"Diary commenced 6 mo 11th 1841", 1841-1849

Following death of her infant son, Thomas, on 6 mo 1841, and with her surviving children in mind, Patience Jenkins began a journal to record her activities and thoughts. Later that year, she was inspired to speak at meeting. The journal records her life as a committed and active Friend, including attendance at meetings (local and yearly), mention of family and fellow Quakers, and religious concerns, including slavery. In 1848, 6 month, she records a visit to her brother John Hunn to support him in his adversity.