought that he found at least half of the sermons "dull."
About Saturday 24 April 1669
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Forgot all about this mask wearing custom. Does this mean that each time Sam and or Bess attended a show, they brought and wore a mask? That hardly makes sense as Sam notes the looks of the ladies attending the play.
About Sunday 18 April 1669
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SDS,
Thanks to you and Terry for the recommendation. I'll take a look.
About Sunday 18 April 1669
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Anyone know what the Prince of Tuscany is up to and why he chooses to remain in cognito?
About Sunday 11 April 1669
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Another "dull sermon." I wonder how many dull sermons Sam recorded in his journal? Seems like the great majority did not meet his standards. Always fun when Sam gives a sermon a rave review!
About Wednesday 3 March 1668/69
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Any further thoughts or insights as to the Sword Up bit with the mayor? Sounds like students were a bit rebellious, even then, but stuffing the Lord Mayor in an office all day. Surprised if there wasn't some repercussion.
About Thursday 28 January 1668/69
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SDS - Good point. Guess Sam couldn't just order up a new window to be delivered the next day.
About Thursday 28 January 1668/69
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Sam doesn't seem to mention his great new toy (the horses and carriage) much. Wonder if he is getting much use out of them.
About Friday 1 January 1668/69
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Does anyone know if Sam decided to take the pan?
About Thursday 24 December 1668
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And a Merry Christmas to Sam, Bess, and all their crew with whom I share my morning coffee! And to you thoughtful annotators (both old and new) for your keen insights! While I mostly remain one of the "silent majority," I certainly appreciate your notes and am impressed by your knowledge!
About Friday 18 December 1668
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Have to admit that I have missed precisely the advantage that Sam has over Middleton. Would be grateful for any insight on that point. Thanks
About Monday 14 December 1668
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Thanks A. Susan for outlining the program for training. Very interesting. Wonder if the coachman had the capacity for that. Also wonder how long Pepys kept the same horses, carriage and "boy."